The spiked podcast 326: 2024: revenge of the deplorables
Dec 20, 2024
Inaya Folarin Iman, a sharp Spiked columnist, and Francis Foster, a contributor to Trigonometry, dissect the tumultuous year of 2024. They explore the rise of populism, highlighting Trump's influence and discontent with traditional politics. The duo critiques the fading 'woke' culture and its implications on societal norms while pondering the chaos of political events and international relations, especially concerning the Middle East and Ukraine. They blend serious analysis with humor, reflecting on the absurdities of modern politics.
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Populist Surge
- 2024 saw a global populist surge, challenging established political orders.
- The rise of figures like Trump and Farage, alongside populist parties in Europe, signifies a revolt against the status quo.
Culture War's Impact
- Cultural issues are central to the populist revolt, reflecting a disconnect between elites and ordinary people.
- Woke ideology is rejected by a multiracial working class who share similar cultural and economic concerns.
Shifting Tides on Wokeness
- 2024 may mark a turning point against woke ideology, as evidenced by Trump's election and the Cass Review.
- The Cass Review highlighted the dangers of trans ideology, making it more acceptable to criticize it.