The Moynihan Report How one man's videos put him in Andrew Tate's legal crosshairs | The Moynihan Report
Nov 12, 2025
Nathan Livingstone, an Australian filmmaker and online chronicler, shares his gripping journey from a forklift driver to confronting Andrew Tate's controversial narratives. He reveals how Tate's self-incriminating videos spurred his investigations, leading to a daunting defamation lawsuit he terms 'lawfare.' The discussion dives into the attraction of sensationalism in media, the danger posed by figures like Nick Fuentes, and the intellectual responsibility of platforming extremists. Nathan's insights shed light on the high stakes of exposing online extremism and the cultural implications involved.
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From Forklift Driver To Viral Filmmaker
- Nathan Livingstone started making videos after being fired as a forklift driver over COVID vaccine mandates in Melbourne.
- He used filmmaking skills to create bite-sized, shareable videos that exposed Andrew Tate and gained millions of views.
Video Trail Made Tate Vulnerable
- Andrew Tate left a years-long trail of incriminating video evidence that made him uniquely exposable online.
- Nathan capitalized on that footage to shift public narrative and diminish Tate's allure.
Sued In Florida As 'Lawfare' Tactic
- Tate filed a defamation suit in Florida naming Nathan and other content creators, framing it as a conspiracy to defame him.
- Nathan sees the case as 'lawfare' meant to punish via legal process rather than win on merits.
