PBD Podcast – Kari Lake | PBD Podcast | Ep. 307

Intro

In this episode of the PBD Podcast, host Pat Bet-David interviews Kari Lake, a former news anchor and politician. They discuss Kari’s career in media, her political journey, election fraud allegations, and the state of the media industry. Kari shares her insights on the changing landscape of journalism and the need for balance in reporting. She also addresses the border crisis in Arizona and her plans for the future.

Main Takeaways

Kari Lake’s Career and Political Journey

• Kari Lake, youngest of nine children, worked in media for 30 years before getting into politics.
• Kari Lake ran for governor of Arizona and had a record-breaking debate with opponent Katie Hobbs.
• Reports suggest Kari Lake may run for Senate in 2024.
• Kari Lake discusses election fraud allegations in Arizona and her own political evolution from Republican to Democrat to Republican again.
• Kari Lake has made viral clips and received criticism from figures like Obama, Clinton, and Holder.

The Changing Media Landscape

• Kari Lake grew up in rural Iowa with a work ethic, coming from a poor family of nine children.
• She worked her way up to becoming the number one news face and name in Arizona for 22 years.
• During COVID, Kari realized her industry had changed and was no longer journalism, prompting her to walk away from her career and a seven-figure contract.
• Kari saw a stark difference in how the media treated Obama and Trump, going from lap dogs for Obama to attack dogs with Trump.
• Kari’s colleagues and friends in the newsroom were critical of Trump’s speech when he came down the escalator, calling it racist and awful.

The Need for Balance in Media

• Being a conservative in the news business is difficult because most people in newsrooms are liberal, and it’s hard to bring balance to editorial meetings.
• Media companies are using the same exact script, leading to questions of who is directing them to use certain trigger words.
• The media is controlled by a few conglomerates who own multiple stations across the country.
• Sinclair attempted to show balance by releasing a statement, but it backfired as all stations said the exact same thing in unison.
• Alternative media, such as podcasts, are becoming increasingly popular due to the lack of balance in mainstream media.

Election Fraud Allegations and Border Crisis in Arizona

• Kari’s latest lawsuit seeks to review early ballot envelopes and signatures in Maricopa County, but faces opposition from officials.
• Lake’s opponent refused to debate and has been criticized for unethical behavior in government, while Lake has a strong border policy.
• Some governors are now acknowledging the border crisis, two years after Lake’s plan was put forth.
• Cartels are in control of Arizona and have infiltrated positions of power.
• Election fraud occurred in Arizona and affected the outcome of the election.

Summary

Kari Lake’s Career and Political Journey

Kari Lake, a former news anchor and politician, shares her journey from working in media for 30 years to running for governor of Arizona. She discusses her record-breaking debate with opponent Katie Hobbs and the possibility of running for Senate in 2024. Kari also delves into election fraud allegations in Arizona and her own political evolution from Republican to Democrat to Republican again. Despite facing criticism from prominent figures like Obama, Clinton, and Holder, Kari has made viral clips and continues to be a prominent voice in the political landscape.

The Changing Media Landscape

Kari Lake reflects on her upbringing in rural Iowa and her rise to becoming the number one news face in Arizona for 22 years. However, during COVID, she realized that the media industry had changed and was no longer focused on journalism. This realization led her to walk away from her career and a seven-figure contract. Kari highlights the stark difference in how the media treated Obama and Trump, with the media transitioning from being supportive of Obama to being critical of Trump. She also discusses the challenges of being a conservative in a predominantly liberal newsroom.

The Need for Balance in Media

Kari Lake emphasizes the lack of balance in mainstream media, with media companies using the same script and trigger words. She points out that a few conglomerates control the media landscape, raising questions about who directs their messaging. Kari mentions Sinclair’s failed attempt to show balance, as all stations released the exact same statement. As a result, alternative media platforms like podcasts are gaining popularity as they provide a more balanced perspective. Kari highlights the importance of bringing balance to editorial meetings and challenging the prevailing narrative.

Election Fraud Allegations and Border Crisis in Arizona

Kari Lake discusses her latest lawsuit seeking to review early ballot envelopes and signatures in Maricopa County, despite facing opposition from officials. She highlights her opponent’s refusal to debate and unethical behavior in government, contrasting it with her strong border policy. Kari emphasizes the need for governors to address the border crisis, which she had proposed two years ago. She raises concerns about cartels infiltrating positions of power in Arizona and the occurrence of election fraud that impacted the outcome of the election.

Conclusion

In this episode, Kari Lake provides insights into her career in media and politics, discussing election fraud allegations and the changing media landscape. She emphasizes the need for balance in media and challenges the prevailing narrative in mainstream outlets. Kari also addresses the border crisis in Arizona and highlights the importance of fair elections. As alternative media platforms gain popularity, Kari’s perspective offers a fresh take on the state of journalism and the political landscape.