9 chapters across the catalog
The relationship between mainstream media and the "administrative state" or "the blob" is explored, suggesting journalists view themselves as part of the DC power structure. Professors like Jay Rosen and Jeff Jarvis are cited as proponents of a movement to openly slant news for political ends. The discussion posits that modern journalism schools teach students to prioritize political outcomes over objective reporting.
MSNBC's Ari Melber and other media figures have faced criticism for labeling Donald Trump as "very unpopular" despite his polling leads. A broader debate in journalism, involving figures like Jay Rosen, suggests that reporters should abandon traditional objectivity to protect democracy from perceived threats.
Critics on NPR argue that mainstream media reports sanitize Donald Trump's "unhinged" behavior in court by summarizing his actions into neutral sentences. The segment features calls for editors to "reset" their approach to informing the American electorate, with the hosts interpreting this as a demand for more aggressive anti-Trump propaganda.
During a session titled "The Trump Regime and The American Press," NYU professor Jay Rosen is asked a question by a "No Agenda" listener regarding the Goldwater Rule. The listener, identified as Dame Tanya, asks if the rule is the reason journalists are reluctant to report on the President's psychological issues. Rosen reportedly spent several minutes addressing the factor of psychiatric ethics in political journalism.
During a session on the Trump regime and the press, NYU professor Jay Rosen was asked about the "Goldwater Rule," which discourages psychiatrists from diagnosing public figures. The question, posed by a No Agenda listener, explored why journalists are reluctant to report on Trump's psychological state.
Parallel Universes, Christiane Amanpour and Agenda No Podcast
Christiane Amanpour is criticized for claiming she operates in a "truth and fact-based universe" regarding Steve Bannon's strategy. The hosts identify a "parallel universe" podcast from the TWiT network called "Agenda No" hosted by Padre SJ, which allegedly uses their "best podcast in the universe" moniker. A Twitter exchange with Jay Rosen is mentioned, where Rosen accused a host of having the "soul of a cop."
Pierre Omidyar and the Launch of First Look Media
eBay founder Pierre Omidyar announced a $50 million initial investment in First Look Media, a new venture featuring journalists Glenn Greenwald and Laura Poitras. Professor Jay Rosen is serving as an advisor to the organization, which is structured as a for-profit technology company funding a non-profit journalism entity. The venture plans to cover a broad range of topics from politics to lifestyle.
Pierre Omidyar and the New Media Venture "First Look"
eBay founder Pierre Omidyar is funding a new media venture involving Glenn Greenwald, Laura Poitras, and Jay Rosen. The hosts argue that Greenwald has "monetized" the Edward Snowden documents while Snowden remains isolated in Russia. They also examine Omidyar's controversial history with microfinance in India and a recent report about Norwegian phone surveillance, suggesting a Russian anti-Norway propaganda angle.
Huffington Post Investigative Fund, Arianna Huffington
The Huffington Post launched a $1.75 million fund for investigative journalism in partnership with the Atlantic Philanthropies. The hosts express skepticism about the project's goals and criticize Arianna Huffington's political shifts and public persona.
