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Lost Futures: S2E2: "What if you held a protest and everyone came?"

Lost Futures: A Mark Fisher Podcast

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Protest Dynamics and Celebrity Philanthropy

This chapter examines the relationship between protests, government policies, and the metaphor of the 'malevolent father,' critiquing the effectiveness of contemporary protest movements. It highlights the duality of political leaders like Tony Blair and George Bush while exploring the commodification of protests and celebrity involvement in philanthropy through initiatives like Product Red. The discussion delves into the contradictions of modern marketing and the superficiality of celebrity activism, questioning the genuine impact of such initiatives on systemic social issues.

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