Status is the definitive nightly briefing that cuts through the noise to inform readers about what is really happening in the corridors of media power.
Jun 21, 2025
As more big name journalists flee established newsrooms in search of freedom and subscription dollars on Substack, they’re discovering that independence comes with hustle and no promise of success.
Jun 19, 2025
Incoming parent company boss Gunnar Wiedenfels says he’s “excited for the future” of CNN as it prepares to be spun out of Warner Bros. Discovery—inside the network, the mood is quite different.
Jun 18, 2025
Adam O’Neal had a rocky run at The Dispatch as executive editor, Status has learned—now his brief stint at the conservative outlet raises fresh questions as he takes the reins of The Post’s embattled opinion section.
Jun 17, 2025
What was supposed to be a joyful reunion with old friends turned into a nightmare the moment a former student journalist stepped off his flight at LAX.
Jun 16, 2025
Tucker Carlson’s fiery attacks on Fox News and pro-Israel MAGA Media figures have exposed a rare and consequential rift within the far-right ecosystem.
Jun 15, 2025
Bill Carter breaks down the uncertain future of late-night television, the Trump effect on comedy, and offered some candid advice for Shari Redstone.
Jun 12, 2025
In a Q&A with Status, Marc Elias warned of escalating threats to press freedom, called out those who have capitulated to Donald Trump, and explained how he is building Democracy Docket into a pro-democracy newsroom.
Jun 11, 2025
Christiane Amanpour talks to Status about press freedom in Gaza, MAGA figures like Tucker Carlson embracing Russian propaganda, and why journalism must choose truth over neutrality.
Jun 10, 2025
Feed Me’s Emily Sundberg talks to Status about what it takes to be successful as an independent journalist—and how legacy news outlets are learning from the creator economy.
Jun 9, 2025
Nicolle Wallace reflects on covering Donald Trump without growing numb, MSNBC’s evolution, and why chasing the MAGA audience is a losing game.
Jun 8, 2025
In a Q&A with Status, Casey Bloys discussed the pivot back to HBO Max, defended the new "White Lotus" score, teased what’s next for "The Pitt," and shared where he draws the line on A.I. in entertainment.
Jun 7, 2025
Kash Patel and Pam Bondi fed MAGA’s Epstein obsession. Now it’s devouring them.