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Power Lines with Oliver Darcy and Jon Passantino

Power Lines is the official podcast of Status, where veteran journalists Oliver Darcy and Jon Passantino break down their exclusive reporting and deliver sharp, uncompromising analysis on how information moves and shapes society. From the Fourth Estate to Silicon Valley to Hollywood, they scrutinize the powerful institutions driving narratives, shaping perception, and steering the culture. New episodes drop every Friday.

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67:12

Olivia Nuzzi Scandal Rocks Vanity Fair, Trump’s...

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2025/11/21

Former star political reporter Olivia Nuzzi is back in the spotlight after her ex-fiancé, Ryan Lizza, alleged that she had a second romantic relationship with a subject she was reporting on. Oliver and Jon are joined by Status’ own Natalie Korach to break down the ethical fallout and how her new employer Condé Nast is responding.Then: Donald Trump attacks an ABC News reporter while defending his “friend,” Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, during an Oval Office appearance. Saudi money and

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57:28

Epstein Emails Expose Fox News Bias; Trump Threatens...

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2025/11/14

This week on Power Lines:Newly uncovered Epstein emails reveal troubling ties between Jeffrey Epstein, Michael Wolff, and Donald Trump. Why was Wolff giving Epstein so much advice? Trump threatens to sue the BBC over an edit in a months-old documentary. Why now? Was it misleading—or just convenient timing? Plus: South Park’s unhinged Trump-Vance sex scene, Sydney Sweeney’s lackluster response to her “Jeans/Genes” ad, and Tucker Carlson goes full-Alex Jones with chemtrail conspiracy

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60:26

Zohran’s Big Win, the Tucker–Shapiro Feud, and Jon...

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2025/11/07

On this week’s Power Lines Podcast:Zohran Mamdani wins New York’s mayoral race: Oliver and Jon break down the reactions, from the predictable outrage on Fox News to the surprising pushback from CNN, and what his rise means for the Democratic establishment as right-wing media gears up to weaponize his every move. The MAGA civil war heats up: Ben Shapiro publicly torches Tucker Carlson for platforming white nationalist Nick Fuentes and Heritage Foundation president Kevin Roberts got caught in the

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64:37

Tucker Embraces White Supremacist, MSNBC Hosts Rip...

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2025/10/31

On this week’s Power Lines Podcast:Tucker Carlson has suddenly ended his feud and embraced Holocaust-denying white supremacist Nick Fuentes. Why is he leaning further into extremist voices? Oliver and Jon break down the fallout from Comcast helping to fund the White House ballroom — and what that says about media power and influence. Plus: what the Paramount layoffs reveal about Ellison’s plans for news personalities, CNN head Mark Thompson dodging Bari Weiss questions, Zohran winning over

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60:05

Fox vs. Mamdani, Leavitt’s Lame Insults, and Ellison...

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2025/10/24

On this week’s Power Lines Podcast:Oliver and Jon break down why all roads lead to David Ellison's WBD takeover and the serious implications it would have for CNN. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt goes viral with a shocking text message response to a reporter. Oliver and Jon dig into the pay-to-play operation behind the Golden Globes' new podcast award. Fox News is losing it over Zohran Mamdani And finally, Oliver and Jon analyze the concrete numbers behind the massive

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48:01

The Pentagon’s Propaganda Play, Mano-Sphere Calls Out...

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2025/10/17

On this week’s episode of the Power Lines podcast:Pentagon reporters walked out after Pete Hegseth’s team demanded they sign a loyalty pledge—effectively banning the press from one of the most powerful buildings in the world. Oliver and Jon take you inside the standoff, breaking down what led to the walkout and what it means for press freedom. Then, NBC lays off 150 staffers, gutting its diversity reporting teams as MSNBC and CNBC spin off into a new company. What do the cuts signal about the

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56:19

Inside Bari Weiss’ CBS Moves; Pete Hegseth vs. the...

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2025/10/10

On this week’s Power Lines, Oliver and Jon discuss:Bari Weiss at CBS News: Does her both-sides-ism and "Lets fucking do the news" war cry signal a major shift, or is it just corporate noise? We analyze what her new EIC role signals to the Trump administration and debate how hands-on she'll actually be. Pete Hegseth's New Press Rules: We detail the Pentagon’s new restrictions, question how the former Fox News personality would have reacted if they were imposed by a different administration, and

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47:31

Censored Comedians in Riyadh, ICE Attacks, and the...

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2025/10/03

Welcome to Power Lines. This week, Oliver welcome’s Status’ new media correspondent Natalie Korach! Oliver and Natalie kick things off covering the relentless attacks on the free press, Oliver’s role in a Senate "spotlight hearing" on threats to journalism, the chilling effect of pressure applied by Brendan Carr and Pete Hegseth, and the alarming, unprovoked assaults on reporters by masked ICE agents. Next, the controversy surrounding the Riyadh Comedy Festival, where A-list comedians like Dave

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60:15

Jimmy Kimmel Is Back—But Disney’s Fight Is Far From...

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2025/09/26

Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show returned this week after Disney executives backpedaled on a short-lived suspension that elicited a tidal wave of backlash. But the battle is far from over. Major station groups Nexstar and Sinclair are still refusing to carry the program on their ABC affiliates, effectively blocking it from nearly a quarter of American households. Oliver and Jon break down how the FCC’s targeting of Kimmel ended up backfiring, why even some conservatives are defending his right to

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58:19

Inside The Silencing of Jimmy Kimmel: Will His Show...

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2025/09/19

Is Jimmy Kimmel done at ABC? That’s the question after the late-night host was suddenly pulled off the air following threats from FCC Chairman Brendan Carr. Jon and Oliver break down the forces behind Kimmel’s silencing and what comes next.Also, aspiring media mogul David Ellison is looking to buy Warner Bros. Discovery, raising tensions inside CNN. Oliver and Jon take you behind-the-scenes at CNN and analyze the conservative reshaping of the media under Trump. And finally, Business Insider has

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59:59

How Charlie Kirk’s Murder Is Dividing America

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2025/09/12

Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk’s shocking death this week set off a wave of reactions across the media landscape. Oliver and Jon examine the viral spread of graphic footage on social media, how the left and right are reacting to the tragedy, and what the response could mean for America’s already heightened political tensions.____________________________________________________________________ "Power Lines" is presented by Status, and hosted by Oliver Darcy and Jon Passantino. The show is

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59:22

What Bari Weiss and The Free Press Mean for CBS News,...

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2025/09/05

Thanks to our sponsor, beehiiv, who powers the Status newsletter! If you have a newsletter with over 100k subscribers, schedule your free growth consultation today. Or, use code STATUS30 for 30% off: https://www.beehiiv.com/statusOn This week’s edition of Power Lines… Paramount Close to Buying Bari Weiss’ The Free Press: It’s happening! David Ellison is on the brink of purchasing Bari Weiss’ The Free Press and installing Weiss in a prominent role at CBS News. Oliver and Jon break down why this is

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46:03

Google's Trump Problem, Absurd Taylor Swift Media...

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2025/08/29

Welcome to another edition of Power Lines. Here’s what Oliver and Jon are covering this week:Google Bends the Knee: OAN is back on YouTube TV — a sharp reversal after the platform once deemed the network too unserious to carry. Is Google cozying up to OAN to keep Trump happy as the Fox–YouTube TV standoff drags on? Taylor Swift Got Engaged: You already knew that. What’s surprising is how the media — including journalists with plenty of serious news to cover — have reacted to it. CNN Poaches from

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54:31

Fox Fumbles, MSNBC Stumbles, and CNN Gambles

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2025/08/22

This week on Power Lines…Fox vs. Satire: Gavin Newsom’s tweets are making waves — and exposing how little Fox gets the joke. Loyalty to the King: New documents from the Smartmatic case reveal infighting at Fox, as hosts scramble to prove their devotion to Trump. MS…Now What? MSNBC’s messy rebrand raises questions — was internal tension the real driver? CNN’s Streaming Gamble: With a new platform on the horizon, can CNN convince anyone to pay, or are they too late to the party? Oliver and Jon

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38:56

Trump's D.C. Power Grab, Alex Jones' New Nightmare,...

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2025/08/15

Welcome to another episode of Power Lines. This week, Oliver and Jon dive into:The National Guard in DC – and MAGA media’s reaction. Let’s just say President Trump’s base seems to have moved on from their old “Don’t Tread on Me” mantra. Alex Jones’ Infowars for sale (again) – as Jones is ordered to liquidate his assets to pay the families of Sandy Hook victims. Taylor Swift’s podcast debut – where she announced a new album… but the reveal was a little underwhelming. Plus, the amount of brand

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52:26

The NEW Paramount: Will South Park CONTINUE to Roast...

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2025/08/08

On Thursday, Oliver had a front-row seat as David Ellison and his team of executives fielded questions during Skydance’s official takeover of Paramount. He takes us inside the room and breaks down the answers to key questions about how South Park will be handled, Jon Stewart’s contract status, the future of 60 Minutes, and who might end up running CBS News. He also shares a few intriguing tidbits from one-on-one conversations after the press conference that offer deeper insight into how the new

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52:59

Gaza Famine Denial, Sydney Sweeney Drama, & FCC Chair...

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2025/08/01

Welcome to another jam-packed episode of Power Lines by Status.This week, Oliver and Jon dig into: Vandalism at the New York Times headquarters—and the growing media clash over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza MSNBC’s slow breakaway from the Peacock brand: What does this new era look like, and how can the network stay on track? An ethics complaint against Brendan Carr: The Freedom of the Press Foundation wants him disbarred over what they call “egregious conduct” And yes… Sydney Sweeney. Her

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65:14

Why Did MAGA Media Go Silent on Epstein? Plus, South...

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2025/07/25

In this latest episode of Power Lines, we're dissecting the seismic shifts rocking media and politics.First, the Washington Post, which is undergoing a dramatic reshaping under new opinion editor Adam O’Neal. Journalists and editors are being encouraged to take buyouts as Jeff Bezos seemingly shifts the paper's editorial direction. Is Bezos trying to appease Donald Trump to protect his other business interests by making the WaPo more conservative? Probably. Does that make him a bad steward

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66:09

Trump vs. WSJ, Colbert's Forced Exit & The AI News...

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2025/07/18

In this week’s loaded episode of "Power Lines," Oliver and Jon cover:A Wall Street Journal Bombshell & Trump's Fury: Status reports that Donald Trump attempted to suppress a Wall Street Journal story about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, even going so far as to personally call the editor-in-chief. Despite his efforts, the story came out, and now, unsurprisingly, Trump is threatening to sue. Colbert Out at CBS: It was announced this Thursday that "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" will

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47:47

Inside the Elon-Yaccarino Breakdown | Trump's...

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2025/07/11

In the inaugural episode of "Power Lines," Oliver and Jon break down:Elon's X Factor: Get the inside story on the sudden departure of CEO Linda Yaccarino from X. What led to this "blow-up" with Elon Musk, and what are the long-term implications for the social media giant and its advertisers? We analyze the true power dynamics at play. Trump's Late Night Target? With David Ellison's acquisition of Paramount, speculation is rampant. Is Stephen Colbert and Jon Stewart's future at CBS in

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