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“Was shocked that a recent guest blamed Hollywood Jews who ‘escaped pogroms’ for the rise of Trump and whitewashing Americas past. Casual antisemitism that received no pushback from Ben or Naema. Really disappointing.”
jjbjames90 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/13/24
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“Why don’t tech people do more interviews with mainstream media? Ben I know you know that much of the media has been fully discredited- with their TDS and their far left activism and their ridiculous obsession with racism and white supremacy. Wash Post, NBC, CNN, LAT, etc have morphed into Vice...”Read full review »
CredibleReviews via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/24
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“While there’s certainly some journalistic and analytical value provided by Semafor and their podcasts, their prominent corporate sponsorship (by companies like Chevron and Phillip Morris) has made me lose my trust in them to tell the truth and focus on the stories that actually matter. Please do...”Read full review »
supersyd2 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/01/24
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“Good show that’s entered my regular rotation. Nayeema’s rich person stories are ridiculous. Every episode she’ll casually drop an anecdote that makes her sound like Jack Donaghy or Tahani from The Good Place.”
BigAlF27 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/24
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“Love the way the topics are curated and the depth Ben brings with his experience covering campaign politics. It’s a great pairing. Nayeema provides the perfect balance, often highlighting cultural insights that don’t always make it into my newsfeed. Definitely worth checking out.”
Lindsnyc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/30/24
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“I overall think this is a great podcast and feel like it is differentiated from other media podcasts. In particular, I love the blindspots section—definitely helps me get out of my news bubble!”
KEF2019no via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/29/24
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“Topical, informative, and they always have interesting guests. Plus, I love Blindspots with Max Tani.”
narlyjark via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/28/24
“Ben and Nayeema bounce conversation off each other like old friends catching up. This podcast is easy listening and I feel like I take away a new view on topics I deeply follow that I would not have thought about before. The media is a strange place, born to make money but left for dead in its...”Read full review »
DannyH1496 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/27/24
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“If there were no other podcasts that addressed current events or interviewed people, then maybe. Ben Smith is interesting when he is being interviewed. I don’t think he shines as an interviewer. Personally don’t connect with Nayeema (this pod or her prior role with Kara). Never found the...”Read full review »
Ckpnut via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/24
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“Hello from Australia. I really enjoyed this podcast but no longer listening given Ben’s description of it as ‘Anti Australian’ in the Break Dancing segment, which was really disappointing commentary.”
Hywd123 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/19/24
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“Zach Woods has a show that is a wonderful parody of the dynamics of this podcast. The gist is this faux-thoughtful tone of voice and delivery being used to deliver inane and frankly dumb messages. In the Woods show ‘In The Know’ that leads to punchlines and absurdity. Here it just leads to a...”Read full review »
SlipperySnake321 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/24
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“Special kudos for the interview with Dr Fauci, I have listened to many of his interviews and this one was genuinely deep and helped us understand the man and his work as never before. The rest of the podcast was just as good.”
ShayKay2022 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/05/24
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“five stars cuz i recognize it’s free and i could have stopped listening (eventually i did) but these two lack all self awareness need a producer. tone is masturbatory”
incrediblemulc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/04/24
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“Chemistry is off, topics are forced. Trying to be too many things”
kd1236 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/02/24
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“Really like these two hosts and their dynamic. Have followed Nayeema since Kara Swisher days and Nayeema is a great interviewer (better than Kara)”
ClaireS1998 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/21/24
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“Fusing news with culture. Show feels fresh and not geriatric like our current political playing field. Only note is for more banter please!”
Ds23087 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/21/24
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“Can’t seem to get past the nasal fry voices of the hosts, especially Ms. Raza. She had the same issue when she worked with Kara Swisher and I was hoping for a speech therapist intervention prior to this new venture, but no such luck. (Think of the commercial with the guy getting coffee from the...”Read full review »
Lizzilou10 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/24
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“I can’t figure out why this pod exists. It feels like a pet project that doesn’t live up to the level of the hosts. Maybe it only matters if you’re in DC or NYC media and be damed with the rest of the world. I tried but it’s a waste of time.”
Geren Micol via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/24
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very funny and clever pod via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/09/24
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“…Who don’t take it all so seriously. Refreshing and smart. Great way to process media and politics like a normal person who balances between the seriousness of the topics with a good sense of humor.”
Dana Karina B via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/29/24
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“Why does this show exist? Unclear! What is it about? Unclear! Conspiracies? Gaza? UFOs????
Interviews with Maggie Haberman and Vivek Ramaswamy were amateur at best. But that is because Ben and Nayeema are not journalists. I am not sure what they are. Maybe that is a good question for the show...”Read full review »
#####mmm###### via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/21/24
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“It’s encouraging to see a show examining the media—long overdue given its role in shaping our understanding of the world. Ben and Nayeema are each terrific, and terrific together as co-hosts.”
Kirstan B via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/15/24
“Through three episodes I love the way these two hosts (an Max!) explain different stories and how they were covered, but I feel like the interviews are extraneous and less informative than hearing what Ben and Nayeema have to share as far as experience an analysis. Lose the interviews and make...”Read full review »
pods5evah via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/15/24
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“For anyone interested in the media biz, this is unlike any other show or podcast. It’s by media insiders who don’t give you the conventional wisdom or media line. It’s unfiltered and honest. And that is refreshing.”
ReedAlb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/24
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“You seemed to have started a conversation whilst your guest had not yet completed his answer to a question posed. Was that a technical issue or an expression of disdain for your quest’s views? Please clarify. Great show, second episode.
JLB”
nmomtwn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/24
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“Nayeema Raza always blends incisive commentary with current events. Big fan of the new show!”
Hubc1017 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/09/24
“This held so much promise since Semafor Media is stellar at reporting the underreported news but this horrible “how clever are we” talkfest is like overhearing college kids trying to outsmart each other at the back of a lecture. Unless this podcast offers something beyond dissecting the same...”Read full review »
Cat_Run_Run via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/09/24
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“Nayeema and the other guy’s interview with Vivek was a model for main stream media interviewers. Also, to Vivek, giving unsolicited career advice to an accomplished woman is very on brand. Never stop.”
Not that fit via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/09/24
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“In an age where reporting of the news can be so heavy, it’s refreshing to have a new concept that dives into weekly media stories through the lens of a refreshing media concept. Ben and Nayeema have great organic chemistry as hosts and are a joy to listen to. I especially like the end of each...”Read full review »
tandyrandy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/08/24
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“What a great combo! So glad they’re behind the mic together”
Kalebbn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/08/24
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“When the drums hit I’m jamming out! Great start to my weekend.”
alexmannix via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/08/24
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“I really enjoyed the dynamic between Ben and Nayeema, their conversation was pleasant to listen to. Most importantly, though, they did not accept false or inflammatory statements from their interview guest, Vivek Ramaswamy. They pushed back and explained the context of his misleading statements.”
Kbc610 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/08/24
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“Very cool - especially nomi what a mind!”
Alexis Lapelle via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/07/24
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“Ben Smith cares deeply about the future of journalism, the ethics of reporting, and a thoughtful and robust exchange of perspectives.
Mixed Signals will quickly become a must-listen, for anyone who wants to be challenged, thoughtfully informed and delightfully engaged.
I’m already looking...”Read full review »
Love for learning via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/05/24
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“I’ve been a fan of Nayeema’s and it’s great to see that she’s hosting her own show. How the media explains the world to us is a big and complex challenge and we’ll all be better for her efforts.”
farsidetraveler via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/24
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“Appreciate their insights at the intersection of new and “legacy” media. I look forward to hearing more, especially in this consequential year when responsible media matters like never before.”
the mindful girl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/24
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“Ben and Nayeema have a great rapport and the show has a promisingly heterodox perspective. Can’t wait to hear more.”
Alday22 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/02/24
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“I’ve followed Nayeema’s podcasts for some time and I love her chemistry with Ben. They are media insiders breaking down how the machine actually works. And their first episode brought levity to me in a chaotic news week.”
LedZG7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/01/24
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“What an excellent way to process the week’s news. Excellent and insightful conversations from some of the smartest in the media business.”
KMMX41 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/24
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“Smart hosts and interesting guests for their first episode. The hosts definitely held their own with the feisty (perhaps a tad bit arrogant) Vivek. And I loved the and interesting facts mixed with fun banter at the end during the “blindspots” segment.”
Planet First via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/24
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“It’s great to get a clear-eyed view of media during such an important year! Looking forward to more episodes”
Ace o' Spades via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/24
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“Incisive commentary and great interviews - love it!”
lemon_lyman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/24
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“Super smart and informative, and great energy between the hosts!”
brigittsbrigitte via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/24
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“This podcast makes me feel informed about the news without it feeling like a lecture. I love their candor and honest look at the media”
aes3xb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/24
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“Loved the chemistry and the insight the hosts provided!”
bigintangibles via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/31/24
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“My new favorite media podcast from the people behind my favorite media newsletter.”
Melvinnnnnnnnn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/24
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“Not what you expect from a media podcast. Unique insights and hot takes. Outstanding interviews!”
hunky media junky via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/24
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“Super informative and entertaining! Can’t wait to hear more!”
arpw414 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/24
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