Murdoch's Succession Battle and the Fight for Fox News

The Rest Is Politics

Friday, 7 November 2025 - 8 minutes

What are the key differences between Murdoch's children, particularly Lachlan and James? How do the internal family conflicts of the Murdochs mirror the TV show Succession? What will Rupert Murdoch's legacy be?

Alastair is joined by two-time Rupert Murdoch biographer, Michael Wolff, to discuss all this and more.

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Written & Produced by: Nicole Maslen

Video Editor: Charlie Rodwell

Social Producer: Celine Charles

Filmed by: Charlie Rodwell

Senior Producer: Callum Hill

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