
The Comedy Cellar: Live from the Table Live From The Table: Josh Hammer on Megyn, Candace, and the Spread of Conspiracy Theories
Jan 6, 2026
Joining the discussion is Josh Hammer, a prominent conservative commentator and lawyer recognized for his insights on Israel and Western civilization. He tackles the fallout from the Ben Shapiro speech, the motivations behind Megyn Kelly's commentary, and the growing influence of Candace Owens. Hammer analyzes how conspiracy theories are fueled by events like Russiagate and the pandemic, debates the implications of featuring controversial figures, and offers strategies to combat conspiracism, emphasizing the dangers of unchecked narratives and social media amplification.
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Conspiracies Escalate On The Right
- Josh Hammer says conspiracy-driven rhetoric has intensified among right-wing media personalities like Candace Owens and Tucker Carlson.
- He frames this as a broader degradation of truth that often culminates in anti-Jewish conspiracies.
Don't Cover For Your Own Side
- Noam Dworman urges people to avoid excusing conspiratorial friends and call out falsehoods even from allies.
- He says tolerating conspiracy on your side enables anti-Semitic outcomes later on.
Erosion Of Institutional Trust Fueled Conspiracies
- Hammer traces current conspiracism to institutional failures since 2016, citing Russia-collusion and the 2020 election disputes.
- He argues these events eroded trust in elites and institutions, creating fertile ground for conspiracy thinking.



