Mixed Signals from Semafor Media

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Every Friday media reporter Max Tani and Semafor Editor-in-Chief Ben Smith pull back the curtain on the most important stories about media, revealing why you see and hear what you see and hear. Read more

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Rolling Stone scion on investing in ‘Track Star’ and the anti-algorithmic future of music media

02/13/2026 01:00:19Marketing pro Tariq Hassan on how McDonald’s embraced its Donald Trump drive-thru moment

02/06/2026 00:53:36 Heated Rivalry & 'Big C' Canadian Content, with Bell's Sean Cohan

01/30/2026 00:53:20Freakonomics’ Stephen Dubner on why long-form podcasting isn't dead yet

01/23/2026 00:52:47Undersecretary Sarah Rogers on free speech, Europe’s tech crackdown, and the internet she misses

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Mixed Signals from Semafor Media is a news commentary podcast by Semafor Podcasts. Airing weekly, Mixed Signals reveals how media intersects with politics, technology, and culture. Backed by Google, this podcast offers more than just discussions—it's an in-depth look at media's crucial role in shaping our daily experiences. One episode at a time, Nayeema Raza and Ben Smith discover the hidden layers of the media world. With their great experience in journalism and production, you feel like you're in an exclusive club. If you're fascinated by media or eager to understand the powers that drive our society, tune in.