6 chapters across the catalog
Laurene Powell Jobs is highlighted for her acquisition of The Atlantic and her stated goal of using the publication to shape the "cultural narrative." The discussion links this strategy to recent articles by Ann Applebaum that compare Donald Trump to historical dictators. The hosts argue that the magazine serves as a tool for cross-disciplinary influence involving capital investment and policy.
The comedy series Ted Lasso is discussed following a viewing of two episodes on an American Airlines flight. The conversation explores the corporate synergy between Apple and Disney, noting that Laurene Powell Jobs holds significant stock in Apple and a board seat at Disney. This connection is cited as the reason for ABC's promotion of the Apple Plus streaming product.
Ozy Media, led by Carlos Watson, is being promoted as a major media entity for millennials, though critics suggest its traffic numbers are inflated. The company is largely funded by Laurene Powell Jobs' Emerson Collective, which also owns Axios. Ozy recently faced a lawsuit from Ozzy Osbourne for trademark infringement regarding their "OzyFest" event, which many consumers confused with the rock star's "Ozzfest."
A 2017 clip features Laurene Powell Jobs, widow of Steve Jobs and owner of The Atlantic, discussing her desire to "amplify" specific cultural narratives. Speaking alongside Kara Swisher and Kamala Harris, she stated that owning a media outlet allows for the creation of stories that promote a "just and equal society." This admission is cited as evidence of the magazine's inherent political bias.
Laurene Powell Jobs, Gold Star Families, Weather Reports
The Atlantic magazine is owned by Laurene Powell Jobs, one of the wealthiest women in the world, which Trump suggested influences its reporting. The current controversy is being compared to the "Gold Star Family" narrative from the 2016 election. Additionally, weather reports from the 2018 France trip confirm that conditions were unsuitable for helicopter travel, supporting the administration's claim that the cemetery visit was canceled for safety reasons.
Laurene Powell Jobs, Philanthropy and John Lasseter
Laurene Powell Jobs is becoming more visible in the public sphere as a major philanthropist following her inheritance from Steve Jobs. The discussion links her influence to the departure of John Lasseter from Pixar due to misconduct allegations. Speculation arises regarding her political associations and her appearance on stage with Hillary Clinton at recent events.
