OTM has traveled the world exploring the nexus of media and society, reaching such far off places as Russia, China, and Egypt. But the center of American politics and power had been overlooked—until now. In a show first broadcast in May 2014, Bob travels to Washington, DC to investigate perception and reality, money and celebrity, and the evolving role of the media in the nation’s capital.
Palm Monday
Bob visits the iconic Palm Restaurant, where DC A-listers go to see and be seen, to meet his guide to all things Washington, Mark Leibovich,
The Powers That Used To Be
In DC, the new media landscape is shifting the power to influence from traditional media outlets to some unlikely players.
FRUSTRATION IN THE WHITE HOUSE PRESS CORPS
Bob goes to the White House to find out how the role of the press corps is changing under this media savvy administration.
HOLLYWOOD ON THE POTOMAC
Bob speaks with Grantland TV critic Andy Greenwald, and the creators of "Veep" and "House of Cards" about why Hollywood is shining a spotlight on DC.
Blurred Lines
In Washington, the lines are increasingly blurring between politicians, lobbyists and the media. Bob meets with the man known as the "doorman to the revolving door."
Watchdogs in Tuxedos
Bob ends his DC journey on the red carpet of the annual White House Correspondents Dinner, where journalists rub elbows with the very people they cover.
