Journalists are calling it a bloodbath. The US media industry has been decimated by some of the worst layoffs in decades. At the center of these changes are the private equity companies whose investments can make or break an outlet. What do these layoffs mean for the future of journalism?

In this episode:

Andy Hirschfeld (@andyreports), Business Journalist

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This episode was produced by Fahrinisa Campana and Chloe K. Li with our host Malika Bilal. Zaina Badr and Sarí el-Khalili fact-checked this episode.

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Layoffs are decimating the media industry. Who profits?

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Layoffs are decimating the media industry. Who profits?