Undercurrents Canceled MSNBC host Joy Reid doubles down on dishonest coverage
Feb 25, 2025
The podcast dives into Joy Reid's emotional reaction to her show being canceled, revealing the tumultuous journey of media personalities. It tackles MSNBC's credibility crisis, urging a rethink of narrative choices and the implications of misinformation. The discussion emphasizes the erosion of public trust in media, particularly during the Trump era. As the conversation unfolds, the evolving media landscape is scrutinized, hinting at possible shifts in Reid's future coverage, especially regarding Palestine.
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Joy Reid's Show Cancellation
- Emily Jashinsky discusses Joy Reid's reaction to MSNBC canceling her show, "The Readout."
- Reid's firing was leaked before her team knew, adding to the emotional impact.
MSNBC's Credibility Issue
- Jashinsky criticizes Reid's lack of credibility, citing a CNN headline about her "credibility problem."
- She highlights Reid's past homophobic blog posts and false claims about Trump's Russia connections.
The Hacking Claim
- Joy Reid falsely claimed her blog was hacked to explain homophobic content.
- Despite this, she continued hosting a primetime show on MSNBC for years.