The Megyn Kelly Show The Rise Of The Illiberal Left, with Christina Hoff Sommers, Desh Amila, and Curt Jaimungal | Ep. 137
Jul 30, 2021
Christina Hoff Sommers, a prominent writer and feminist philosopher, joins filmmakers Desh Amila and Curt Jaimungal to discuss the rise of the illiberal left. They tackle how this movement is reshaping feminism, addressing mental health narratives through the lens of high-profile athletes like Simone Biles. The conversation critiques political correctness in medicine and feminism while emphasizing the importance of empowerment over victimhood. They also delve into ideological clashes in academia and advocate for open dialogue in a polarized society.
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Biles vs. Osaka
- Megyn Kelly contrasts Simone Biles's mental health struggles with Naomi Osaka's actions.
- Kelly believes Osaka used social anxiety as a PR excuse to avoid press, unlike Biles.
Biles and Nassar
- Simone Biles, a victim of Larry Nassar's abuse, returned to the Olympics partly to keep the story alive.
- Kelly argues that Biles's past trauma and the setting of the Olympics likely contributed to her mental state.
Safetyism and Therapy Culture
- Christina Hoff Sommers agrees with Kelly's assessment of Simone Biles, acknowledging her human fallibility.
- Sommers points to the media's focus on safetyism, promoting a culture of therapy.
