Podcast Summary: The Five – "Poor Kamala"

Episode Details:

• Title: Poor Kamala
• Host/Authors: FOX News Podcasts
• Release Date: August 1, 2025
• Description: The hot topics that have everyone talking from the five voices that will have everyone listening. Don't miss 'The Five' as they discuss, debate and at times debunk the hot news stories, controversies, and issues of the day.

1. Kamala Harris' Post-Election Interview

Timestamp: [00:04] - [02:04]

The episode opens with Emily Compagno introducing the panel—Piers Morgan, Joey Jones, Katie Pavlich, and Greg Gutfeld—discussing Kamala Harris' recent post-election interview with Stephen Colbert. Harris expressed frustration with the political system, referring to it as "broken" and criticized its transactional nature regarding votes.

• Greg Gutfeld: Probes Harris on leadership within the Democratic Party.

  • Timestamp: [01:08] - [01:26]

  • Kamala Harris: Responds evasively, stating, “There are lots of leaders and there's...”

  • Greg Gutfeld: Presses for a specific leader, to which Harris declines to name anyone to avoid exclusion.

Emily Compagno remarks on Harris' "word salad," hinting at a confusing and ineffective communication style during her book tour promotion.

2. Critique of Kamala Harris and Joe Biden

Timestamp: [02:04] - [05:07]

The discussion shifts to Joe Biden's performance, noting his lackluster speeches and inability to address existential threats effectively.

• Greg Gutfeld: Criticizes the interview between Harris and Colbert as “pathetic” and likens them to "rejects consoling each other."

  • Timestamp: [02:37] - [05:07]

  • He argues that the Democratic Party's downfall is systemic, involving institutions like NPR, Harvard, and Media Matters, which he claims are in a state of decline alongside Democratic leadership.

Emily Compagno adds that both Harris and Biden's inability to provide clear leadership is detrimental to the party's future prospects.

3. Democratic Party’s Leadership Crisis

Timestamp: [05:08] - [11:56]

Katie Pavlich and Joey Jones analyze the Democratic Party's struggles, attributing their failures to lack of clear leadership and disconnect from voters.

• Katie Pavlich:

  • Timestamp: [05:17] - [06:28]

  • Predicts Kamala Harris' book will fail due to her inability to address key issues effectively.

  • Suggests that Democrats are sabotaging their chances by continuing to promote ineffective leaders like Harris and Biden.

• Joey Jones:

  • Timestamp: [06:28] - [08:21]

  • Posits that despite current Republican challenges, Democrats might find new leaders akin to Gavin Newsom or others who could rejuvenate the party.

• Greg Gutfeld:

  • Timestamp: [04:59] - [05:07]

  • Discusses the broader systemic issues within the Democratic Party and its leadership failures.

Piers Morgan emphasizes the need for new heroes within the party, critiquing the current leadership's inability to inspire or connect with the electorate.

4. President Trump's Fitness Initiative

Timestamp: [11:56] - [16:40]

The conversation transitions to Donald Trump's initiative to reintroduce the Presidential Fitness Test in schools, aiming to combat childhood obesity and promote physical fitness.

• Katie Pavlich:

  • Timestamp: [12:06] - [12:55]

  • Highlights the return of fitness programs, referencing personal anecdotes from her school days.

• Joey Jones:

  • Timestamp: [12:33] - [14:55]

  • Supports the initiative, arguing it fosters discipline and personal responsibility among youth.

• Greg Gutfeld:

  • Timestamp: [19:14] - [21:18]

  • Criticizes the modern progressive attitude towards fitness and self-care, labeling the body positivity movement as detrimental.

Piers Morgan and Katie Pavlich further discuss the cultural implications, defending the fitness push against left-wing criticisms that associate thinness with elitism and racism.

5. Transgender Issues and Democratic Policies

Timestamp: [16:44] - [31:23]

The panel delves into the contentious issue of transgender policies and their impact on the Democratic Party's support base.

• Greg Gutfeld:

  • Timestamp: [27:31] - [25:46]

  • Describes transgender policies as “criminal” and argues they undermine biological truths and women's rights.

• Katie Pavlich:

  • Timestamp: [25:47] - [27:31]

  • Criticizes the Democratic Party's stance on transgender issues, citing voting records and policy decisions that, in her view, alienate voters.

• James Carville:

  • Timestamp: [22:46] - [23:17]

  • Discusses voter priorities, emphasizing that if voters don’t feel liked or respected, they won't engage with the party’s policies.

• Joey Jones:

  • Timestamp: [23:37] - [25:46]

  • Contrasts the hosts' views with a more traditional Republican perspective, suggesting that Democrats are failing to connect with voters on fundamental issues.

Emily Compagno echoes sentiments of distrust towards the Democratic leadership, stressing that policies on transgender issues have been mishandled and contribute to the party's declining popularity.

6. Entertainment Segment: Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry

Timestamp: [32:02] - [35:45]

The hosts take a lighter turn, discussing rumors about Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and pop star Katy Perry possibly dating.

• Greg Gutfeld: Mockingly compares the potential romance to "Harry and Meghan," expressing skepticism about the pairing.

• Piers Morgan: Jokes about the rapid accumulation of "three for three" romantic interactions, questioning the authenticity of the relationship.

• Katie Pavlich: Teases the notion that Trudeau seeks attention through such public appearances.

• Joey Jones: Makes humorous remarks about comparing the relationship to astronaut aspirations.

The segment serves as comic relief amidst the intense political discussions.

7. Viewer Mail and Final Remarks

Timestamp: [35:45] - [41:46]

Greg Gutfeld introduces a viewer mail segment where the hosts discuss various light-hearted topics, including movie endings and positive news stories.

• Katie Pavlich: Participates in a humorous discussion about altering movie endings, highlighting personal preferences.

• Joey Jones: Shares opinions on classic films, emphasizing emotional responses to movie narratives.

Emily Compagno shares a heartwarming story about a priest in Brazil promoting dog adoption, receiving praise from the hosts.

Greg Gutfeld and Piers Morgan conclude with additional amusing anecdotes and light commentary on recent events, maintaining an engaging and entertaining atmosphere.

Conclusion

The episode of The Five titled "Poor Kamala" primarily critiques the current state of the Democratic Party, highlighting leadership struggles within figures like Kamala Harris and Joe Biden. The hosts argue that systemic issues and controversial policies, especially regarding transgender rights, have eroded the party's support base. Simultaneously, they defend President Trump's initiatives, such as the reintroduction of the Presidential Fitness Test, against progressive critiques. The episode balances intense political analysis with lighter entertainment segments, providing a comprehensive and engaging discussion for listeners.

Notable Quotes:

• Greg Gutfeld: “It's an open casket at this point. We need a graphic warning. People like that.”
  Timestamp: [05:03]

• Joey Jones: “I think history shows somebody's going to come through here. They've got to get somebody like a Bill Clinton. They've got to get somebody in the center who can return them to at least looking and sounding like they understand common sense.”
  Timestamp: [07:00]

• Katie Pavlich: “If people can't trust you to understand basic biology, why would they trust you on other issues or think that you could handle big issues of substance?”
  Timestamp: [26:07]

• Piers Morgan: “They became fascists. This is actually what fascism is.”
  Timestamp: [27:37]

• Greg Gutfeld: “Everything good in life requires hard work, especially up front for the long term benefit, whether it's exercise or music lessons or whatever.”
  Timestamp: [19:37]

This summary encapsulates the key discussions and viewpoints presented by The Five on the "Poor Kamala" episode, providing an informative overview for those who haven't listened to the full podcast.