Michael Moynihan

In this engaging dialogue, Michael C. Moynihan, co-host of the "Fifth Column" podcast and contributor to The Free Press, dives into the complexities of political narratives and historical figures. He defends Bill Buckley while dissecting horseshoe theory related to immigration. Moynihan critiques the pitfalls of cheap radicalism, reflects on the slippery slope of foreign policy obsessions, and questions the current understanding of nationalism. His insights into post-liberalism and neoconservatism provide a nuanced exploration of today's political landscape.

Kmele Foster, Michael Moynihan, and Matt Welch, co-hosts of The Fifth Column podcast, delve into the fallout from President Biden's pardons, highlighting his long history of political deception. They share chuckles over Kamala Harris's possibly tipsy campaign message and discuss intense criticisms from media figures. The trio also tackles the broader implications of Biden's decisions on global conflicts and reflects on the disillusionment with political promises, all while serving up sharp analysis with a side of humor.

Kmele Foster, Michael Moynihan, and Matt Welch, co-hosts of The Fifth Column podcast, dive into the bizarre antics surrounding Trump's upcoming address, including outrageous Democratic resistance tactics like Noisemakers and 'p' hats. They discuss pressing issues, such as the implications of tariffs on relationships with Canada and Mexico and the troubling Senate votes against protecting women's sports. The trio also tackles the emotional fallout from political events and critiques media narratives around Biden's cognitive state, all with their signature humor and insight.

Rep. Jamie Raskin, a key figure in the second impeachment of Donald Trump, joins former GOP communications director Tim Miller and Michael Moynihan from the podcast 'Fifth The Column.' They dive into the anxiety surrounding the upcoming election, tackling polling data and humorous political commentary. The trio dissects the challenges Democrats face in engaging undecided voters in a polarized landscape, and they explore the impact of Trump’s rhetoric on American democracy, all while mixing in sharp wit and insightful critiques of the current political climate.

Michael Moynihan, a journalist and co-host of The Fifth Column, dives into the implications of Trump's presidency on free speech and media narratives. He questions whether Trump's legal actions align with pro-free speech values and discusses the complexities surrounding the term 'fascism.' Moynihan also critiques identity politics and the disconnect between mainstream media and its audience. The conversation touches on political dynamics within minority communities and examines the rise of alternative media voices, revealing a nuanced perspective on contemporary political issues.

Megyn Kelly begins the show by discussing the horrific wildfires throughout Los Angeles, the lack of preparation by government leaders, how the LA fire chief was focusing on DEI and identity, and more. Then The Fifth Column hosts Kmele Foster, Michael Moynihan, and Matt Welch join to discuss the California mismanagement and subpar leadership that led to the wildfires devastation, ways this could have been mitigated, the leftists who dismiss LA wildfires damage because it only affects the rich, how un-American that point of view is, how it's absolutely false that the fires have only affected rich, the major news that Mark Zuckerberg is stopping Facebook censorship, his decision to adopt "Community Notes" like Elon Musk and X, how "fact checkers" are disappearing and free speech is winning, why the corporate media is panicking, if Trump is serious about buying Greenland and if Greenland is “MAGA,” whether he actually could use "military or economic coercion," surprising praise for the idea of buying Greenland from some, and more. Fifth Column- https://wethefifth.substack.com/ Birch Gold: Text MK to 989898 and get your free info kit on goldKars 4 Kids: Don't Wait! Call now 1-877-Kars4Kids or Donate online today at https://Kars4Kids.org/MKAncient Nutrition: Enjoy 25% off your first order at https://AncientNutrition.com/MEGYNTax Network USA: https://TNUSA.com/MEGYN 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

Guest Michael Moynihan explores elite institutions' fear of firing for insubordination or incompetence. They discuss anonymous actions, controversial op-eds, protesting against silencing opposing opinions, and the disconnect between progressivism and workers. They also touch on racism, extremism, accuracy in reporting, and the power of holding the line and riding out controversies.

Michael Moynihan, an insightful American journalist and co-host of The Fifth Column podcast, discusses the upcoming election's significance. He highlights the stark contrasts between democracy and authoritarianism and dives into voter demographics, particularly in Texas and California. The conversation probes foreign policy frustrations and critiques the current administration's leadership approach. Moynihan also addresses concerns about age and credibility in political figures while underscoring the disconnect between urban elites and rural voters as disillusionment rises.

Kmele Foster, Michael Moynihan, and Matt Welch from The Fifth Column join the discussion, along with political commentator Rich Lowry, writer Charles C.W. Cooke, and New York Post's Maureen Callahan. They dive into Trump's surprising election victory, revealing pollsters' failure to predict it. The conversation highlights shifting Latino support and critiques celebrity endorsements like Oprah's. Emotional media reactions and political analysis on the implications for Democrats and future strategies create a lively and insightful dialogue.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comMoynihan is one-third of The Fifth Column — the sharp, hilarious podcast he does with Kmele Foster and Matt Welch. He was previously the cultural news editor for The Daily Beast, a senior editor at Reason, and a correspondent and managing editor of Vice.It’s a fun summer chat with an old friend. We recorded the episode a few weeks ago, on July 24. For two clips — on the conspiracy theories of RFK Jr., and the deepening rift within the Israeli government — pop over to our YouTube page.Other topics: his Boston upbringing with a “union guy” father and being the first college grad in his family; on the agony of writing as a profession; on the “laziness” of many top writers; on flawless ones like Michael Lewis and John Updike; Moynihan’s review of a new book on Orwell; why Animal Farm was passed over by publishers; Orwell’s distrust of intellectuals and losing many friends on the left; his love of Englishness; wondering how he would react to mass migration and postmodernism; Kingsley Amis and his cohort being the original “lol alt-right”; Enoch Powell and his “Rivers of Blood”; the elections in Spain and the far-right party’s floundering; immigration in Sweden; Brexit; violence against Venezuelan immigrants in Brazil and Colombia; why Islamism is barely discussed anymore; Trump and DeSantis on Social Security; the debate over sex changes for kids; the success of the gay rights movement through persuasion; Brendan Eich; the propaganda around Covid; what Moynihan calls the “the Mis/Disinformation Industrial Complex”; lab leak; Elon Musk; the AIDS denialism of Duesberg and Maggiore; Holocaust deniers; Marty Peretz; Kissinger; Vidal; Hitch of course; Oppenheimer and McCarthyism; Alger Hiss and the Rosenbergs; Hollywood’s double-standard when it comes to pro-communist films; “Angels in America”; the big increase in black deaths after BLM in 2020; amnesia over Afghanistan; and the first time I ever did poppers. Good times.Browse the Dishcast archive for another conversation you might enjoy (the first 102 episodes are free in their entirety — subscribe to get everything else). Coming up: Vivek Ramaswamy on his vision for America, Sohrab Ahmari on his new book Tyranny Inc., and Freddie deBoer on his new book How Elites Ate the Social Justice Movement. Also, in the fall: Ian Buruma, David Brooks, Spencer Klavan, Leor Sapir, Martha Nussbaum, Pamela Paul and Matthew Crawford. A stellar roster! Please send any guest recs and pod dissent to dish@andrewsullivan.com.