The Megyn Kelly Show Megyn Kelly Details the Curious Case of Carlos Watson, and Shocking Downfall of the Disgraced Media Mogul | Ep. 969
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Dec 19, 2024 Dive into the dramatic downfall of Carlos Watson, a media mogul recently sentenced to nearly 10 years in prison. Discover the shocking impersonation scandal that led to his Ozy Media empire's collapse. Hear about Megyn's past interactions with Watson and his attempts to redefine his narrative amid severe legal challenges. The discussion touches on the intertwined themes of race and justice within the media landscape, revealing the profound implications of deceit in business. Unravel the complex nature of trust and betrayal as the saga unfolds.
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Megyn Kelly's Introduction to Carlos Watson
- Megyn Kelly initially discovered Carlos Watson through a booking request for his YouTube show.
- After researching Watson and his show's impressive guest list, Kelly agreed to appear.
Ozy Fest Invitation and Subsequent Scandal
- Watson invited Kelly to Ozy Fest, but his team became unresponsive leading up to the event.
- A New York Times article then exposed Watson's fraudulent activities.
Watson's Deception of Goldman Sachs
- Carlos Watson misrepresented Ozy Media's success to Goldman Sachs to secure funding.
- He used a fake YouTube executive impersonation to inflate viewership numbers.