Aussie host to leave show ‘immediately’ after controversial podcast, multimillion dollar contract axed

Karl Stefanovic abruptly left his hosting gig on a popular Aussie show after a controversial podcast sparked backlash. His multimillion-dollar contract was terminated by the network, but he announced in a video that he now feels "free, truly independent" to focus on his podcast series, The Karl Stefanovic Show. This move suggests a significant shift in his media career, raising questions about the impact of social media influence on traditional broadcasting. The fallout highlights the growing tension between conventional media and independent content creators.