Will Sommer

Is JFK Jr. still alive? Daily Show contributor and podcast host Jordan Klepper digs deep into this conspiracy theory that’s circulating at Trump rallies and the larger MAGA world. Where did this idea come from? Where is it going? Jordan sits down with journalist and author Will Sommer and political scientist and conspiracy theory expert Joseph Uscinski to trace the JFK Jr. myth back to its QAnon origins. Jordan Klepper Fingers The Conspiracy is a podcast from The Daily Show. Check out more episodes wherever you get your podcasts or YouTube.com/TheDailyShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Sommer, author of the False Flag newsletter, dives deep into the twisty tale of Michael Flynn, the former national security advisor turned conspiracy figure. Sommer reveals how Flynn became ensnared in the very MAGA conspiracies he once championed. The discussion touches on Flynn’s unsettling transformation post-indictment, his controversial ties to the January 6th insurrection, and the ironic backlash he now faces from the QAnon crowd. It’s a riveting exploration of conspiratorial dynamics and self-inflicted chaos.

Tim Miller welcomes Will Sommer, author of the False Flag Newsletter, who dives into the sensational drama involving Elon Musk and his various baby mamas. They discuss Ashley St. Clair's efforts to cover Musk's child support cuts by selling her Tesla. The conversation takes a turn into Musk's complex relationships with Grimes and his daughter Vivian Jenna Wilson, revealing how these personal feuds play out in the public eye. They even touch on the contradictions of parental responsibility within conservative values, all while maintaining a humorous tone.

Will Sommer, a media reporter for The Washington Post, joins to dissect a striking Goldman Sachs report indicating potential economic fallout if Trump returns to power. The conversation unveils the indictment of employees from Russian state media and reveals connections between right-wing influencers and Russian funding. They also critique the influence of foreign money on American media, exposing how it shapes narratives and politicians, along with the ethical dilemmas faced by conservative personalities entangled in this web.

Media reporter Will Sommer discusses the mystery of AI-generated articles and online reviews. He explores the impact of AI on writers, newsrooms, and the news industry, highlighting concerns about authenticity, quality, and lack of regulations. The podcast raises questions about the significance of AI in publishing and its potential to replace human staff.