

Ep. 1681 - FIRED: Star Wars Will No Longer Be Lame and Gay
10 snips Feb 26, 2025
The discussion kicks off with Kathleen Kennedy's exit from Lucasfilm, sparking hope for the future of the Star Wars franchise. There's a deep dive into the shifting dynamics of press access under Trump, emphasizing the divide between legacy media and emerging independent sources. Immigration debates heat up, revealing economic implications and challenging mainstream narratives. The talk also touches on evolving gender roles and critiques of public figure qualifications, particularly in law enforcement, alongside a critical look at media portrayals of LGBTQ identities.
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AP Banned
- The Associated Press (AP) sued the Trump White House after being banned from certain events.
- This led the White House to give press access control to its own office, not the AP.
Shift in Media Landscape
- Legacy media outlets have become disconnected from the public and their wants.
- The 2022 midterm elections highlighted the shift towards independent media.
Trump on AP
- President Trump reclaimed control over White House press access.
- Trump cited the AP's refusal to use the term "Gulf of America" as a key reason.