Gotta admit: This was fun! Tina Nguyen, national correspondent for Puck and author of THE MAGA DIARIES, gives us an inside look at the complexities within the right-wing movement, Trump's influence, the dynamics at play in today’s Republican party and her behind-the-scenes perspective at different political events (yes, those events). She also talks about what it was like to write this book and her approach to handling social media and online interactions. Oh, and Corey couldn’t help asking Tina about working for Tucker Carlson, the influence he wields and how she views him today. Tina’s so candid about the worlds she’s navigated, whether it's the conservative movement on campuses, the siloed ecosystem of right-wing media and even fringe ideas like the Convention of States initiative. It was also good to hear how Tina found a foothold beyond those early experiences and into other publications like Vanity Fair, Mediaite, Politico and now Puck.
00:05 Introduction to Tina Nguyen;
04:43 Understanding the Dynamics of the Activist Right;
14:35 The Influence of Media on Politics;
21:52 The Impact of Tucker Carlson on American Discourse;
31:25 Reflecting on Personal and Professional Trajectories;
38:59 Influence and Social Pressure in DC;
41:10 The Consequences of Speaking Out;
46:07 The Importance of Relationships in Career Development;
48:40 The Challenges of Social Media and Public Perception;
53:55 The Threat of the Convention of States
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