Late-night TV talk shows, Inflation as election issue

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We talk to a television reporter about changes in late-night television talk shows over the years. Then, a political scientist helps us better understand how inflation functions as an issue in the midterm elections.

Featured in this Show

  • The changing landscape of late-night television talk shows

    Late-night television was once at the forefront of popular culture. We check in on where the industry sits now and what could be its future in the streaming age.

  • How midterms candidates are using inflation as an election issue

    While politicians may not be responsible for causing or mitigating inflation, that’s not stopping midterms candidates from speaking about it during midterms campaigns. We talk about the different ways it’s being used, and how influential it could be.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Lorin Cox Producer
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • John Koblin Guest
  • Maurice Sheppard Guest

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