Founded in 2017 by Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor, Crooked Media emerged as a fresh voice in political media. The idea sparked when these former Obama administration staffers saw a need for engaging political content that could inform and motivate young people. Frustrated with traditional media's approach to covering politics, they decided to create their own platform. Today, Crooked Media remains independently owned and operated by its founders. Based in Los Angeles, California, Crooked Media primarily focuses on political news and commentary. They cover a wide range of topics including national and international politics, social issues, and occasionally entertainment and pop culture as they intersect with politics. Their content spans multiple formats including podcasts, articles, videos, and live events. One interesting fact: A unique aspect of Crooked Media is its origin in podcasting. The company's flagship show, "Pod Save America," was an instant hit and helped establish podcasting as a major platform for political discourse, paving the way for the company's expansion into other media formats.