The Dark Truth Behind Those "Pass It On" Billboards

Jul 30, 2024

Judd Legum, investigative journalist and founder of the Popular Information newsletter, dives into the eerie world of 'Pass It On' billboards featuring stars like Dolly Parton and Whoopi Goldberg. He questions the true intent behind these ads, unraveling a hidden agenda masked as positivity. The conversation explores the complexities of celebrity endorsements and political contradictions, revealing how ultra-wealthy backers influence philanthropy and public messaging. Legum critiques the oversimplified rags-to-riches narrative and its societal implications.

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Intro

00:00 • 6min

Unraveling the 'Pass It On' Billboard Campaign

05:36 • 3min

Unveiling the Pass It On Campaign

08:33 • 23min

Philanthropy and Politics: A Discrepancy Unveiled

31:24 • 2min

Reflections on Community and Success

33:08 • 4min

Connections and Contradictions: The Horatio Alger Association

36:52 • 6min