Federalist Radio Hour ’You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 176: Endless Epstein Drama
Nov 19, 2025
Explore the ramifications of the Epstein files and the ethical dilemmas of releasing uncorroborated information. Discover why young women are increasingly disinterested in marriage and the cultural shifts influencing this trend. Engage with critical debates on the role of journalism versus state responsibilities. Dive into movie reviews including 'The Big Short' and 'Michael Clayton,' highlighting their political themes. Also, hear insights on the importance of face-to-face conversations in combating online radicalization.
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Public Release Risks Reputation Damage
- Releasing uncorroborated investigative files publicly risks ruining reputations without due process.
- Mollie Hemingway warns the House's release of Epstein files sets a dangerous precedent for political weaponization.
Bad Optics Aren't Criminal Proof
- Emailing a convicted sex offender is not a crime and should not automatically imply guilt by association.
- David Harsanyi emphasizes many exposed figures look bad but aren’t being charged with crimes based solely on emails.
Larry Summers Email Example
- David cites an October 2, 2016 email where Larry Summers discussed Trump and Epstein referenced a Rothschild Harvard tour.
- This shows how salacious emails can tarnish reputations even without criminal conduct.