Maiden Mother Matriarch with Louise Perry BONUS: on terrorism
Jul 16, 2025
In a thought-provoking discussion, the podcast delves into the shifting symbolism of terrorism after 9/11. It examines how nihilistic motivations among terrorists in Europe have evolved. Listeners will discover the significance of cultural references, like the use of Oasis's 'Don’t Look Back in Anger' after the Manchester bombing. The conversation also sheds light on the growing public skepticism towards government narratives surrounding terrorism, highlighting a shift in societal perceptions.
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Terrorism's Symbolic Power
- Terrorism is a strategy that disrupts the visual order through spectacular and symbolic acts.
- It creates a specific audience and blurs reality and its depiction, as seen in 9-11's mediated experience.
Calm Newscasters on 9-11
- Nina Power described a 9-11 watch party where footage from the day was carefully viewed.
- She noted how calm and professional newscasters remained during the attacks, unlike today's emotionally charged reports.
Terrorism Boosts Digital Media
- The 9-11 attacks accelerated the internet's role as a 24/7 information source.
- Terrorism and technology have a deep link, changing how people consume news and restate reality.
