Jonathan Mahler
Staff writer for The New York Times Magazine and longtime reporter on media ownership and the Murdoch family, offering analysis of media empires and political influence.
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Mar 4, 2026 • 25min
A New Media Empire
Lauren Hirsch, Wall Street reporter explaining the deal mechanics. Nicole Sperling, LA reporter decoding Hollywood and studio strategy. Jonathan Mahler, media writer analyzing ownership and political influence. They trace the Warner Bros. bidding drama, the $111 billion price and breakup fee, studio and streaming reactions, possible cost cuts and layoffs, and what scale could mean for media power and politics.
Aug 9, 2025 • 30min
Episode 256: Love in the Time of Content Creators—How Gen Z Ruined Wedding Proposals
Cazzie David, a columnist and author, dissects how Gen Z's influence has transformed marriage proposals into a spectacle often lacking sincerity. Andrew Lownie, a historian, sheds light on the tangled financial dealings of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, revealing shocking ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Jonathan Mahler, a journalist, reflects on the chaotic vibrancy of late 1980s New York City and its implications for the current political climate. Together, they explore the intersection of tradition and modernity in relationships and society.
Oct 15, 2025 • 48min
Jonathan Mahler: The Tabloids That Made The City That Made the Country
Jonathan Mahler, an author and journalist known for his insights on New York City's evolution, discusses his book on the tumultuous late '80s. He highlights how figures like Spike Lee and Al Sharpton rose to prominence amid a backdrop of crime and media sensationalism. Mahler emphasizes the role of tabloids in shaping politics and celebrity, as well as how incidents like the Howard Beach murder sparked significant social tension. Their conversation delves into the complex interplay between crime, public anxiety, and political theater in defining modern America.
