After Party with Emily Jashinsky

After a blue tsunami sweeps across America, Emily Jashinsky is joined by Mark Halperin, editor-in-chief of 2WAY and host of “Next Up with Mark Halperin,” to break down what went wrong for Republicans and what comes next. Mark reveals what GOP insiders really knew before the election and examines Ron DeSantis' potential 2028 presidential ambitions. Then, Emily is joined by political commentator and American Enterprise Institute nonresident senior fellow Ruy Teixeira to examine how Democrats overcame their political vulnerabilities, why Republican attacks fell flat, and whether the party risks overreaching after its resounding victory. Plus, did Democrats steal Trump's populist mess...

Emily Jashinsky is joined by Ryan Girdusky, founder of the 1776 Project PAC and host of “It's A Numbers Game with Ryan Girdusky,” on Election Eve. The two begin with a lighthearted discussion about Martha Stewart's bizarre Halloween costume and her subsequent attempts at damage control. Then Emily and Ryan dive into the biggest story in America right now: Tuesday's midterm elections. They break down Nate Silver's prediction of a blue tsunami, the shocking Democratic infighting in Michigan, and Ryan's surprising forecast for the Texas Senate race. Plus, a bombshell report about Nathan Fielder and Elizabeth Holmes raises eyebrows. Emily also...

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky revisits the “Cornell 7” case and the issues facing college students, she weighs in on whether federal investigators have a serious case against Ilhan Omar, the controversy surrounding Democrats’ reported efforts to recruit a candidate with the same name as Alaska Senator Dan Sullivan, and whether a third party could ever break America's two-party system. Emily also tackles the national debt and the difficult choices surrounding Social Security, explains why some longtime Republican voters feel politically homeless, and discusses the dangers of artificial intelligence. Plus, her thoughts on Jennifer Lawrence’s changing app...

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky revisits the “Cornell 7” case and the issues facing college students, she weighs in on whether federal investigators have a serious case against Ilhan Omar, the controversy surrounding Democrats’ reported efforts to recruit a candidate with the same name as Alaska Senator Dan Sullivan, and whether a third party could ever break America's two-party system. Emily also tackles the national debt and the difficult choices surrounding Social Security, explains why some longtime Republican voters feel politically homeless, and discusses the dangers of artificial intelligence. Plus, her thoughts on Jennifer Lawrence’s changing app...

Emily Jashinsky is joined by comedian Bridget Phetasy, host of “Dumpster Fire” and author of the forthcoming book “The Left Can’t Meme: How Comedy Wins Culture Wars,” to discuss Jennifer Lawrence’s dramatic transformation and new research suggesting men are more tolerant of opposing viewpoints than women. They examine whether women helped fuel woke culture, why prominent men are losing favor, Gavin Newsom’s comments about the DSA’s future, and Hasan Piker’s hypocritical relationship with capitalism. They also discuss new developments in the “Cornell 7” case. Emily rounds out the show with stunning new evidence in the January 6 pipe bomb ca...

With just over one week to go before America votes in the midterms, Emily Jashinsky breaks down some of the must-see moments from the campaign trail. She reacts to Donald Trump's eyebrow-raising comments about Nicki Minaj, Mike Rogers' disastrous response to a simple MAGA question on “Meet the Press,” and Tim Dillon's brutal assessment of the Ohio governor's race. Then Emily details new developments in the growing election polling scandal and explains why pollsters could be overlooking rural Republican voters ahead of the midterms. Emily also reacts to Ilhan Omar's bizarre lakeside video featuring a Somali-language song with aggressive lyri...

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky addresses the difficult choices facing voters who have lost faith in both parties and considers whether the GOP understands just how deep the disillusionment runs. She explains her thoughts on the difference between prediction markets and the stock market, discusses why evangelical Christians aren't doing more to confront the threats posed by artificial intelligence, and weighs in on the potential return of woke culture. Emily also explains her approach to interviewing controversial figures and considers whether new media is repeating the mistakes of the old establishment by refusing to challe...

Emily Jashinsky breaks down a major election polling scandal after Wedgwood Polls admits to fabricating survey results that made their way into major media outlets and polling averages less than two weeks before the midterms. Then Emily is joined by Allie Beth Stuckey, founder of anakate.com and host of “Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey,” to discuss her new app, the controversial attack ad featuring Ohio gubernatorial opponent Amy Acton's estranged mother, and the increasingly competitive races in Ohio and Texas. Allie also responds to the online firestorm over her comments about Christians watching horror movies. Next Emily examines a surp...

Emily Jashinsky breaks down the controversy surrounding Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, journalist Jan Crawford's public comments about the story, and reports that CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss pushed reporters to investigate allegations involving El-Sayed and James Talarico. Then Emily is joined by comedian Dave Smith, host of “Part of the Problem,” to react to Vice President JD Vance's tense CBS News town hall, including an emotional confrontation with the widower of a service member killed in the Iran war. Dave delivers a sharp critique of the Trump administration's handling of the conflict, its failure to deliver on key camp...

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky responds to concerns about political violence and explains why broken promises from Washington could fuel even greater public anger. She explores the difference between “toxic empathy” and one-sided empathy, weighs in on Tucker Carlson’s controversial World War II comments, and considers whether adults’ obsession with childhood hobbies reflects unhealthy escapism. Emily also tackles Social Security, the growing divide between younger and older Americans, and the growing disillusionment among Trump voters. She returns to the “Cornell 7” case, addressing questions about due process, police handling of the allegations, and her viral criticism of...

Emily Jashinsky opens the show with a reaction to HBO's revival of Lena Dunham's “Girls,” the absence of Adam Driver from the announced cast, and what the series reveals about millennial feminism. Then Emily is joined by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Glenn Greenwald to discuss the upcoming midterms, President Trump's promise of $5,000 checks, rising gas prices amid the war with Iran, and growing voter disillusionment. They react to Hillary Clinton and Kara Swisher's new podcast and what it reveals about the Democratic establishment. Glenn also weighs in on the latest developments in the “Cornell 7” case, the backlash to Shane Gillis' controversial “SNL” joke...

Emily Jashinsky breaks down new revelations in the “Cornell 7” case, including a potentially significant statement omitted from CBS News and The New York Times' coverage of a text message exchange between Jane Doe and one of the accused men. Emily is then joined by Evan Barker, author of the New York Times bestseller “Nothing Left: Confessions of a Democratic Operative,” to discuss her journey from progressive Democratic fundraiser to independent Trump voter. Evan reveals how wealthy donors influence the Democratic Party's priorities, why identity politics helped drive her away from the left, and why she still supports many traditionally liberal economic...

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky explores the spiritual dangers of Halloween and why indulging dark curiosities can have unintended consequences. She returns to the “Cornell 7” controversy, examining the role of race, Title IX standards, and why the case has captured her attention. Emily also responds to disillusioned Trump voters facing backlash, explains the difference between gambling and investing, and considers where the Trump administration might be today without the Iran war. She tackles the importance of confronting democratic socialism without exaggeration, explains the challenges of dynamic podcast advertising, and discusses the behavior of jurors after high...

Emily Jashinsky breaks down the growing midterm warning signs for Republicans and surprising bright spots for them in key races, including Debra Messing’s unexpected endorsement of a Republican. She dives into stunning new developments in the “Cornell 7” controversy, from Sunny Hostin revealing that Cynthia Erivo confronted her over her initial comments to Rosie O’Donnell invoking Jeffrey Epstein and Trump while defending Jane Doe. Emily also reacts to a viral frat bro’s self-congratulatory group chat takedown on the case and revisits the Duke lacrosse, UVA and “Mattress Girl” scandals to explain why history may be repeating itself. She reacts to Chri...

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On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky checks in from the Boston airport and dives into why there’s an appetite on the right for fair criticism of President Trump. She responds to more feedback about her Tucker Carlson interview, explains how opinion journalism differs from supposedly objective reporting, and revisits the Macklemore and Ed Sheeran controversy. Emily also weighs in on the Texas Senate race, the argument that socialism is simply public works, and how to navigate political disagreements with friends. Plus, she explains her aversion to sports betting and prediction markets, the thinking behind the new...

Emily Jashinsky responds to Hasan Piker’s criticism of her arguments about transgender issues and children and argues that he dodged the larger question of who originally pushed these debates into schools, sports, locker rooms, and libraries. Then Emily is joined by Mark Halperin, editor-in-chief of 2WAY and host of “Next Up with Mark Halperin,” to discuss his reporting on the difficult midterm environment for Republicans and what dozens of GOP sources are telling him about President Trump, the economy, and the Iran war. Emily also breaks down the latest revelations in the Jack Smith case and Smith’s Senate testimon...

Emily Jashinsky reacts to Madonna’s awkward appearance at the VMAs and what it reveals about celebrity culture and aging, plus Dave Portnoy’s hilarious response and Taylor Swift’s night at the awards. Emily pushes back on Ben Shapiro and Mark Levin over what’s driving President Trump’s declining approval ratings and Americans’ economic frustration, including the impact of the Iran war on energy and gas prices. She also breaks down the close Texas governor’s race and what Gina Hinojosa’s effort to distance herself from the culture war could mean for Republicans. Then Emily responds to Ms. Rachel’s cri...

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky checks in after a whirlwind week on the road before diving into the difference between media propaganda and plain old incompetence, Sunny Hostin’s romance novels, and how social media has destroyed some of the mystery and allure that once surrounded celebrities. Emily revisits the Lindsay Clancy trial and responds to criticism of her Tucker Carlson interview, including questions about Gaza casualty figures, fact-checking, and why her interview style prioritizes open conversation over constant interruptions and real-time corrections. She also returns to the immigration debate, examining rising deportation numbers, mass sur...

Emily Jashinsky opens the show with an important announcement about the future of “After Party,” and then she dives into the news. Emily breaks down the viral “Boston Globe” story about a lesbian bar facing backlash for relaxing its mask mandate and what the controversy reveals about the lingering effects of identity politics. She examines new undercover video raising questions about James Talarico’s political evolution as he gains ground in the Texas Senate race, plus Michele Tafoya’s competitive Senate campaign in Minnesota and why Democratic efforts to attack her for criticizing the state may fail. Emily also digs into th...

Emily Jashinsky is joined by “Singularity Weekly” host and “Dark Aeon” author Joe Allen to break down the escalating battle over artificial intelligence ahead of the U.N. General Assembly. They examine the divide between AI “doomers” and accelerationists, the race with China, growing calls for regulation, and the increasingly powerful AI industry’s influence in Washington. Emily also digs into Nikole Hannah-Jones’ admission that she regrets aspects of sending her daughter to struggling public schools after years of publicly defending the decision. She reacts to Patrick Clancy’s emotional “60 Minutes” interview with Ross Douthat, including his revelation that Lindsay Clancy has nev...

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky revisits the Lindsay Clancy case and considers whether the intense response from affluent white women reflects a broader cry for help from people struggling with the consequences of materialism and modern culture. She discusses tax reform and stay-at-home moms before diving into immigration, the importance of prioritizing American citizens, and why she disagrees with Greg Bovino’s approach while still supporting policies that eliminate incentives for people to remain in the country illegally. Emily weighs in on dual citizenship, questions whether the recent push for AI regulation is part of...

Emily Jashinsky sits down with Tucker Carlson, host of “The Tucker Carlson Show,” for a candid conversation about his changing relationship with President Donald Trump, the Butler assassination attempt, Israel, artificial intelligence, and more. Tucker reacts to his 2024 RNC speech for the first time, raises new questions about would-be assassin Thomas Matthew Crooks, and admits he ignored warning signs about Trump because he liked him and agreed with his agenda. He also reacts to CNN’s bizarre AI “actress” interview, responds to criticism about his views on Israel, sets the record straight on Abdul El-Sayed, and opens up about his own we...

Emily Jashinsky is joined by Victor Davis Hanson, author of “The Counterrevolution,” to assess President Trump’s second term, from his escalating trade fight with Canada and immigration crackdown to the growing threat posed by AI. Victor also recounts his remarkable personal encounter with Christine Fang, better known as “Fang Fang,” and weighs in on newly declassified intelligence about warnings before 9/11. Emily and Victor respond to James Talarico walking back his previous positions on transgender issues, Gayle King’s surprising reaction to the lone Lindsay Clancy holdout juror, and growing skepticism about elite universities. Emily rounds out the show with a look...

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky responds to the strong reaction to her recent Hasan Piker segment and explains why she’s willing to push back against “definition inflation,” even when that means disagreeing with people on her own side. She reflects on how Charlie Kirk’s approach to argument and persuasion changed over the years and considers how short-form media makes nuance increasingly difficult. Emily also shares some behind-the-scenes thoughts on her interview with Kathie Lee Gifford and dives into the relationship between materialism and identity politics. She explains why she believes Tucker Carlson is deliberatel...

Emily Jashinsky is joined by Semafor Media Editor and “Mixed Signals” podcast co-host Max Tani to break down conflicting reports about Jimmy Kimmel’s future at ABC and what they reveal about the rapidly changing late-night landscape. Max also details his exclusive reporting on Crooked Ideas’ effort to build creator-first programming for younger audiences as Democrats continue to play catch-up to the right in the new media space. Emily then examines explosive new reporting about Elaine Chao’s alleged ties to Chinese government and CCP-linked organizations and reacts to Lindsay Clancy jurors publicly criticizing the lone holdout in her trial. She...

Emily Jashinsky is joined by legendary singer, songwriter, and four-time Emmy Award-winning television host Kathie Lee Gifford to discuss her new song connected to the re-release of “Reagan.” Kathie reflects on meeting Ronald and Nancy Reagan and recalls the remarkable love and attentiveness she witnessed between them, explaining why she views the film as a love story rather than a political one. She also takes aim at today’s “culture of entitlement” and shares stories about her lifelong independent streak, including getting kicked out of Brownies and Sunday school. Emily and Kathie then remember Dolly Parton, with Kathie reflecting on their m...

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky reflects on Dolly Parton’s approach to empowerment and why her refusal to see herself as a victim offers a lesson for modern culture. That leads into a discussion about pessimism in America, the danger of becoming consumed by it, and how recognizing problems can be productive when it motivates people to act. Emily continues the debate over her support for a flat tax, including questions about write-offs and whether everyone should have the same “skin in the game.” She also explores the Great Reset, open borders, and global elites while...

Emily Jashinsky reacts to the murder of 32-year-old Bank of America vice president and new mother Erin Piacenti, who police say was randomly stabbed in Times Square shortly after returning from maternity leave. Emily examines the disturbing online reaction from people celebrating or mocking Piacenti’s death simply because she worked for Bank of America and what it reveals about Americans becoming increasingly numb to violence. She then reacts to a heated CNN debate between Kmele Foster and Jemele Hill over claims that capitalism is bound up with white supremacy and explains why injecting identity politics into the co...

Emily Jashinsky is joined by Sean Davis, CEO and Co-Founder of “The Federalist,” to discuss the growing affordability crisis as renewed fighting with Iran drives up oil prices, mortgage rates climb, and Americans continue to struggle with inflation. Emily and Sean react to President Trump’s criticism of communities resisting AI data centers and examine whether the administration is doing enough to address affordability ahead of the midterms, and why the President has become disconnected from some of his core supporters. They also discuss Y Combinator partner Ankit Gupta’s controversial comments about “flyover country,” the growing fight over H-1B visas...

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky reflects on her experience covering Russiagate, how it changed her understanding of the relationship between the media and the “Deep State,” and why she appreciates Michael Shellenberger’s ability to approach the story with a fresh, big-picture perspective. She also raises concerns about the federal government’s use of informants and explains why she isn’t convinced the “Deep State” has truly been defanged. Emily dives into the politics of victimhood, why she believes seeing yourself primarily as a victim can rob people of agency, and traces the evolution of “woke” politics f...

Emily Jashinsky is joined by Maureen Callahan, host of “The Nerve with Maureen Callahan,” to reflect on the death and extraordinary legacy of Dolly Parton. Emily and Maureen discuss how Parton’s privacy, stoicism, generosity, and refusal to be dragged into partisan politics made her increasingly rare in modern celebrity culture. They revisit Parton’s infamous interview with Barbara Walters and explain how Dolly managed to completely outclass an interviewer seemingly determined to humiliate her. The conversation then turns to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s planned return to Britain, including Maureen’s theory that the move could be a soft launc...

Emily Jashinsky is joined by Ryan Girdusky, founder of the 1776 Project PAC and host of “It's A Numbers Game with Ryan Girdusky,” to react to the Trump administration declaring “economic D-Day” against Iran and examine what the president’s latest polling could mean for Republicans in the midterms. They also break down Mark Cuban’s claim that he would run for president as a Republican, the growing revolt against AI data centers, and Scott Galloway’s prediction that Gavin Newsom will become president. Later, Emily and Ryan react to Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed’s contentious Fox News interview and Anna Faris p...

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky reflects on what we’ve learned from COVID school closures and mask mandates, the lasting effects on children, why she believes the country still hasn’t had a real reckoning with what went wrong, and what she sees as Democrats’ continuing blind spot on COVID and Anthony Fauci. She discusses the leftward shift of workplaces and the dynamics of female-dominated fields. Emily explains why she takes calls to “abolish” institutions seriously, why precise language matters in politics, and makes the case for viewing Thanksgiving as a “glass half full” holiday rather than...

Emily Jashinsky opens the show by reacting to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s stunning return to Britain and what it says about their failed, increasingly undignified attempt to reinvent themselves as American celebrities. Then Emily is joined by Michael Shellenberger, founder of Public.News, to discuss Alexander Vindman’s crushing loss to a DSA candidate and what it signals about the changing Democratic Party, new revelations about the transgender medical industry, and evidence Michael says exposes the FBI’s role in suppressing the Hunter Biden laptop story. They also dig into newly declassified documents involving Eric Swalwell and allege...

Emily Jashinsky is joined by her good friends, Inez Stepman, legal analyst for Independent Women, and Rachel Bovard, Vice President at the Conservative Partnership Institute, to discuss the death of former Cambridge professor Jason Arday and the backlash against journalists who scrutinized his academic record. They also react to DSA leaders refusing to call Cuba a dictatorship, debate America’s growing affordability crisis, and examine what Allison Janney and AOC’s experiences reveal about women, fertility, and egg freezing. Plus, they break down the controversy over the DOJ’s independence from the White House before Emily reflects on Hayden Panett...

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky shares the funny backstory behind Adam Carolla’s recent comments about her and explains why she doesn’t think he actually remembers who she is. She responds to a listener who sees similarities between Anthony Fauci’s handling of the AIDS crisis and COVID. Emily also spends some time discussing modern media, how legacy journalists get major stories wrong in part because they distrust people who dissent from the elite consensus, why she’s selective about the shows she appears on, and why she doesn’t want to be used as a “prop...

Emily Jashinsky is joined by Michael Malice, host of “YOUR WELCOME” and author of "The White Pill: A Tale of Good and Evil,” to discuss Wisconsin DSA candidate Francesca Hong’s narrow defeat and Hasan Piker’s recent push for “sewer socialism.” Michael also offers a fascinating history lesson on anarchist Emma Goldman and her evolution from revolutionary radical to fierce critic of Soviet authoritarianism. They react to Massachusetts’ disturbing new abortion law, newly released Fauci messages about COVID shots and pregnancy, and the lasting collapse of trust after the pandemic. Michael then unloads on former “Roseanne” star Michael Fishman for defendin...

Emily Jashinsky is joined by Spencer Klavan, Associate Editor for the Claremont Review of Books and author of the forthcoming book, “A Way with Words: Why Language Makes Humans Irreplaceable.” They begin with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez declaring Woke 1 was “crazy,” as Emily brings the receipts on what really happened during that era and Spencer unloads on AOC’s role in dividing America. They discuss whether figures like Democratic Socialist Francesca Hong and Hasan Piker represent a new “Woke 2.0,” Tyler Austin Harper’s reckoning with DEI, and whether the left is genuinely moderating or simply evolving. Then Emily and Spencer react...

On this week’s edition of “Happy Hour,” Emily Jashinsky responds to several emails about Anthony Fauci, why he has become a mascot for the corruption and misbehavior of the COVID era, and why she believes his actions went beyond incompetence and became malicious. She also dives into the $20 burrito discourse and what downward mobility can tell us about the frustration of younger Americans. Emily tackles questions about single-issue voters, protest votes, and Zohran Mamdani’s controversial decision to publicize information about wealthy New York property owners. She gets more personal as she discusses her love of architecture, explains why she...