Rupert Murdoch and the Future of Fox

Rupert Murdoch's retirement and its implications for Fox News are examined, focusing on the media empire's future under his son, Lachlan. Nicole Hemmer, a historian of conservative media, provides insights into Murdoch's career, from his start in Australian newspapers to building a global media conglomerate. The discussion highlights Murdoch's strategy of merging entertainment with politics, particularly in the UK, and later bringing this approach to the United States with the creation of Fox News. The conversation explores how Donald Trump challenged Murdoch's control over right-wing media and how Fox News faces challenges like declining viewership and skepticism from conservatives. It also addresses the succession battle between Lachlan and James Murdoch, suggesting Lachlan's more conservative beliefs could lead Fox News further to the right.