Is The New York Times Taking Over Canadian News?
Summary
Sam Graywall and guest Morgan Campbell discuss the New York Times’ expanding dominance in the Canadian news market, noting its superior resources and scoops compared to struggling domestic outlets. They analyze how this shift threatens local journalism and Canadian media independence, while also touching on municipal election coverage gaps and dating app scams.
Topics discussed
Intro, sponsors, and episode overview
NYT's exclusive scoops on Canadian politics and crime
NYT's resources vs. struggling Canadian media outlets
Impact of NYT dominance on local journalism and jobs
Sponsors: Squarespace, Douglas, Modafinil, Happy
NYT's rapid subscriber growth in Canada
NYT's strategy: Bundling content and Trump coverage
NYT's business model and Canadian contributors
Cultural ramifications and freelance pay disparities
Sponsors: Modafinil and Happy
Duly Noted: Dating app scammer Dayon Love
Municipal election coverage and show credits
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