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OpenAI Acquires TBPN Podcast to Strengthen AI Narrative

4/9/2026

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OpenAI has acquired the Technology Business Programming Network (TBPN), a podcast hosted by John Coogan and Jordi Hays, for a sum in the low hundreds of millions.
The acquisition aims to bolster OpenAI's narrative amid scrutiny over AI's societal impacts.
TBPN has a niche audience, and the hosts promise editorial independence despite concerns about OpenAI's influence.
The hosts have strong ties to Silicon Valley and pledge constructive AI conversations.

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OpenAI has acquired the Technology Business Programming Network (TBPN), a podcast hosted by John Coogan and Jordi Hays, for a sum in the low hundreds of millions.
The acquisition aims to bolster OpenAI's narrative amid scrutiny over AI's societal impacts.
TBPN has a niche audience, and the hosts promise editorial independence despite concerns about OpenAI's influence.
The hosts have strong ties to Silicon Valley and pledge constructive AI conversations.