Sam Buckingham Jones

Sam Buckingham-Jones, an AFR media reporter who covers radio and broadcasting, breaks down the Kyle and Jackie O implosion. He traces how an on-air spat became corporate ASX news. He details the massive contract, why Melbourne launch failed, advertiser backlash and whether ARN can use the dispute to exit the deal.

Sam Buckingham-Jones, Media Reporter at The Australian Financial Review, dissects Lachlan Murdoch's monumental $5 billion settlement, securing control of the family’s media empire. He walks listeners through the tumultuous legal battles that shaped this outcome and the complex family dynamics within the Murdoch clan. Buckingham-Jones explores the implications for News Corp and Fox, the emotional toll on family relationships, and how these changes might influence the future of media under Lachlan's leadership.

Neil Chenoweth, a senior writer known for his keen insights into media dynamics, joins Sam Buckingham Jones, a savvy media and marketing reporter. They dissect the tense succession drama involving Lachlan Murdoch and the lingering influence of Rupert Murdoch. Legal battles are brewing among family members, with stakes high for News Corp's future. The discussion also unpacks the implications of dual-class shares and internal family conflicts on the profitability of major media outlets. It’s a rollercoaster of ambition, rivalry, and strategic maneuvering.