About this episode
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was arrested in London, and now faces prosecution. On this week’s On the Media, a look at what Assange’s arrest may mean for press freedom. Plus, what the new image of a black hole tell us about the power of science in the face of a conspiracy theory minefield. And, a look at a new documentary about former Trump strategist Steve Bannon. 1. Bob [ @bobosphere ] opines about what Julian Assange's arrest means — and doesn't mean — for the future of press freedom. Listen . 2. Yale astronomy and physics professor Priyamvada Natarajan [ @SheerPriya ] finally gets a glimpse at what she's spent years theorizing about: a black hole. Listen . 3. New York Magazine's Madison Malone Kircher [ @4evrmalone ] on how YouTuber Logan Paul stokes the conspiracy flames. Listen . 4. New York Magazine's Max Read [ @max_read ] on how the Matrix's "red pill" idea has been so foundational for modern-day skeptics. Listen . 5. Alison Klayman [ @aliklay ], director of "The Brink," a new documentary about Steve Bannon, on what we can learn by looking at Bannon's role in our political and media world. Listen . On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today ( https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm ). Follow our show on Instagram , Twitter and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org.