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The Megyn Kelly Show

Who Won the Chaos "Hot Mess" Debate, with Glenn Greenwald, Eliana Johnson, Michael Duncan, and Larry Elder | Ep. 637

Sep 28, 2023
Glenn Greenwald, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, joins Eliana Johnson, Editor-in-chief of The Washington Free Beacon, Michael Duncan, co-host of the Ruthless podcast, and Larry Elder, GOP 2024 candidate, to dissect the chaotic recent Republican debate. They discuss the missed opportunities for meaningful dialogue, the moderators' failures, and Ron DeSantis' notable improvements. Opinions on candidates' personas and Trump's influence on working-class voters are also explored, alongside commentary on social issues like mental health and media responsibility.
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Quick takeaways

  • The lackluster performance of some candidates and the poor moderation left a negative impression of the recent Republican primary debate.
  • Vivek Ramaswamy's shift in demeanor and call for policy-focused debates may be seen as inauthentic by viewers.

Deep dives

Disappointment and lack of control in the Republican primary debate

The podcast episode discusses the recent Republican primary debate, criticizing the moderators for their inability to control the candidates and maintain order. The lackluster performance of some candidates, including Chris Christie's attempt at humor by calling Donald Trump 'Donald Duck,' was deemed ineffective and off-putting. Glenn Greenwald and Meghan Kelly express their frustration with the debate, finding it uninteresting and annoying due to the constant interruptions and bickering among the candidates. The poor performance of the moderators and the absence of a proper closing of the debate also left a negative impression.

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