Good Noticings Noticing Spencer Pratt for Mayor, Daycare Fraud in Minnesota, and The Olympics
Jan 14, 2026
Dive into a whirlwind of topics, from Spencer Pratt's quirky mayoral bid to the chaos of Minnesota daycare fraud. The discussion shifts to AI's troubling image-editing implications with Grok and Musk's involvement. A brief look into the Iran protests reveals economic turmoil and international tension. Finally, get inspired as the hosts celebrate the resilience of Olympians like Lindsey Vonn and Alysa Liu, highlighting their incredible comebacks. It’s a blend of humor, current events, and sports that keeps you engaged!
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Men Dominating The Online Narrative
- The episode frames a theme: "the man's internet" — men loudly shaping media and politics online.
- That pattern links reality-TV villains, tech billionaires, and viral male influencers as a single cultural problem.
Spencer Pratt's Reality-TV Harm
- Claire recounts Spencer Pratt's role on The Hills as an on-show villain who caused real-life harm.
- She argues his manufactured villainy had lasting personal consequences, especially for Heidi Montag.
Spectacle Trumps Policy In Fame Campaigns
- Pratt's mayoral bid uses Instagram spectacle rather than policy detail, showing modern fame politics.
- Social-media visibility can make flamboyant personalities plausible political contenders.
