

Secrets of Disgusting Media, and Explosive New Details About Blake Lively, with Billy Bush and Bryan Freedman | Ep. 977
34 snips Jan 7, 2025
Billy Bush, a renowned television personality and journalist, shares his unique upbringing as a member of the Bush family and reveals behind-the-scenes truths about NBC. He discusses the fallout from the infamous Trump tape and how it shaped his career. Entertainment lawyer Bryan Freedman dives into the explosive legal battle involving Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, alleging collusion and examining the implications of serious accusations in Hollywood. Their candid insights illuminate the dark side of media and celebrity culture.
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Silence Broken
- Billy Bush avoided discussing the Access Hollywood tape publicly for years after his NBC firing.
- He now feels the timing is right with the launch of his new show, "Hot Mics with Billy Bush."
No Investigation
- NBC never investigated the leak of the Access Hollywood tape, likely because they knew they were involved.
- Their priority was damaging Trump's election campaign, not journalistic integrity.
Oppenheim's Reaction
- Noah Oppenheim, then-president of NBC News, laughed when hearing the Access Hollywood tape before Bush's firing.
- Megyn Kelly criticizes Oppenheim, Lack, and other NBC hosts like Craig Melvin and Al Roker for their lack of character.