Stephen Colbert Clashes with CBS Over Interview

Stephen Colbert has reportedly clashed with CBS after the network pulled his interview with Democrat James Talarico, leading to a tumultuous week for the broadcaster.

20 Feb, 01:46 — 20 Feb, 14:52

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AI-generated comparison of how 2 sources cover this story

Both FRANCE 24 and The Wall Street Journal report on Stephen Colbert's clash with CBS regarding an interview, with the FCC being a central concern. While both agree on the core conflict, FRANCE 24 details the specific interviewee and CBS's reasoning, whereas The Wall Street Journal highlights Colbert's proactive stance against the FCC and CBS over equal-time rules. The coverage is largely aligned on the existence of a conflict but diverges on the specific framing of the underlying issue and Colbert's agency.

What sources agree on

Stephen Colbert is in a conflict with CBS.
The conflict involves an interview that was pulled or disputed.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is a factor in the dispute.

Where they diverge

The primary focus of the conflict and Colbert's role.

FRANCE 24

CBS pulled Stephen Colbert's interview with James Talarico due to worries about the Federal Communications Commission.

The Wall Street Journal

Colbert is slamming the FCC and CBS, priming for a fight over Equal-Time Rules.

Notable gaps

The identity of the interviewee.

Covered by FRANCE 24 · Not in The Wall Street Journal

The specific FCC regulations involved.

Covered by The Wall Street Journal · Not in FRANCE 24

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Coverage Timeline

wsj20 Feb, 01:46First to report

Colbert Slams FCC and CBS, Priming for Fight Over Equal-Time Rules - The Wall Street Journal

France 2420 Feb, 14:52

Stephen Colbert clashes with CBS over James Talarico interview

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France 242h ago

Stephen Colbert clashes with CBS over James Talarico interview

FRANCE 24's media show "Scoop" looks at CBS's tumultuous week. Stephen Colbert said his employer pulled his interview with popular Democrat James Talarico because it was worried about the Federal Communications Commission rule about equal time. Meanwhile Anderson Cooper announced he was stepping away from “60 Minutes” after nearly two decades. Our guest is Alex Weprin from The Hollywood Reporter.

By William HILDERBRANDT

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wsj15h ago

Colbert Slams FCC and CBS, Priming for Fight Over Equal-Time Rules - The Wall Street Journal

Colbert Slams FCC and CBS, Priming for Fight Over Equal-Time Rules The Wall Street Journal

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Stephen Colbert Clashes with CBS Over Interview

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Notable gaps

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Coverage Timeline

Colbert Slams FCC and CBS, Priming for Fight Over Equal-Time Rules - The Wall Street Journal

Stephen Colbert clashes with CBS over James Talarico interview

Read at source (2 outlets)

Stephen Colbert clashes with CBS over James Talarico interview

Colbert Slams FCC and CBS, Priming for Fight Over Equal-Time Rules - The Wall Street Journal

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