NYT’s Bill Gates Problem, Gavin Newsom’s Collapse, NJ Voting Scandal, w/ Halperin, PLUS Rapinoe’s Terrible Take

NYT’s Bill Gates Problem, Gavin Newsom’s Collapse, NJ Voting Scandal, w/ Halperin, PLUS Rapinoe’s Terrible Take

Emily Jashinsky opens the show with original reporting on New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof's undisclosed ties to Bill Gates amid renewed scrutiny of Gates' relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Emily follows up on reporting from friend of the show, Semafor's Max Tani, and reveals the questions she put to both Kristof and The New York Times that have yet to be answered. Then Emily is joined by Mark Halperin, editor-in-chief of 2WAY and host of “Next Up with Mark Halperin.” The two analyze the upcoming midterms and the 2028 Democratic presidential race, Gavin Newsom's slipping fortunes, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's rise, and whether Bernie Sanders could still reshape the field. The conversation also turns to Mitch McConnell's prolonged absence from the Senate, New Jersey's stunning admission that thousands of non-citizens were registered to vote, and a contentious House hearing over the Smithsonian. Emily rounds out the show by reacting to Megan Rapinoe's continued dismissal of concerns over biological men competing in women's sports, WNBA star Sophie Cunningham's response to the issue, and a former CNN anchor's bizarre sex confession, and more…   Lean: Discover why LEAN is becoming the choice for real weight‑loss results—shop now at https://TAKELEAN.com [https://takelean.com/] use code EMILY.   Cozy Earth: Visit https://www.CozyEarth.com [https://www.cozyearth.com/] & Use code EMILY for up to 20% off   Cowboy Colostrum: Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code AFTERPARTY at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/afterparty [https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/afterparty] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Odyssey Problem, Don Lemon for President?!, Canada's Crackdown, w/ John Daniel Davidson, & Shane Gillis Makes History

Emily Jashinsky is joined by John Daniel Davidson, senior editor at “The Federalist,” to discuss Christopher Nolan's blockbuster adaptation of “The Odyssey” and whether the film revives, or fundamentally reshapes, the Western literary canon. They also react to Don Lemon comparing the MAGA movement to the Nazi Party before floating a possible presidential run of his own, and the left's latest attempts to embrace a more "masculine" image. Later, they break down why Texas Democrats continue to struggle statewide after Senate candidate James Talarico faced frustrated Black voters at a town hall. The conversation then turns to Canada's push to criminalize residential school “denialism" following the collapse of the mass graves narrative, before wrapping up with Shane Gillis' record-breaking comeback and what his success says about the future of cancel culture, and more…   Lean: Discover why LEAN is becoming the choice for real weight‑loss results—shop now at https://TAKELEAN.com [https://takelean.com/] use code EMILY.   Cowboy Colostrum: Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code AFTERPARTY at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/afterparty [https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/afterparty]   Cozy Earth: Visit https://www.CozyEarth.com [https://www.cozyearth.com/] & Use code EMILY for up to 20% off Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"Happy Hour": Christianity Without Christ?, JFK Conspiracies, and America’s Aging Leadership: Emily Answers YOUR Questions

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky opens with reflections on her recent trip back to Wisconsin to celebrate her late grandfather’s life. She also shares stories about the state’s famous supper clubs, accents, and thoughts about the disappearing quirks of regional American culture. Emily then dives into a wide-ranging discussion about Christianity, whether it’s possible to separate Christian values from belief in Christ, and how the woke movement has borrowed from Christian ideals. She also discusses the current state of journalism, why primary sources remain essential in the age of AI, and skepticism of the official account of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination. Later, Emily weighs in on Washington’s aging political class, immigration and assimilation, the criticism surrounding Justice Amy Coney Barrett, why the media is so fascinated by Zohran Mamdani, whether artificial intelligence could one day help lawmakers better represent their constituents, and more… Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The "Super Sus" Pratt Loss, Jack Smith’s BIG Problem, and the Biden Grift, with Tom Bevan

Emily Jashinsky opens the show with a look at Vice President JD Vance’s lengthy appearance on Joe Rogan, breaking down the viral exchange over Jeffrey Epstein and explaining why she believes Vance’s comments about Epstein’s intelligence connections are supported by the public record. Then Emily is joined by Tom Bevan, Co-Founder and President of RealClearPolitics and co-host of RealClearPolitics on SiriusXM 111. They examine Rogan and Vance’s skepticism over the Los Angeles mayoral race, using Spencer Pratt’s campaign to explore the growing public distrust of elections while also discussing Vance’s political prospects in 2028. Then Emily and Tom break down newly released documents raising questions about Special Counsel Jack Smith’s January 6 investigation, arguing the allegations point to government overreach and a troubling lack of media scrutiny. They also react to recent comments from Nicolle Wallace, Jim Acosta, Bill Maher, and NPR’s Steve Inskeep, examining why legacy media continues to lose public trust. Later, they dive into Joe Biden’s upcoming memoir, Hunter Biden’s latest foul-mouthed media appearance, and whether the Biden family is trying to reshape its public legacy. Emily also examines Olivia Rodrigo’s growing political activism, contrasting it with Jennifer Lawrence’s reflections on celebrity advocacy to explore whether partisan activism ultimately helps or hurts public figures, and more…   USAFacts: Demand government accountability by signing the open letter for reliable public data at https://USAFacts.org/supportdata [https://usafacts.org/supportdata]   Shopify: The best businesses aren’t built in boardrooms. They’re built by people who just started. Free trial at https://shopify.com/emily [https://shopify.com/emily]   Lean: Discover why LEAN is becoming the choice for real weight‑loss results—shop now at https://TAKELEAN.com [https://takelean.com/] use code EMILY. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lindsey Graham's Legacy, Charlie Kirk Questions, and J.K. Rowling Hits Back

Emily Jashinsky opens the show by reflecting on the sudden death of South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham. She examines his political legacy, addresses the conspiracy theories surrounding his passing, and explains why she remains skeptical of them. Then Emily breaks down the latest developments in the Charlie Kirk murder case and a new interview in which Vice President JD Vance discusses whether the accused killer may have been influenced by others. She also examines a new report detailing Secret Service failures surrounding the attempted assassination of President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania. Later, Emily explores the growing influence of the Democratic Socialists of America and the political vulnerabilities the movement could face in a general election. She also reacts to Amnesty International UK's clash with J.K. Rowling, influencer Clavicular's controversial trip to Israel, Mick Jagger's refreshing perspective on politics in music, and more…   Lean: Discover why LEAN is becoming the choice for real weight‑loss results—shop now at https://TAKELEAN.com [https://takelean.com/] use code EMILY.   ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/AFTERPARTY [https://zbiotics.com/AFTERPARTY] and use AFTERPARTY at checkout for 15% off any first-time orders of ZBiotics probiotics.   USAFacts: Demand government accountability by signing the open letter for reliable public data at https://USAFacts.org/supportdata [https://usafacts.org/supportdata] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.