Did Taylor Swift Curse Scooter Braun? And Will Fyre Fest Fool Us Twyce?
Aug 25, 2023
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Guest Scooter Braun, one of the biggest players in the music industry, discusses Taylor Swift's battle over her master recordings. The podcast also touches on the return of the Fyre Festival and the popularity of the TV show Suits on streaming platforms.
The return of the Fyre Festival and plans for a second event suggest that some people are gullible enough to fall for the festival a second time, despite the disastrous first event.
The rising popularity of the TV show Suits on streaming platforms like Netflix indicates a need for more network sitcoms with larger episode counts and raises questions about the current TV business model.
Deep dives
The Return of Fire Festival
Billy McFarland, the organizer of the infamous Fire Festival, announces plans to host it again, with tickets priced up to $8,000. Despite the disastrous first event where attendees were stranded and scammed, McFarland claims he has a 50-page plan to make it successful this time. However, the general sentiment is that anyone who falls for the festival a second time is foolish.
The Success of Suits on Streaming
The TV show Suits, previously a basic cable drama, has gained immense popularity on streaming platforms, particularly Netflix. The show's full-length seasons and 22-episode format make it appealing to viewers who want a series they can binge-watch and have on in the background. This success highlights the need for more network sitcoms with larger episode counts and questions the current TV business model.
The Controversial Song Lyrics
The rise of a new country song by Oliver Anthony called 'Rich Men North of Richmond' sparks controversy with its seemingly divisive lyrics. The song criticizes DC politicians, mentions Epstein Island, and makes derogatory remarks about people on public assistance and overweight individuals. The song's success is attributed to people buying offensive songs on iTunes to fuel the culture war.
Country Music and the Culture Wars
Country music has become a battleground for the culture war, with songs that inflame tensions and intentionally provoke liberals gaining popularity. This trend reveals a broader sentiment that controversial songs challenging mainstream political correctness are supported by a dedicated fan base. The purchasing of offensive songs on iTunes has become a tactic in the culture war.
Justin Bieber. Demi Levato. Ariana Grande. Idina Menzel. All are reportedly dropping their manager, Scooter Braun. He’s one of the biggest players in the music industry, and Taylor Swift apparently hates him enough for owning her masters to be rerecording all her old music. Sam Sanders talks it over with comedian and TV writer Jay Jurden. Also, Jay and Sam decide if they’re into the Suits renaissance and marvel at the return of the Fyre Festival.