Staff Reports
Chris Cuomo, the fallen CNN personality, found himself in the hot seat recently during an interview with the witty Tucker Carlson. Cuomo, who was booted from his position after being caught advising his brother, then-Governor Andrew Cuomo, on how to handle allegations of misconduct, wanted to know why Carlson had been lashing out at him post his CNN departure.
Carlson, never one to hold back, candidly admitted to taking shots at Cuomo because, well, it was effortless and, frankly, he’s not a fan of CNN. The banter continued as Carlson cheekily teased Cuomo about his social media posts, poking fun at his mask-wearing selfies and weightlifting pics. Despite the uncomfortable exchange, Carlson didn’t shy away from owning up to the “cheap shots” he directed at Cuomo.
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The rendezvous between the two polarizing figures didn’t escalate into a full-blown quarrel, but it certainly left viewers on the edge of their seats. Interestingly, the interview took place on Carlson’s exclusive web series, where viewers need to subscribe for extra content – a smart move to boost his fan base and stick it to mainstream media outlets like CNN.
Now, Cuomo is trying to make a comeback at NewsNation, a smaller network grabbing attention from underdog presidential candidates. However, let’s face it: he’ll never reach the pinnacles of success he once enjoyed at CNN. His former network is scrambling to keep afloat amid sinking ratings and shaky ad revenue. Maybe it’s a blessing in disguise for Cuomo to be out of the sinking ship that is CNN.
In essence, the Cuomo-Carlson showdown served as a reminder of the cutthroat world of media and the pitfalls of playing favorites. Here’s a tip for Cuomo: next time, watch out for who you’re giving advice to – especially when it’s your own brother, who’s facing serious allegations. It’s a tough lesson, but one he won’t forget anytime soon.
