

Predators Exposed at Nickelodeon, and Democrats Abandoning the Working Class, with Alexa Nikolas and Batya Ungar-Sargon | Ep. 751
Mar 27, 2024
Join former child actress Alexa Nikolas, known for her role on "Zoey 101" and the founder of the "Eat Predators" movement, as she discusses the harrowing realities of child exploitation at Nickelodeon. She shares her traumatic experiences with predators like Dan Schneider and highlights the urgent need for systemic change in protecting young actors. Alongside her, Batya Ungar-Sargon, author of "Second Class," critiques the Democratic Party's abandonment of the working class and unveils the polarization narratives that ignore the shared values of everyday Americans.
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Early Discomfort
- Alexa Nikolas felt uncomfortable with the wardrobe choices on set, like short skirts.
- She was told the short skirt was necessary, but now questions its appropriateness for a child.
Polaroid Requests
- Dan Schneider would often request Polaroids from wardrobe fittings.
- Nikolas found his direct involvement and keeping the photos unusual.
Absent Parents
- Parents were often not allowed on set at Nickelodeon.
- They were kept in a separate area away from the filming, limiting their awareness.