Provoked with Darryl Cooper and Scott Horton EP:21 - The MAGA Civil War Has Begun! Tucker Carlson v. Shapiro & Levin
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Nov 8, 2025 The conversation dives into the outrage sparked by an edited Ben Shapiro clip, raising questions about narrative manipulation. They challenge historical myths of WWII, arguing Churchill's choices escalated the war. The hosts discuss how algorithms shape conservative messaging and public opinion on Israel, especially in light of live-streamed footage. They analyze generational gaps in political language and the implications of outreach to disaffected youth. Finally, they assess the influence of lobbies on U.S.–Israel policy amidst a shifting public sentiment.
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First Reaction To Ben Shapiro's Persona
- Scott Horton describes first hearing Ben Shapiro's voice and being put off by its mannerisms. He uses that memory to explain why he ignored Shapiro despite repeated algorithmic exposure.
Bombing Doctrine Was A Propaganda Tool
- Allied strategic bombing intentionally targeted population centers to provoke outrage and U.S. involvement. This produced moral and material destruction comparable to later mass bombardments and still shapes collective memory.
WWII Myth Masks Geopolitical Complexity
- World War II has been mythologized as a simple moral crusade focused on the Holocaust. That myth ignores complex geopolitical motives and now serves modern propaganda and political ends.
