The fall of one of the world’s most powerful newspapers
Thu Feb 05 2026
Yesterday, the Washington Post announced it would cut a third of its workforce in one of the most significant restructures in the newspaper's nearly 150 year history. The cuts eliminate entire departments, including sports and books coverage, and drastically reduce international reporting. Today, we're unpacking what happened, why one of America's most storied newspapers is in this position, and what it means for journalism.
Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Orla Maher
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Yesterday, the Washington Post announced it would cut a third of its workforce in one of the most significant restructures in the newspaper's nearly 150 year history. The cuts eliminate entire departments, including sports and books coverage, and drastically reduce international reporting. Today, we're unpacking what happened, why one of America's most storied newspapers is in this position, and what it means for journalism. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.