Posting Through It 071: Who the Hell was Scott Adams? [Preview]
Jan 14, 2026
Jared and Mike delve into the controversial life of Scott Adams, the creator of 'Dilbert' and a MAGA figure. They explore his rise as a cartoonist and his shift towards Trumpism, pursuing validation through provocative online personas. The duo critiques Adams' claims of being a great writer, highlighting his pseudo-intellectualism and the darker implications of his misogyny. They draw connections between his entitlement and real-world violence, leaving no stone unturned in this candid dissection of his complex legacy.
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Rise Through Mundanity And Opportunism
- Scott Adams built massive success from a mundane newspaper comic and then leaned into Trumpism for attention and money.
- Jared Holt and Michael Edison Hayden argue his persona mixed pseudo-intellectualism with opportunism that amplified his influence.
Pseudo-Intellect Used To Persuade Insecure Fans
- The hosts portray Adams as a pseudo-intellectual who used pseudoscience and grandiose self-regard to persuade insecure audiences.
- Michael Edison Hayden frames that profile as common among people who promote fascistic politics in America.
Fake Accounts To Seek Validation
- Jared notes Adams created fake Reddit accounts to defend himself, illustrating his hunger for validation.
- That behavior underlines how public persona and private insecurity interacted in his online activity.