# The MAGA Mainstream Media & CBS Shake-Up Is Backfiring!

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Podcast: [The Don Lemon Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-don-lemon-show-6837790)
Published: 2026-06-23T16:00:00+00:00
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This morning, Don is joined by Oliver Darcy and Jon Passantino from Status to break down the latest shakeups in the media world. New ratings suggest CBS is struggling under its new leadership, raising big questions about what audiences actually want and whether chasing political favor comes at the expense of journalistic credibility. What does this mean for the future of mainstream media, the fight for independent journalism, and the next chapter for news? This episode is brought to you by Helix. Go to https://helixsleep.com/don for 20% off Sitewide and 25% off Luxe Mattresses and 30% off Elite Mattresses This episode is sponsored by Incogni. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can’t harm you if they can’t find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet This episode is brought to you by Lean. Visit https://TAKELEAN.com and enter LEMON for your 20% discount and free rush shipping This episode is sponsored by FFRF. Visit https://ffrf.us/don or text DON 511511 to join or learn more. Because freedom belongs to all of us. Text Fees May Apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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