A Reckoning for Steven Galloway
Summary
Jesse Brown reflects on his coverage of the Stephen Galloway case, acknowledging the author’s recent legal victories and expressing regret for his earlier harsh tone, while maintaining that his media criticism of Brad Cran’s journalism was valid. He discusses the complexities of the #MeToo movement and the threat of social death, noting how his own experiences have fostered greater empathy for Galloway. The episode also covers Danielle Smith’s decision to pause infill housing in Edmonton, a move championed by former MP Rahim Jaffer, and briefly touches on Chrystia Freeland’s new book.
Topics discussed
Intro: Galloway, Smith, and Freeland topics
Sponsors and guest introduction
Jesse Brown's final weeks and podcast future
Margaret Atwood email and Jesse's defense
Background on the Galloway case and UBC
Summary of allegations and the Boyd report
Literary community split and Marsha Lederman's story
Voicemail details and 'Rooney train' incident
Galloway's career decline and current libel suit
Transition to analyzing the Quillette article
Sponsors: Article and Mod
Analysis of 'Payback Time' and Jesse's role
Christy Blatchford's past comments and media impact
Reviewing Jesse's original coverage and errors
Due process, union grievances, and corrections
Supporters' vindication and Jesse's 'apostate' status
Purity tests, reputation, and the 'perfect victim'
Empathy for Galloway's suffering and mental health
Believing women vs. weaponized accusations
Mod sponsor segment
Duly Noted: Rahim Jaffer and Edmonton infill housing
Duly Noted: Christy Freeland's book on Trudeau
Outro, credits, and final sponsor
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