Axis Conversations Roundtable: The 20 Biggest Cultural Events of 2025, PART 1: Top 20-11
Dec 19, 2025
Join the hosts as they dive into the cultural highlights of the past year! They discuss the drama surrounding Hailey and Justin Bieber, the LA Dodgers’ World Series victory, and the rising trend of smartphone bans in schools. Forrest Frank's influence in Christian teen spaces, the chaos of the Coldplay concert cheating scandal, and the ongoing fascination with Labubu dolls also take center stage. They culminate by examining the teen appeal of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' and its soundtrack.
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Ranking Through A Teen-Culture Lens
- The hosts rank cultural moments by their impact on teen life, not general fame.
- That framing explains why some big mainstream events did or did not make the list.
The Initial Top 20 Lineup
- Evan reads the initial Top 20 candidates including K-pop Demon Hunters and Charlie Kirk assassination videos.
- The list sets the year's cultural framing for their teen-focused discussion.
Recency Bias Skews Cultural Memory
- Some major stories (like a TikTok short ban) can feel huge but fade quickly.
- Recency and duration both shape perceived cultural significance.