After Party with Emily Jashinsky

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 hookup culture and Alex Cooper. Plus, Emily discusses the “no contact” family trend, the ethics of live-streaming executions, Gavin Newsom’s 2028 prospects, the Russia-Ukraine war, whether Congress could rein in presidential war powers, how much faith voters should put in midterm polling, the return of “Girls,” and more…

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 policies. The ladies examine the backlash against South Carolina Democratic Senate candidate Annie Andrews over her transgender sports ad and react to Marc Lamont Hill's contentious exchange with Piers Morgan. Emily and Evan also discuss James Talarico's unusual absence from the campaign trail, his appearance at a Kacey Musgraves concert, and questions about his strategy in the Texas Senate race. The conversation turns to the furious reaction to Shane Gillis's latest “Saturday Night Live” monologue and the cultural double standards Emily and Evan believe the controversy exposes. They also take on Alex Cooper's “Call Her Daddy” episode about the “Cornell 7” case, challenging its treatment of the evidence, criticism of fraternities, and implications for due process. Evan shares her own experiences with the #MeToo movement while working in Democratic politics. Emily rounds out the show with the controversy surrounding Meghan Markle's $148 Advent calendar, reports of her supporters attacking British priests online, her latest promotional collaboration with Malala Yousafzai, and rumors of a possible reconciliation with the Prince and Princess of Wales. GhostBed: Discover how GhostBed’s cooling, pressure-relieving design can help you sleep more comfortably and wake up feeling refreshed, plus get an extra 10% off their lowest prices of the season at https://GhostBed.com/EMILY with code EMILY. ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/AFTERPARTY and use AFTERPARTY at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Wildgrain: Get $40 off your first box of artisanal bake-from-frozen sourdough and Free Croissants for Life at https://Wildgrain.com/AFTERPARTY40 with code AFTERPARTY40! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Christa Pike surviving a botched lethal injection and Nidal Hasan facing execution by firing squad, explaining why she opposes the death penalty but believes firing squads are more honest about the violence of execution than lethal injection. Emily then examines the exploding “no contact” movement and why TikTok, therapy culture and changing ideas about trauma may be fueling family estrangement, and more… PreBorn: Dial #250 and say “BABY” or visit https://Preborn.com/EMILY SelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/emily to get the right coverage at the right price. GhostBed: Discover how GhostBed’s cooling, pressure-relieving design can help you sleep more comfortably and wake up feeling refreshed, plus get an extra 10% off their lowest prices of the season at https://GhostBed.com/EMILY with code EMILY. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 look and feel of After Party, and why fidelity to C.S. Lewis matters in Greta Gerwig’s “Narnia.” She rounds out the show with thoughts on the “Cornell 7,” government jobs statistics, the “Breaking Points” Reddit, and more…

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 criticism of conservative Christians over changes to SNAP benefits and examines what the new work requirements actually do. She digs into the latest developments in the death of Tasia Fortune and the troubling way the media is reporting on it. Emily rounds out the show by reacting to Greta Gerwig casting Meryl Streep as Aslan in “The Chronicles of Narnia” and explains why she believes the decision reveals a fundamental misunderstanding of C.S. Lewis’ Christian worldview. PreBorn: Dial #250 and say “BABY” or visit https://Preborn.com/EMILY 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 the grand jury report on the death of Mississippi teenager Nolan Wells and responds to Jasmine Crockett and Al Sharpton continuing to raise race in connection with the case. Finally, she reacts to Kara Swisher’s very public breakup with CNN and what it reveals about the declining importance of legacy cable news. ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/AFTERPARTY and use AFTERPARTY at checkout for 15% off any first-time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. PreBorn: Dial #250 and say “BABY” or visit https://Preborn.com/EMILY Cowboy Colostrum: Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code AFTERPARTY at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/afterparty

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 a coordinated campaign to protect powerful companies, and offers advice to young people moving to the D.C. area. She then responds to the flood of listener feedback about her conversations with Victor Davis Hanson and Tucker Carlson, reflecting on why she values hearing from people with sharply different perspectives who are genuinely trying to understand the world. Emily considers the argument that Trump’s tariffs and trade strategy should be judged by their long-term results. She also digs deeper into Tucker’s willingness to talk with eccentric and sometimes controversial people, his comments about Israel and collective punishment, and questions about the influence of pro-Israel donors in the Trump administration. Emily explains where she agrees and disagrees with Tucker while making the broader case for airing difficult conversations rather than retreating into political echo chambers. Emily also assesses Mitch McConnell’s legacy, including his Supreme Court victories and the damage she believes he did to the conservative grassroots. She rounds out the show with thoughts on The Chronicles of Narnia, why asking tough questions of powerful people remains central to what she is trying to do with the show, and more…

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 at Hunter Biden’s “Laptop” meme coin controversy and his dispute with Channel 5’s Andrew Callaghan. (3:42) The Counterrevolution (1:11:44) The Counterrevolution PreBorn: Dial #250 and say “BABY” or visit https://Preborn.com/EMILY SelectQuote: Compare top‑rated life insurance options. Visit https://SelectQuote.com/emily to get the right coverage at the right price. GhostBed: Discover how GhostBed’s cooling, pressure-relieving design can help you sleep more comfortably and wake up feeling refreshed, plus get an extra 10% off their lowest prices of the season at https://GhostBed.com/EMILY with code EMILY.