David Folkenflik
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All Things Considered
'National Enquirer' Publisher Looks To Sell Magazines
Host Ailsa Chang speaks to NPR's David Folkenflik about the news that American Media intends to sell its tabloids, including National Enquirer.
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Morning Edition
Media Outlets Became A Target After Mueller Probe Results Surfaced
The conclusion of special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into 2016 election interference ignited an immediate barrage of criticism against the media.
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All Things Considered
Mueller's Investigation, According To The Media
For the nearly two years since Special Counsel Robert Mueller was appointed, cable networks CNN, MSNBC and Fox have shaped Americans' perceptions of his investigation with their coverage.
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Former Murdoch Executive Says He Quit Over Fox's Anti-Muslim Rhetoric
A former top executive for Rupert Murdoch's News Corp. tells NPR he left his job because of relentlessly harsh depictions of Muslims and immigrants in Murdoch's media properties, especially Fox News.
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All Things Considered
How The Media Covered The Standoff Between High School Student, Native American Man
The media is in the spotlight for its coverage of a standoff between Covington Catholic High School students and a Native American elder.
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All Things Considered
Gannett Faces Hostile Bid From Company Known For Gutting Newsrooms
Gannett, the owner of USA Today and some 100 other newspaper properties has received an unsolicited bid from another newspaper group, MNG, known for imposing severe cost-cutting measures.
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All Things Considered
Trump's Oval Office Address Presents News Executives With A Catch-22
President Trump's first Oval Office address has presented a conundrum for news executives. They're convinced he won't make news and fear he'll mislead the public. But they're broadcasting it, along with the Democrats' response.
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Morning Edition
CBS News Names Its First Female President As Head Of Network's News Division
The president of CBS News, David Rhodes, is stepping down and will give way to Susan Zirinsky, a legendary CBS producer and documentary maker.
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Morning Edition
News Brief: Talks Of No Jail Time For Flynn And Les Moonves Misled Investigators
The president's former national security adviser Michael Flynn should not get jail time, prosecutors say. And Les Moonves destroyed evidence and misled investigators, according to a company report.
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Morning Edition
NPR CEO Jarl Mohn To Step Down After 5-Year Term Ends In June
Mohn will step aside to focus on a newly created position to lead the network's fundraising drive. He and his wife will contribute $10 million toward the effort from their personal fortune.