Staff Reports
Megyn Kelly stands as a shining example of why attempts to deplatform individuals in the digital age are about as effective as a screen door on a submarine. After her dramatic exit from NBC in 2018—thanks to a meltdown over a trivial blackface comment—many believed her career was dead and buried. It seemed downright ironic given that the network was home to liberal icons like Rachel Maddow and Lawrence O’Donnell, who could probably turn a mundane recipe into a hot-button issue.
Despite walking away with a cool $30 million settlement, the leftist media mafia certainly had the vibe of “see you later” when it came to Kelly’s future. Little did they know that their grip on the broadcasting world was starting to slip faster than a greased pig at a county fair. As trust in mainstream media plummeted, Americans began tuning into alternative voices, and Kelly was about to seize her opportunity like a hawk on a field mouse.
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Fast forward to today, and Kelly has transformed her career, becoming an internet powerhouse on platforms like YouTube and SiriusXM satellite radio. Reports indicate that her podcast and show are now among the most popular in the country, raking in viewership that rivals legacy media outlets. Who needs NBC when you can reach a broader audience in one click? Kelly’s savvy move to pivot to podcasting after her NBC exile has clearly paid dividends, proving that bad press can sometimes lead to great success.
In a staggering display of online popularity, the Megyn Kelly Show’s YouTube channel saw 2.3 million subscribers and a whopping 116.8 million views just last July. That’s over 38 million more views than NBC News managed to gather. In a media landscape where mainstream outlets are gradually being eclipsed, Kelly’s figures tell the clear story: people are hungry for something different, and she is more than happy to serve it up.
What is particularly striking is how Kelly reflects a broader trend in media, where not just conservatives but other figures like Tucker Carlson have embraced the digital frontier. After urging Carlson to jump ship from his cushy contract with Fox, he took the plunge and now thrives on Twitter/X. It’s a testament to the fact that free speech doesn’t flourish behind paywalls or network logos; it thrives in the bustling venues of the internet.
Ultimately, the failure of legacy media to contain voices like Kelly’s has only energized the alternative landscape. The establishment’s efforts to silence dissenting views won’t stand the test of time. In this new age of digital communication, it appears that revenge is indeed sweet, especially for those who refuse to play by the left’s fading playbook. Kelly demonstrates that when the media establishment shuts one door, the internet promptly opens a trap door to something far better.
