Maiden Mother Matriarch with Louise Perry The lost generation
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Dec 24, 2025 
Rob Henderson, a commentator on media and culture, joins to dissect Jacob Savage's viral article on discrimination against white men in creative fields. They dive into why such pieces resonate widely and explore the shifting dynamics of diversity initiatives. The discussion touches on the impacts of personal identity on career trajectories and the ideological divides between the humanities and sciences. Henderson’s reflective insights reveal how personal experiences shape views on equity and opportunity in today's creative landscape.
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Why Compact Broke Through
- Compact's editorial freedom helped two provocative pieces go viral in 2025.
- Its ambiguous political positioning broadened readership across left and right.
Craving Serious Contrarian Prose
- Readers crave long-form, serious arguments that state what others only hint at.
- That appetite helps publications like Compact gain attention for contrarian theses.
Platform Changes The Backlash
- Placement of an argument affects reactions and counter-responses significantly.
- Running the same piece in the Atlantic would've provoked a swift left-wing rebuttal and more visibility.