

Rittenhouse Two Years Later, and Markle's Story Questioned, with Richie McGinniss and Maureen Callahan | Ep. 383
Aug 31, 2022
Richie McGinniss, an independent video journalist recognized for his coverage of protests, shares insights on the complexities of the Kyle Rittenhouse situation and how media narratives shape public perception. He reflects on the Kenosha riots and Tucker Carlson's leadership style at The Daily Caller. Joining him, Maureen Callahan, a critic-at-large for the New York Post, questions Meghan Markle's controversial claims about Nelson Mandela, highlighting themes of narcissism and media manipulation. Together, they dissect cultural and political tensions in today's media landscape.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
9/11 and Journalism
- Richie McGinniss's mom was scheduled for lung cancer surgery the day after 9/11.
- This personal experience combined with the Iraq War's media coverage shaped his journalistic path.
Political Shifts and Free Speech
- McGinniss describes a political shift where free speech, once a leftist ideal, now seems to be on the right.
- Traditional liberal newsrooms may lack the open atmosphere he experienced elsewhere.
Stitches and Open Newsrooms
- McGinniss recounts showing up for a Daily Caller interview with fresh stitches after a hockey game.
- He appreciated the newsroom's open atmosphere, contrasting it with the perceived lack of openness at NBC.