Ted Turner
Mentioned in 10 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Media mogul and founder of Turner Broadcasting who disrupted traditional cable television through innovations like direct broadcast distribution and the creation of superstation TBS. He is frequently referenced in podcasts as a pivotal figure in sports media ownership (Atlanta Braves, TBS), entertainment business (WCW wrestling promotion), and as an example of how billionaires shape public narrative and culture. Podcasters discuss his business practices, competitive ventures, and personal motivations as case studies in media consolidation and industry transformation.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Macroaggressions · Mar 6, 2026
Flashback Friday | #448: The Impending Population Collapse
“Member of Population Institute advocating for population control”
Civics 101 · Mar 3, 2026
Are you really mad? What can you do about that?
“Media mogul who purchased MGM library and colorized classic films without artist consent in the 1980s”
Monday Morning Podcast · Feb 23, 2026
Team USA, Turmoil, Italy v. France | Monday Morning Podcast 2-23-26
“Media mogul cited as example of billionaire controlling narrative to divide public by politics”
Pivot · Feb 17, 2026
Jane Fonda on How to Turn Rage Into Hope: On with Kara Swisher
“Fonda's ex-husband whose business experience and personal transformation she references as model for change”
Cheeky Pint · Feb 12, 2026
Ben Thompson from Stratechery on AI ads, the end of SaaS, and the future of media
“Mentioned as disrupting cable TV bundle by enabling direct broadcast to towers”
The Right Time with Bomani Jones · Feb 9, 2026
Drake Maye disappoints in Super Bowl LX, Seahawks defense dominates, Bad Bunny's halftime show | 02.09
“Media mogul who purchased Atlanta Braves and TBS superstation, creating national fan base distribution”
Something to Wrestle with Bruce Prichard · Feb 6, 2026
Episode 500: Billionaire Ted
“WCW owner and Turner Broadcasting founder whose business practices, personal vendetta motivations, and merger activities were central to the episode's narrative.”
The MeatEater Podcast · Jan 19, 2026
Ep. 823: Restoring Alaska's Wild Buffalo
“Private landowner managing largest privately-owned bison herd in North America, representing commercial livestock model contrasting with wild restoration.”
The Daily · Dec 28, 2025
Sunday Special: The Best Movies of 2025
“Former owner of Atlanta Braves; ownership transferred to Time Warner during 1996 acquisition”
Ologies with Alie Ward · Nov 19, 2025
Bisonology (BUFFALO) Encore with various bisonologists
“Commercial bison rancher operating multiple properties and selling bison meat through Ted's Grill restaurants”