Mr.Moore... saying a bunch of shit your audience wants to hear is what FOX does.... WTF are you doing? I see zero reporting of this. Did I miss some disclaimer? Are you a fan of Orson Well's War of the Worlds? We deserve better..
My wife and I rejoiced to the point of tears at the news - simultaneously we were dumfounded as to why we hadn't heard anything about this yet. Unlike Fox listeners, we immediately fact checked as it seemed too great to be true - nothing anywhere. Then we read the comments. We all make mistakes, but this is, perhaps, unforgivable. So disappointing in this not being real, so disappointing in the decision to do it. It's depressing. We don't understand why it was done. From two Canadians who struggle to remain hopeful for your society.
Maybe a disclaimer at the start would have been better because this seemed to piss people off. But once Tucker called himself a dick, I knew this was fiction. It just got wilder and more unbelievable.
Yep, no disagreement, it became obvious it was a lark. This does not negate the sense of a massive let-down. And, yes, a disclaimer up front would have been better. See my second post:
Following up on my previous comment, I'm certainly not dismissing the incredible work that Michael has done, nor will I be cancelling my subscription. However, as I said, I was really disappointed that Micheal chose to do this, and not because I'm humourless, gullible, or don't appreciate satire. For the few seconds this seemed real, I was elated. For the few minutes it took to to verify my suspicion this wasn't a dream come true, painful. Seems a lot of Micheal's subscribers are as unimpressed by this as I am. I don't condemn, belittle, or judge those who were fine with this podcast. It's further sadness, however that those on this thread who disagree with me don't seem to hold the same degree of respect for my opinion. Truly sad that this podcast has added further division in a society that can not afford any more. Your Canadian friends.
I apologize for any American display of disrespect toward your comments, they were thoughtful and well articulated. We Americans can become very emotionally reactive/explosive, which is what has us all living in a powder keg culture of lies. This was not fun or funny and I typically love a good laugh. You are better than this, Michael.
I fell for this. I am really bummed. I believed it all-- I yelled through the house, Fox News is off the Air. They have capitulated. You shouldn't do this to us, Michael. You just produced fake news yourself. Are we your listeners as gullible as the Fox News believers! Please set the record straight.
That you fell for this is ENTIRELY the point Michael Moore was trying to make. It is a brilliant piece of satire. See how easily we fall for it, just as Fox viewers licked up and devoured all the lies.
Yes, I get that. But he has never purported to be a satirist. And he could have just said here is my fantasy. Then we could have enjoyed the whole diatribe. He will lose some of his regulars over this. I will bet on that.
Excellent analysis Jane! I posted the same type of analysis, making fun out of FOX NEWS, don’t take anything about FOX NEWS seriously. Yes, we human creatures are susceptible to reaction instead of proaction. We must teach ourselves to think before acting out.
Yes, if we grasshoppers are to advance as a species we must be smarter than the average bear!
It was obviously satire AFTER about 7 minutes, but BEFORE that, it sounded like such good news, I paused the podcast and shared the news and was made to feel like an idiot.
Same here. I started to tell my boyfriend and then said “Wait a minute. Put FOX on.” Sure enough, there it was big as life! FOX WAS still on the air. The only other people that listen to Michael Moore’s podcast that I know are my sister and my daughter. My sister listened to it and felt as confused as I was. A few disappointed fans here too Michael!
I’m with the “Nutrition Magician”. I’ve been searching up and down trying to verify this story of yours. If it were true, it would be ALL OVER every other news channel, as well as the internet. It’s not, - and I’ve spent a bit of time searching for some sort of corroboration. And it’s not April Fool’s day either. So, what gives? I can’t say that I’m either impressed or enlightened with this particular segment of yours Michael; care to explain?
Tell me which of these you thought was real: A hologram of Roger Ailes from years ago before he passed away making a confession about how bad Fox News was going to be, or the pixelated photo showing oral sex between two important Fox people, or Murdoch taking out a sword to commit suicide thereby making himself a hero, but missing the sword because his hand slipped and he then had to be carried off the set? Or any of the other ridiculous scenes Michael painted? What was even remotely believable about this?
I was hip to the charade by the time of those scenes. But at the beginning, it sounded real and was astonishing enough, that I paused it to tell others about it.
Not funny at all. Coming from you, I expected truth. It didn’t happen but you managed to get me optimistic for a few minutes. Don’t April Fool us again. You owe us all an apology.
I'm sorry, but there is NOTHING on Media Matters about this. It is NOT FUNNY. It is heartbreaking. I almost got my hopes up only to have them dashed by an easy to research display of your duplicity. Yes, there were some giveaways, but only in the last five minutes. I do not find this amusing, Mike. Really. I suppose this was a birthday present to yourself--a nice little fantasy at the expense of your longtime listeners. It would have been funnier if you'd taken the time to create a fake broadcast such as you describe. Now it's just a sad, sad gut punch.
Happy Birthday MM! I am completely confused by your Rumble today--is it your birthday wish or a dream? I don't see any reporting on this and Fixed is still very much on air. What's going on?
Mr.Moore.. obviously you Punk'd us... standard Internet practice calls for me to call you some names then cancel my subscription... I won't let you off that easily... WHY did you do this? We deserve an explanation.. Answer us...
Also confused. I’m assuming it’s your own way of enjoying your birthday because it must be a Saturday Night Live video you’re describing. Please remember that we all trust you to tell us the truth. Many Happy Returns🎂
Mr.Moore... saying a bunch of shit your audience wants to hear is what FOX does.... WTF are you doing? I see zero reporting of this. Did I miss some disclaimer? Are you a fan of Orson Well's War of the Worlds? We deserve better..
We DO deserve better after all we've endured...I'm through with MM
It’s an Orson move.
My wife and I rejoiced to the point of tears at the news - simultaneously we were dumfounded as to why we hadn't heard anything about this yet. Unlike Fox listeners, we immediately fact checked as it seemed too great to be true - nothing anywhere. Then we read the comments. We all make mistakes, but this is, perhaps, unforgivable. So disappointing in this not being real, so disappointing in the decision to do it. It's depressing. We don't understand why it was done. From two Canadians who struggle to remain hopeful for your society.
Its a birthday present to himself.
Maybe a disclaimer at the start would have been better because this seemed to piss people off. But once Tucker called himself a dick, I knew this was fiction. It just got wilder and more unbelievable.
Yep, no disagreement, it became obvious it was a lark. This does not negate the sense of a massive let-down. And, yes, a disclaimer up front would have been better. See my second post:
Following up on my previous comment, I'm certainly not dismissing the incredible work that Michael has done, nor will I be cancelling my subscription. However, as I said, I was really disappointed that Micheal chose to do this, and not because I'm humourless, gullible, or don't appreciate satire. For the few seconds this seemed real, I was elated. For the few minutes it took to to verify my suspicion this wasn't a dream come true, painful. Seems a lot of Micheal's subscribers are as unimpressed by this as I am. I don't condemn, belittle, or judge those who were fine with this podcast. It's further sadness, however that those on this thread who disagree with me don't seem to hold the same degree of respect for my opinion. Truly sad that this podcast has added further division in a society that can not afford any more. Your Canadian friends.
Well said! I'm sorry Canadians have to think about this at all. If it wasn't so cold in the wintertime, I would live there in a heartbeat.
Lol, fair enough! Thank you for your reply. Keep in mind, our South West Coast is pretty mild :)
Too many people already know that--can't afford to live there....
I apologize for any American display of disrespect toward your comments, they were thoughtful and well articulated. We Americans can become very emotionally reactive/explosive, which is what has us all living in a powder keg culture of lies. This was not fun or funny and I typically love a good laugh. You are better than this, Michael.
Thanks for your reply! Appreciate the sentiment - we certainly have our fair share of reactive folk up here too!
I fell for this. I am really bummed. I believed it all-- I yelled through the house, Fox News is off the Air. They have capitulated. You shouldn't do this to us, Michael. You just produced fake news yourself. Are we your listeners as gullible as the Fox News believers! Please set the record straight.
Yep. Boo Michael moore!
That you fell for this is ENTIRELY the point Michael Moore was trying to make. It is a brilliant piece of satire. See how easily we fall for it, just as Fox viewers licked up and devoured all the lies.
Yes, I get that. But he has never purported to be a satirist. And he could have just said here is my fantasy. Then we could have enjoyed the whole diatribe. He will lose some of his regulars over this. I will bet on that.
Excellent analysis Jane! I posted the same type of analysis, making fun out of FOX NEWS, don’t take anything about FOX NEWS seriously. Yes, we human creatures are susceptible to reaction instead of proaction. We must teach ourselves to think before acting out.
Yes, if we grasshoppers are to advance as a species we must be smarter than the average bear!
Me too
No, it isn’t.
Yes: it is very much ON the air.
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WTF. Not funny. Thought you were credible. Why would you broadcast this fantasy
Chill
It was obviously satire AFTER about 7 minutes, but BEFORE that, it sounded like such good news, I paused the podcast and shared the news and was made to feel like an idiot.
Same here. I started to tell my boyfriend and then said “Wait a minute. Put FOX on.” Sure enough, there it was big as life! FOX WAS still on the air. The only other people that listen to Michael Moore’s podcast that I know are my sister and my daughter. My sister listened to it and felt as confused as I was. A few disappointed fans here too Michael!
Well, I have a pretty high IQ (135) and I believed it. What a jerk.
Gloria, does that mean you believed the part before that about Guiliani and Sidney Powell making out? That was funny, but in a kind of sickening way.
I'll join your minority
I do not know you but I wish you every good though and healing🙏Thank you for posting your referral to Carolynn Myss, I am excited to listen☺️
I’m with the “Nutrition Magician”. I’ve been searching up and down trying to verify this story of yours. If it were true, it would be ALL OVER every other news channel, as well as the internet. It’s not, - and I’ve spent a bit of time searching for some sort of corroboration. And it’s not April Fool’s day either. So, what gives? I can’t say that I’m either impressed or enlightened with this particular segment of yours Michael; care to explain?
the wonderful thing is....you checked it out.....
Well, so did I. Who WOULDN’T check it out???
Maybe that's the point. We checked it out.
If it was believable enough that we checked it out, it was irresponsible for MM to post it.
Tell me which of these you thought was real: A hologram of Roger Ailes from years ago before he passed away making a confession about how bad Fox News was going to be, or the pixelated photo showing oral sex between two important Fox people, or Murdoch taking out a sword to commit suicide thereby making himself a hero, but missing the sword because his hand slipped and he then had to be carried off the set? Or any of the other ridiculous scenes Michael painted? What was even remotely believable about this?
I was hip to the charade by the time of those scenes. But at the beginning, it sounded real and was astonishing enough, that I paused it to tell others about it.
Why is this not funny? I’m a great fan, but this was a big turnoff.
it shows that fantasies can be be intoxicating...right...even for those of us who think we know how to tell the difference~
Not funny at all. Coming from you, I expected truth. It didn’t happen but you managed to get me optimistic for a few minutes. Don’t April Fool us again. You owe us all an apology.
I'm sorry, but there is NOTHING on Media Matters about this. It is NOT FUNNY. It is heartbreaking. I almost got my hopes up only to have them dashed by an easy to research display of your duplicity. Yes, there were some giveaways, but only in the last five minutes. I do not find this amusing, Mike. Really. I suppose this was a birthday present to yourself--a nice little fantasy at the expense of your longtime listeners. It would have been funnier if you'd taken the time to create a fake broadcast such as you describe. Now it's just a sad, sad gut punch.
Your birthday should be April 1!
Happy birthday, Michael. You had my heart racing there for a minute. If only...
Happy Birthday MM! I am completely confused by your Rumble today--is it your birthday wish or a dream? I don't see any reporting on this and Fixed is still very much on air. What's going on?
Yeah? Give me a URL.
Mr.Moore.. obviously you Punk'd us... standard Internet practice calls for me to call you some names then cancel my subscription... I won't let you off that easily... WHY did you do this? We deserve an explanation.. Answer us...
Also confused. I’m assuming it’s your own way of enjoying your birthday because it must be a Saturday Night Live video you’re describing. Please remember that we all trust you to tell us the truth. Many Happy Returns🎂
I don't appreciate this MM...
Happy Birthday! Michael. Great broadcast today. Orson Welles
If only....
lol!
Please only be truthful with us, Michael.
I wanted so badly to believe you.
“Some may say I’m a dreamer, but I am not the only one.” John Lennon