Digest

This episode of The Megan Kelly Show begins with an advertisement for Stamps.com, highlighting its features and benefits for businesses. Megan Kelly then dives into the controversy surrounding CBS's edited interview with Kamala Harris, where they removed a rambling answer that made her look bad. She argues that CBS is covering for Harris and that the internet went crazy over the original clip. The episode then delves into the controversy surrounding CBS News's interview with author and activist, Ta-Nehisi Coates. The interview sparked a meltdown within CBS, with executives apologizing for the interview and accusing the anchor, Tony Dokoupil, of bias. Megan Kelly then discusses the renaming of the USC Song Girls to USC Song Leaders, highlighting the university's attempt to be inclusive and avoid gendered language. She criticizes this move, arguing that it erases women and sets a dangerous precedent. The episode concludes with Megan Kelly answering viewer questions, including one about what question she would ask Kamala Harris if she appeared on the show. She also addresses a graduate student's concerns about the woke culture in the field of school psychology. She shares personal reflections on her friendships throughout her life, from high school to law school, discussing the importance of close friends and the lessons she has learned from them.

Outlines

00:00:00

Stamps.com Advertisement and CBS's Edited Interview with Kamala Harris

The episode begins with an advertisement for Stamps.com, highlighting its features and benefits for businesses. Megan Kelly then discusses CBS's edited interview with Kamala Harris, where they removed a rambling answer that made her look bad. She argues that CBS is covering for Harris and that the internet went crazy over the original clip.

00:06:36

The Meltdown at CBS News and USC Song Girls Renamed

The episode delves into the controversy surrounding CBS News's interview with author and activist, Ta-Nehisi Coates. The interview sparked a meltdown within CBS, with executives apologizing for the interview and accusing the anchor, Tony Dokoupil, of bias. Megan Kelly then discusses the renaming of the USC Song Girls to USC Song Leaders, highlighting the university's attempt to be inclusive and avoid gendered language. She criticizes this move, arguing that it erases women and sets a dangerous precedent.

00:32:42

Ask an Answered: Viewer Questions and Personal Reflections

Megan Kelly answers viewer questions, including one about what question she would ask Kamala Harris if she appeared on the show. She also addresses a graduate student's concerns about the woke culture in the field of school psychology. She shares personal reflections on her friendships throughout her life, from high school to law school, discussing the importance of close friends and the lessons she has learned from them.

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Q&A

• Why did CBS edit Kamala Harris's interview, and what does this say about their journalistic integrity?

  CBS edited Kamala Harris's interview to remove a rambling answer that made her look bad, suggesting they were covering for her and prioritizing political bias over journalistic integrity.

• What is the controversy surrounding Ta-Nehisi Coates's interview on CBS Morning Show, and how did CBS respond?

  The controversy arose from the anchor's challenging questions about Coates's book, which some viewed as biased against Israel. CBS responded by apologizing for the interview and accusing the anchor of bias, highlighting the network's internal struggle with objectivity.

• What is the significance of the USC Song Girls being renamed to USC Song Leaders, and what are the implications of this change?

  The renaming reflects the university's attempt to be inclusive and avoid gendered language, but it erases women and sets a dangerous precedent for the future, potentially leading to the erasure of womanhood and the acceptance of harmful ideologies.

• What advice would you give to a graduate student who is feeling discouraged by the woke culture in the field of school psychology?

  Megan Kelly advises the student to be aware of the regulations in their chosen state and consider moving to a red state where they can explore issues thoughtfully and honestly. She also suggests exploring alternative career paths, such as private counseling, where they can provide honest and ethical support to families.

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