Megyn's NYT Interview, WHCA Fires Unfunny Comedian From Dinner, and Newsom's Failed Shift, with Emily Jashinsky and Eliana Johnson | Ep. 1038

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Mar 31, 2025

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Eliana Johnson

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Emily Jashinsky

Emily Jashinsky, a DC correspondent for UnHerd, and Eliana Johnson, editor of the Washington Free Beacon, dive into Megyn Kelly's recent New York Times interview. They explore the corporate media's struggle to adapt to rising new media and debate journalistic integrity. The discussion touches on comedian Amber Ruffin's firing from the White House Correspondents Dinner for her comments on Trump. They also critique Gavin Newsom's half-hearted moderation stance and explore the media's portrayal of political accountability, weaving in humor and honesty throughout.

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ANECDOTE

NYT Interview Experience

Megyn Kelly accepted a New York Times interview invitation, despite her producer's concerns.
She details her experience at the NYT building and her interactions with Lulu Garcia-Navarro.

INSIGHT

Journalistic Ethics Debate

Megyn Kelly and Lulu Garcia-Navarro had differing views on journalism ethics.
Garcia-Navarro questioned Kelly's ability to remain objective after endorsing Donald Trump.

INSIGHT

Bias and Credibility

Megyn Kelly defends her journalistic integrity, stating that she asks tough questions and criticizes those she admires.
She argues that owning her bias enhances her credibility.

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Megyn Kelly begins the show by discussing her major New York Times "The Interview" podcast episode that aired over the weekend, reveals interesting behind-the-scenes details, gives her assessment on whether the Times was fair, and more. Then Emily Jashinsky, host of "Undercurrents" on UnHerd, and Eliana Johnson, editor of the Washington Free Beacon, join to discuss Megyn's “The Interview," why the corporate media is still confused about the rise of new media, what the legacy press doesn't get about bias and authenticity, why Megyn's able to stay true to herself and her beliefs while still being a journalist, the latest digs at Megyn from tech journalist and podcast host Kara Swisher, a never-before-shared personal story about their relationship, Swisher's nasty demeanor to so many in the marketplace, comedian Amber Ruffin fired from the White House Correspondents’ Dinner after she slams Trump and called supporters "murderers," Ruffin's ridiculous and offensive past comments, the false spin from the White House correspondents' association, Gavin Newsom’s insincere attempt to seem moderate with sights set on the 2028 presidential race, Newsom getting pressed on how out-of-touch he is still on the issue of "trans kids" in an interview with Bill Maher, and more.

Jashinsky- https://www.youtube.com/@undercurrentsunherd
Johnson- https://freebeacon.com/

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