After Party with Emily Jashinsky 2025 “After Party” Year in Review: A Look Back at Some of Our Top Interviews and Favorite Moments
Dec 30, 2025
In this reflective discussion, Tucker Carlson shares insights on the immediate risks following the U.S. strike on Iran. Megyn Kelly offers a piercing analysis of Pam Bondi's shifting statements regarding Epstein. Matt Taibbi dives deep into the FBI and CIA investigations, revealing tensions surrounding key figures like Brennan and Comey. Mike Benz discusses alarming state surveillance practices disclosed in the 'Arctic Frost' revelations. Comedian Adam Carolla lightens the mood with hilarious backstage stories about Ellen DeGeneres, offering a candid look at Hollywood culture.
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Perfect Launch Timing Boosted Reach
- After Party launched June 23 and immediately hit news cycles by featuring Tucker Carlson as the first guest.
- Timing amplified the show's impact because major international events (Iran strikes) were unfolding then.
Tucker's Jolly Yet Influential Debut
- Tucker Carlson promoted ALP and shifted between jovial banter and serious analysis during his first interview.
- His influence with MAGA and the president made that debut electric for viewers.
Lawyerly Parsing Clarified Bondi Claims
- Megyn Kelly brought legal instincts to parse Pam Bondi's shifting statements on Epstein.
- Her analysis helped listeners untangle inconsistent public messaging.