

Michael Moynihan
Co-host of "The Fifth Column" podcast and host of "Two Ways, The Moynihan Report". Offers insightful analysis on current events.
Top 10 podcasts with Michael Moynihan
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Apr 2, 2025 • 1h 41min
Shocking New Biden Cognitive Decline Details, Elon's Future, and Cory's Long Speech, with The Fifth Column | Ep. 1040
Kmele Foster, Michael Moynihan, and Matt Welch, co-hosts of The Fifth Column, dive into revealing insights about President Biden's cognitive decline, including shocking anecdotes from his debate prep. They discuss the political chaos surrounding Biden's aides and how they concealed his struggles. The conversation shifts to Elon Musk's potential exit from the White House and his controversial influence on elections. Finally, they critique Cory Booker's lengthy Senate speech, drawing humorous parallels to political absurdities, all while navigating complex immigration issues.

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May 14, 2025 • 1h 41min
Biden Cognitive Cover-Up Exposed, Trump's Historic Peace Speech, and Diddy Trial Latest, with The Fifth Column | Ep. 1072
Joining the discussion are Michael Moynihan, a media and politics commentator for VICE, and Matt Welch, editor at Reason Magazine. They dive into the revelations surrounding Joe Biden’s cognitive decline and media complicity in downplaying it. Trump’s ambitious vision for a peaceful foreign policy takes center stage, critiquing past military interventions. The unsettling details emerging from the Diddy trial highlight a blend of sensationalism and serious allegations, leaving many questioning the nature of accountability in celebrity culture.

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Apr 30, 2025 • 1h 36min
Flood the Zone With German
Michael Moynihan, co-host of The Fifth Column and creator of The Moynihan Report, dives into the complexities of contemporary political discourse. He and Jonah Goldberg tackle provocative comparisons of Donald Trump to historical figures like Hitler and Chavistas. The two explore how media shapes perceptions of America abroad and the nuances of authoritarianism today. They also dissect the MAGA phenomenon as a personality cult and its implications for the Republican Party, along with voter disillusionment and the ever-shifting political landscape.

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Jul 11, 2023 • 1h 36min
Grandpa Joe's Cruelty, Kamala's Nonsense, and the Cocaine at the White House, with The Fifth Column Hosts | Ep. 585
Megyn Kelly is joined by Kmele Foster, Michael Moynihan, and Matt Welch, the hosts of "The Fifth Column" podcast, to talk about media covering for President Joe Biden refusing to acknowledge his granddaughter, how Hunter Biden relies on his father for money and connections, how Biden's “family man" image is being ruined by this story,the uproar over Robert F. Kennedy Jr's rise in the Democratic polls, breaking down the supposed RFK J "conspiracy theories" and details about the Martha Moxley murder case,Kamala Harris's recent comments about "culture," how her speeches are always nonsensical, whether Biden will get pushed out by the Democrats, whether we'll ever find out the truth about the White House cocaine, the depths of Hunter Biden's crack cocaine addiction, when the Donald Trump trials will likely be held, the bizarre controversy with NYC Mayor Eric Adams and a fake photo, the New York Times' report that male crop tops are a new fashion trend, Chris Cuomo's embarrassing "motivational" messages, and more. Then Megyn announces the launch of https://MegynKelly.com/!More from The Fifth Column: https://wethefifth.substack.com/Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at: https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow

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Mar 17, 2023 • 1h 36min
Jussie Smollett Attack Reenactment, How Stanford Employee’s Rape Allegations Became Lies, with the Fifth Column Hosts | Ep. 514
Michael Moynihan and Matt Welch, co-hosts of the insightful "Fifth Column" podcast, join to dissect the chaotic fallout from false rape allegations at Stanford University. They address the lack of media coverage on this pressing issue and delve into the bizarre reenactment of Jussie Smollett's staged attack by his brothers. The conversation also touches on controversial diversity initiatives in education and critiques Kamala Harris’s awkward moment at March Madness, all while weaving humor through serious political discourse.

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Apr 29, 2023 • 60min
Ep. #633: Elon Musk
This week features Elon Musk, the visionary behind SpaceX and Tesla, alongside political commentators Michael Moynihan and Constantine Kissin. They tackle the 'woke mind virus' and its impact on free speech, emphasizing the importance of platforms like Twitter for open discourse. Musk shares insights on managing media challenges and the complexities of information in today's landscape. The trio dives into immigrant perspectives on American culture, the nuances of ageism in politics, and the double standards faced by women leaders, all laced with humor and critical analysis.

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Apr 18, 2023 • 1h 36min
Disturbing Chicago Violence Excused by Politicians, and Media Salivates Over Fox News Trial, with the Fifth Column Hosts | Ep. 531
Kmele Foster, Michael Moynihan, and Matt Welch, hosts of The Fifth Column podcast, tackle pressing issues like the alarming crime wave in Chicago and its political repercussions. They dissect the implications of the Fox News-Dominion trial on press freedom and media credibility, revealing the disconnect between politicians' private and public views on Trump. The conversation also touches on the debate around transgender athletes in sports and the racial biases in media representations of gun violence, providing a critical lens on today's cultural dilemmas.

Aug 23, 2023 • 1h 35min
Vivek's 9/11 Spin, Trump's Arrest Theater, and Prigozhin Dies in Plane Crash, with The Fifth Column Hosts | Ep. 613
Vivek Ramaswamy, an American entrepreneur and political candidate, sparks debate with his controversial comments on 9/11. Joined by Kmele Foster and Michael Moynihan of "The Fifth Column," the trio discusses the growing conspiracy narratives in politics and how GOP voters might react to such remarks. They also delve into Trump's theatrical maneuvers around debates, the implications of Yevgeny Prigozhin's mysterious plane crash, and the challenges of younger political figures aiming for leadership in a polarized environment.

Oct 2, 2024 • 1h 59min
Walz's Debate Brain Freeze, New Emhoff Allegations, and Trump Spurns 60 Minutes, with The Fifth Column hosts | Ep. 904
In this engaging discussion, Kmele Foster, a partner at Freethink, Michael Moynihan of the Free Press, and Matt Welch from Reason tackle hot topics in current events. They analyze the media's bias around Doug Emhoff's abuse allegations and how this impacts public perception of masculinity. The trio also critiques Tim Walz's debate performance, exploring his gaffes and awkwardness on foreign policy. They dive into media manipulation, with an emphasis on the importance of honest discourse in today's political climate.

Sep 11, 2024 • 1h 42min
ABC's Bias, How Trump Could Have Played it, and Whether the Debate Sways Voters, with The Fifth Column Hosts | Ep. 885
Kmele Foster, a partner at Freethink and co-host of The Fifth Column, alongside fellow co-hosts Michael Moynihan and Matt Welch, dive into the contentious dynamics of a recent presidential debate. They critique ABC's biased moderation and discuss how it affected public trust in the media. The trio debates Trump's potential strategies against the bias, the lack of substance from Kamala Harris, and the intriguing impact of celebrity endorsements like Taylor Swift’s. Additionally, they explore voters' reactions and the disconnect between media narratives and public sentiment.