In a surprising turn of events on The Megyn Kelly Show, host Megyn Kelly expressed admiration for Joy Reid’s take on the contentious issue of men in women’s spaces. Reid, a former MSNBC host, recently shared her viewpoint following a public incident involving Grammy-nominated artist Tish Hyman, who challenged a biological male’s presence in the women’s locker room at her gym in California.
Hyman faced backlash after posting videos online where she claimed that her membership was revoked for voicing concerns about a transgender woman—identified as Alexis Black—using women’s facilities and allegedly harassing female patrons. Black, who was previously known as Grant Freeman, has a criminal history, including a conviction for domestic assault.
During a recent episode of the Reid This Reid That podcast, Reid recounted her own discomfort with nudity in women’s locker rooms, making it clear that she would feel alarmed if confronted by a male body. “I would be disturbed. I’m telling you, I would be alarmed,” she asserted, emphasizing the importance of women’s right to feel safe and secure in such spaces.
Reid articulated that women should feel empowered to raise concerns about their safety and privacy, stating, “If she’s uncomfortable, does she not have the right to be at least uncomfortable with the situation?” Her co-host echoed her sentiments, affirming Hyman’s right to express her discontent while also supporting trans rights.
Megyn Kelly hailed Reid’s remarks as a significant moment of clarity, suggesting that it’s vital for those with differing political views to unite when it comes to women’s rights. Kelly remarked, “It actually is very important to have somebody who is such a committed, far-left person come out and start standing up for women’s rights.” She stressed the need for open dialogue and understanding, even among those with differing perspectives.
In good spirits, Megyn praised Hyman for her advocacy efforts and influence, noting, “She was a game changer… She appears to have convinced Joy Reid.” The exchange highlights the potential for common ground in a polarized political landscape, signaling a hopeful path toward addressing women’s rights and concerns about safety in shared spaces.
Listeners can watch Megyn’s full interview with producers Andrew Kolvet and Blake Neff on various podcast platforms, including YouTube and Apple Podcasts. The Megyn Kelly Show airs live on SiriusXM’s The Megyn Kelly Channel weekdays, further promoting important discussions on pressing social issues.