Reports of the death of print newspapers have been exaggerated. The Australian Financial Review is reporting that Nine Entertainment and News Corp are poised to sign a new contract to print newspapers across the country. The Murdochs are so bullish they’re launching a new paper! The California Post. Is there life in the old newshound yet? 

The Sydney Harbour Bridge protest drew the attention of Australian media but they covered it in very different ways. Why was it a "bloody disgrace" for some outlets and a "peaceful protest" elsewhere? 

Christian O'Connell’s breakfast show on Gold FM is launching nationally in 2026, ARN are claiming that makes it the first national commercial breakfast show. Meanwhile, Howard Stern’s contract in the US is coming to a close. Are we still in the age of the radio megastars? 

Guest: Chris Janz, CEO of Capital Brief and former chief digital and publishing officer at Nine

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