Hollywood's Odyssey Rewrite, Cover Girl Ketanji, Mamdani's America, w/ VDH, & Taylor's Wedding Spectacle

Hollywood's Odyssey Rewrite, Cover Girl Ketanji, Mamdani's America, w/ VDH, & Taylor's Wedding Spectacle

Emily Jashinsky is joined by Victor Davis Hanson, Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution and author of the forthcoming book, “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement.” They open by examining the backlash over Christopher Nolan's upcoming adaptation of “The Odyssey,” and discuss Hollywood's approach to the Western canon, identity politics, and cultural heritage. The conversation then turns to NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's vision for the Democratic Party, Steve Bannon's critique of globalization, and what the rise of democratic socialism says about America's political realignment. Then Emily and Victor take up Mark Kelly's shifting rhetoric on immigration, the debate over birthright citizenship, and why border security remains a defining political issue. They also weigh in on the Supreme Court, Ketanji Brown Jackson’s cover shoot, and discuss how Americans are growing weary of identity politics and symbolic representation over substance. The show concludes with Emily's cultural commentary on Taylor Swift's wedding, exploring the tension between celebrity spectacle, commercialization, faith, and the search for genuine intimacy.   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]   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.

"Happy Hour": Israel, Birthright Citizenship, UFOs, and America’s 250th: Emily Answers YOUR Questions

On this edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky answers listener questions on some of the biggest political, cultural, and philosophical debates shaping America today. This week, Emily unpacks the influence of Israel and Qatar on U.S. politics, the ongoing debate over birthright citizenship, what to make of UFO disclosure, and whether a viable third party could ever challenge America’s two-party system. She also reflects on the Declaration of Independence ahead of America’s 250th birthday, discusses media bias, the future of Hollywood after Supergirl’s disappointing box office performance, the value of reading in the digital age, Michelle Tafoya’s possible Senate run, Elon Musk’s long-term vision for humanity, and much more. Plus, Emily responds to dozens of thoughtful listener emails in another wide-ranging Friday conversation exclusively on the podcast feed. 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 Media’s Credibility Crisis After NPR Mess, Caitlin Clark Controversy & SCOTUS Ruling Explained

From Caitlin Clark’s latest WNBA controversy to the Supreme Court’s transgender ruling, this episode tackles the biggest political and cultural stories making headlines. Emily is joined by Mark Hemingway to discuss JK Rowling’s response to the SCOTUS decision, Trump’s reported crypto earnings, and the disastrous Nina Totenberg NPR "mistake" and what many see as the growing credibility crisis in journalism. They also break down Congress’ bipartisan housing push, and the ongoing debate over media coverage and political narratives.   USAFacts: Demand government accountability by signing the open letter for reliable public data at https://USAFacts.org/supportdata   Cozy Earth: Visit 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 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.

World Cup Brings American Patriotism, Obama vs. George Washington, PLUS the Reason Supergirl Tanked

Why are fewer Americans proud of their country? Emily Jashinsky and Dr. Matthew Mehan of Hillsdale College discuss new polling on patriotism, Barack Obama vs. George Washington, and the political battle over American history. They also examine Democratic politics, the World Cup’s unexpected celebration of American culture, and why Supergirl tanked at the box office.   USAFacts: Demand government accountability by signing the open letter for reliable public data at https://USAFacts.org/supportdata [https://usafacts.org/supportdata]   Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code AFTERPARTY at www.cowboycolostrum.com/afterparty [http://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": That AWFUL Obama Library, False UFO Narratives, & Reflections on Charlie Kirk: Emily Answers YOUR Questions

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky opens with a funny behind-the scenes story about her makeshift recording studio during her work trip to Brazil before diving into her mailbag. Emily reflects on her relationship with Charlie Kirk, explaining how the two disagreed on many issues, why she had planned to reach out to him just before his murder, and why she believes it is misguided to dismiss him as hateful. She also discusses Joe Biden's political legacy, arguing that his presidency will be remembered as a turning point in American politics, and weighs in on the controversial design of the Obama Presidential Library. Emily explores why she believes the government has an incentive to seed false narratives around UFOs, examines the growing divide between Republican complacency and Democratic fecklessness, and explains why she has little faith in elected officials. She also answers questions about AIPAC and foreign lobbying, responds to a listener's perspective on Black American identity following comments by Joy Reid about the 4th of July, shares several of her favorite book recommendations, and offers her thoughts on the importance of free speech, independent media, 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.