Episode
Part Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
1:06:12
Published: Tue Oct 19 2021
Description
Robert is again joined by Tom Reimann to discuss Morton Downey Junior. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
delves into a world of drugs, darkness, and conspiracy to uncover the truth behind these radio murders.
00:00 - 01:48 (01:48)
Summary
delves into a world of drugs, darkness, and conspiracy to uncover the truth behind these radio murders.
EpisodePart Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The transcript discusses Morton Downey Jr.'s early attempts at singing and his decision to pursue a career in radio.
01:52 - 07:49 (05:57)
Summary
The transcript discusses Morton Downey Jr.'s early attempts at singing and his decision to pursue a career in radio. It also touches upon his childhood and association with the Kennedy family.
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The rise of right-wing populism and the religious right in the '80s ushered in talk radio hosts like Rush Limbaugh and WDBO's Morton Downey Jr., who rode the wave to become controversial figures on the airwaves.
07:49 - 13:35 (05:45)
Summary
The rise of right-wing populism and the religious right in the '80s ushered in talk radio hosts like Rush Limbaugh and WDBO's Morton Downey Jr., who rode the wave to become controversial figures on the airwaves.
EpisodePart Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The controversial talk show host Wally George lost his third show after shouting racist slurs at a municipal court judge, while also spreading the writings of fascist cult leader Lyndon LaRouche.
13:35 - 17:57 (04:21)
Summary
The controversial talk show host Wally George lost his third show after shouting racist slurs at a municipal court judge, while also spreading the writings of fascist cult leader Lyndon LaRouche. LaRouche, who ran for president eight times and passed away this week, was known for his apocalyptic predictions and extremist views.
EpisodePart Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker describes Koh Tao as a paradise island and compares the appearance of someone to Shooter McGavin, describing him as the entertainment director on a bad cruise ship.
17:59 - 23:30 (05:31)
Summary
The speaker describes Koh Tao as a paradise island and compares the appearance of someone to Shooter McGavin, describing him as the entertainment director on a bad cruise ship.
EpisodePart Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The act of standing up and buttoning one's jacket can give a sense of bravado and false security, as if one is ready to fight.
23:31 - 27:20 (03:49)
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The act of standing up and buttoning one's jacket can give a sense of bravado and false security, as if one is ready to fight.
EpisodePart Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The episode features Joe Pine interviewing a vegan and making fun of them, which is a common theme in right-wing politics.
27:20 - 31:44 (04:23)
Summary
The episode features Joe Pine interviewing a vegan and making fun of them, which is a common theme in right-wing politics. The episode also features a comparison between Joe Pine's appearance and that of Ron Paul on the Morton Downey Jr. show.
EpisodePart Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
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The documentary examines the legacy of Morton Downey Jr. and his contribution to the rise of divisive, confrontational media personalities on television, featuring interviews with some of Morton's former audience members and associates.
31:45 - 35:25 (03:40)
Summary
The documentary examines the legacy of Morton Downey Jr. and his contribution to the rise of divisive, confrontational media personalities on television, featuring interviews with some of Morton's former audience members and associates.
EpisodePart Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The attraction to Jerry Springer's talk show was not necessarily rooted in his political views, but rather in the way he speaks and behaves on his show, providing a platform for young people to voice their opinions and frustrations.
35:25 - 38:00 (02:34)
Summary
The attraction to Jerry Springer's talk show was not necessarily rooted in his political views, but rather in the way he speaks and behaves on his show, providing a platform for young people to voice their opinions and frustrations.
EpisodePart Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
PodcastBehind the Bastards
One guest on Morton's show goes into an extended tirade about black on white crime statistics, which has become a talking point for the fascist right, but the statistics are flawed due to the error in reports admitted by the Justice Department and state officials.
38:00 - 43:08 (05:08)
Summary
One guest on Morton's show goes into an extended tirade about black on white crime statistics, which has become a talking point for the fascist right, but the statistics are flawed due to the error in reports admitted by the Justice Department and state officials.
EpisodePart Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker describes the beauty of Koh Tao, an island that looks like a paradise.
43:08 - 48:01 (04:53)
Summary
The speaker describes the beauty of Koh Tao, an island that looks like a paradise. They also mention a controversial lawsuit that left someone in debt for life.
EpisodePart Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
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Actor Jussie Smollett allegedly faked getting attacked by three skinheads to create a media controversy.
48:01 - 50:35 (02:33)
Summary
Actor Jussie Smollett allegedly faked getting attacked by three skinheads to create a media controversy. The police quickly revealed that the facts did not match Smollett's report, and he may face legal consequences for filing a false police report.
EpisodePart Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Media personalities can offset fundraising and name recognition advantages held by incumbents in primary elections, which leads to incivility and polarization among leaders in Washington.
50:35 - 54:57 (04:22)
Summary
Media personalities can offset fundraising and name recognition advantages held by incumbents in primary elections, which leads to incivility and polarization among leaders in Washington.
EpisodePart Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The text contains random statements about exclusive podcasts, seeds of racism, the Bahamas and the concept of friends, enemies and frenemies.
54:57 - 58:19 (03:21)
Summary
The text contains random statements about exclusive podcasts, seeds of racism, the Bahamas and the concept of friends, enemies and frenemies.
EpisodePart Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The hosts discuss the bizarre actions of actor Jussie Smollett and his plan to create a career resurgence by staging a hate crime.
58:19 - 59:33 (01:14)
Summary
The hosts discuss the bizarre actions of actor Jussie Smollett and his plan to create a career resurgence by staging a hate crime. The episode also includes a preview of a new true crime podcast about the assassination of three radio journalists in Miami.