Blocked and Reported Premium: The Milkshake Ducking Of Luigi Mangione
Dec 13, 2024
Join a lively discussion about the intriguing case of CEO shooter Luigi Mangione and the digital drama that follows. Discover humorous anecdotes from a holiday party and a surprising magic trick that adds a twist of nostalgia. The hosts delve into the impact of Twitter's transformation post-acquisition, tackling free speech and digital absurdities. They also explore the peculiar trend of posting unflattering pictures for compliments, weaving humor with reflections on social media dynamics and upcoming conspiratorial themes.
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Mentalism at the Party
- Jesse shares a story about a friend of the pod, "J. Peter Daughter" (Scott Barry Kaufman), who performed mentalism tricks at a party.
- He correctly guessed a number, a favorite movie, and produced a corresponding movie ticket.
Blue Sky Travails
- Jesse recounts his experience on Blue Sky, starting with posting an Economist article about a detransition lawsuit.
- His account was suspended multiple times and labeled "intolerant" before being reinstated.
Backlash and Intolerance
- Jesse details the backlash he received on Blue Sky after posting his article, including accusations of harassment and endangering users.
- He notes the irony of Blue Sky users complaining about intolerance.