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After the Revolution - Nellie Bowles | Maiden Mother Matriarch 82

May 29, 2024
Journalist Nellie Bowles discusses her shift from liberal to conservative viewpoints, addressing homelessness, anti-policing movements, and transgenderism. She reflects on reporting in Seattle's Chas, challenges of ideological expectations, and navigating the modern crisis of homelessness. The conversation explores perceptions of political opponents, pediatric transition, and mainstream gender identity discourse.
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  • Challenges in reporting objectively in a polarized media environment
  • Struggles with balancing journalistic integrity and institutional pressure

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Covering the Chas/Chop Phenomenon in Seattle

Nellie Bowles shares her experience of covering the Antifa takeover in Seattle's Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone (Chas/Chop) from a unique angle. She recounts the city's transformation into an autonomous zone where law enforcement was absent, highlighting the contrasting narratives from right and left wing media. The reluctance within mainstream media to cover the complex issues arising in Chas/Chop sheds light on the challenges faced when trying to report objectively on such events.

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