Megyn Kelly’s recent SiriusXM confession about her NBC days is a bombshell worth dissecting. The former host, now 54, admitted she fueled flawed transgender coverage during her 2017-2019 stint at the network. Her mea culpa targets a 2018 segment featuring a transgender child, which she now calls a misstep.

According to Daily Mail, Kelly, once a Fox News titan, joined NBC in July 2017 with a $15 million annual paycheck. She hosted "Megyn Kelly Today" until her 2018 exit, which was sparked by her defense of blackface as a Halloween costume. That controversy netted her a reported $30 million contract payout.

In February 2018, Kelly welcomed an 11-year-old transgender girl and her family on her show. “Unconditional love… will likely inspire you,” she gushed at the time. Now, she cringes, admitting she “should have known better” given the complexities of transgender issues.

Early Missteps in Coverage

Kelly’s SiriusXM remarks on June 3, 2025, reveal a rare self-reflection. “I was part of the problem,” she declared, slamming her role in NBC’s transgender coverage. The admission stings, especially for a journalist who prides herself on tough truths.

Her 2018 segment, she now argues, glossed over the risks of transgender treatments like puberty blockers. These can harm fertility and sexual function, data Kelly says, NBC ignored them then and now. It’s a bold claim but one that demands scrutiny of media narratives.

Kelly’s critique extends to NBC’s language policing. “They refuse to use biologically based language,” she said, decrying the network’s insistence on affirming transgender identities or risk being labeled a bigot. This, she argues, stifles honest debate.

Broader Media Failures

The former host didn’t stop at self-criticism. She accused NBC of learning “nothing” from the surge in transgender identification among kids. Her zinger—“They’ve paid zero attention”—lands as a challenge to media outlets still dodging the issue.

Kelly’s evolution mirrors her post-NBC career. After 13 years at Fox News, her NBC tenure was a brief, turbulent chapter. Yet, her SiriusXM platform now gives her freedom to call out what she sees as woke overreach.

She’s not alone in questioning media narratives. Recently, Kelly slammed MSNBC’s Jen Psaki for allegedly downplaying transgender athletes’ impact on women’s sports. The jab underscores Kelly’s growing skepticism of progressive talking points.

Nashville Shooting Controversy

Kelly’s critique took a darker turn in April when she discussed the Nashville school shooter, Audrey Hale. Hale, a transgender individual, killed six at a Christian school. Journal entries released by FBI boss Kash Patel revealed Hale’s struggles with gender identity and racial animus.

Nashville police report, Kelly argued, barely addressed these factors. “Why are those two things too hot to touch?” she asked, questioning why Hale’s gender and racial issues were downplayed. It’s a provocative point, raising questions about selective reporting.

The Nashville case, for Kelly, exemplifies media reluctance to tackle uncomfortable truths. She sees a pattern: outlets like NBC prioritize ideology over facts. This, she contends, misleads the public on issues as serious as school shootings.

A Call for Accountability

Kelly’s SiriusXM comments aren’t just a confession—they’re a call to action. She wants the media to face the consequences of skewed coverage. Turns out, actions do have consequences, and Kelly’s owning hers.

Her pivot from NBC darling to conservative critic is striking. Yet, her tone remains empathetic, urging understanding for families while demanding rigor in reporting. It’s a balance that challenges both sides of the culture war.

The question now is whether Kelly’s peers will listen. If history’s any guide, don’t hold your breath. Still, her willingness to admit fault might just spark a flicker of real debate.