
The Young Turks
TYT: A progressive American news commentary show on YouTube, covering politics, lifestyle, and more.

TYT: A progressive American news commentary show on YouTube, covering politics, lifestyle, and more.
The Young Turks (TYT) is an American progressive news commentary show founded by Cenk Uygur, Ben Mankiewicz, and Dave Koller. Launched on YouTube, TYT serves as the flagship program of the TYT Network, which includes various web series focusing on news and current events. The show covers a wide range of topics including politics, lifestyle, pop culture, science, and sports, aiming to provide an alternative perspective to mainstream media. Its core mission is to inform and engage viewers with progressive viewpoints and in-depth analysis.
Notable figures associated with TYT include co-founders Cenk Uygur and Ben Mankiewicz, as well as Ana Kasparian, who serves as a prominent host and executive producer. The network has garnered significant attention and influence, boasting millions of subscribers and billions of views on YouTube. TYT has been recognized for its impactful journalism and has played a role in shaping public discourse on various social and political issues. Through its digital-first approach, TYT has successfully created a robust platform for progressive voices in the media landscape.
Companies similar to The Young Turks include ThisWeekIn, Daily Wire, Daily Kos and NowThis.
The Young Turks was founded in 2002.
The Young Turks' headquarters is located in Los Angeles, CA, US.
The Young Turks' most recent funding round was for $20M (USD) in August 2017.
As of Aug 8, 2017, The Young Turks has disclosed funding of $26M (USD). Undisclosed round amounts are excluded.
The Young Turks has 30 employees as of Feb 5, 2024.
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