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Episode 77: San Francisco

In Bed With The Right

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Didion's San Francisco: Culture and Chaos

This chapter examines Joan Didion's critique of San Francisco's counterculture and the implications of its complex identity. Through Didion's impressionistic prose, the speakers explore themes of belonging, commercialization, and the city's dual image as both a cultural hub and a site of disaster. The discussion also contrasts San Francisco with Los Angeles, delving into the cinematic portrayals that shape public perception of these iconic cities.

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