While ‘Pod Save America’ Tries to Unite Democrats, Its Staff Rebels
Some employees feel their progressive ideals aren’t reflected in the workplace at one of the most prominent liberal media outlets
Hosts Jon Favreau, left, and Jon Lovett, center, with Erin Ryan, Mandela Barnes and Ben Wikler onstage during a live taping of Pod Save America.
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As one of the most influential media outlets for Democrats, the liberal podcast Pod Save America is trying to help listeners make sense of the chaotic US presidential election.
But at a pivotal moment in American politics, the divisions on display in the Democratic party are also playing out inside the progressive media powerhouse, pitting members of the young, idealistic staff against the more moderate hosts and founders of parent company Crooked Media.