Podcast Summary: The Megyn Kelly Show | Ep. 1065
Title: Vulgar Met Gala, Jen Psaki's Cover-up Lies, and Trump vs. Harvard, with Stu Burguiere and Kevin Roberts
Release Date: May 6, 2025
Host: Megyn Kelly
Guests: Stu Burguiere (BlazeTV Host), Kevin Roberts (Heritage Foundation President)
1. The Decline of the Met Gala
Timestamp: [00:00 - 16:26]
Megyn Kelly opens the episode with a scathing critique of the recent Met Gala, portraying it as a shadow of its former glory. She laments that the event has shifted from being a pinnacle of high fashion and celebrity culture to resembling events like the White House Correspondents Dinner or Nerd Prom.
“The Met Gala now looks more like a sad sack D list past its prime wannabe version of its old self.”
— Megyn Kelly [01:30]
2. Black Dandyism Theme Critique
Timestamp: [00:00 - 16:26]
Kelly dissects the Met Gala’s theme, "Super Fine Tailoring Black Style," criticizing it as leftist academic jargon intended to appeal to Black audiences without genuine understanding.
“The whole point is to lose you and sound smarter than you by saying words that are Totally empty and meaningless.”
— Megyn Kelly [05:45]
3. Celebrity Fashion Fiascos
Timestamp: [16:26 - 33:41]
The discussion shifts to specific celebrities and their controversial outfits at the gala. Kelly lambastes figures like Halle Berry, Vera Wang, Pamela Anderson, and Kamala Harris for their questionable fashion choices, emphasizing perceived disrespect and lack of taste.
“Holly Berry has some sort of a complex where it's never enough. Her natural gorgeous skin, her natural gorgeous looks... You've got to go full pube.”
— Megyn Kelly [19:15]
4. Anna Wintour and The Met Gala's Direction
Timestamp: [33:41 - 45:42]
Kelly criticizes Anna Wintour, branding her as out-of-touch and manipulative. She argues that Wintour panders to Black communities without genuine engagement, furthering her agenda under the guise of fashion.
“Anna Wintour is done... She's the new face of the resistance, the biggest bully in America.”
— Megyn Kelly [27:48]
5. Privilege and Opulence at High-Profile Events
Timestamp: [45:42 - 58:19]
Kelly and Burguiere discuss the display of wealth and privilege at the Met Gala, portraying attendees as out of touch elites disconnected from everyday struggles. They highlight the exorbitant ticket prices ($75,000 per plate) and the exclusivity it fosters.
“This is why we watch it. To hate watch it.”
— Megyn Kelly [28:05]
6. Jen Psaki's Alleged Cover-Up of Joe Biden’s Mental State
Timestamp: [58:19 - 77:58]
The conversation shifts to former White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki, whom Kelly accuses of lying about President Joe Biden’s cognitive decline. They delve into specific gaffes Biden made, suggesting Psaki was complicit in hiding these issues during her tenure.
“She says she missed it every step of the way. Then she went to MSNBC... she couldn't pick it up.”
— Megyn Kelly [54:20]
Burguiere echoes these sentiments, calling for congressional investigations into potential cover-ups.
“This should be a bigger focus... we have to do something to stop this.”
— Stu Burguiere [60:58]
7. Media Bias and Critique of 60 Minutes
Timestamp: [77:58 - 103:04]
Kelly and Burguiere criticize mainstream media outlets, particularly 60 Minutes, for their perceived bias against Donald Trump and Republicans. They argue that shows like 60 Minutes fail to provide balanced coverage, instead favoring Democratic narratives and marginalizing conservative voices.
“If you are willing to take that embarrassment. That's gotta be embarrassing for her.”
— Stu Burguiere [77:58]
They highlight specific instances, such as the portrayal of lawyer Mark Elias, to illustrate their point about media favoritism and lack of objectivity.
“Mark Elias... was the architect of the whole Russian collusion hoax.”
— Megyn Kelly [71:17]
8. Elon Musk’s Media Portrayal
Timestamp: [77:58 - 103:04]
The discussion touches on Elon Musk, contrasting his media treatment with that of other wealthy figures like Alex Soros. They contend that Musk receives predominantly negative coverage despite his contributions to technology and society.
“For Elon, if memory serves, it was 97% negative.”
— Megyn Kelly [48:45]
9. Dave Portnoy and Barstool Sports Controversy
Timestamp: [103:04 - 86:10]
Kelly and Burguiere discuss the incident involving Dave Portnoy of Barstool Sports, where offensive messages were posted at his sports bars. They defend Portnoy’s response, praising his decisive action against hate speech.
“He decider to fire the employees... send a little man to Auschwitz on his dime.”
— Megyn Kelly [80:50]
10. 'Project 2025' and Heritage Foundation’s Initiatives
Timestamp: [86:25 - 103:04]
The conversation moves to 'Project 2025,' a conservative initiative by the Heritage Foundation aimed at dismantling what they perceive as the administrative state. Kevin Roberts defends the project, highlighting its goals to restore meritocracy and combat DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies in education.
“Project 2025 is a blueprint for dismantling the administrative state for the sake of self-governance and freedom.”
— Kevin Roberts [87:56]
11. DEI Policies and Anti-Semitism at Ivy League Universities
Timestamp: [93:34 - 103:04]
Kelly and Roberts critique DEI policies in elite universities, alleging that these initiatives foster anti-Semitism and discrimination against white individuals. They call for the removal of federal funding from institutions like Harvard until these issues are addressed.
“Harvard has picked a fight that it's not going to win... they want to make sure white men do not get an equal chance.”
— Stu Burguiere [98:27]
Roberts supports Trump’s actions against Harvard, asserting that it’s necessary to end systemic biases in higher education.
“President Trump is willing to play ball... it is sustaining the popular will for the kind of reform that needs to happen to eradicate antisemitism.”
— Kevin Roberts [96:23]
Conclusion
Throughout the episode, Megyn Kelly and her guests Stu Burguiere and Kevin Roberts engage in a robust critique of contemporary cultural and political issues. From the perceived decline of the Met Gala and media bias to governmental policies affecting education and healthcare, the conversation underscores a deep skepticism towards leftist agendas and mainstream institutions. The discussion is marked by pointed commentary, controversial opinions, and a call for significant societal reforms.
Notable Quotes:
- Megyn Kelly: “The Met Gala now looks more like a sad sack D list past its prime wannabe version of its old self.” ([01:30])
- Stu Burguiere: “I want a constitutional amendment that bans anyone who ever goes to that event from talking about income inequality ever again.” ([18:42])
- Kevin Roberts: “Project 2025 is a blueprint for dismantling the administrative state for the sake of self-governance and freedom.” ([87:56])
- Megyn Kelly: “She is the new face of the resistance, the biggest bully in America.” ([27:48])
Final Thoughts: This episode of The Megyn Kelly Show offers a critical perspective on high-profile events, media practices, and political initiatives from a conservative viewpoint. Listeners can expect a blend of cultural commentary, political analysis, and unabashed opinions aimed at sparking debate and challenging mainstream narratives.