After Party with Emily Jashinsky Useless “The View,” and Dangers of ChatGPT "Erotica," with Walter Kirn, and Tragedy of the Kardashians
Oct 16, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Walter Kirn, an insightful author and journalist, critiques the disinterest in the government shutdown and the chaotic dynamics on 'The View.' He raises alarms about ChatGPT's potential to endorse adult erotica and its implications for AI in journalism. Walter reminisces about the golden age of late-night comedy and shared cultural moments, before Emily Jashinsky dissects Kim Kardashian's recent podcast, revealing the fragile foundation of her lifestyle. It's a captivating blend of politics, culture, and media analysis.
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Affordability Over Culture Wars
- Zohran Mamdani's Fox News appearance showed pragmatic messaging that centers affordability over culture-war distractions.
- Emily argues that this cross-audience, practical focus can broaden left-wing populism's appeal beyond coastal elites.
Shutdown Coverage Is A Political Scoreboard
- Walter Kirn argues legacy outlets downplay the government shutdown because there are no clear political points to score.
- He suggests media silence can reflect strategic avoidance rather than lack of importance.
Morning TV's Echo Chamber Problem
- Walter criticizes The View's tone and performative expertise, saying hosts repeat narrow party-aligned views.
- He sees their format as condescending and ideologically confined, not a platform for genuine expertise.
