The Megyn Kelly Show

Cowardly Media, and Trump's 2024 Court Battles, with Bari Weiss, Arthur Aidala, Mark Eiglarsh, and Phil Houston | Ep. 687

Dec 15, 2023

Megyn Kelly discusses with Bari Weiss the shift of former liberals to conservatism after October 7, the opposition of many Black Americans towards Israel and Jews, and the decline of courage in the press. Attorneys Arthur Aidala and Mark Eiglarsh join to analyze court battles faced by Jack Smith and Donald Trump, including defamation thresholds and Mariah Carey's lawsuit. Former CIA agent Phil Houston enlightens the listeners about lies and 'tells' in Hunter Biden's recent comments. The podcast explores various topics such as obesity, anti-Semitism, DEI ideology, and media bias.

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Quick takeaways

The rise of anti-Semitism, both in America and globally, is a growing concern that needs media institutions to combat and mitigate its impact.

The effectiveness of medications like Ozempic in weight management highlights the importance of destigmatizing their use.

The erosion of trust in media organizations, exemplified by James Bennett's exposé on the New York Times, underscores the need to uphold core values like truth and impartiality.

Hunter Biden's non-specific denials and lack of addressing specific allegations raise questions about his financial involvement and investigations into his family.

Deep dives

Legal battle: Barry Weiss to argue appeal case of Harvey Weinstein

Barry Weiss, founder of the Free Press, will be arguing the appeal case of Harvey Weinstein before the Court of Appeals in New York. The case raises important legal issues regarding the admissibility of prior bad acts and the scope of cross-examination. The outcome of this case will not only impact Weinstein but also have broader implications for defendants throughout the state of New York. The high-profile nature of the case and the significance of the legal issues involved make it a significant milestone in Weiss' legal career.

Introduction

4min

The Shift in American Jewish Politics

11min

The Danger of the DEI Ideology

14min

The Tragic Story of Ideological Capture and the Destruction of Trust within The New York Times

8min

Media Bias and Ongoing Conflicts: Elections and Arrests

4min

Globalized Intifada and Rising Anti-Semitism

5min

Religious Freedom and Betrayal at a Prestigious Institution

5min

Farewell message, website promotion, and introduction to 'Kelly's Court'

1min

Legal Issues and Preparations for the Weinstein Case

20min

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Rico Statute, Miranda Rights, and Supreme Court Review

13min

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Controversial Prosecution, Limited Presidential Power, and Lawsuit Threat

4min

12.

Wrongly Accused Kansas City Chiefs Fan

4min

13.

Fact vs Opinion in Defamation Law

16min

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The Evolving Statements of Hunter Biden

6min

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Closing statements, Tom Brady, and upcoming episodes

2min

Megyn Kelly is joined by Bari Weiss, founder and CEO of the Free Press, to discuss former liberals becoming instantly "conservative" after October 7, what's behind so many Black Americans opposing Israel and Jews, James Bennet going public after being forced to resign as opinion editor from the New York Times in 2020, the cowardice of the New York Times and especially from the publisher, how the New York Times went from great journalism and curiosity to reflecting the elites’ views, the lack of courage in the press today, Oprah admitting her recent weight loss was from an Ozempic-type drug, the major problem of obesity in the U.S. and more. Then attorneys Arthur Aidala and Mark Eiglarsh join to discuss whether Jack Smith or former President Donald Trump has the best shot when the case comes before the Supreme Court, Jack Smith’s notable urgency in the D.C. trial of Trump, whether the young boy who was called racist by a sports writer has a case against Deadspin, the threshold for defamation, Mariah Carey sued for her famous Christmas song “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” and more. Then former CIA agent and deception expert Phil Houston joins to talk about how he noticed so many lies and "tells" in Hunter Biden's latest comments this week.

Weiss - https://www.thefp.com/

Aidala - https://omny.fm/shows/the-arthur-aidala-power-hour

Eiglarsh - https://www.eiglarshlaw.com/

Houston - https://www.qverity.com/

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