The Media Show: Who’s shaping American media?
Ros Atkins is in Washington DC speaking to some of the most influential voices in American journalism. Who's shaping US media?
Ros Atkins is in Washington DC speaking to some of the most influential voices in American journalism. Together, they reveal how very different media organisations are covering President Trump’s war with Iran and how they see the US media landscape at this moment.
Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, discusses the magazine’s growth strategy and reflects on ‘Signalgate’ one year on.
Mehdi Hasan, editor-in-chief and CEO of Zeteo, explains how setting up his own media company has given him new editorial freedom.
The Trump administration’s approach to communication is reshaping reporting rhythms in Washington. The BBC’s North America editor Sarah Smith reflects on President Trump’s media strategy.
And the YouTuber Johnny Harris, who specialises in news explainers, takes Ros behind the scenes of his creator-led media company Newpress.
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- Thu 12 Mar 202610:06GMTBBC World Service
- Fri 13 Mar 202600:06GMTBBC World Service
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