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The Megyn Kelly Show is your home for open, honest and provocative conversations with the most interesting and important political, legal and cultural figures today. No BS. No agenda. And no fear.
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Apr 28, 2023 • 1h 33min
Fox News' Post-Tucker Existential Crisis, and Brave Young Women Speaking Out, with Buck Sexton, Payton McNabb, and more | Ep. 539
Buck Sexton, a conservative radio host, and Payton McNabb, a high school athlete advocating for women's sports, dive into the fallout from Tucker Carlson's exit and the resulting crisis at Fox News. They discuss audience shifts, late-night comedy's political slant, and President Biden's gaffes. McNabb shares her painful injury from a match against a transgender athlete and the push for fairness in sports. The podcast also features a young Irish activist who challenges gender ideology through her poem, inspiring others to speak out against societal norms.

Apr 27, 2023 • 1h 36min
Fox Ratings Crater Post-Tucker, and Lia Thomas Slams Women, with Allie Beth Stuckey, Melissa Francis, and Tatiana Siegel | Ep. 538
Melissa Francis, a former Fox News anchor, dives into the fallout from Tucker Carlson's firing and the network's drastic rating drop. Allie Beth Stuckey debates Lia Thomas's controversial statements on trans athletes, sparking conversations on feminism and societal norms. Tatiana Siegel discusses media scandals, including Don Lemon's firing and the consequences of workplace misconduct, shedding light on the ongoing reckoning in the media industry. The episode captures the tensions between traditional values and evolving gender politics in America.

Apr 26, 2023 • 1h 36min
Fox Goes to War with Tucker Carlson, and Fauci Pressed on His Lies, with Michael Brendan Dougherty and Noah Rothman | Ep. 537
Michael Brendan Dougherty, a Senior Writer at National Review known for his sharp political insights, and Noah Rothman, also a Senior Writer there, tackle the fallout from Tucker Carlson's exit from Fox News. They explore the network's attempts to damage his reputation and the toxic nature of cable news. The duo also dives into Dr. Fauci's shifting narratives on mask efficacy during COVID, the implications of Biden's age on politics, and Spielberg's regrets about editing guns out of E.T., all while critiquing media ethics and misinformation.

Apr 25, 2023 • 2h 5min
Tucker and Lemon Firing Fallout, and Dark Brandon Returns, with Victor Davis Hanson, Emily Jashinsky, Michael Moynihan, and Vivek Ramaswamy | Ep. 536
Tucker Carlson, former Fox News host, shares insights on his ongoing relationship with the network, revealing the peculiar dynamics of his departure. Victor Davis Hanson and Emily Jashinsky analyze the media's handling of controversial figures like Carlson and Don Lemon, scrutinizing audience reactions and corporate pressures. Vivek Ramaswamy discusses his confrontation with Lemon and highlights the fallout from cultural wokeness, using Bud Light as a case study. The conversation delves into the evolving political landscape and the need for authentic leadership.

Apr 24, 2023 • 1h 36min
Tucker Carlson Exits Fox News, Don Lemon Fired by CNN, with Glenn Beck, Glenn Greenwald, Rich Lowry, and Steve Krakauer | Ep. 535
Megyn Kelly chats with Glenn Beck, founder of Blaze Media, known for his passionate commentary; Glenn Greenwald, a Pulitzer-winning journalist scrutinizing media ethics; and Steve Krakauer, a media analyst and author. They dive into the shocking departures of Tucker Carlson from Fox News and Don Lemon from CNN, unpacking the potential fallout. Discussion includes Carlson's future in independent media, Lemon's tumultuous relationship with CNN, and how these shifts may reshape the media landscape. Expect lively insights on the evolving dynamics of news consumption!

Apr 21, 2023 • 1h 36min
Biden's Foreign Policy Failures, Rise of Woke Police, and the Value of Religion, with Niall Ferguson | Ep. 534
Niall Ferguson, a Scottish historian and senior fellow at Stanford's Hoover Institution, shares insights on Biden's re-election campaign and contrasts it with the Trump-DeSantis divide. He critiques the Biden administration's foreign policy decisions and discusses rising tensions with China over Taiwan. The conversation also touches on the chilling effects of 'woke police' on free speech, the importance of religion and spirituality in society, and the notable challenges of maintaining academic freedom in today's ideological climate.

Apr 20, 2023 • 1h 36min
RFK Announces Presidential Run, and Actress Compares Christians to Taliban, with Alex Berenson, Isabel Brown, and Will Witt | Ep. 533
In this discussion, journalist Alex Berenson shares insights on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s presidential run and media responses, shedding light on censorship and free speech. Isabel Brown and Will Witt join to voice opinions on Patti LuPone's controversial comparison of Christians to the Taliban, and the rising backlash against 'woke' ideologies. They dive into Gen Z's navigation of gender issues and societal changes, while also tackling topics like cultural debates over book bans and bathroom access for transgender individuals.

Apr 19, 2023 • 1h 30min
Trump vs. DeSantis Culture War, and Sorority Trans Pledge Lawsuit, with Jeffrey Lord, Michael Duncan, Viva Frei, and Vinnie Politan | Ep. 532
Join political strategist Jeffrey Lord, known for his keen conservative insights, and Michael Duncan, co-host of the "Ruthless Podcast," as they dissect the clash between Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis over cultural issues and political strategies. They delve into the implications of the Bud Light boycott and discuss a controversial ad targeting Trump. Legal experts Viva Frei and Vinnie Politan join to explore the Fox News-Dominion settlement and a perplexing lawsuit involving a sorority and trans inclusion, shedding light on the complex intersection of gender identity and legal ramifications.

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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.

Apr 17, 2023 • 1h 35min
Bud Light Backlash Grows, Mr. Beast Fallout, and Race Trumping Merit, with Michael Knowles and Heather Mac Donald | Ep. 530
Michael Knowles, a conservative commentator from The Daily Wire, dives into the Bud Light backlash over its marketing campaign, dissecting the corporate identity crisis. He discusses the fallout from Mr. Beast's co-star's transition and critiques the left's manipulation of language. Joining him is Heather Mac Donald, a fellow conservative commentator, who addresses the impact of prioritizing race over merit in college admissions and the controversial push to eliminate AP classes. Their candid conversation reveals the complexities of identity, meritocracy, and cultural accountability.


