Economist Podcasts When the son comes up: the Murdoch succession battle
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Sep 12, 2025 
Tom Wainwright, The Economist's media editor, and Ore Ogunbiyi, Africa correspondent, delve into the ramifications of Lachlan Murdoch taking the reins from Rupert Murdoch. They explore the complexities of media succession reminiscent of fictional dramas. Additionally, they highlight the alarming spread of kush in Sierra Leone, impacting youth and local communities. The discussion also touches on the legacy of style icon Giorgio Armani, known for his meticulous design and lasting influence in fashion.
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Digital Bets And Smart Investments
- Lachlan has made notable business bets like the early investment in REA Group and digital moves such as buying Tubi.
- These decisions show he can spot non-media growth and push digital experiments where Rupert was less active.
Stability Could Spark Big Deals
- Expect continuity in political direction and possible renewed dealmaking after the succession dispute settled.
- Lachlan may pursue combinations, studio deals, or a Fox-News Corp reunion amid industry consolidation.
Lives Destroyed By Kush In Freetown
- Inyema, a 25-year-old from Sierra Leone, is among many battling an epidemic of a cheap synthetic drug called Kush.
- The mayor of Freetown organised dedicated burial teams and mass burials since 2022 as deaths rose sharply.