Emily Jashinsky

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Emily Jashinsky
Jashinsky in 2017
Born
Wisconsin, U.S.
EducationGeorge Washington University
OccupationJournalist
Known forThe Hill's Rising (until 2022) Breaking Points (since 2022)

Emily Jashinsky is an American journalist, commentator, and media critic known for her work in conservative media and political analysis. She is the D.C. Correspondent for UnHerd, a co-host on the Breaking Points channel, and hosts both "After Party with Emily Jashinsky" and "Undercurrents" podcasts.

Early life and education

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Emily Jashinsky was raised in Delafield, Wisconsin in a "Christian conservative, hunting, fishing house."[1][2] She attended the George Washington University, graduating in 2015 with a degree in political science and creative writing.[3][4] While at GWU, Jashinsky was active in the Young America's Foundation (YAF), serving as president of the campus chapter.[2][5]. As president of the GW chapter, Jashinsky requested an exemption to "mandatory training sessions about LGBT issues for student leaders and faculty," saying they went against the group's Christian beliefs.[5][6] Jashinsky also interned for Christina Hoff Sommers at the American Enterprise Institute, assisting with research and fact-checking for the re-release of "War Against Boys".[7]

Career

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Jashinsky began her career as a spokeswoman for the YAF and as a commentary writer for the Washington Examiner.[7][8] In 2018, Jashinsky joined The Federalist as culture editor and became the host of "Federalist Radio Hour," conducting interviews with notable figures in politics and entertainment.[9][10][11]

In 2021, Jashinsky co-hosted "Rising Fridays" with Ryan Grim for The Hill after hosts Saagar Enjeti and Krystal Ball departed to start the Breaking Points platform.[12] In September 2022, Jashinsky joined the Breaking Points as co-host of Counter Points.[12][13] In 2024, Jashinsky joined UnHerd as D.C. correspondent and began hosting the show "Undercurrents."[2][9] In 2025, she began hosting the After Party podcast, which is produced by Megyn Kelly's media network.[9]

She has made guest appearances on major television news programs, including Fox News Sunday, Media Buzz, and Washington Journal.[7] Her writing has appeared in the Wall Street Journal, the Telegraph, RealClearPolitics, and the New York Post, among others.[7]

In addition to her journalism work, Jashinsky serves as a senior fellow at the Independent Women's Forum and frequently teaches young journalists as part of the National Journalism Center, where she was director from 2020 to 2024.[7][14] She is also involved with the Board of Governors of the National Journalism Center and YAF.[8][11]

Personal life

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Jashinsky has identified as a Christian and describes her politics as generally conservative, saying that she is between the "Old Right" and "New Right."[2] She has spoken publicly about media bias and the importance of transparency in journalism.[11]

References

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  1. ^ Jashinsky, Emily (August 2022). "Conservative young women spurned for not fitting the liberal mold, but they stand strong" (PDF). Badger Institute. Retrieved August 30, 2025. Jashinsky, a Delafield native...
  2. ^ a b c d "Transcript: Ezra Klein Interviews Emily Jashinsky". The New York Times. September 27, 2024. Retrieved August 26, 2025.
  3. ^ Wilson, B.L. (March 3, 2017). "Successful Alumni Offer Pointers on Washington Careers". GW Today. Retrieved August 30, 2025.
  4. ^ "Emily Jashinsky". Fox News. Retrieved August 30, 2025.
  5. ^ a b Sheridan, Victoria (March 5, 2015). "YAF to request exemption if LGBT sensitivity trainings become mandatory". GW Hatchet. Retrieved August 30, 2025.
  6. ^ Schallhorn, Kaitlyn (March 6, 2015). "Conservative club labeled 'cancer,' 'hate group' for requesting to opt out of LGBT training". Campus Reform. Retrieved August 30, 2025.
  7. ^ a b c d e "The Right Turn". The University of Wisconsin Parkside. Retrieved August 30, 2025.
  8. ^ a b "Obenshain & Jashinsky Named To Young America's Foundation Board Of Directors". Young America's Foundation. Retrieved August 30, 2025.
  9. ^ a b c Steinber, Brian (June 18, 2025). "Megyn Kelly Expands Digital Network With Emily Jashinsky 'After Party' Aimed at Fans of Politics, Comedy". Variety. Retrieved August 30, 2025.
  10. ^ "Emily Jashinsky on Her Podcast, "Federalist Radio Hour"". Washington Journal. CSPAN. October 22, 2022. Retrieved August 30, 2025.
  11. ^ a b c Klomparens, Trinity (November 23, 2023). "Young Women for America chapter hosts Emily Jashinsky from The Federalist". Patrick Henry College. Retrieved August 30, 2025.
  12. ^ a b "Two Hosts Exit The Hill's Popular Web Show 'Rising'". The Daily Beast. September 1, 2022. Retrieved August 26, 2025.
  13. ^ Ortiz, Candice (September 1, 2022). "Two Hosts Bolt From The Hill's 'Rising' for 'Breaking Points' Podcast: Report". Mediaite. Retrieved August 30, 2025.
  14. ^ "Emily Jashinsky". Independent Women's Forum. Retrieved August 26, 2025.
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