

Michael and Us: Albanian Bacon w/ Daniel Bessner & Derek Davison
Aug 3, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Daniel Bessner and Derek Davison, co-hosts of the American Prestige podcast, dive deep into the intersection of cinema and real-life politics. They analyze the film 'Wag the Dog' and its portrayal of political manipulation, paralleling it with the influence of Hollywood in shaping public perception. The conversation also touches on Bill Clinton’s film choices, the complexities surrounding Kamala Harris, and the fine line between political communication and propaganda. Get ready for insights that challenge perceptions and reveal the power dynamics of storytelling!
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Clinton's Cinematic Reflections and Ideological Insights
01:50 • 2min
Exploring the Spontaneity of Conversation and Political Narratives
03:22 • 2min
Political Pessimism and Hopeful Shifts
05:24 • 19min
Exploring the Thin Line Between Political Communication and Propaganda
23:58 • 2min
Hollywood's Manipulation of Political Narratives
26:04 • 15min
Navigating Political Deception in Film
40:44 • 7min