Megyn Kelly SPIKES Jan. 6 Pipe Bomb Interview with Journalist Steve Baker? Live with Steve!
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In this intense episode of Viva Frei's podcast, the host dives deep into the controversial fallout surrounding investigative journalist Steve Baker's interview with Megyn Kelly, which was ultimately not aired. Baker, formerly of The Blaze, recounts being fired after refusing to retract a story accusing CIA employee Shawnee Kirkhoff of planting a pipe bomb on January 6th. Despite the story being retracted by The Blaze under pressure, Baker maintains it was accurate and that the retraction was a result of fear from Claire Locke, a prominent defamation law firm. He reveals that the interview with Kelly—originally planned as a live, two-hour segment—was pre-recorded and later canceled after extensive legal review, with Kelly's team citing 'independent standards' and lack of access to certain sources as reasons. Baker suspects pressure from Locke or political figures like Dan Bongino and Kash Patel, and believes the interview was suppressed due to its explosive content. He also discusses the use of gait analysis to link Kirkhoff to the bomber footage, the FBI's questionable handling of video evidence, and the broader implications of media suppression and institutional corruption. The episode ends with Baker launching a crowdfunding campaign via GiveSendGo to continue his investigative work independently, while emphasizing his commitment to truth over clicks or political loyalty.
The Megyn Kelly interview with Steve Baker was canceled after being pre-recorded, despite extensive preparation and a promise of full airing.
Baker was fired from The Blaze for refusing to retract a story accusing Shawnee Kirkhoff of planting a January 6th pipe bomb, despite the story being retracted under legal pressure.
Gait analysis evidence strongly links Kirkhoff to the pipe bomber footage, but the FBI has not conducted a comparative analysis between her and Brian Cole Jr.
The Blaze's retraction was not based on factual errors but on fear of litigation from Claire Locke, a high-profile defamation law firm.
Baker believes the suppression of the interview was due to pressure from powerful figures and institutions, not journalistic standards.
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The Internet's Toxicity and the Steve Baker Drama
Viva Frei opens the episode by illustrating the hostility and performative outrage he faces online, using a heated exchange with an anonymous user named '279er' to demonstrate how internet discourse often devolves into personal attacks rather than substantive debate. He reflects on the frustration of being labeled a 'clickbait jackass' for seeking truth.
Steve Baker's Firing from The Blaze
“I determined I was no longer an employee. That is where I would argue it's effective constructive dismissal.”
The Megyn Kelly Interview: What Was Suppressed?
“We are not able to air the interview at this time. We appreciate you taking the time to do this and hope you understand that we have tried to get this to a point where we could clear our independent standards for air.”
The Gait Analysis Evidence and the FBI's Cover-Up
“It's not just the foot, but this is the most, I'd say from your perspective, the easiest thing to explain to people. The first time.”
The Role of Claire Locke and Legal Pressure
Baker discusses the immense influence of Claire Locke, a law firm known for targeting media outlets with defamation lawsuits. He believes they pressured The Blaze to retract the story and may have influenced Kelly’s decision not to air the interview. He emphasizes that no legal action has been taken against him, despite the retraction.
“I'm ready for that. Whether it's at a deposition table, in front of a courtroom, or in front of a congressional hearing.”
“The FBI has not conducted a comparative gait analysis between Brian Cole Jr. and the pipe bomber. That’s not just negligence—it’s a cover-up.”
“We are not able to air the interview at this time. We appreciate you taking the time to do this and hope you understand that we have tried to get this to a point where we could clear our independent standards for air.”
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Steve Baker
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Viva Frei
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Shawnee Kirkhoff
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Megyn Kelly
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Brian Cole Jr.
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The Blaze
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FBI
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Claire Locke
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Joe Hanneman
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Glenn Beck
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