HasanAbi WTF IS HAPPENING
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Sep 18, 2025 The discussion kicks off with media capitulation and political pressure affecting late-night commentary. There's a deep dive into how Jimmy Kimmel was taken off the air after his remarks on Charlie Kirk, showcasing political exploitation from various factions. The hosts analyze the influence of the FCC and corporate capitulation tailored by government pressure, highlighting the dangers of emerging corporate fascism in media. The conversation brings to light the precarious nature of freedom in broadcasting.
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Institutions Capitulate To Political Pressure
- Hasanabi argues major media and institutions immediately capitulate to Republican pressure to avoid backlash.
- He warns this creates a dangerous precedent of government-influenced censorship of critics.
Political Weaponization Of Tragedy
- Hasanabi says conservatives weaponize incidents to score political points and erase nuance.
- He highlights hypocrisy where liberal criticism gets less institutional enforcement than conservative political pressure.
Media Consolidation Enables Control
- Hasanabi links corporate moves and mergers to a broader rightward shift in media and content control.
- He argues this trend squeezes independent media while mainstream outlets cozy to power.