Summary
CBS News, led by editor-in-chief Bari Weiss, is adding new contributors, mainly podcasters and independent writers, to broaden its reach. These contributors are part of an effort to introduce new journalistic principles within the network. The changes aim to bring fresh and independent voices to CBS News while making it more culturally relevant.
Key Facts
- Bari Weiss is the editor-in-chief of CBS News.
- CBS appointed Weiss after buying her news startup, The Free Press.
- New contributors include podcasters, writers, and some existing Free Press contributors.
- Notable new contributors are Andrew Huberman, Peter Attia, and Niall Ferguson.
- Weiss's goal is to align CBS News with new journalistic principles.
- Some CBS staff members are concerned about changes affecting editorial independence.
- Changes include delaying a "60 Minutes" episode.
- Weiss will discuss her strategy with CBS staff in a town hall meeting.
