Failures of Elite Media, and Hypocrisy of Left on Mob Behavior, with Bari Weiss and Nellie Bowles | Ep. 788
May 10, 2024
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Nellie Bowles, author of "Morning After the Revolution," and Bari Weiss, founder of The Free Press, dive deep into the failures of elite media. They discuss the glaring omission of critical stories, like the Hunter Biden laptop, by major outlets. Highlighting the hypocrisy surrounding campus protests and the pain inflicted on workers at Columbia, they explore the dynamics of victimhood in elite spaces. They also reflect on their personal journeys, the challenges of modern parenting, and the urgent need for a reality-based media amid rising radicalism.
Selective accountability in activist movements exposes double standards and threatens marginalized groups.
Normalization of radical ideologies on college campuses poses a serious threat to societal harmony and safety.
Upholding constitutional values and protecting all communities equally under the law is crucial for a just society.
Addressing discrimination without succumbing to divisive identity politics is essential for promoting inclusive societal frameworks.
Deep dives
Columbia University Protests: Custodians Fear for Safety
Custodians at Columbia University, including Mario Torres, express fear and distress over being swarmed and barricaded by protesters on campus. Torres describes facing an angry mob and feeling trapped and threatened, highlighting the intimidating tactics used by the demonstrators. The situation has escalated to the point where custodians fear for their safety, with protesters showing no remorse for their actions.
Enforcement of Double Standards in the Activist Movement
The podcast reveals a stark enforcement of double standards within activist movements. While certain groups are held accountable for expressions of hate or violence, others are seemingly excused for similar behavior. The discrimination faced by individuals such as the Columbia custodians reflects the selective application of concern and support based on ideological affiliations.
Radical Ideologies on College Campuses
A dangerous trend of radicalism is observed on college campuses, where extreme ideologies such as advocating for violence and globalizing the Intifada are becoming normalized. Despite the superficial vibes seen amongst some participants, the underlying calls for armed revolution and anti-Semitic chants pose serious threats of unrest and discrimination.
Necessity of Upholding Constitutional Values
The discussion emphasizes the importance of upholding constitutional values and protecting all communities equally under the law. Instead of assimilating into divisive ideological camps, the focus is directed towards maintaining a society where legal protections and social norms safeguard the rights and safety of all individuals, including the Jewish community.
Barry Weiss's Stand against Discrimination
Barry Weiss advocates for addressing discrimination and threats faced by marginalized groups without succumbing to divisive identity politics. By highlighting instances of discrimination against the Jewish community and promoting adherence to legal and ethical standards, the conversation underscores the need for inclusive and just societal frameworks.
Issues with Anti-Semitic Incidents on College Campuses
Anti-Semitic incidents on college campuses raise concerns about the lack of immediate action from universities in response to threatening behavior. The podcast highlights a specific case at Columbia University where a student openly expressed violent fantasies towards Zionists, reflecting a broader problem of insufficient consequences for such actions until they gain public attention.
Challenges with College Choices and Political Biases
The podcast delves into the challenges faced by students and families when choosing colleges, particularly in navigating environments dominated by extreme political ideologies. It criticizes the environments at prestigious universities like Columbia for being biased towards leftist ideologies, suggesting that families should reconsider sending their children to such institutions.
Concerns about Society's Shift towards Extremism
The discussion extends to the growing societal shift towards extremism and ideological polarization, where individuals on the right and left increasingly align on anti-Semitic sentiments. The podcast raises concerns about the potential rise of anti-Semitism and anti-Israel sentiments within political factions, leading to further division and threats to fundamental American values.
Megyn Kelly is joined by Bari Weiss, founder and CEO of The Free Press, and Nellie Bowles, author of the new book "Morning After The Revolution," to talk about the New York Times proudly not covering important stories like the Hunter Biden laptop, the dumpster fire Slack channels at elite institutions, corporate media being "late to the party" giving independent media a two year window to cover interesting stories, the mob harming the janitors at Columbia University's Hamilton Hall, the privileged protesters pretending to be victims, the left hypocritically refusing to come to the defense of workers and condemning mob behavior, radicalism rising in America and Jews "not counting," protesters who go for the vibe, the insane anti-Israel letter from the National Lawyers Guild Columbia University chapter, the NYPD's mic drop response, where the hateful campus protest chaos goes next, the power of simply being "normal" in today's culture, the need for alternatives to the craziness and a reality-based media, the woke movement against what is "knowable," what happens next regarding support of Israel by the left and right, their marriage and parenthood, Bowles falling in love with Weiss while both were at the New York Times, how it taught her the true values of the left and legacy media, the push to join a cancel mob but the need to resist it, how "the gays have won," and more.
