McKay Coppins

McKay Coppins, an Atlantic staff writer covering politics and culture, explores how sports betting exploded from a niche pastime into a force shaping sports, media, and public life. He gets into why betting hooks people so fast. They also examine ad-fueled league turnarounds, abusive fan behavior, prediction markets on war and elections, and the growing push for guardrails.

Diane Winston, a USC scholar of religion and media, joins McKay Coppins, an Atlantic writer and Mormon commentator, and Bridget Read, a New York Magazine features writer. They dig into Mormon influencers, why Mormon homemaking aesthetics took off online, the faith’s path into mainstream America, and how TV turns religious themes into pop culture drama.

McKay Coppins, a staff writer at The Atlantic known for his in-depth interviews with the Murdoch family, dives into the family’s intricate dynamics in this discussion. He reveals the sibling rivalry and political battles that threaten their media empire’s unity. Coppins also discusses the fallout from the infamous phone hacking scandal and how it impacted James Murdoch's career. Additionally, he draws fascinating connections between the Murdoch family's realities and the dramatized conflicts portrayed in HBO's 'Succession,' highlighting the enduring influence of their narrative on American media.

Anne Applebaum, an Atlantic staff writer focusing on democracy's threats, and political reporter McKay Coppins dive into the implications of a recent election that reshaped voter dynamics. They discuss the potential normalization of authoritarian impulses following Trump's victory. The conversation touches on demographic shifts among Latino and Black voters and the likelihood of electoral mandates affecting governance. They also explore challenges facing U.S. foreign policy amid rising autocracies and the pervasive issue of disinformation eroding public trust.

Jason Koebler, co-founder of 404 Media, discusses a powerful surveillance database aiding ICE in tracking and deporting individuals, raising concerns about civil liberties. Jason Leopold, an investigative reporter at Bloomberg, reveals the Trump administration's attempts to undermine FOIA processes, posing threats to government transparency. McKay Coppins from The Atlantic shares insights from his extensive interviews with the Murdoch family, exploring their fierce internal disputes and the influence of HBO's 'Succession' on their media empire's future.

McKay Coppins, Atlantic staff writer and Mormon, provides historical context on Mormonism in America. Bridget Reed, New York Magazine features writer, maps Mormon influence in pop culture and influencer commerce. They talk about Mormon women’s social media prominence, the Bachelorette controversy, historical assimilation, streaming’s role in niche religious media, and how religion appears in mainstream TV.

McKay Coppins, a staff writer at The Atlantic known for his deep dive into the Murdoch family saga, shares the gripping story of Rupert Murdoch's power struggle over his media empire. He walks us through the turbulent court battle sparked by Murdoch's decision to favor Lachlan over James, illuminating the fraught sibling dynamics and James's journey to reclaim his narrative. Coppins also delves into the ideological divides among the brothers during the Trump years and the emotional fallout of their estrangement, revealing a family caught in a dramatic legacy fight.

McKay Coppins, Atlantic staff writer who covers Senate strategy; Susan Glasser, New Yorker political analyst on Europe and China; Peter Baker, NYT White House correspondent. They discuss Trump urging allies to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. They debate allied reluctance after poor consultation. Conversation also covers oil price spikes, economic fallout, and the looming Senate fight over the Save Act.

McKay Coppins, author of "Romney: A Reckoning," provides an insider's view of Mitt Romney's political journey, revealing insights from unprecedented access to his emails and texts. He discusses Romney's disillusionment with the Senate, highlighting the moral struggles during impeachment. The conversation dives into Romney's fears for personal safety amid rising political extremism and his reflections on the January 6 Capitol riots. Coppins also explores the former senator's concerns about the Republican Party's shift toward authoritarianism and social media's impact on political discourse.

Zolan Kanno-Youngs, NYT White House correspondent; Ashley Parker, Atlantic staff writer; Leigh Ann Caldwell, Puck chief Washington correspondent; and McKay Coppins, Atlantic staff writer. They trace Stephen Miller's rise from Capitol Hill to the White House. Short scenes cover his early years, performative rhetoric versus conviction, alliances with Sessions, his reach across policy areas, and how he aims to reshape national identity.