

Winston Marshall: Right Wing Media Is Eating Itself
7 snips May 12, 2025
Winston Marshall, the former Mumford & Sons banjoist turned political commentator, discusses the perils of cancel culture from both sides. He shares his experience of being targeted for supporting a book against BLM and addresses rising antisemitism on the right. The conversation dives into the emergence of the 'woke right’ and the cultural shifts post-October 7th. Marshall critiques prominent figures like Joe Rogan and debates the implications of free speech and political identity. Expect a candid exploration of music, politics, and the ongoing media landscape.
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Winston's Cancelation and Solo Career
- Winston Marshall was canceled after supporting Andy Ngo's book, which documented BLM and Antifa riots.
- Initially apologizing, then retracting it, he left Mumford & Sons and pursued a solo music career.
Evolution of 'Woke' Term
- The term 'woke' has evolved from a positive awareness of systemic racism to a derogatory term for extreme progressivism.
- No one on the "woke right" self-identifies as woke because the term now serves as an insult.
Rise of Antisemitism Post-October 7th
- Post-October 7th, antisemitism rose notably on both the far left and segments of the right.
- Winston noticed this shift among voices he previously admired, including some close to Joe Rogan.