The Megyn Kelly Show – Episode 976 Summary
Title: Media Obsessed with January 6 To Smear Trump Supporters, and Biden's Bizarre Outburst, with Ben Shapiro and Glenn Greenwald
Host: Megyn Kelly
Release Date: January 6, 2025
Introduction
In the January 6, 2025 episode of The Megyn Kelly Show, host Megyn Kelly engages in intense and candid discussions with prominent guests Ben Shapiro and Glenn Greenwald. The central themes revolve around the media's persistent focus on the January 6th events to tarnish Trump supporters, President Joe Biden's questionable behavior, and broader critiques of contemporary media practices. Kelly navigates these polarizing topics with her characteristic candor, aiming to provide listeners with unfiltered insights into the current political and cultural landscape.
Part 1: Ben Shapiro on Media's January 6 Obsession
Timestamp: [05:03]
Megyn Kelly kicks off the conversation with Ben Shapiro by addressing the media's disproportionate emphasis on January 6th. She contrasts this focus with the relative obscurity of other significant events, such as the BLM protests and police casualties during these demonstrations.
Key Points:
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Media's Singular Focus: Shapiro critiques the media for elevating January 6th to the status of events like 9/11, arguing that this serves to unjustly smear Trump supporters.
"January 6th is being treated on the left like it is 9/11... It is ridiculous."
— Ben Shapiro [06:01] -
Comparative Neglect: He points out that significant incidents involving police violence during BLM protests receive minimal media attention compared to the January 6th narrative.
"After BLM and after George Floyd, they've gotta make it sound like the right... those are the rioters. Those are the insurrectionists."
— Ben Shapiro [07:45] -
Democratic Incoherence: Shapiro asserts that the Democratic Party's inability to align with the American populace's agenda is why they cling to the January 6th narrative without substantial backing.
"It's a party devoid of ideals. It's a party devoid of ideas. And it's a party devoid of any connection with the American people whatsoever."
— Ben Shapiro [07:45] -
Biden's Contradictions: The discussion delves into President Biden's recent actions, including commutations and policy decisions that Shapiro views as contradictory to his public persona.
"Joe Biden was so unpopular with the American people... This attempt to retcon his own history... is an utter failure."
— Ben Shapiro [11:39]
Part 2: Glenn Greenwald on Media Narratives and Political Accountability
Timestamp: [51:22]
In the second hour, Glenn Greenwald joins the conversation, extending the discussion on media narratives and political accountability. He delves deeper into the portrayal of January 6th, Biden's cognitive abilities, and the broader implications for American democracy.
Key Points:
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January 6th Equivalence: Greenwald echoes Shapiro's sentiments, emphasizing the absurdity of equating January 6th with historical atrocities like the Holocaust.
"You don't have to take my word for it. The media is treating January 6th as though it's as bad as the Holocaust."
— Glenn Greenwald [56:18] -
Biden's Mental Acuity: The guests critique the media's defense of Biden's cognitive health, suggesting that observable behavior contradicts the administration's narrative.
"The lie that they told about Joe Biden's mental capacity... it's a foundational lie to our democracy."
— Glenn Greenwald [60:04] -
Media's Double Standards: They discuss how media outlets exhibit bias by being adversarial towards conservatives while protecting Democratic narratives, leading to a loss of trust among the public.
"They are highly politicized with an agenda that's constantly concealed, yet very, very apparent."
— Glenn Greenwald [82:30] -
International Comparisons: The conversation touches upon global political shifts, particularly in the UK and Canada, where rising right-wing sentiments challenge established political structures.
"Elon is lending some of his sort of loudspeaker to the AfD... It's happening in Germany, France, the UK..."
— Ben Shapiro [25:27] -
Kamala Harris's Competence: Greenwald and Shapiro critique Vice President Kamala Harris, questioning her political acumen and role within the administration.
"She was a terrible politician. She knows almost nothing. And the entire attempt to foist her on the country... was a complete fraud."
— Ben Shapiro [75:58]
Notable Quotes
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Ben Shapiro on Media's January 6 Focus:
"What exactly is the thing that we are supposed to be commemorating on January 6?"
— Ben Shapiro [06:01] -
Megyn Kelly on Biden's Policy Moves:
"Louie, this is the most alive he's been for years... he's making it impossible for us to do drilling pretty much off of the entire East Coast."
— Megyn Kelly [48:08] -
Glenn Greenwald on Democratic Media Tactics:
"They read from scripts. And I don't mean this metaphorically. I believe they get literal scripts."
— Glenn Greenwald [82:30] -
Ben Shapiro on Immigration and Cultural Assimilation:
"The revolt on common sense that says that mass migration without assimilation is a wonderful idea... People are only going to take that for so long before it really starts to come out in support for parties that are not within your deemed establishment purview."
— Ben Shapiro [19:08] -
Glenn Greenwald on Media's Role in Democracy:
"The Democratic Party used to be that chaotic, but it's not any longer. It's a party of lockstep adherence that all the action of ideological conflict and vibrancy and political debate is on the right."
— Glenn Greenwald [90:49]
Conclusion
Episode 976 of The Megyn Kelly Show presents a scathing critique of current media practices and political maneuvers. Through incisive discussions with Ben Shapiro and Glenn Greenwald, Kelly highlights the perceived biases in media coverage, the vilification of Trump supporters, and concerns over President Biden's leadership and cognitive health. The conversations extend to international political dynamics, emphasizing a global shift towards right-wing populism in response to liberal policies. The episode underscores a deep-seated frustration with mainstream narratives and calls for greater accountability and transparent journalism.
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