The End of the True Crime Industrial Complex?
Summary
Sam Graywall and guest Morgan Campbell discuss the financial collapse of Chorus Entertainment, owner of Global News, and the risks of private equity takeover. They analyze the broader crisis in Canadian media ownership, arguing that profit-driven models threaten local journalism and democratic accountability. The episode also briefly covers Canada’s World Cup match against Morocco and debates federal versus provincial jurisdiction over proposed social media bans.
Topics discussed
Intro, ads, and fellowship announcement
Chorus Entertainment's financial crisis and takeover bids
Private equity risks to editorial independence
Ads for Oxio and Douglas mattresses
The role of government subsidies in saving journalism
Activist shareholders and the devaluation of news
Ads for Venezuela aid and Slate's Slow Burn
Duly Noted: Canada vs Morocco World Cup odds
Duly Noted: Federal vs Provincial social media bans
Outro, guest info, and support appeal
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