Evan Shapiro and Geoff Bennett explore the future of media on 'Settle In'

PBS NewsHour
by Geoff Bennett
April 13, 2026
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Evan Shapiro and Geoff Bennett explored the future of the media industry on the podcast 'Settle In'.

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Geoff Bennett explored the future of media with Evan Shapiro on the PBS news podcast "Settle In." Shapiro, an award-winning producer who writes about the industry for his Substack "Media War and Peace," discussed the substantial turmoil currently facing the media industry. This conversation highlights ongoing challenges and potential shifts within the sector. The podcast segment offers insights from an industry veteran on how media is evolving.

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