

Janice Dean on Cuomo, Ailes and Friendship | Ep. 24
Nov 13, 2020
Janice Dean, a Fox News meteorologist and author of "Mostly Sunny," shares her advocacy against Andrew Cuomo's COVID-19 handling, revealing the profound impact on nursing homes. She discusses the hurdles of working in a male-dominated media industry, the importance of accountability in leadership, and her experiences with workplace misconduct. Janice also reflects on the emotional toll of navigating fame, her friendship with Don Imus, and the complexities of aging in the public eye, making for a candid and insightful conversation.
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Meeting at the DMV
- Janice Dean and Megyn Kelly reminisce about meeting at the DMV.
- Kelly was changing her name after marriage and Dean jokingly remarked about her new name.
Early Encounters with Ailes
- Dean had two uncomfortable encounters with Roger Ailes, involving inappropriate comments and advances.
- During a hotel meeting, Ailes questioned her about her thoughts on him and her experience with phone sex, creating a bizarre and unprofessional atmosphere.
Mickey and Dee's Situation
- Dean's in-laws, Mickey and Dee, lived in a Brooklyn walk-up.
- They needed care, but resisted moving; then COVID hit.