Scandal as Currency: Nuzzi's Rebranding of Journalistic Ethics

Resources

Books

• "American Canto" by Olivia Nuzzi - A book written by Olivia Nuzzi to tell her story following her firing from New York Magazine.
• "Hillbilly Elegy" by J.D. Vance - Mentioned as an example of a book that was considered profound and necessary, despite potential questions about its veracity.

Videos & Documentaries

• "The Thin Red Line" - The narration style of the grunts in this Terrence Malick film is compared to passages about wildfires in Olivia Nuzzi's book.

Research & Studies

• "Epstein Emails" - Mentioned as a catalyst for opening up conversations about journalistic ethics and practices.

Tools & Software

• Substack - A platform used by Ryan Lizza to publish his account of the situation with Olivia Nuzzi.

Articles & Papers

• "The New York Times profile" by Jacob Bernstein - A profile of Olivia Nuzzi that was published within three days of other significant media items related to her.
• "Vanity Fair excerpt of her new book American Canto" - An excerpt from Nuzzi's book published by Vanity Fair.
• "Ryan Lizza's music run in by her former fiance" - A piece by Ryan Lizza about Olivia Nuzzi, published on his Substack.
• "Mediaite article" by Kygo Hall - An article that hit the exact right point about Olivia Nuzzi's comeback strategy.
• "New Yorker article" by Vincent Cunningham - Used to describe Steph Curry's three-point shooting.
• "New Yorker article" by Nick Palm Garden - Discussed in relation to the Grateful Dead's lifespan.

People Mentioned

• Olivia Nuzzi - A journalist whose new book, "American Canto," and recent media coverage related to her personal life and career are the main topics of discussion.
• Ryan Lizza - A political reporter and former fiance of Olivia Nuzzi, who wrote a Substack post detailing his perspective on their relationship and its impact on their planned book.
• Jacob Bernstein - The author of the New York Times profile on Olivia Nuzzi.
• Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) - A politician with whom Olivia Nuzzi reportedly had an affair, which became a central point of discussion.
• Donald Trump - Referenced in relation to Nuzzi's past work and his current political standing.
• Joe Biden - Mentioned in relation to Nuzzi's past reporting.
• Mark Sanford - Identified by Ryan Lizza as the "famous politician" Olivia Nuzzi had an affair with.
• Corey Lewandowski - Mentioned as being in the same category of "political oddballs" as RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz.
• Dr. Oz - Mentioned as being in the same category of "political oddballs" as RFK Jr. and Corey Lewandowski.
• Michael Wolff - Mentioned as an example of a journalist who may not have leveled with his readers.
• Cara Swisher - Quoted in the Bernstein story for saying Olivia Nuzzi betrayed her audience.
• Joan Didion - Held up as a comparison for Olivia Nuzzi's literary aspirations and style.
• J.D. Vance - Mentioned in relation to "Hillbilly Elegy" and his political career.
• Cheryl Hines - Her memoir is mentioned as a reason for a delay in Olivia Nuzzi's book release.
• Stephen Miller - Mentioned in relation to his wife's podcast.
• Keith Olbermann - Mentioned in Ryan Lizza's Substack post as someone Olivia Nuzzi had a relationship with.
• David Remnick - Mentioned in relation to an incident where Olivia Nuzzi reportedly yelled at him.
• Jimmy Breslin - Referenced in discussions about Olivia Nuzzi's writing style.
• Tina Brown - Mentioned in relation to her running of The New Yorker.
• Susan Orlean - An author whose writing and career will be discussed in an upcoming episode, with her work being a source of inspiration for the hosts.
• The Grateful Dead - Mentioned in a New Yorker article.
• Cash Patel - Mentioned in relation to his girlfriend being referred to as a "country music sensation."
• Mike Kafka - Elevated to head coach of the New York Giants, prompting "Kafka jokes."
• Brian Daboll - Fired as head coach of the New York Giants.
• Marjorie Taylor Greene - Discussed for her recent political stances and the "strange new respect" she has garnered.
• Tom Bethell - Introduced the concept of "strange new respect" in an article for The American Spectator.
• Jack Shafer - Defined the concept of "strange new respect."
• Bill Crystal - Mentioned as an example of a former "trumper" or ex-Republican who has appeared on MSNBC.
• Charlie Kirk - His death is mentioned in relation to Marjorie Taylor Greene's apology for past online behavior.
• Dana Bash - CNN journalist whose questions to Marjorie Taylor Greene are highlighted.
• Brian Glenn - Mentioned for his tweets about Marjorie Taylor Greene and Donald Trump.

Organizations & Institutions

• The Daily Beast - Where one of the hosts worked with Jacob Bernstein.
• The New Republic - Where one of the hosts worked with Ryan Lizza.
• Politico - Ryan Lizza's former employer.
• New York Magazine - Olivia Nuzzi's former employer, where she was fired.
• Vanity Fair - Published an excerpt of Olivia Nuzzi's book and hired her as West Coast editor.
• The New York Times - Published a profile of Olivia Nuzzi by Jacob Bernstein.
• The Ringer - Where the podcast hosts work, mentioned in relation to a column about O.J. Simpson's death.
• IHG - Mentioned in relation to accumulating points at Kimpton hotels.
• Marriott - Mentioned in relation to accumulating points at hotels.
• The Washington Post - Mentioned in relation to its coverage.
• The New Yorker - Mentioned in relation to its coverage and a specific article.
• MSNBC - Mentioned in relation to its lineup of former Trump supporters.
• CNN - Mentioned in relation to Dana Bash's questions to Marjorie Taylor Greene.
• The American Spectator - Where Tom Bethell introduced the concept of "strange new respect."
• NFL Network - Where one of the hosts was at for broadcast boot camp on the day O.J. Simpson died.
• Walmart - Mentioned in relation to Degree deodorant.
• Target - Mentioned in relation to Degree deodorant.
• Spectrum Business - A sponsor of the podcast.

Websites & Online Resources

• Twitter - Mentioned as a platform where discussions about Olivia Nuzzi and Ryan Lizza have occurred.
• Substack - Ryan Lizza's platform for publishing his account of the situation.
• Amazon - The Amazon page for Olivia Nuzzi's book, "American Canto," was checked by a host.
• The Press Box Pod - The podcast's submission address for "overworked twitter joke of the week."

Other Resources

• Kimpton Hotel stationery - Used by Olivia Nuzzi to write a note to Ryan Lizza.
• Happy Egg - A sponsor of the podcast.
• Maybelline Sky High Mascara - A sponsor of the podcast.
• Degree Original Cool Rush - A sponsor of the podcast.
• Spectrum Business Internet - A sponsor of the podcast.