The Sagnik Show

0:00 Intro0:53 The young male crisis4:46 Identity fusion: The individual fuses with their cause 7:20 Cultural Marxism: Oppressor vs Oppressed 12:15 Leaving the Left20:26 Progressivism as a gay guy25:31 Trump derangement syndrome28:38 Moment of clarity 31:51 Vibe Shift37:27 Gender Wars41:13 Toxic Empathy and Zohran Mamdani49:03 Progressive Bigot Binary50:50 Liberals or Conservatives: Who is more empathetic?56:10 How Leftists justify violence 1:00:23 Walking away from progressivismAnthony Rispo is a writer and independent researcher with a degree in psychology from Columbia University, where he specialized in social cognition and sociopolitical behavior. His academic work has explored narrative, perspective-taking, and autism, and he founded Columbia’s Heterodox Academy Campus Community to promote open inquiry and viewpoint diversity. Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro0:52 Who gets to define the conservative agenda?9:53 Has the GOP abandoned pro-life politics?16:55 Social conservatism in a secular America21:51 The young male economic crisis29:34 The men who are giving up32:00 The black-pilled new Right36:00 The young Right's issue with Israel47:40 What defines MAGA55:57 Romancizing the manufacturing era1:05:28 The price of social conservatism in a bad economyBradley Devlin is the politics editor at Daily Signal and a contributing editor at The American Conservative. He and I sat down to breakdown the state of the New Right. Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro0:39 What is the glue of America First5:50 How Trump forced the GOP to drop abortion9:41 ‘Woke’ is not over 15:18 Zohran Mamdani’s vibe shift17:49 The collapse of moral relativism 19:13 What comes after the Neo-Liberal era22:24 Dissecting Populism: Tea Party, Occupy Wall Street, Gamer Gate27:02 The revolt against third-wave feminism 31:04 The war against boys33:31 The propaganda of progressive education 39:14 Liberal women want a blue-collar liberal guy?44:30 Is the American dream no longer affordable? 52:33 Why is Gen-Z shrinking away from ‘living life’57:00 The ‘empowerment’ lie sold to millennial women 59:18 New Media Woke or anti-establishment? 1:02:40 The Liberal blind spot on anti-establishment sentiment1:11:09 The rise of Zohran Mamdani in the attention economy  1:14:12 The populist ascent of Zohran Mamdani1:19:02 The hypocrisy behind Zohran’s struggle cosplay 1:22:38 Taylor Swift: Startup marriage vs Merger marriage 1:25:57 How technology changed gender dynamics1:28:46 Taylor Swift’s woke millennial misery Emily Jashinsky, host of After Party, Undercurrents, and Breaking Points, joined me to break down the rise of populist backlash as a reaction to the progressive stronghold over American culture.  Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro0:23 Escaping communist Venezuela 7:13 Moving to America10:22 Zohran Mamdani's socialism11:39 'Man of the people' 15:15 Is protesting patriotic? 18:00 Flagburning 20:31 Is Socialism the future of Dems 23:00 Protectionism, Socialism, and Nativism28:10 The woes of Gen Z29:50 America, immigration, assimilation34:54 Illegal immigration and deportations39:14 Javier Milei and transforming South America41:03 Are the kids being taught to hate America?43:44 Toxic Empathy46:38 The legal immigration chaos49:56 Daniel's American dream52:22 Is the American dream still alive?Daniel Di Martino is a Fellow at the Manhattan Institute and a PhD candidate in Economics at Columbia University. His work centers on immigration—how people are selected, how they assimilate, and the role of highly skilled migrants.   Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 INTRO0:57 Trump's deportation promise4:20 Leftist reporters at immigration hearings6:50 CONTROVERSY: Should ICE Agents Wear Masks?13:22 Legal Immigration, H-1B Visas, Vivek Ramaswamy20:24 600,000 Chinese Students in US universities? 25:30 Nativism in the New Right28:46 Assimilation for new immigrants 34:20 Zohram Mamdani's cultural Marxism 37:10 How MAGA united under Trump39:20 Social Conservatism, LGBTQ in MAGA, Abortion43:33 Tech Right, Elon Musk, MAGA grift47:00 How Trump abandoned the Pro-Life movement49:01 No more gatekeepers in news?53:15 Money doesn't matter in politics anymore?54:34 Why Zohran Mamdani will be the next mayor of NYC59:00 Growing anti-Israel sentiment within the RightElaad Eliahu is the White House Correspondent for TIMCAST IRL. We sat down to discuss mass deportations, MAGA civil war on immigration, and the growing nativism among the New Right. #immigration #visa #politics #maga #trump Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro0:55 Will Zohran 'Defund The Police'? 5:39 Why the boomers do not 'get' Zohran9:21 The sympathy for Luigi Mangione13:18 Establishment Democrats vs Populist Progressives 15:19 Horseshoe Theory18:20 How the Right and the Left tackle America's populist angst 19:40 Similarity between Zohran, Bernie, and Trump22:26 How should New York Jews feel about Zohran26:48 Why are the New Right and the New Left anti-Israel29:10 American Dream, economic anxiety, and predictable progress 32:39 The cultural vibes of Zohran and the progressive Left37:46 Is Zohran playing it safe?41:11 Eric Adams, Andrew Cuomo, Curtis Sliwa44:37 Will Zohran run NYC? Olivia Reingold is a staff writer at The Free Press. She spent the last few months covering Zohran Mamdani and his rise to run New York City. Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Will Zohran Mamdani's anti-cop past derail his rise to run New York City?0:00 Intro0:28 Zohran might become NYC's Mayor6:24 What the boomers do not understand about populism 11:18 Have older Americans rigged the system?13:05 Economic populism on the Right and Left15:38 Immigration vs Native-Employment19:15 The failure of rent control 23:00 Zohran Mamdani's sugarcoated progressivism 25:52 The Far Right fallout from the Jubille debate 29:25 Israel vs Palestine and the Horseshoe Theory38:04 Stephen Colbert's cope after getting cancelled41:59 Robby is engaged! Social Conservatism, LGBTQ, State Rights45:35 Donald Trump and the fate of MAGA50:00 Are podcast bros regretting the Trump endorsements? 52:28 Did Trump betray MAGA on Epstein? Robby Soave hosts the Rising on The Hill and is a senior editor at Reason TV. Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Remember that viral New York Magazine hit piece on the young MAGA crew partying on Inauguration Night? CJ Pearson was the guy behind it all. The conservative Gen Z power broker has quietly built the influencer machine fueling right-wing TikTok—throwing blowout parties (yes, with Waka Flocka and Soulja Boy) in some of the most liberal cities in America.CJ joined me to break down how the Right got better at social media, why Gen Z conservatives are finally loud and proud, and how to draw guard rails around MAGA to keep the Far-Right (as seen on Jubilee) out.0:00 Intro0:59 CJ Pearson wants the Right to take over culture6:57 Why Donald Trump won the vibes war over Kamala10:13 Are the Podcast Bros falling out of love with Trump12:11 New Media in Polictics and White House briefing15:22 How CJ Pearson put together the inauguration party20:00 Why TikTok sponsored CJ's MAGA party21:25 How GenZ consumes politics24:20 The rise of the Right Wing influencer32:05 Why Tech went Right and Will Elon leave the Right?37:27 Medhi Hasan vs Far Right on Jubilee40:53 Creating guardrails around MAGA44:57 How did CJ convince Souja Boy & Waka Flocka to perform?.  Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro0:35 Meeting AOC4:06 The populism of AOC and Zohran 5:30 Leaving The LEFT9:35 Failing Progressive policies of NYC11:44 Liberal takeover of the media and culture18:01 The vibe shift of Zohran Mamdani 20:54 The future of the Right and the Left27:04 DOGE Cuts28:38 Sane climate change policy32:34 Why progressives hate progress37:49 How MAGA built a winning coalition 40:26 The medium is the message 42:50 Is charity a scam?44:54 Why do second-gen immigrants hate America?46:32 Own your privilege 48:32 Let go of the guilt50:26 History is full of imperfect people 54:29 American exceptionalism 56:08 Why Lucy spoke upLucy Biggers, the producer behind Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s first viral video at NowThis and a former climate activist, has had a political change of heart. Today, she works at Bari Weiss’ The Free Press and is sounding the alarm about the very ideas she once championed. In a viral TikTok, she warns young New Yorkers that backing Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani is a mistake, arguing his socialist policies will leave them poorer and disillusioned. Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro1:03 Don't blame the kids for socialism 4:33 Zohran is America First?8:22 How Zohran won over New York City14:13 How Eric Adams got railroaded? 16:06 Right-wing criticism of Zohran 21:21 Why MTG and Tucker Carlson agree with Zohran 25:00 Conservatives and Israel 30:07 Zohran's anti-semitism hurdle35:25 Zohran's new media campaign vs Cuomo's boomer campaign 39:21 Why the establishment hates Trump and Zohran43:05 It's always the economy!50:10 Vibe Shift52:18 Trump and immigration56:05 The politics of coalition building01:04:17 How NYC priced out the working class1:08:42 Zohran looked Trump voters in the eyes and won them over Julian Dorey joins to break down how Zohran Mamdani’s socialist message—centered on everyday economic pain—won local hearts in New York City. But will the socialist survive a general election? Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro0:52 Who is Neil Patel2:21 Daily Caller 4:09 Tucker Carlson fired from Fox News6:20 Building Tucker Carlson Network 8:53 How Tucker's politics have changed11:00 The authenticity of Tucker and Trump14:11 Media's bias against conservatives20:07 Vibe Shift21:40 The Patriot Economy26:03 ALP vs ZYNN30:38 How the Right took over the media 33:30 Serving in the Bush-Cheney admin during 9-11 27:29 Post 9-11, Neoconservatism and Trade 39:33 Foreign Policy and Nationbuilding42:14 Biden's Afghan withdrawal 43:20 Super Bowl after 9-11, National Unity 44:55 Immigration51:04 The Republican coalition in media & culture 53:15 IN: America, OUT: Citizens of the world  Neil Patel is the CEO and Co-Founder of the Tucker Carlson Network. He and Tucker were college roommates at Trinity, and their partnership has spanned decades. Neil served in the Bush-Cheney administration during 9/11, then went on to co-found The Daily Caller with Tucker after leaving government. He also gave me my first job in journalism at the Caller.**This interview was recorded on June 04, 2025 (before the US-Iran escalations or Tucker's Ted Cruz Interview)** Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Emily Jashinsky, host of Undercurrents on UnHerd and Counter Points on Breaking Points, joined me to break down the political realignment unfolding after Trump’s 2025 win — and what’s getting lost in the noise around immigration.0:00 Intro0:50 End of an era for media stronghold3:00 How the media botched the Biden cover-up6:41 Cultural liberalism's stronghold in the media 9:50 How the media lost the trust of people13:36 Democrats lost the men and Joe Rogan15:58 David Hogg is the future for Democrats?16:56 Why are the Left elitists so disconnected? 19:13 How Trump confronted the Neocon Right20:53 How Build Back Better exposes the Conservative chasm  22:30 Democrats' future: Abundance vs Populism27:48 Why immigration is not working 33:12 America's reaction to Trump's deportation policies 38:08 Trump vs Harvard42:00 Trump's muzzle velocity politics43:45 Emily finding success in New Media46:41 Was Elon Musk a failure in Washington DC51:30 Elon Musk vs MAGA53:38 Why Breaking Points succeeded in New Media? 57:48 Will there be consolidation in New Media?1:01:08 Will there be a creator middle class?1:03:40 Coming up and making money in news media1:07:51 Emily's advice for journalists  Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro 1:23 Did the media know about Biden's decline?8:29 Should we give Jake Tapper the benefit of the doubt?12:20 Why did Joe Biden refuse press access? 16:09 Why does the Biden cover-up matter?17:39 Why does the bias always run in the same direction?19:50 Elon Musk is out of Washington DC and MAGA26:56 Was Elon Musk compatible with politics 29:09 Muzzle velocity politics 31:06 Trump's current popularity after tariffs and deportations 35:56 Trump vs Harvard 38:45 What is the future for Democrats 43:00 Will MAGA survive the midterms? 45:53 What can New Media do better than Legacy Media?Shelby Talcott is the White House Correspondent for Semafor. She spent the last year covering the Trump Campaign all across America. She also covered the BLM riots during her time at the Daily Caller, where we met. Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 The Joe Biden Cover-Up13:37 Lessons for the media17:50 MSM's stronghold is crumbling25:04 Elon Musk is done30:03 Does the GOP care about limited government 32:00 Immigration, deportation, foreign students 34:08 Harvard vs Trump37:18 Deportation tactics, vettings, Chinese spies in America?40:30 Democrats' future: Populism vs Abundance 44:00 The comeback of neo-liberalism? 46:30 The future of Democrats  48:30 The future of Republicans 51:41 Who is the next mayor of NYC?  Robby hosts the Rising on ‪The Hill‬ and is a senior editor at ‪Reason TV. We chatted about the state of Liberal media and their complacency in covering up the Biden's mental state leading up to 2024 Presidential Election.   Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro1:10 ICE raid protests in LA 3:45 Immigrants are no longer required to assimilate5:49 Deportations - Kilmar Abrego Garcia9:06 Deportations - Student Visas10:30 Jared Isaacman is gone, why?13:20 Elon Musk vs Trump conflict 17:30 Was DOGE a failure?18:36 MAGA is only for Trump loyalists 20:36 Karine Jean-Pierre and the Joe Biden coverup22:10 The future for: Populists vs Abundance 24:54 The New Right is skeptical about | Israel  30:50 Trump and America's foreign policy towards | Israel 32:07 Boomer Republicans are pro-Israel, why?32:11 How the media covered up Biden's decline40:12 Conservative media should hold up the standards 44:40 The future of social conservatismAmber Duke is a friend, Senior Editor at The Daily Caller, cohost of Rising On  The Hill, and cohost of Free Media on Reason TV.We talked about the state of the ongoing ICE raids in Los Angeles, deportations, and what lies at the core of America's identity crisis. Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro0:53 Greenwashing  6:07 America is polarized, and it's getting worse9:04 Companies lied about progressive goals 17:23 Can you be a conservative environmentalist? 28:00 Al Gore, Nixon, and the EPA33:00 Why no one care about the environment33:50 Protests won't solve anything, then what will?41:20 Is Climate Change a generational issue?44:12 Elon Musk: From Environmentalist to MAGA? 49:50 The Green New Deal is a Trojan horse?52:41 Tariffs and Consumerism 56:44 America the beautiful Benji Backer is a friend and the founder of the American Conservation Coalition — the largest conservative youth environmental group in the U.S. He’s also the author of The Conservative Environmentalist, offering common-sense solutions for a sustainable future. Now, he's launched a new nonprofit, Nature is Nonpartisan, focused on taking the politics out of the environmental conversation. Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro0:45 The group chats that changed America1:52 Silicon Valley and Donald Trump7:57 Tech CEO's at odds with their workers11:50 Building ELITE consensus via Group Chats 20:21 Steve Bannon and New Media24:32 The Great Bundling & Unbundling of Media29:20 Megyn Kelly crushing Legacy Media33:30 What makes a great broadcaster35:55 Political commentary in the creator economy38:48 What's Ben Smith building with Semafor I sat down with Ben Smith, co-founder of Semafor and host of the Mixed Signals podcast, to discuss how the Tech-Right builds consensus in secret elite pro-Trump group chats, Steve Bannon, New Media in the White House, Megyn Kelly, and the future of journalism in the creator economy.Before starting Semafor, Ben Smith was the media columnist for The New York Times, where he covered the transformation of the news business in the digital age. Prior to that, he was the founding editor-in-chief of BuzzFeed News, where he helped build the outlet into a globally recognized digital newsroom known for its scoops, viral storytelling, and ambitious investigative journalism. Smith began his career covering politics for outlets like Politico, the New York Observer, and the New York Daily News. In 2022, he co-founded Semafor, a global news startup aimed at restoring trust in journalism through transparency and clarity. Ben is known for his sharp insight into media disruption, platform politics, and the evolving relationship between journalism and power. Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 New media disrupting the White House briefing room3:05 Why is Legacy News upset at the New Media5:26 Narrative Violation: Immigration and Deportation 11:48 How new media reporting differs from mainstream media14:55 Dressing flashy for the White House?16:43 The hypocrisy of the 'objective' legacy media's20:56 The Right covering culture wars27:10 Thin, Fertile and Republican: The rise of anti-feminist media 30:30 Alex Clark, The Infertility Crisis 32:35 Is being healthy 'right coded'?35:10 The Vibe ShiftMary Margaret Olohan is a friend who I met years ago while working at the Daily Caller. Today, she’s the White House Correspondent at the Daily Wire. We jammed on the New Media taking over the White House Press Briefing Room and the rise of Anti-Feminist Media, people like Candace Owens, Brett Cooper, and Alex Clark, telling women to be thin, fertile, and Republican. Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro0:17 Immigration crackdown 03:03 Mass Deportations vs First Amendment 07:40 Patriot Act Deja Vu 09:35 Deporting to El Salvador dungeons?12:01 Deporting college kids writing op-eds?15:13 Harvard vs Trump17:40 The corruption in US colleges 21:35 The WOKE Right25:53 Don't tread on me28:49 AOC, Bernie, Anti-Oligarchy Tour 31:17 Dems have no brand?33:10 Elon Musk34:34 Tariff chaos  37:24 Stock market is only for the rich? 41:11 The Abundance agenda 44:55 Signal Chat chaos, Iran, Pete Hegseth 50:11 Has the Tech Right surrendered to Trump?52:20 Do immigrants have free speech rights?55:32 Mahmoud Khalil, slippery slope argument58:16 The ends shall not justify the meansRobby Soave and I do our best Resistance Lib impression to dig deep into the ongoing free speech crisis amidst the deportation chaos. Robby hosts the Rising on The Hill and is a senior editor at Reason TV. He also has great hair and is the first person to suit up for my pod. Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Julian Dorey is a friend and one of the best podcasters out there. We react to pompous Douglas Smith's debate with Dave Smith on JRE, we riffed on how the woke virus is crippling the Right because it has a spine made of glass, and a lot more. Enjoy! Subscribe and also go to Julian's channel and help him cross 1M subs. 0:00 - INTRO0:51 - Julian Dorey Podcast Growth2:19 - The Trump Cultural “vibe shift”, How Biden f*ed up**6:46 - NYC when Trump first won in 2016, Tech Bros & Trump13:06 - Douglas Murray vs. Dave Smith, Woke Right16:46 - Immigration, Deportations and Israel28:52 - US Gov, Antisemit!sm & Free Speech31:24 - Trump’s Relationship w/ Israel, Israeli espionage, Criticizing Israel35:11 - Gavin Newsom and the failure of Cailfornia37:39 The Liberal's Abundance Theory, We need to build more44:49 - Ezra Klein Theory on Why Democrats Lost, Newsom California failures54:26 - Candace Owens Theory, The Left’s “Search for Joe Rogan”1:05:44 -  Is Alternate Right Wing Media Falling In The MSM corruption trap1:14:46 - Why Julian looks at everything 10 years out1:20:06 - How long will Elon Musk last in MAGA1:24:04 - Julian on Joe Rogan & Elon Musk relationship1:29:37 - Paul Rosolie theory on long-form podcast downside1:34:57 -  Trad Wives vs Feminism, “Society has sold Women a LIE” - Julian on “Society’s Plan”1:40:29 - Julian on his Mom, Future Wife & Kids1:44:00 - The Economy is preventing women from being trad wives and moms1:47:04 - The College Degree Scam?1:51:00 - The Pandemic Effects on Children & Adults Socially1:56:00 - The “Artist” Generation Currently unfolding (4th Turning)1:59:06 - Julian wants to be #1 in the World Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Chris Barnard is a friend and the President of the American Conservation Coalition (ACC). ACC’s mission is to build the conservative environmental movement. He also serves on the Youth Advisory Council for the Republican Party. We sat down to riff on the state of 'Abundance' and Trump's Tariffs.0:00 Intro0:17 Who owns 'Abundance'? 3:28 Why can't Liberal cities build more5:29 Is environmentalism conservative? 8:23 How NEPA stops America from building more10:30 Why Austin can build more housing12:18 The issue with Leftist environmentalism17:33 Does climate change cause wildfires?19:02 The conservative response to the Green New Deal22:08 Is environmentalism good or bad for the economy?25:20 The conservative case against American cities29:08 GDP is not the end goal?31:55 Infrastructure Act and Chips Act - the good and the bad33:38 Manufacturing Comeback36:01 The Tariff Debate - Free Markets vs The American 'Good'46:10 How the RIGHT claimed 'Crunchy'53:00 Tech Right vs MAGA Right55:55 Innovation Debate - Christian vs Secular1:03:08 The fate of the Republican coalition #podcast #interview #politics #tarrifs #trump #news #trending #america Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Mary Margaret Olohan is a friend who I met years ago while working at the Daily Caller. Today, she’s the White House Correspondent at the Daily Wire. We recently caught up for a conversation on the state of conservative culture, why so many women are stepping back from the girlboss era and embracing tradwife aesthetics, and our shared love for Pride and Prejudice.0:00 Intro0:27 The Girlboss Era is Over4:50 The Pill and the sexual revolution 8:16 Pride and Prejudice 11:06 Elon Musk - Ashely St. Clair Saga14:25 MAGA Coalition: Barstool Conservatives, MAHA, Trads21:30 Gavin Newsom is based?24:17 Kamal is for they/them26:13 Harrison Butker controversy29:30 Taylor Swift's politics34:30 Leaving work to be a mom?40:38 TRADWIFE and the aesthetics of modern conservatism44:00 JD Vance's political evolution 49:39 The masculine and feminine 52:30 Gender wars 53:56 Abortion politics 1:02:15 How Progressives exploit Christian Empathy 1:07:33 Thanks for watching! Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro0:51 Trump's Libertarian Rebirth 4:47Steve Bannon vs Elon Musk - Immigration7:51 DOGE Draining The Swamp12:12 MSM Firings, Populist disconnect 16:42 How Trump Won The Podcast Election 20:33 Growing Rising on YouTube21:25 Robby's come-up in journalism 25:11 The Corruption Of White House Press  28:35 Corporate influence in journalism 32:33 Debunking the Rolling Stone UVA story  37:28 Debunking the Covington Kids story42:59 Elon Musk's polygamy vs social conservatism 46:36 Is America Default Libertarian?47:55 Robby's Libertarian bargain with Trump 50:42 How Tech became MAGA54:04 Breaking up BigTech?56:56 Facebook never liked conservatives 01:01:04 America Rocks01:04:04 Will JD Vance inherit MAGA?01:05:40 Manufacturing is never coming back 01:08:06 Free Speech I sat down with Robby Soave to talk Elon and DOGE bulldozing the Swamp, the future of libertarianism in America, and the state of MAGA. He hosts the Rising on The Hill and is a senior editor at Reason TV. Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro0:57 The night in Kenosha4:30 Richie's testimony8:22 Kyle Rittenhouse - hero or villain?15:30 What led to the shooting21:31 Similarities between Daniel Penny and Rittenhouse24:35 Richie's politics27:35 Covering January 631:12 End of the liberal world order - BLM, Lockdowns, Biden38:54 Why Richie voted for Obama42:56 Winston Churchill's imperfection44:54 Should America police the world?49:28 History of populism, the Gilded Age51:56 The Vibe Shift of MAGA - Tech Bro vs Steve Bannon55:08 The Border Crisis57:44 The H-1B Visa Drama59:26 The New Counterculture - Free Speech, Art, HollywoodRichie is a good friend and was a key witness on that pivotal night in Kenosha during the Kyle Rittenhouse incident. Together, we unpack how that moment reshaped his life and influenced his perspective on American politics.  With experience working for Mark Levin, NBC, and the Daily Caller—where we first crossed paths—Richie brings a unique lens to the conversation.  His new book, Riot Diet, dives deep into his experiences covering the BLM unrest in 2020. Check it out!#podcast #politics #news Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

0:00 Intro1:08 Resistance Media in Trump 2016 vs 20243:51 Joy Reid Is Fired, Will MSM Learn Their Lessons?6:41 Explaining elite journalists' disconnect from reality9:21 How Amber got into journalism and conservative media15:37 How Trump 2016 set the ground for Trump 202420:30 How The WHCA cartel gatekeeps media access25:45 White House's New Media push27:00 How MAGA became mainstream28:28 MAGA vs Tech Bros - Immigration, Trade, America First31:31 Illegal Immigration, cheap labor, and the Border Crisis37:56 Elon Musk and Ashley St. Clair - Traditional Conservatives?44:10 Abortion Politics46:12 Andrew Tate, 'High Quality Men' and the Gender War51:34 Modern dating is broken54:12 Au Pair - a stranger raising your child58:08 Can the modern woman have it all - Work and Family1:04:34 Amber's dating experience and getting married1:08:16 God's plan Amber Duke is a friend, Senior Editor at The Daily Caller, cohost of Rising On The Hill, and cohost of Free Media on at ReasonTV .  We discussed what it was like covering Trump during the 2016 liberal media era and how it compares to today, the wave of mainstream media layoffs, the corruption of the WHCA, and, most importantly, why modern dating sucks.#podcast #politics #america #dating #culture #media #news Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Shelby Talcott is the White House Correspondent for Semafor. She spent the last year covering the Trump Campaign all across America. She also covered the BLM riots during her time at the Daily Caller, where we met.Show Notes:0:00 Intro1:00 Trump winning the 2024 election 2:36 Podcast Election: Trump team's media approach 10:46 Cable News: Declining ratings, vanity16:07 The VIBE SHIFT18:36 MAGA vs Tech Right20:46 What led Shelby to political journalism25:55 Gender gap in politics 27:13 The Washington DC news bubble29:35 Trump's appeal to Middle America   33:45 End of liberal world order?36:40 American Underbelly: Covering the BLM Riots 41:23 Shelby couldn't cover the riots because she's a woman?43:40 Covering the Trump White House 45:08 Shelby is getting married!46:04 Daily Caller alumni: Saagar Enjeti, Kaitlan Collins, more...47:14 BONUS: Shelby got arrested during the riots  Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Saagar Enjeti is a friend, mentor, and the host of Breaking Points. We sat down a week after the inauguration to do a vibe check on politics and media.Show Notes: 0:00 Intro1:40 The Vibe Shift: What's different this time?4:26 Bush Conservatism to Global Liberalism8:36 The malaise of Biden-Kamala era14:41 Thermostatic public opinon 18:22 Politics DGAF about podcasters25:50 Podcast Election: influence vs substance35:26 The gridlock of DC politics and WHCA42:10 What's Joe Rogan's politics?44:35 Tech Right vs MAGA Right46:44 The issue with folk libertarianism 48:40 Societal Trust vs Don't tread on me50:38 Saagar wants you to stop sports gambling1:00:00 Big Tech's love affair with Trump 1:02:33 The failing business of resistance liberal journalism 1:07:08 People follow people 1:09:17 "Breaking Points will be better without..."1:11:36 If you do everything, you'll win Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Emily Jashinsky is the host of Undercurrents by UnHerd  and Counter Points on Breaking Points . I sat down with her to discuss her come-up in political journalism and how the Right won over the cultural reigns after decades of being bad at media.Show Notes:0:00 Intro1:22 Hosting Unheard and Breaking Points5:30 Why Kamala lost the Podcast Election9:15 The facade of Gavin Newsom 11:42 Journalism in the creator economy 15:09 How the Left lost Joe Rogan16:55 How the Right grew big on the internet 27:23 Tech Right vs MAGA Right31:10 Immigration and assimilation 36:46 Right Wing media on Facebook43:39 Brett Cooper leaving Daily Wire46:05 Gender Divide in Politics, Barstool Conservative 50:15 MAGA after Donald Trump and Elon Musk 55:30 Emily on Counter Points with Saagar, Krystal, and Ryan57:25 What motivated Emily into political journalism1:03:24 Why Breaking Points succeeded 1:07:29 Digital Media vs Cable News1:11:11 Emily’s Prediction for 2025 Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

I interviewed Congressman Ro Khanna about the H-1B visa controversy and the state of immigration in America.0:00 Ro Khanna's wider immigration approach 0:48 How Silicon Valley became a talent magnet2:46 The H-1B Visa Controversy5:42 How Silicon Valley's politics changed 7:00 Immigration reform: Illegal Immigration & Border Security  9:42 Ro Khanna's Immigrant Upbringing: Patriotism & Assimilation  Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Anthony Pompliano is the Founder & CEO of Professional Capital Management, is an American entrepreneur, investor, and host of The Pomp Podcast. 0:00 Intro1:04 Breakdown of institutions 9:32 Pete Hegseth - DEI in military?13:54 Zuckerberg and the return to normalcy17:18 The vibe shift 21:21 How to raise tough kids23:18 Pomp's worldview 26:30 Race relations and the promise of America28:02 Why Trump won the Presidential race 31:48 Lesson for Democrats from the 2024 loss34:38 Effect of testosterone on politics 36:57 The Left learning from Republican politicians 38:15  Masculinity vs Wokeism 42:40 Daniel Penny 44:30 The future GOP and DNC coalition  47:58 Politics in the workplace and corporate America52:50 Censorship - Pomp speaking out on Daniel Penny 57:53 GenZ doesn't want to work? 1:02:20 Is the American Dream dead?1:17:38 Pomp's transition from military to contrarian thinker  Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Erika Ayers Badan joined Barstool Sports as CEO in 2016 when the company was generating about $3 million in revenue, and she stepped down in 2024, with the company's revenue reportedly reaching around $250 million by the time she left.Show notes:0:00 Intro1:27 Alex Cooper leaving Barstool Sports4:41 Brand vs Personality7:13 The growth of Call Her Daddy8:33 Pat McAfee leaving Barstool Sports9:00 Erika joins Barstool Sports11:32 The underdogs who won14:06 Leaving corporate for Barstool17:11 Handling controversies - Mintzy20:31 Vice News is bankrupt 21:48 Barstool's business24:47 Was Barstool Gold a failure?28:09 The Quiet Quitting Debate31:39 Dave Portnoy's hustle32:39 I am a fan of Erika34:24 Barstool Sport's sold back for $135:48 Why Barstool didn't fit PENN37:42 Erika has a new job! Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Jack Barrett and his brothers Max, and Sam are the founders of Friday Beers. We chatted about the company's founding, raising $6 million, building out an iconic sketch crew, and reviving comedy.Show Notes:0:00 Intro1:14 Friday Beers' Beer launch 03:00 Founding of Friday Beers' Instagram06:37 Dealing with copyright09:14 Bring back comedy11:53 Raising $6 million 13:33 Almost Friday TV: Will Angus &  Liam Cullagh15:12 Fundraising from Jared Goff17:27 Scaling sketch comedy21:06 Barstool Sports' influence 23:22 Scripted comedy on social 26:33 Brand deals29:46 Almost Friday IG posts 33:20 Political correctness in comedy36:07 Winning in digital media40:17 Why sell beer?44:40 How Jack runs Friday Beers46:45 Leaving finance for media50:54 Almost Friday Media's mission Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Caitlin Clark is making $338,056 over four years under her contract with the Indiana Fevers. In contrast, last year's No. 1 NBA draft pick bagged a $55 million four-year contract. But is that all there is to the story? How much will Caitlin make through brand deals? And why exactly is there a disparity between male and female athletes?Show Notes:0:00 Why is Caitlin Clark's salary so low?2:36 NIL money and brand deals4:45 Caitlin Clark's humility 6:34 Hating on Caitlin Clark?9:17 WNBA players jealous of Caitlin?11:26 Why is the WNBA wage so low14:51 Should the networks pay Caitlin16:13 Why did the NBA's ratings crumble18:53 The pressure on Caitlin ClarkWatch this on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thesagnikbasuAbout this podcast:Being a creator today has no rulebook so the best you can do is ask people who are doing it right. Hey - my name is Sagnik and I have worked in the media industry for the last decade, ranging from broadcast news to YouTubers. Now I am hosting conversations with creatives and entrepreneurs driving the creator economy.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sssagnic/Twitter:  https://twitter.com/_sagnikbasu Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

You know Tommy G as the guy who would go anywhere and film anything, but I have always been interested in Tommy as a person and the story that led to his YouTube success. After spending time with Tommy In Milwaukee I learned a lot about him on a personal level and I hope you do too.Show Notes:0:00 Intro0:55 Tommy's storytelling & journalism 5:50 Extremes in America 7:42 Immigration & American exceptionalism11:55 Wokeness15:33 Tommy's origin story 19:04 The Kia Boys documentary 21:23 Lack of male role models26:39 Oblivious optimism30:55 Day jobs to entrepreneurship 37:40 How to get lucky 40:13 What makes Tommy happy43:05 Tommy's wife 46:39 Women and work49:27 Negotiating with Indians 51:04 Mainstream news is broken53:04 Tommy's politics 54:38 Rise of independent media58:16 The coastal elite mentality1:00:07 The border crisis1:04:15 Corruption in politics1:05:38 The outsider-insider complex 1:09:41 Cultural appropriation 1:15:09 Overtaking mainstream media1:18:17 Capitalism vs Socialism1:23:07 The American dream is over?1:26:52 How Tommy G makes and spends money1:32:48 Tommy's love for wrestling 1:35:12 Work and family1:36:53 How Tommy met his wife1:38:22 Big Dog's Gotta Eat1:38:52 Advice for content creators1:41:38 Thanks for watching!Watch this on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thesagnikbasuAbout this podcast:Being a creator today has no rulebook so the best you can do is ask people who are doing it right. Hey - my name is Sagnik and I have worked in the media industry for the last decade, ranging from broadcast news to YouTubers. Now I am hosting conversations with creatives and entrepreneurs driving the creator economy.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sssagnic/Twitter:  https://twitter.com/_sagnikbasu Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

I sat down for a very personal conversation with @JulianDorey to talk about how he left a lucrative career in finance to start his podcast. We ended up talking about dating, politics, family, and the American dream.0:00 Intro3:34 Leaving finance for YouTube16:20 Is the American Dream over?29:38 Moving to America31:05 The underdog mentality: Money and Charisma41:14 Trump vs Biden46:33 Why GenZ hates America50:54 The Fourth Turning1:00:57 News and political division1:03:36 Julian's political beliefs 1:07:16 The rise of Donald Trump1:15:37 The hidden forces in Washington DC1:18:51 The battle of the sexes 1:25:33 Is modern dating ruined?1:29:23 Family and kids1:36:32 Julian's parents support1:40:32 Consequences of a single parent household 1:47:32 Dating and Career  1:56:15 End Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Shawn Kanungo is a keynote speaker who left accounting to follow his passion for changing lives through the spoken word.Show Notes:0:00 Intro1:54 Is disruption good or bad for business?3:53 From CPA to keynote rockstar10:35 How to create your luck18:00 Winners keep on winning22:22 How producers book guests26:51 New media eclipsing broadcast 28:10 Stephen A. Smith moving away from ESPN33:22 The rise of niche creators44:23 Innovation is not efficient  48:06 Does new tech still make our lives better?51:47 Has remote work made jobs worse?1:00:53 Career advice for your 20s1:08:09 How to land a special on AppleTV and Prime Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Explaining the Pat McAfee vs ESPN drama.Show Notes: 0:00 Pat McAfee vs ESPN03:28 Does ESPN own Pat?05:26 Vibe check on ESPN07:12 Is ESPN trying to sabotage Pat?09:02 Aaron Rodgers vs Jimmy Kimmel11:51 Why are talents leaving television?14:43 ESPN's talent disputes 17:25 Dave Portnoy buying back Barstool Sports21:21 ESPN's programming, what works and what doesn't  23:46 How should media executives handle talent?26:22 Is it over for Pat McAfee and ESPN? Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

I went to Georgia to find out how Eric put gun owners on the YouTube map and has since built an empire with his successful YouTube channel IRAQ VETERAN talking about anything and everything related to the gun culture. Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Saagar is a friend, mentor, and journalist who helped me understand the world better. We chatted about the business of news, growing Breaking Points, and why he will never stop wearing suits.Show Notes:0:00 Intro01:00 2 years since launch 02:43 War coverage since Iraq05:47 Saagar's big break at 2508:57 Competing with mainstream news (during wars)15:20 Distrust in media21:34 Serving the audience28:00 Doing the news while running a business 30:16 Why Saagar always wears suits33:04 Navigating news on YouTube36:54 Pat McAfee's ESPN deal39:00 Penn sells Barstool Sports42:32 Will Saagar ever sell Breaking Points?44:53 The growth of Breaking Points47:33 Advice for young professionals 51:10 Saagar's relationship with money 52:55 Thanks Saagar Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Ariel Viera quit his job because his producer didn't want him on camera, then he started Urbanist. Now he explores different cities all across the world and narrates stories about history and architecture, trying out the local foods, and learning about local cultures.Show Notes:0:00 Intro0:48 Showing the REAL New York City?06:36 How Ariel started vlogging in NYC10:27 The Casey Neistat era12:00 Leaving VOX Media for YouTube15:50 Why Ariel prefers livestream over vlogs18:00 Urbanist: Ariel's media company 19:19 The Urbanist audience23:27 How Ariel makes money27:06 Does NYC suck, sometimes?29:49 Art vs Businesses 32:56 The American hustle Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Steel pannist and composer Jonathan Scales joined me to talk about his journey in the music world, playing at NPR Tiny Desk, record labels, streaming platforms, and much more. Show Notes:0:00 Playing at NPR Tiny Desk01:36 The Steel Pan03:24 Classically Trained in Music06:55 Inspiration, Taste Of Success09:07 Jonathan's Band13:05 How to start a band16:31 The business of a band20:41 Booking your first venue23:52 Day in the life of a tour manager25:07 Revenue share within a band29:27 Working for free34:50 How does a record label work?43:40 Is Spotify stealing from artists?49:15 How Jonathan makes money51:01 Reacting to success53:53 Reacting to failure57:42 One day at a time Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Since starting Davidsbeenhere in 2008, David has traveled to 96 countries and over 1,300 destinations. We talked about his life before blowing up on YouTube, how David makes money while traveling the world, his epic food reviews, and how he wants to change people's approach toward traveling outside their comfort zone.Show Notes:0:00 Hey David Hoffmann!01:23 Going viral in India04:43 Life before YouTube07:43 Raising money to travel vlog?12:02 Losing audience after leaving a country16:40 Casey Nesitat: Inspiration vs plagiarism19:18 The grind of creating while traveling25:52 How David makes money31:18 Investing In Eastern European real estate35:05 Davidsbeenhere: Brand, Team, Workflow40:20 How to edit for YouTubers45:55 Travel Vloggers eclipsing TV travel shows48:29 The future of YouTube: Shorts vs Long form51:10 Changing travel: stigma of 'unsafe' places 54:31 Personal life: burnout, sacrifices, goals 59:26 Buy David's Hot Sauce! Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

If you have ever looked up New York City travel guides or wanted to learn more about which borough has the best food, chances are you've come across  'Here Be Barr' on YouTube. Jon is one of NYC's legacy creators representing the city to millions of people visiting the city. We sat down to discuss his transition from being a sports reporter to embracing YouTube, the creator economy, the reality of NYC, and much more.Show Notes:0:00 Intro0:45 Why Jon left broadcasting03:30 Jon's transition to YouTube08:24 First YouTube videos 09:43 Casey Nesitat 12:40 Leaving Travel vlogging for NYC16:09 Content Market fit18:30 The problem with mainstream media 23:23 The rise of independent creators25:20 How Jon makes money31:14 Building a relationship with fans33:17 Creating for yourself or viewers37:02 New York City: Reality vs Romanticization40:00 The creator community in NYC41:53 The future of YouTube45:00 Raising a kid in NYC47:00 Why New York City Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Marshall Kosloff joined me to discuss his rise in political journalism and how he and Saagar Enjeti decided to go against the grain to opt out of the Capitol Hill bickering. Show Notes:0:00 Intro0:44 How Marshal met Saagar2:22 The Facebook gravy train9:43 2016 breaks politics14:20 How cable news makes money20:55 Marshal and Saagar's value prop 30:40 The origin of The Realignment podcast36:15 The Creator Economy revolution44:00 Please don't leave your job51:03 Elon Musk and Twitter54:26 Reject ideologies57:58 Entrepreneurship is unsexy01:02:00 Choose your creator trajectory Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Simran (Simmy) Sandhu is the Co-Founder of Our Future, now acquired by Morning Brew. Our Future creates business content for Gen-Z and also runs short-form content for My First Million, Hubspot, and more.Show Notes:0:00 Intro - Our Future2:13 Own your audience, building communities3:48 Short videos clipping formula5:55 Michael Sikand + Simran Sandhu9:28 Monetizing Our Future, brand deals, agency money14:08 Winning My First Million's clipping competition14:52 Hiring video editors17:30 Building on Tiktok, YouTube, Instagram20:00 Getting acquired by Morning Brew24:24 Scaling Our Future: B2B business, growing content28:50 Future of short-form content, YouTube, Simmy Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Jesse Nyberg is a freelance graphic designer from Los Angeles. He aims to teach, learn, and chat about graphic design, art, freelancing, and creativity.Show Notes:0:00 Intro0:35 Jesse quit his job5:35 Making money freelancing10:54 How to choose clients16:28 Purpose in creativity19:26 Freelancer finances24:09 Creating content as a designer29:13  Operating during a recession 34:03 Raising rates for clients37:41 Making the first $100040:20 Support other creatives Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Chris is a creative based in New York who works with creators like Francis Ellis, Matteo Lane, and several other comedians and artists. We talk about his journey in this industry so far, navigating the creator economy, mental health for creatives, and much more.Show Notes:0:00 Intro0:45 Growing up with YouTube2:55 First gig5:18 Getting into the industry9:40 Creativity in podcasting12:00 Pricing as a creative15:50 Francis Ellis & Oops The Podcast 19:00 Jack of all trades20:35 Growing with a brand22:48 Learn to edit25:45 Matteo Lane28:00 People behind the scenes31:33 New York City33:40 Define success 34:53 Burnout35:13 Work-life balance39:25 Advice for creators Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Peter Santenello started over his life at 40 while traveling in Ukraine. He had some money saved up, a failed startup, and no direction on his content whatsoever. But regardless he started telling stories by himself in a foreign land.He kept making videos in different countries and eventually decided to return to America in 2020.Since then he has made videos on communities all over the country by traveling to their neighborhoods and has gained over a million subscribers on YouTube. Some of his most exceptional work are his stories covering Hasidic Jews, the Amish community, and the Projects in New York.Show Notes:0:00 Intro0:46 Life In Ukraine5:12 Frugality 7:26 Proof of concept8:39 Coming back to the USA12:27 Storytelling style14:12 Protests in 202018:10 Narratives in politics23:13 Diversity in America25:41 Mainstream Media28:17 Crime32:01 Niche Communities 35:19 How Peter Makes Money38:44 Patience41:28 Editing and Production43:44 IRL fans45:59 Regrets Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

Angelo Scarfone left his Costco badge behind to start creating and eventually, he started working for the host of the iconic Breakfast Club - Charlamagne that God. I wanted to learn about all the ups and downs of his journey in production so far and how he approaches camerawork for artists.Show Notes:0:00 Intro0:26 Meeting Charlamagne2:27 Life before videography 6:24 Breaking into the industry9:41 Charging clients11:34 Charlamagne's co-sign13:00 Production overhead 16:15 Breakfast Club17:07 Hometown rappers18:28 Cashflow20:28 Nepotism in production23:04 Building in public25:31 No Film School movement26:44 Reality Check29:04 Outro Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu

David Rock aka Drock is the creative genius behind Gary Vaynerchuk's success on YouTube and social media. I wanted to find out how he went from freelancing out of his sister's basement to running the show for one of the best marketers of the internet era.Show Notes:0:00 Intro0:15 Freelancing From A Basement6:08 Cold DMing Gary8:35 Test Project11:10 Come Work For Me?12:25 Frugality15:47 Daily Vee & Ask Gary Vee18:12 Let's Vlog!20:55 The Aha Moment22:52 Shop Talk26:00 Putting in the time28:13 Tyler Babin30:31 Going Independent?34:30 Creativity In Numbers40:25 Education For Creative Kids42:00 Creating For Different Platforms44:27 Burnout47:24 Anti-Hustle Culture50:05 Drock Is Writing A Book!52:25 The Impact Of Creating Welcome to The Sagnik Show — where politics, media, and identity collide. Over the past decade, I’ve worked across legacy and new media, from FOX to independent platforms alongside people like Tucker Carlson, Saagar Enjeti, and Krystal Ball.I didn’t come to the U.S. to cover politics—I just happened to fall into it. What followed was an unexpected crash course in the American political machine, taught by some of the sharpest (and most polarizing) voices in the business.This show is my attempt to process what I’ve learned—and unlearned.I also speak with creators and entrepreneurs building media on their own terms—people forging new paths outside the traditional gatekeepers.I’m not here to sell you anything. None of this is monetized. I’m just grateful you’re listening. IG: @sssagnicYT: @thesagnikbasuX: @_sagnikbasu