Megyn Kelly is a perfect example of someone who is both a product and a perpetuator of generational trauma—particularly the kind that’s passed down through beauty standards, gender roles, and media power structures. She knows better. But she chooses otherwise. And here’s what that means in detail: Megyn came up in an industry that brutalized women for how they looked. She had to perform thinness, whiteness, femininity, and authority all at once—on national television, under studio lights, for male executives. Her success was conditional. She internalized those conditions. So yes, she’s a product of a system designed to pit women against each other and reward compliance with patriarchal beauty norms. When she left Fox News and became a national figure during the #MeToo movement, she had a rare opportunity to do something different. But instead, she pivoted to becoming a cultural critic of “wokeness,” weaponizing her platform against younger generations trying to heal from what she helped normalize. Being shaped by trauma doesn’t excuse passing it on. Kelly is part of a larger cultural virus: older generations gatekeeping womanhood, thinness, and acceptability by punishing younger women for refusing to inherit the same wounds. In criticizing Ariana Grande’s weight and appearance, Kelly’s not just expressing concern—she’s asserting control. She’s reinforcing a worldview where a woman’s worth is still tied to her ability to please, conform, and remain legible to the male gaze. The tragedy of Kelly’s behavior is that she’s not unaware. She’s not some naïve relic. She is a highly intelligent, media-savvy professional who knows the cost of public commentary on women’s bodies. And yet—she does it anyway. That’s what makes it so harmful. She’s stuck in the trauma loop, building new rooms inside of it—and inviting her viewers to move in. Kelly represents a broader discomfort many aging women feel watching a new generation rewrite the rules of femininity, power, and vulnerability. But instead of grieving that loss and growing into something freer, she lashes out. She clings to the very thing that harmed her—because it still feels like power.

Why do people listen to alternative narratives instead of the facts? How was it successful? They didn’t even find any nuclear weapons most likely because trump doesn’t know how to not write everything on his so called truth social. He is the most embarrassing failing president ever! Prices are up, even gas. People are disappearing without due process. Citizens are being beaten by his so called ICE as he deputized those that were jailed for insurrection. That’s why they wear masks. Fox constantly tells false narratives and now I see this. Also no truth value. What a joke! If you have the time to listen to what they make up, you certainly have the time to do your own research. It’s so embarrassing seeing how many people who are actually so clueless. I definitely won’t be back. Enjoy the fantasies that you’re being told. You are definitely not looking for facts if you are listening to this.

A not so pretty clown for the right.

I am so thankful for this podcast and all the information it brings. Unbiased and up to date!

I used to respect her intellect. She’s now littered her platform with gossip mongers and idiots that platform Tucker Carlson. What a disappointment. She’s become a media mogul that she once railed against.

I know you talk about ‘the troops’ and how much you support them. Why don’t you support an anti-war stance so they don’t have to fight and come home injured?

As Megyn said Bibi has been raising the Iran problem for decades. The reason Iran didn’t have the bomb ready is because 3 different times Israel used subterfuge to delay their advance. That needs to be said and you didn’t say it!!

Definitely have noticed a change in topics and, in my opinion, quality of coverage. There's even a discernible difference in voice, pace and tenor. It's your show for sure and it's very successful. Maybe I'll just read the podcast title and check and see if I want to listen rather than subscribing. I find that I skip far more than I listen, lately. Glad you're back.

I have listened to this show from day one, and it’s my go to for opinions from both sides. Megyn is an amazing interviewer and challenges guests when it’s needed. Which is why I decided to review today after all this time. That guy was out of line by suggesting Megyn said something based solely on viewers. And then the quick retort pointing out her credentials vs his had me laughing so hard I had to pull over. Keep the episodes coming please, you are doing important work. “You may have been number 26 but….” 🤣

Love you Megyn!

While covering a broad range of topics, I’ve never noticed MK to play second fiddle to any guest, regardless of their qualifications. However, as another reviewer intimated, she is increasingly bordering on Jerry Springer territory! Clearly, this world has expanded her brand and she’s cashing in, but this is also why I’ll go entire weeks not catching a single episode. Oh well…

I’m just a dumb fly over state guy. Wouldn’t it be weird if we found out that Israel had nuclear weapons?’Just kiddin’ there’s NO way that could be the case. I loooove Netanyahu and condone his destruction of the peeps in Gaza. I’m glad my kids don’t live there, but I’m sure you’re enjoying the death of all these children. You’re a lot grosser than I imagined.

Megan - MK podcast is my go-to listen. Where are you? Riots throughout the country and war in the Middle East and we get Blake Lively and a pre-recorded Doug cast.

All of the celebrity gossip and true crime is bland. Plenty of other options for that kind of coverage. Like other reviews I’m starting to skip days consistently waiting for coverage of topics that interest me. Megan Markle and Blake Lively Michele Obama etc…are not on the list.

It seems to me like Megyn has become more of a mean girl lately. She sounds like a junior high mean girl when it comes to Megyn Marcel and Blake Lively. Once in a while would be ok, but it really has gone way beyond that. Also she has dramatically increased her use of the fornication slang word. It is just not needed as often as it comes out. Both of these issues really cheapens her show. What a shame.

I’ve listened to all of your newsworthy podcasts for at least five years until your recent changes. The addition of morning update with more adds than news and your feed interspersed with people you now sponsor is frustrating. Your harping criticism of other celebrities is vacuous, petty and beneath your dignity. You’re better than that. Get back to basics. You have no peer for objective journalism when you’re on point and doing your job. It feels like you don’t have enough content so you’re using the other stuff for filler. Your bid to franchise your brand this way is likely to loose other loyal listeners like me. If you need time with family cut back to three podcasts per week, don’t dilute your quality. Respectfully, A true admirer

Was great at exposing the left in recent years, but now will hardly cover the current administration at all (ie tariffs, gifted plane, Gaza, protests, Iran 🦗🦗🦗) Instead, covers Megan Markle, Diddy, and Biden. I mistook Megan as impartial, but she is clearly avoiding important topics. This is on par with TMZ.

Megyn is pushing far right propaganda, so beware what she’s telling you.

I always enjoyed the Megyn Kelly podcast when it was Megyn. Not so much now that others are filling in on the shows.

Thanks for the content. It's a new world for media...and I'm loving it.

Get back to talking politics. The celebrity stuff is getting old.!!!

Charlatan

Megyn Kelly is on vacation right now, and I hope she is having a great time with her family and getting the break she needs, BUT — I cannot wait for her return. I am a 28 year old southern, center leaning conservative and I have never had my eyes more opened to the blunt and honest truth that is delivered in these podcasts. Thank you, Megyn, for standing up so strong and having the sense of duty to give the U.S. real news. I finally feel good about the news again and I'm so pleased to relate and understand someone who is leading the pack in truth in the media. Not to mention it's so relaxing to listen to her. I hope to always have a Megyn Kelly in the news spotlight giving us the full truth of our world.

I've listened for a while faithfully, but in the last couple weeks, I've started skipping episodes because the coverage of Diddy, Lively and other Celebs doesn't represent enough of the issues I care about. Megyn I hope you can return to balanced coverage of national news. You are talented.

All Lies, No Truth

You admitted to Botox and looks like you had rhinoplasty (albeit bad). A woman puts on a body suit to dance in and you have a talking point about her age?

This is a great podcast! Informative, gives both sides of a topic and love her willingness to be real and drop some necessary F Bombs!

I listen everyday! This show has become my #1 source for news. Really enjoying the morning news podcast as well. Thank you!

Just look through the podcast titles. RIOTS in LA? Remember learning about primary and secondary sources in school? Primary sources directly contradict the narrative here. The longer megyn’s and Fox News’ viewers keep watching, the more okay they’re going to have to be with taking on the title of “willfully ignorant”.

I’m trying to listen to this podcast to stay open and to be exposed to the way the political right in this country is hearing information. You are doing yourself a disservice if you listen to this and also don’t listen to a podcast that falls to the political left. Both are so emotionally caught up in their “side” The truth always falls somewhere in the middle. Don’t be a fool and accept this podcast as the truth. If you’re having an emotional reaction to reading this, it’s because you know you I am correct. Give it a try - it’s your duty in order to be a good citizen in this country right now.

Obnoxious, cruel, misinformation

“I eat, like, once a day.” “Fatties are just jealous of our discipline.” What in the pro-ana nonsense are you and the Red Scare women promoting? There’s a middle ground between obesity and whatever you’re currently engaging in. Find a new, non- fatist doctor.

Great job!

Remember the tyranny gov. Newscum unleashed on his people under Covid?

Stop having RedScare on. They add nothing and it’s the only time I turn the show off. I can’t take it.

Shame for having these bigots using autism as a derogatory term.

Please don’t have the Red Scare ladies on anymore. They are such dummies and have nothing intelligent or insightful to say. The strange way they speak in that slow cadence just makes them more unbearable. And then giving them alcohol on top of it? Will definitely avoid any future episodes with these two dimwits.

Megyn is expanding her empire and the quality of her product has sadly declined as a result. “More tabloid than news” should be her new slogan. And the new hosts in her empire? No thanks. Haven’t heard anything interesting from any of them. I’m also tired of being spammed with episodes from these others, who I do not want to listen to, and the horribly useless “Morning Update.” I may download individual episodes that look interesting, but I’m unsubscribing to avoid the garbage. Bye, Megyn. I was here from the start, but no more.

It has an impact.

Please curtail your personal obsession. Your true loyal audience could not care any less about Meaghan Markel and I always disappointed in my listening time being taken up with this nonsense only giving more airtime to her when there are so many more interesting and important subjects that you could be lending your time and wisdom too please stop with her

Please eliminate Glen from your guest list. I can buy the consenting argument, but not when you’re a parent.

My go-to for staying informed while having a good laugh. I love her energy, her guests, and the way she makes every episode both smart and fun. I never miss a day!

You compared KJP’s intellect to a goat. Wrong. I am a licensed veterinarian. Goats are actually pretty smart. KJP is so-much-dumber. ;) Keep up the terrific reporting. Love you and your show so much.

Karine Jean Pierre has more talent than you Megyn. That’s why she made it to the big time while you made it to Fox. Don’t hate your betters. Learn.

What an weak person to be so awful. You’re a lame liar. I hope this finds you well🤮🤮🤮🤮

Always interesting the first podcast of the day for me. Great producers great topics I am never disappointed at the end. KJP you hit the nail on the head when you said she is dumber than dirt! She better be careful if she hears a wood chipper firing up.

I almost never disagree with Megyn and not to uplift Markle 😂 BUT my husband keeps bees. First it’s easy cuz you just build/buy the boxes and the bees do all the work. You just extract some a couple times a year. I take a spoonful of honey daily and he does not. I have no allergy issues and he sometimes needs a Claritin. I personally believe it works. Where we live the pollen is horrendous so for me to be unbothered is amazing. Love you though! I’m sorry to disagree.

Megyn, please, please, please stop platforming Stephen A. Myth. He is bad news and a liar.

With love your part of the problem with your blind allegiance to the foreign country and today that is co-op that this government of ours. Shallow claims of antisemitism.

MK is my favorite podcast… I listen to MK guest daily… The MK network is even better… Thank you MK for being honest and bold and smart. You are the beaming light at the end of a dark woke tunnel...