Gutfeld Roasts Acosta: The Media’s Reckoning in the Age of Substack

Gutfeld Roasts Acosta: The Media’s Reckoning in the Age of Substack

In a show of unbridled, razor-sharp wit that can only be described as the work of an Angry Republican unafraid to call out the absurdity of our modern media landscape, Fox’s Greg Gutfeld handed down a masterclass in irreverence on Friday night. With a mix of biting sarcasm and unapologetic candor, Gutfeld took aim at former CNN correspondent Jim Acosta, who now finds himself in the unenviable position of trying to reinvent his media presence on Substack.

The episode spotlighted Acosta’s foray into what he now calls “The Jim Acosta Show.” During the broadcast, Gutfeld played a clip from Acosta’s debut episode that showcased all-too-familiar technical snafus and moments of dead air—elements that stand in stark contrast to the polished production values one expects from yesterday’s media giants. Gutfeld, ever the master of mocking the establishment, quipped in his unmistakable tone:

“Things are looking grim for our old pal Jim. The former CNN anchor has debuted his new show on Substack – that’s stack, but not as good – And guess what he named it? The Jim Acosta Show! Huh? Pretty good! But the first episode got off to a rocky start. Roll it, Doris.”

It’s hard not to see this as the latest example of the mainstream media’s desperate attempts to cling to relevance. Once, a figure like Acosta pulled major news stories and commanded respect on the network stage. Today, however, his show—a low-budget experiment that feels more like a relic of a bygone era—is pitted against the high-octane, no-holds-barred media that the conservative base now celebrates.

A clip played during the segment showed Acosta and his guest struggling through awkward silences and technical glitches. Fans who witnessed the clip, which appears below as

, couldn’t help but chuckle at the once-mighty media personality now floundering in an environment where his old tricks seem hopelessly outdated.

The fallout was as immediate as it was inevitable. The very next day, Acosta fired back via MSN/Mediaite. His response encapsulated both irritation and a touch of ironic humor:

“Apparently last night on Fox, comedian Greg Gutfeld — I don’t believe he’s a journalist. He’s a comedian there — took an interest in this program.”

Acosta continued:

“Apparently, he did a segment about my show, this show right here on Substack, last night on Fox. The segment was nearly eight minutes. Eight minutes! My word to Greg Gutfeld: thank you, Greg. Thank you so much for devoting eight minutes of your television program to my Substack show. I really appreciate it. As I posted on X earlier today, don’t you guys at Fox have anything else to cover? Oh, that’s right. You can’t say anything critical of Trump or Elon Musk, so you have to go after guys like me.”

This exchange not only reveals the high stakes of today’s media battles but also lays bare the shifting allegiances within an establishment desperate to remain relevant. Gutfeld’s scathing roast was more than just humor; it was a pointed commentary on a media world that has turned its back on accountability in favor of chasing ratings and political correctness.

For many viewers, especially those long disillusioned with the left-leaning narratives pushed by the so-called mainstream outlets, this moment was a refreshing dose of truth. It signaled that while some media figures continue to dig themselves into ideological holes, others aren’t afraid to expose the farce for what it is.

As America navigates its turbulent political climate, moments like these remind us that the battle for honest news is far from over. With each passing day, the old guard of the media is being forced to reckon with a new reality—a reality where platforms like Substack serve as a last refuge for those sidelined by the so-called “accurate” mainstream. And if that means enduring a bit of humor at the expense of outdated tech and past glories, then so be it.

What do you think of this media clash? Is Acosta really a casualty of changing times, or is it just another example of politically motivated media sensationalism? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Source: Steadfast Nation