Sally Quinn

This discussion features Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon, alongside influential figures like Sally Quinn, a former Washington Post columnist; Tina Brown, accomplished media executive; Oliver Darcy, media commentator; and Amanda Katz, former opinion editor. They dive into the controversial editorial decisions at The Washington Post, particularly under Bezos's ownership, and the growing concern over journalistic integrity. The panel reflects on the exodus of talent and debates the challenges of maintaining accountability journalism in today's polarized media landscape.

Sally Quinn, veteran Washington journalist and famed hostess, reflects on decades in D.C. life and media. She recalls meeting Ben Bradlee, the shifting social scene of Georgetown, clashes around Clinton and Obama, Bezos’s Post era, and the decline of in-person Washington sociability. Conversation touches on spirituality, silent retreats, memorable characters, and how journalism and parties once bridged divides.