reSee.it Podcast Summary
Megyn Kelly welcomes guests Alex Berenson and Jason Miller to discuss various topics, including Donald Trump's presidential announcement and the media's reaction. Berenson highlights a new study advocating for masking children to combat racism, while also noting that vaccine companies are now studying myocarditis risks associated with their products. He claims that the unraveling of FTX and its founder, Sam Bankman-Fried, is worse than Bernie Madoff's Ponzi scheme.
The conversation shifts to Trump's announcement, with Miller explaining that Trump aimed to make a strong first impression, despite some feeling his speech lacked energy. Doherty points out that Trump's accomplishments were highlighted, but his performance was less dynamic than usual. The media's reaction to Trump's announcement varied, with left-leaning outlets focusing on his controversial past.
Miller reflects on Trump's ability to thrive under media scrutiny, suggesting that attacks from the establishment may bolster his support. Kelly notes that some media outlets, like the Wall Street Journal, provided fair coverage, while others, like the New York Post, seemed to downplay Trump's announcement.
The discussion also touches on the challenges facing Ron DeSantis as he navigates the Republican landscape, emphasizing that he must avoid being seen as an establishment candidate. Berenson later discusses his legal battle against Twitter, revealing that the Biden administration and Scott Gottlieb pressured the platform to silence him. He plans to sue for breach of contract and First Amendment violations.
The conversation concludes with Berenson addressing the COVID vaccine's efficacy and the potential risks of myocarditis, arguing that the benefits of vaccination for healthy individuals under 50 are questionable. He cites a medical examiner's findings that many reported COVID deaths may have been overstated, emphasizing the need for transparency in public health discussions.