EPISODE · May 7, 2026 · 27 MIN
John Malone: Ted Turner Thought CNN Had “Lost Its Way”
from The Smerconish Podcast · host John Malone, Michael Smerconish
Media titan John Malone joins Michael for a deeply personal conversation about his lifelong friendship with CNN founder Ted Turner, who passed away this week at age 87. Malone shares behind-the-scenes stories about Turner’s rise, his relationships with Jane Fonda and Rupert Murdoch, the birth of CNN, and Turner’s concerns about the future of cable news. The discussion also explores polarization in America, the evolution of 24/7 media, and whether news has become entertainment. Original air date 7 May 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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John Malone: Ted Turner Thought CNN Had “Lost Its Way”
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