The Media Show | 27 June
2022 letter accuses ABC staff of racism, calls to ban kids from YouTube, media pivots on Iran situation. Plus, Lattouf wins case against ABC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jack Houghton dissects the highs and lows of news reporting, calls out fake news and puts media behaviour under the spotlight.

2022 letter accuses ABC staff of racism, calls to ban kids from YouTube, media pivots on Iran situation. Plus, Lattouf wins case against ABC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ten teases ‘The Project’ replacement, under-16 social media ban trial concludes, ABC radio’s Trump coverage questioned, Norman Swan’s downgraded status. Plus, Australians using social media for news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is an activist media emboldening rioters in a chaos-plagued LA? Are journalists indulging climate crusader Greta Thunberg’s latest Israel stunt? And what is the ABC’s latest display of blatant green-left bias? Tune into the Media Show to find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A breakdown of the media's reaction to Donald Trump and Elon Musk's feud. Plus, a discussion on activist journalists with Media Watch Dog Columnist Gerard Henderson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The ABC News team can’t keep it together, Trump takes on NPR. Plus, Sky News Reporter Cheng Lei joins the show in the lead up to documentary airing 7:30PM this Tuesday only on Sky News. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The fallout from Donald Trump's controversial South Africa press conference. Plus, a sit down with Media Watch dog columnist Gerard Henderson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Walkley Award-winning legendary newsman who is stepping down from the industry joins the show. Plus, a discussion of all things ABC with Media Watch dog columnist Gerard Henderson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Roberts-Smith case still in court, Nine scrutinised over $700, 000 payment, huge fallout from shock election result, Bernie Sanders goes on Fox. Plus, Laura Tingle rewarded with top ABC gig. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Labor gains ground with misleading memes, Kamala Harris draws attention with signs of a political comeback. Plus, Donald Trump speaks with ABC News about how the world sees America. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nine’s debate fails to engage voters, the nation’s leaders’ messages fail to land again, ABC fails to fact-check, CBS’ diversity blunder. Plus, reporter travels to Rome on taxpayer dime. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Labor keeps ascribing to the Coalition's plan for nuclear energy, author Gerard Henderson rates the ABC's coverage of its election debate. Plus, could Meta be forced to break-up its behemoth social media empire? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Arrogant Chris Bowen refuses to give answers, huge week of leaders’ debate on Sky, Trump tariff commentary. Plus, Sky News Media watch dog columnist Gerard Henderson joins the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A discussion on a scandal engulfing a famous Nine journalist, the media's reaction to the Donald Trump tariffs. Plus, Sky News Media Watch Dog Columnist Gerard Henderson unpacks the left-wing dominance of guests on one of the ABC's main programs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A look into how certain journalists are actively encouraging terror attacks on Tesla owners. Plus, Australian author Gerard Henderson picks apart some questionable moves by ABC management. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Left media fails to challenge Bowen’s spin, Malcolm Turnbull’s damaging intervention, meet the ABC’s new managing director. Plus, Trump press secretary clashes on tariffs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The media uses Cyclone Alfred to peddle climate change lies, the BBC's creditability is in tatters over a Gaza documentary. Plus, the Left targets a 13-year-old cancer survivor after Donald Trump's Congress address. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ABC should be ashamed of Lattouf saga, Marty Sheargold sacked by Triple M, Rachel Maddow takes aim at MSNBC bosses. Plus, Jess Bezos’ shock Washington Post change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Labor slammed over ‘Mediscare’ tactics, ABC investigates the rise in hate crime, AP barred from oval office, Washington Post can’t cope with reality. Plus, ABC can’t get the story straight on housing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sky News Australia's Media Watch Dog Columnist Gerard Henderson joins the show. Plus, how has the new White House Press Secretary getting along with journalists? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The ABC on trial over the Antoinette Lattouf saga. Plus, CBS attempts to make Kamala Harris sound coherent in a highly edited interview, and the media outraged over Donald Trump's executive order to ban transgender athletes from women's sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NSW Police Commissioner is under fire , police handling of terror plot criticised, ABC and SBS blasted for Auschwitz snub. Plus, the left reacts to Trump’s press secretary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Widespread criticism of California's leadership amid Los Angeles wildfires, MSNBC's wild conspiracy on Israel-Hamas hostage deal. Plus, the Australian's Gerard Henderson discusses a few issues at the ABC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A high-profile sacking at the Nine, chaotic reactions to US President Donald Trump. Plus, the Australian's Media Watch Dog columnist Gerard Henderson discusses egregious examples of biased ABC reporting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ABC gives platform to controversial reporter, Left slammed for assassination justification, Trump features on Time’s annual cover. Plus, Labor targets big tech with news tax. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This inconsistency was on display when President Joe Biden promised to not pardon his convicted tax criminal son Hunter Biden. Plus, the PM's latest assault on journalism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The crazy feud between ABC Chair Kim Williams and Joe Rogan, the post-election fallout continues to plague some of America's biggest news brands. Plus, Labor blames residents for power shortage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Celebrities flee the US after Donald Trump wins the presidential election. Plus, broadcaster Alan Jones faces a lengthy legal battle after being charged with 26 offences. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Guardian quits ‘X’ after US election result, Trump taps loyalists for key positions, Leftist media reactions to Trump victory. Plus, time ticking for Kevin Rudd as US ambassador. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A break down of how the media reacted to the US election. Plus ABC concedes it made "editing errors" which added in fake gunshots to a story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The US election descends into vicious barbs, Biden’s strange stunt causes headlines, The Washington Post fails to endorse Kamla Harris. Plus, Albanese in damage control over Qantas upgrades. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.