I've Had It The Cult Has No Culture
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Aug 14, 2025 Blakely Thornton, a pop culture anthropologist and host of Yestergaze, joins the discussion with sharp insights on media and politics. They humorously critique airport etiquette and dive into the absurdities of airline fashion. The conversation takes a serious turn as they discuss the normalization of misinformation in politics, while also emphasizing the need for compassion. Blakely sheds light on the billionaire paradox and its effect on culture, while celebrating LGBTQ+ voices and advocating for diverse storytelling in media.
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Airport Foot Hygiene Nightmare
- Angie describes a flight where an unkempt passenger's feet made her nauseous and disrupted her trip.
- She uses the story to demand basic cleanliness and decency in public spaces.
Why Discredited Media Still Captivates
- Jennifer argues Fox News remains influential despite losing a billion-dollar lawsuit because viewers choose willful ignorance.
- She observes people prioritize hate and comforting narratives over factual accountability.
Tribal Loyalty Trumps Moral Reckoning
- The hosts link MAGA identity to entrenched misogyny, racism, and protection of sexual predators.
- They note party loyalty often survives clear evidence of wrongdoing due to tribalism.
