A Bit Fruity with Matt Bernstein The Crunchy to Far Right Pipeline
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Aug 28, 2024 Derek Beres, a contributor to Conspirituality, dives deep into how wellness culture can morph into far-right ideologies. He discusses the surprising journey from harmless yoga interests to conspiratorial beliefs like QAnon. The conversation highlights the politicization of wellness influencers and the rise of anti-vaccine sentiments during the pandemic. They explore the ways personal health narratives can intertwine with radical politics, urging listeners to critically assess the influence of social media on health beliefs.
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Shailene Woodley's Shift
- Shailene Woodley, known for her environmental activism, unexpectedly reshared Melania Trump's statement after the attempted assassination of Donald Trump.
- This sparked curiosity about the pipeline from wellness to far-right ideologies.
Raw Beauty Kristi's Transformation
- Raw Beauty Kristi, a beauty YouTuber, shifted from makeup reviews to homesteading and homeschooling content.
- Her sister runs the homeschool co-op, which promotes a religious, anti-public school curriculum.
Homeschooling as a Rescue
- The homeschooling co-op Raw Beauty Kristi's child attends frames itself as a rescue from the "perverseness" of public schools.
- This highlights the rejection of current systems within conspiratorial thinking, often combined with religious focus and privilege.