Are We Captured Yet? Now Trump’s Pals Are Taking Over CNN

The podcast explores the concept of media capture in the U.S., questioning whether the American media is already under undue influence. Natalia Antelava, a foreign correspondent from Georgia and founder of Coda Story, shares her insights on the subtle shifts indicating media capture, such as self-censorship among journalists and the centralization of messaging. She argues that "noise" and information overload have become the new censorship, making it difficult to discern the truth. The conversation touches on the influence of Silicon Valley, the weaponization of the First Amendment, and instances where tech companies have aligned with authoritarian governments. The podcast also references the acquisition of media companies by Trump allies and considers potential regulatory responses.