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The Tony Soprano Syndrome: Morality in Media

This chapter examines the phenomenon of 'Tony Soprano syndrome', where audiences unknowingly idolize morally ambiguous characters from popular culture. It discusses the implications of misinterpreting complex narratives in media, particularly how figures like Tony Soprano and Walter White can distort societal values and political perceptions. The conversation highlights the challenges of media literacy and the evolving relationship between fictional antiheroes and real-life perceptions, with a focus on masculine identity and societal attitudes towards violence and morality.

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