Podcast Host Admits Releasing Controversial Interview for Political Gain
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
Avi Shushan, host of the podcast 'HaKol Patuach,' admitted he released an interview with Galia Albin because he saw its political value for the Likud campaign. Shushan, who identifies as right-wing, stated he did not plan Albin's remarks but recognized their sensational potential. He compared the opportunity to a "joker" for his program, especially with elections near. Albin had previously caused controversy by mocking Likud supporters.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Podcast host Avi Shushan admitted releasing an interview for its political benefit to the Likud campaign.
- Shushan stated he recognized the "gift" of Galia Albin's controversial remarks after they were made.
- He explained the decision was also to provide a sensational "joker" for his podcast program.
- Shushan, who is right-wing, denied coordinating with the Likud campaign or Prime Minister Netanyahu.
- Galia Albin had previously caused a stir by mocking Likud supporters during the interview.
Avi Shushan, host of the podcast 'HaKol Patuach' (Everything Open), has admitted that he chose to release an interview with Galia Albin because he recognized its potential to benefit the Likud party's campaign. Shushan, who openly identifies as right-wing, stated that while he did not plan Albin's controversial remarks, he seized the "gift" when they occurred, understanding their sensational value.
He explained that the decision to publish the interview segments was also driven by the opportunity it presented for his own program, likening it to a "joker" or a sensational scoop, especially with elections approaching. Shushan asserted that he is not a spokesperson for the Likud campaign and does not coordinate with Prime Minister Netanyahu or his staff, despite his known political leanings.
Albin had caused a stir by mimicking what she described as the "profile of a Bibist," making exaggerated gestures and exclamations of "Bibi! Bibi!" during the interview. Shushan referenced past public figures like Garboz and Dudu Topaz who also generated controversy before elections, placing Albin in a similar context.
Shushan defended his actions by suggesting that any host, particularly close to an election, would recognize the strategic advantage of such a statement for their show. He maintained that his public awareness of his political views does not make him the designated respondent for campaign decisions.
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