The world’s most popular podcaster joined forces with the world’s richest man this week to explore ways to reinvent MSNBC if it were to be sold by its parent company.
X owner Elon Musk joked this week that he might buy the liberal news network, and “The Joe Rogan Experience” host Joe Rogan joined in, offering to replace the MSNBC anchor. Rachel Maddow on her show While adopting her signature look. .
Logan responded to Musk’s post by saying, “If I buy MSNBC, I want Rachel Maddow’s job.” “I will wear the same clothes and glasses and tell the same lies,” he wrote.
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Podcaster Joe Rogan and Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently joked about buying MSNBC and replacing host Rachel Maddow with Rogan. (Getty/AP)
Musk trolled the outlet Friday, sharing a post about reports that Comcast could sell MSNBC.
On Wednesday, Comcast officially announced: Splitting off several NBCUniversal cable networksIt’s a move that will dramatically shake up the legacy media landscape, as liberal cable outlets, including MSNBC, will no longer be affiliated with NBC News.
The billionaire added his own statement to the post, writing, “The most interesting outcome, especially the irony,” he wrote, poking fun at the idea of acquiring a liberal media outlet and turning it into a conservative media outlet.
Rogan commented on Musk’s new post with a proposal to replace Maddow at the new MSNBC. Owner X replied, “Deal.”
Some conservatives found this idea interesting and entertaining.
Comedian Tim Young said, “God let this happen.”
Conservative writer Jim Hanson said, “Can you imagine the level of grotesqueness on the left now? “They know Elon can do this on a whim.”
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Podcast host Joe Rogan has volunteered to replace MSNBC star Rachel Maddow on his show if Elon Musk buys his network. (fox)
Author Carol Ross referenced ABC’s liberal talk show.the view“She said in her comment.
“I would like to run for the position of a panelist on ‘The Normal View,’” she wrote.
MSNBC host of “The Rachel Maddow Show,” which airs most recently on the network on Mondays. signed a new contract To stay with the company for the foreseeable future. This comes as the network’s ratings, including those for her show in particular, have plummeted. President-elect Donald Trump I won it earlier this month.
Maddow, known for years for building her program around passionate criticism of Trump and pushing since-debunked theories linking him to Russia, has lost nearly half of her viewers since Trump’s victory. “The Rachel Maddow Show” lost 41% of its viewers after the election, averaging 1.4 million viewers. The situation is even worse in the advertisers-coveted Adults 25-54 demographic. Maddow averaged 236,000 in 2024, but since the election he has only 118,000, a 50% decline.
“MSNBC is being sold,” Musk said in another post Friday. Should I buy it? “I want to fire Rachel Maddow (for fun) and then turn it into a reporting channel,” he said, mulling over acquiring a progressive news network. Cable News reports X’s top stories every day!”
Musk took this idea further Sunday morning, posting a meme depicting him trying to fight the temptation to acquire MSNBC.
MSNBC did not respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
Fox News Digital’s Brian Flood and Joseph Wulfsohn contributed to this report.
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**Do you think Elon Musk’s suggestion is a serious proposal or just a way to generate attention? Why?** This encourages the audience to analyze Musk’s motivations and consider the context of his statement.
## World-Today News Interview: Elon Musk & Joe Rogan’s Hypothetical MSNBC Takeover
**Host:** Welcome back to World Today News. Today, we’re diving into the unexpected buzz surroundingElon Musk and Joe Rogan’s hypothetical takeover of MSNBC. Joining me today are media analyst, Sarah Jennings, and political commentator, Michael Rodriguez.
**Section 1: The Musk-Rogan Power Duo & Political Satire**
* **Host:** Sarah, Elon Musk’s comedic proposal took the internet by storm. Do you see this as a genuine possibility or simply satirical banter?
* **Jennings:** It’s certainly hard to decipher Musk’s intentions. He’s known for his provocative nature and penchant for shaking things up. While a full-fledged takeover seems unlikely, the conversation itself highlights the growing discontent with traditional media and the increasing influence of social media personalities.
* **Host:** Michael, Musk and Rogan both cater to audiences often described as politically conservative. How might a network like MSNBC change under their ownership, and what are the potential implications?
**Section 2: MSNBC’s Future and the State of Cable News**
* **Host:** Michael, MSNBC has experienced a decline in ratings in recent years, particularly after the 2016 election. Do you think a change in ownership, regardless of who it may be, is necessary for its survival?
* **Rodriguez:** The media landscape is evolving rapidly, and cable news networks are struggling to adapt. Ratings declines are not solely attributed to political leanings, but also to changing viewing habits and the rise of alternative news sources.
* **Host:** Sarah, some conservatives celebrate the idea of Musk “taking down” a liberal network. Do you see this attitude as indicative of a larger polarization in media consumption?
**Section 3: The Ethical Considerations and Challenges of Media Ownership**
* **Host:** Michael, there’s been debate about the influence of billionaires in media ownership. How does the Musk-Rogan scenario fit into this larger conversation?
* **Rodriguez:** This scenario raises serious questions about the concentration of media power and the potential for partisan bias. It’s crucial to have a diverse range of voices and perspectives in the media.
* **Host:** Sarah, what are the ethical considerations regarding the hypothetical firing of Rachel Maddow, as suggested by Musk?
* **Jennings:** Such a move would undoubtedly be controversial and raise concerns about freedom of speech and journalistic integrity. It highlights the delicate balance between business decisions and responsible journalism.
**Section 4: Looking Ahead: The Future of News and Its Influence**
* **Host:** Sarah, how do you think this type of public speculation about a major media takeover impacts public trust in news sources?
* **Jennings:** It feeds into a growing sense of cynicism and distrust towards traditional media institutions.
* **Host:** Michael, do you envision scenarios where more unconventional figures, like Musk and Rogan, enter the media landscape?
* **Rodriguez:** As social media continues to blur the lines between entertainment and news, it’s conceivable that we’ll see more non-traditional actors entering the field. The key question is whether they will uphold journalistic ethics and standards.
**Host**: Thank you both for this insightful discussion. This potential scenario certainly raises numerous questions about the future of news and media ownership in our increasingly polarized world.
