Initial Reactions to "Bombshell"

• 🎬 The panel, including Megyn Kelly, Juliet Huddy, Rudy Back TR, and Doug Brunt, shares their reactions to the movie "Bombshell," noting that while some aspects were accurate, others took liberties.
• 🎭 They found it surreal and emotional to see their experiences portrayed without their direct involvement, with some feeling the movie let Roger Ailes off too easily.
• 🌟 The actresses portraying them were discussed, with mixed feelings about whether they fully captured the essence of the individuals.

Discrepancies and Inaccuracies in the Film

• ❓ The group points out several factual inaccuracies in the movie, such as the depiction of Megyn Kelly running her debate question by the Murdochs and Roger Ailes liking the Trump question for controversy.
• 🗣️ They emphasize that Roger Ailes was angry about the debate question and did not support "female empowerment stuff."
• 📰 The film's portrayal of Irena Briganti planting hit pieces is described as accurate, contrasting with other inaccuracies.

Personal Experiences with Sexual Harassment

• 💔 The emotional impact of reliving these experiences is palpable, with the "elevator scene" being particularly triggering and causing tears for many.
• 🏢 Experiences with sexual harassment at Fox News varied, but the common thread was the power dynamic and the difficulty of navigating these situations.
• 💡 The women highlight patterns of harassment, often not recognized as such when experienced individually.

Specific Accounts of Harassment

• 💼 Juliet Huddy recounts being asked to show her hotel room by Brian Wilson, leading to her career being derailed after she refused.
• 🎤 Julie Zann describes Roger Ailes's inappropriate comments about her lingerie and his expectation of oral sex, which she refused, leading to her termination.
• 🔊 Rudy Back TR shares her experience with Bill O'Reilly, including him pleasuring himself on speakerphone while she was with her mother, and the subsequent loss of her career and home.

The "Spin" and "Twirl" Demands

• 🔄 The "spin" scene, where women were asked to twirl, is discussed as a demeaning experience, with some complying due to career pressures.
• ⚖️ Megyn Kelly recounts being asked to twirl despite her professional achievements, highlighting the power imbalance and the demeaning nature of the request.
• 👠 Kelly also notes that even when dressed professionally, like a lawyer, she was still subjected to harassment, emphasizing that it's about power, not attire.

Roger Ailes's Downfall and Aftermath

• 📢 Gretchen Carlson's public allegations against Roger Ailes in 2016 are discussed as a turning point.
• 🤝 The women express initial loyalty to Ailes, who had helped their careers, but ultimately decided to come forward after realizing the investigation was limited.
• 📰 Megyn Kelly's name being leaked to the press after speaking with investigators is highlighted as an isolating experience, with a "me too" message from another colleague offering crucial solidarity.

The #MeToo Movement and Its Impact

• 🌟 The panel discusses the #MeToo movement's origins from these events and criticizes the movie's portrayal of victim-blaming.
• ⚖️ They advocate for due process and proportionality within the #MeToo movement, acknowledging that while most accusations are valid, some women do lie.
• 🚀 The collective courage of women coming forward is credited with moving society closer to preventing future harassment.

Payouts and Justice

• 💰 The significant payouts received by Roger Ailes and Bill O'Reilly are contrasted with the career and financial ruin experienced by the accusers.
• 🚫 The panel questions whether the punishment fit the crime, with some arguing Ailes should have been fired for cause and received no payout.
• ✨ Despite the financial disparities, some believe Ailes's reputation and power were taken away, serving as a form of justice.