After Party with Emily Jashinsky — Episode Summary

Episode Title: Truth About MTG and Trump, Scott Jennings on Fighting CNN's Libs, PLUS Mamdani "Jihadist" Backstory
Date: November 25, 2025
Host: Emily Jashinsky (MK Media)
Special Guest: Scott Jennings (Host, The Scott Jennings Show; CNN Political Contributor; Author, A Revolution of Common Sense)

Episode Overview

This episode brings a wide-ranging conversation with Scott Jennings that weaves through national politics, the future of conservatism, the state of media debate, and recent headline-grabbing news. Emily and Scott dissect the existential stakes for Western civilization, the influence of Donald Trump, the state of media ecosystems, the double standards in press coverage, and the controversies swirling around Marjorie Taylor Greene, Thomas Massie, and Zahra Mamdani. Later, Emily provides an in-depth analysis of a high-profile New York Times article about immigration and identity theft, and discusses her own experience questioning Donald Trump at a recent Oval Office press availability.

Major Themes & Discussion Points

1. Scott Jennings: Why Trump Remains the Bulwark of the Right

[04:54–15:43]

• The Stakes for Western Civilization:

  • Jennings frames his new book as arguing not just for Trump, but for the survival of the West against forces—demographic, cultural, institutional—that threaten its foundations.
    • “We’re not just fighting about this bill or that regulation. There’s something larger going on. … It really could lead to the downfall of the West.” (Scott Jennings, 06:55)
  • He points to mass migration and the willingness of some Democratic candidates to be openly hostile, in his view, to “the American founding.”
  • Trump, Jennings claims, fights to win on substantive matters key to the future of Western values.

• Conservatism vs. ‘Uncommon Nonsense’:

  • With “uncommon nonsense,” Jennings labels what he sees as radical progressive ideas forced on the broader public.
    • “You look at the opposition, the liberal movement…and they take frequently the position that’s held by 5, 10, 15% of the country, and they try to ram it down your throat as though you just have to accept it.” (Scott Jennings, 09:23)

• Is Trump Unique or Replaceable?

  • Scott argues Trump is unique and irreplicable, but elements of his fighting spirit and strategic aggression are what future conservative leaders must carry forward.
    • “You cannot replicate this. However, it can be carried forward. … It’s really the spirit and the tactics of not allowing yourself to be sucked under by what official Washington can do to a Republican.” (Scott Jennings, 12:15–14:29)

2. Media, Debate, and the Information Ecosystem

[19:49–35:49]

• Battling Liberal Media ‘Siloes’ at CNN:

  • Jennings discusses his nightly experience on CNN panels, where he feels conservatives are often better informed, coming in prepared to defend against the dominant liberal narratives.
    • “Oftentimes…I find that conservatives are actually the best informed about what’s going on. … What I find on the left is that they marinate in this little blue Anon ecosystem…an incomplete picture.” (Scott Jennings, 21:45–22:50)
  • He describes the left as staying strictly on “talking points” out of fear of reprisal.

• Role and Power of X (Twitter) in Shaping Discourse:

  • “For millions of people who may not watch CNN, they’re actually watching CNN through these little clips. … Those little clips…have a huge impact on how people are viewing what’s going on right now in our politics.” (Scott Jennings, 27:23–30:19~)
  • Jennings notes the rapid spread and influence of TV debate clips and sees platforms like X as democratizing CNN’s content for new audiences.

• The Value of Televised Debates:

  • The show format—real-time, passionate, bipartisan debate—is held up as a public good missing from most modern media.
    • “This country was founded on political debates…People on the right relish debate. People on the left are growing increasingly illiberal, they don’t want debates.” (Scott Jennings, 34:09)

Notable Quotes

• “[On being outnumbered on panel shows] If I don’t have like six or seven people yelling at me at the same time, I don’t know how I’m gonna get through this.” (Scott Jennings, 05:13)
• “Why does CNN allow Scott Jennings to talk?" That’s not a good frame of mind for the liberal movement to be in.” (Scott Jennings, 34:09–35:49)

3. Taking on Controversies and Smears in Modern Politics

[39:15–47:40]

• Race-Baiting in Television Debates:

  • Jennings rebuffs attempts to frame debate as racist, emphasizing personal rapport and authenticity over identity attacks.
    • “‘You want to make it racial? Go ahead, but it’s ridiculous.’” (Scott Jennings, 39:53)

• Double Standards: Social Media Censorship and Disinformation

  • In a heated exchange with Kara Swisher, Jennings pushes back on liberal narratives about the Hunter Biden laptop story and tech censorship.
    • “When you use your government title and you use your intelligence bona fides…and credentials to flat out lie to the American people…It was one of the biggest lies told to get Joe Biden over the finish line.” (Scott Jennings, 44:11)
    • Swisher: “That’s politics to me, Scott.” (Kara Swisher, 44:03)

4. The Future of Marjorie Taylor Greene and GOP Dissent

[49:22–55:33]

• MTG’s Resignation Explained:

  • Jennings describes Trump’s behind-the-scenes role in ending Greene’s statewide ambitions in Georgia, and interprets her subsequent public attacks as a response to private political reality.
    • “[Trump] discreetly and privately transmitted [polling information]…showed her losing…by 20 points.” (Scott Jennings, 53:06)

• Party Loyalty and the Price of Dissent:

  • Politics is a “team sport,” argues Jennings.
    • “When you have a head coach, you got to run the play that the head coach wants to run…You just have to accept that when you’re in a political party and you aren’t the president, you aren’t necessarily the one who is setting the national agenda. He is.” (Scott Jennings, 55:33)

5. Deep-Dive: The NYT “Two Men, One Identity” Story

[62:20–76:50]

• Emily’s Critical Take:

  • Emily analyzes a New York Times article about a Minnesota man suffering due to identity theft by an illegal immigrant—one of a million such ongoing cases.
    • “There is no balance in this story. Perez Bravo was not fleeing violence. He wasn’t a legitimate asylum seeker. He was one of many people who broke the law…” (Emily, 62:20–...)

• Neglected Victims and Skewed Press Framing:

  • Emily criticizes the Times for equating the hardships of the perpetrator with the American victim, and for failing to cover the systemic scale of identity fraud affecting U.S. citizens.

    • “Talk about the process being the punishment. They did nothing wrong to deserve this. And the New York Times has the audacity to phrase this as just a fair and balanced human interest story. There is no balance in this story.” (Emily Jashinsky, 62:20–67:05)

6. Emily’s Press Question to Trump on “Jihadist” Label

[76:50–82:30]

• On Calling Zoran Mamdani a ‘Jihadist’:
  • Emily details her reasoning for pressing Trump on Elise Stefanik’s repeated use of “jihadist” to describe Mamdani.
    • “If you don’t actually think Zoram Mamdani is a violent threat himself, then don’t call him a jihadist. ...If it’s not accurate, it’s not helpful. ...If you are not describing the threat...accurately, you are misleading the people...” (Emily Jashinsky, 79:43–82:00)
  • Trump’s Answer:
    • “No, I don’t. But she’s out there campaigning, and you know, you say things sometimes in a campaign...But I don’t particularly...I think I met with a man who’s a very rational person.” (Donald Trump, 79:15)

Notable Timestamps

• Jennings on Trump as a Bulwark: 06:55–09:11
• Unique Nature of Trump and GOP Leadership: 11:53–14:29
• Media Panel Dynamics & Talking Points: 21:45–25:20
• The Power of Debate Clips on X: 27:23–30:19
• Role on TV as “Press Secretary for the People”: 31:06–33:14
• Media’s Illiberal Turn, Value of Debate: 34:09–35:49
• Jennings on Accusations of Racism on Live TV: 39:15–41:45
• Debating the Hunter Biden Laptop Story: 43:52–47:53
• Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Fallout with Trump: 49:55–54:51
• NYT Article Deep Dive—Identity Theft & Illegal Immigration: 62:20–76:50
• Emily’s Rationale for Questioning Trump (Mamdani 'Jihadist' Label): 76:50–82:30

Tone & Memorable Moments

• The tone is lively but combative; both Scott and Emily share a candid sense of humor and a willingness to air dirty laundry from both political and media circles.
• Jennings’ line: “I’m America’s favorite pundit for a reason. I’m the press secretary for the people.” (31:06)
• Emily’s forceful monologue dissecting NYT’s immigration reporting (62:20–76:50)—a showcase of independent media challenging mainstream narratives.
• Donald Trump’s nonchalant (and somewhat distancing) response when pressed about the “jihadist” label on Mamdani.

Conclusion

This episode offers an inside look at the intersection of high-stakes politics, conservative strategy, and legacy media coverage in 2025. Scott Jennings provides both insider Republican analysis and a defense of the need for robust, competitive debate—on TV and in politics. Emily’s incisive critiques and willingness to challenge both the right and the left set the episode apart, particularly in her sharp dissection of press double standards and her own approach to watchdog journalism.

Key Quote to Sum It Up:
“This man’s fighting the fight on all fronts, and he deserves a good, solid defense of it in this book and on television every single night.”
—Scott Jennings on Donald Trump (08:29)

For Listeners New to the Show:
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in both conservative media strategy and the current fault lines of U.S. politics. The detailed discussions, sharp exchanges, and behind-the-scenes media insights will keep politics and media junkies engaged throughout.

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