White Noise (The Morning Show)

"White Noise"
The Morning Show episode
Episode no.Season 3
Episode 3
Directed byThomas Carter
Written byJoshua Allen
Cinematography byTami Reiker
Editing byJ. Kathleen Gibson
Original release dateSeptember 20, 2023 (2023-09-20)
Running time53 minutes
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"White Noise" is the third episode of the third season of the American drama television series The Morning Show, inspired by Brian Stelter's 2013 book Top of the Morning. It is the 23rd overall episode of the series and was written by co-executive producer Joshua Allen, and directed by Thomas Carter. It was released on Apple TV+ on September 20, 2023.

The series follows the characters and culture behind a network broadcast morning news program, The Morning Show. After allegations of sexual misconduct, the male co-anchor of the program, Mitch Kessler, is forced off the show. It follows Mitch's co-host, Alex Levy, and a conservative reporter Bradley Jackson, who attracts the attention of the show's producers after a viral video. In the episode, the UBA leaks build tensions on set, as Cybil gets involved after a remark surfaces.

The episode received positive reviews from critics, who praised the themes and performances. For the episode, Nicole Beharie and Holland Taylor received nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards.