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CZM Rewind: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
Behind the Bastards
The Provocative Persona of Morton Downey Jr.
The chapter delves into the controversial and confrontational personality of Morton Downey Jr. on his TV show, exploring his interactions with guests like Wally George and feminist lawyer Gloria Allred. It highlights the staged confrontations on the show, the appeal to a specific audience demographic, and the impact of Downey's bombastic character on promoting controversial debates.
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