2 chapters across the catalog
The success of the "Serial" podcast is analyzed in the context of NPR's broader media strategy. While the show is highly produced and scripted, the hosts argue its popularity stems from a public desire for "calm" long-form content, though they dispute whether it fits the traditional definition of a podcast.
John Coleman vs. The Weather Channel on CNN
Weather Channel founder John Coleman appeared on CNN's "Reliable Sources" to argue that man-made global warming is a "hoax" and a political tool of the Democratic Party. Coleman claimed that government funding manipulates scientific consensus. In response, Weather Company CEO David Kenny distanced the brand from Coleman, stating his views are not scientifically based. The hosts analyze the media deconstruction and the ownership of The Weather Channel by NBCUniversal and private equity firms.
