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The New York Times Rejection and Declaring War on Legacy Media
from Gash Digital · #56
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4 minTim recounts getting a polite pass from a New York Times journalist, then goes on an extended rant mocking journalists' self-importance and declaring the show doesn't need sources or credibility to compete with mainstream reporting.
- 14:14Tim jokes about showing up at Sean Hannity's house with a gun to pressure him onto the show, then advises listeners not to threaten anyone's family.
- 15:09A New York Times journalist rejected Tim's interview request, leading him to declare war on legacy media outlets.
- 15:39Tim addresses legacy media as "antiquated old media fucks" and demands they sit down for interviews.
- 16:11He dismisses Ivy League credentials and connections, saying he doesn't care about a journalist's pedigree.
- 16:22Tim's declaration: the show doesn't need sources, credible reporting, journalistic talent, skill, or ethics.
- 16:47He argues his interviews are better than 90% of professional journalism, citing the CIA episode as proof.
- 17:01Guest points out Tim's appearance and demeanor—his sweating, creepy behavior, and mysterious bag—are off-putting to interview subjects.
- 17:29Tim struggles to figure out how to convince established journalists that he's a legitimate platform worth appearing on.
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