Pivot Tucker goes to Hungary, the Taliban take Afghanistan, and a Friend of Pivot on why Epstein couldn't have killed himself
Aug 17, 2021
Ben Smith, a journalist with the New York Times, shares insights on Afghanistan's tumultuous fall to the Taliban and its implications for news coverage. He highlights the challenges faced by the Biden administration in the aftermath. Joining him is Julie K. Brown, an award-winning investigative journalist famous for her work on the Epstein case. She discusses her revealing reporting, addressing the ethical dilemmas of media and justice. Together, they navigate the evolving landscape of both international affairs and the complexities of high-profile scandals.
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Rumble's Rise
- Rumble is a video-sharing site popular with conservatives.
- It offers an alternative to YouTube by not banning videos for medical misinformation, attracting figures like Tulsi Gabbard and Glenn Greenwald.
Telegram Usage
- Ben Smith uses Telegram to follow Mike Flynn's activities.
- He notes that Telegram primarily serves as a top-down communication platform.
Tucker's Hungarian Gambit
- Tucker Carlson's focus on Hungary's right-wing leader Viktor Orban is a calculated move.
- It's meant to provoke liberal media and promote a nationalist image, even though the reality in Hungary is more complex.
