Megyn Kelly wants her own platform free from the constraints of working for mainstream media
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No one should be surprised Kelly isn’t interested in returning to network news. The name of her new digital platform, Devil May Care Media, says it all. But in case there was any doubt, a source recently told Page Six, “There’s no way she’d ever go back to a big corporate … legacy media [outlet]. She loves the authenticity and freedom of having her own direct channel.”
In a press release on her site, this viewpoint is made crystal clear, describing Devil May Care Media as an independent media company. “Devil May Care Media will produce content including podcasts and other shows discussing the latest news, current events, legal and cultural issues with the same tough, fair, smart perspective that has made Kelly one of America’s most respected broadcast journalists,” the site details. The release also explains, “With the launch of her company, Kelly will have a new platform for connecting directly with her audience without the constraints or political agendas of other media outlets, with Kelly herself commenting.” Meanwhile, Kelly herself comments, “Every journalist’s dream is to cover the biggest stories and talk to the most interesting people without the shadow of a politicized media institution hanging over them. That’s what I’m about to do. With Devil May Care Media, I answer only to my audience and my conscience. Those who like what I have to say will find the experience deeply rewarding. Those who don’t can look elsewhere.”
Megyn Kelly Revealed She’ll Never Return To Mainstream Media. Here’s Why
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By Melissa Willets/Nov. 13, 2020 4:03 pm EST
Of course, then Kelly infamously went to NBC to host the third hour of the Today show. But a year later, an NBC spokesperson would tell USA Today, “‘Megyn Kelly Today’ is not returning. Next week, the 9 a.m. hour will be hosted by other TODAY co-anchors.” According to the outlet, “lackluster” ratings and Kelly’s controversial on-air comments ultimately led to her departure.
Today, Kelly is going in a different direction, away from mainstream media, and according to a source, she will never go back.
Megyn Kelly wants her own platform free from the constraints of working for mainstream media
Phillip Faraone/Getty Images
No one should be surprised Kelly isn’t interested in returning to network news. The name of her new digital platform, Devil May Care Media, says it all. But in case there was any doubt, a source recently told Page Six, “There’s no way she’d ever go back to a big corporate … legacy media [outlet]. She loves the authenticity and freedom of having her own direct channel.”
In a press release on her site, this viewpoint is made crystal clear, describing Devil May Care Media as an independent media company. “Devil May Care Media will produce content including podcasts and other shows discussing the latest news, current events, legal and cultural issues with the same tough, fair, smart perspective that has made Kelly one of America’s most respected broadcast journalists,” the site details. The release also explains, “With the launch of her company, Kelly will have a new platform for connecting directly with her audience without the constraints or political agendas of other media outlets, with Kelly herself commenting.” Meanwhile, Kelly herself comments, “Every journalist’s dream is to cover the biggest stories and talk to the most interesting people without the shadow of a politicized media institution hanging over them. That’s what I’m about to do. With Devil May Care Media, I answer only to my audience and my conscience. Those who like what I have to say will find the experience deeply rewarding. Those who don’t can look elsewhere.”
In a press release on her site, this viewpoint is made crystal clear, describing Devil May Care Media as an independent media company. “Devil May Care Media will produce content including podcasts and other shows discussing the latest news, current events, legal and cultural issues with the same tough, fair, smart perspective that has made Kelly one of America’s most respected broadcast journalists,” the site details.
The release also explains, “With the launch of her company, Kelly will have a new platform for connecting directly with her audience without the constraints or political agendas of other media outlets, with Kelly herself commenting.” Meanwhile, Kelly herself comments, “Every journalist’s dream is to cover the biggest stories and talk to the most interesting people without the shadow of a politicized media institution hanging over them. That’s what I’m about to do. With Devil May Care Media, I answer only to my audience and my conscience. Those who like what I have to say will find the experience deeply rewarding. Those who don’t can look elsewhere.”
