'Hated By All The Right People' explores Tucker Carlson's rise and influence

By Steve Inskeep

Published February 4, 2026 at 4:44 AM EST

Journalist Jason Zengerle talks to NPR about his new book, "Hated By All The Right People," which explains how Tucker Carlson became one of the most influential people on the far right.

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