The Hearst Family – The Newspaper Empire of the 20th Century | Documentary for Sleep

Enter the era when news shaped nations, media moguls ruled America, and one name dominated headlines: Hearst. The Hearst Family – The Newspaper Kings of the 20th Century uncovers the dynasty that built one of the most powerful media empires in history. From William Randolph Hearst’s sensational newspapers and political influence to the family’s vast fortune, controversies, and lasting impact on journalism, this documentary traces a legacy built on ambition, innovation, and bold manipulation of public opinion.

Explore how Hearst newspapers reshaped reporting with scandal-driven storytelling, how the family expanded into magazines, radio, television, and Hollywood, and how their empire influenced culture, elections, wars, and mass media itself. Behind the headlines lies a world of immense power, personal drama, and a media legacy that still shapes how we consume news today.

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00:00 From Frontier Roots to Mining Fortune: The Hearst Family’s Foundations
07:14 A Young Visionary Takes the Helm: William Randolph Hearst and the Examiner
14:14 War and Words: The Journal, Pulitzer, and the Path to Empire
21:25 Ambition and Politics: Seeking Power Beyond the Press
28:46 Castles, Films, and Stars: The Private World of William Randolph Hearst
40:54 Crisis at the Empire’s Zenith: The Great Depression and Financial Turmoil
50:20 Decline, Recovery, and the End of an Era
01:00:15 Scandal, Culture, and the Public Imagination
01:09:58 Continuity, Change, and the Modern Hearst Corporation
01:16:38 Lessons from the Dynasty: Power, Media, and Responsibility
01:22:59 Echoes in the Present: A Dynasty’s Enduring Shadow

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