“Happy Hour”: Scott Pelley’s FIRING, the Value of Independent Media, and 2026 Midterms: Emily Answers YOUR Questions

“Happy Hour”: Scott Pelley’s FIRING, the Value of Independent Media, and 2026 Midterms: Emily Answers YOUR Questions

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky answers listener questions about hot topics in the news. She opens the show with comments about “After Party,” and her own workflow. She offers a behind-the-scenes look at the world of podcasting, and later dives into the importance of independent media, the choices journalists make in the stories they cover, and Scott Pelley’s firing from CBS. She also reveals what her favorite podcast is, if she’d ever be interested in interviewing Candace Owens, and she names journalists who she believes are straight shooters. Emily also addresses several political questions including thoughts on the Texas Senate race, Rep Thomas Massie’s recent loss and his working relationship with Rep Ro Khanna, the Democratic Congressional candidate linked to the Blind Sheikh, she responds to a comment about political dynasties in America, 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.

AI Jobs Panic, FISA Fight, Pelley’s OUT at CBS, PLUS Emily vs Obama Bro

On the latest edition of “After Party,” Emily Jashinsky is joined by Republican Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky. They begin with a look at the latest developments in the Iran War and how President Trump is handling himself. Then they discuss the fight over renewing FISA Section 702, and Senator Paul offers his thoughts about Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie’s loss. Next Emily is joined by Wynton Hall, Breitbart News Director of Social Media and author of the New York Times bestseller “CODE RED: The Left, the Right, China, and the Race to Control AI,” for an in-depth discussion on the future of AI…including what it means for jobs, our kids, the possibility of universal basic income, and data centers. They also discuss those viral AI Spencer Pratt ads, Pope Leo’s AI encyclical, and the dangers of deepfakes. Emily rounds out the show with Scott Pelley’s departure from “60 Minutes,” why he’s representative of the legacy media’s institutional trust issues, her online fight with Obama Bro Tommy Vietor, and more…   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.   Beam: Visit https://shopbeam.com/AFTERPARTY [https://shopbeam.com/AFTERPARTY] and use code AFTERPARTY to get our exclusive discount of up to 40% off.   SelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/emily [https://selectquote.com/emily] to get the right coverage at the right price. 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.

Exclusive I-95 Bus Crash Details, PLUS Hasan & Cenk BANNED, and Pratt’s Strategy, with Michael Knowles

Emily Jashinsky opens the show with exclusive reporting on a fatal bus crash that killed at least five people, including 4 members of one family who were on their way to a wedding. Emily reveals that she has confirmed the bus driver was unable to speak English. She argues this case highlights broader concerns about commercial driver’s licenses. Then Emily is joined by Michael Knowles, host of “The Michael Knowles Show.” They discuss the UK's reported decision to deny entry to Hasan Piker and Cenk Uygur, the start of Pride Month and how sports leagues and even children's media companies are posting Pride-themed messaging, and Spencer Pratt’s upcoming primary and his message to voters. Then Emily breaks down comments from Jim Acosta and Katie Couric, who warned that changes at CBS and CNN could create a "propaganda" media environment. She rounds out the show with The View’s freakout over the escalating controversies surrounding Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner, and more…   SelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/emily [https://selectquote.com/emily] to get the right coverage at the right price.   Cowboy Colostrum: Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code AFTERPARTY at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/AFTERPARTY [https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/AFTERPARTY]   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. 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”: Pope’s AI Panic, Candace Controversy, and Fractures on the Right: Emily Answers YOUR Questions

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky begins by addressing questions about AI, the dangers of fake content, and Pope Leo’s call for AI regulation. Emily fields a lengthy question about Tucker Carlson and allegations of racism, she explains her view on his interview-style and speaks about the importance of watching full clips and interviews for context and nuance. Emily then dives into the Candace Owens controversy, why she believes Candace has gotten more unhinged, and why Emily chooses not to get herself into the muck of reacting to Candace. Emily then takes up a question about whether there could be a female version of Charlie Kirk to help lead America’s young women. There are also questions and comments about “After Party” guests including former Ambassador Sam Brownback who just wrote a book about the plight of Christians in China. Emily takes up Congressman Massie’s loss, explains why she believes he was MAGA and MAHA, she discusses the role of money in politics, if a third party would be viable, foreign media covering The White House, and the decay of social trust. Emily rounds out the show with an interesting question about how she realized she was conservative and explains the influence Greg Gutfeld’s “Red Eye” show had on her. She also addresses the investigation into Hasan Piker’s trip to Cuba, 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.

Leo Backs Pratt?! Ryan and Blake Crash, with Maureen Callahan, PLUS the Biden Rehab Tour

Emily Jashinsky opens the show with a look at the Texas Senate race including controversial Texas AG Ken Paxton’s rout of Republican John Cornyn, and Democrat James Talarico’s attempt to spin his own odd takes on faith, transgenderism, and veganism. Then Emily is joined by Maureen Callahan, host of "The Nerve with Maureen Callahan," to discuss Spencer Pratt’s rise in the L.A. Mayoral race and why he appears to resonate with average citizens and celebrities. Then Emily and Maureen discuss Stephen Colbert’s move to YouTube, why it may not work, Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively’s growing public image problems, Rosie O’Donnell’s new face and poetry, and Kevin O’Leary’s viral advice about avoiding “cheap junk.” Emily rounds out the show with a deep dive into Hunter Biden’s rehab tour, the way interviewers are failing to hold him accountable for his past actions, plus Jill Biden’s ridiculous new comment about former President Joe Biden’s debate meltdown, and more…   Cozy Earth: This Memorial Day, visit https://www.CozyEarth.com [https://www.cozyearth.com/] & Use code EMILY for up to 30% off   Toups & Co: Ready to give Toups a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to https://toupsandco.com/afterparty [https://toupsandco.com/afterparty] , and use code AFTERPARTY for 25% off your first order.   Unplugged: Switching is simple, Visit https://Unplugged.com/EMILY [https://unplugged.com/EMILY] and order your UP phone today! 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.