TBD | The Manosphere That Delivered Trump Back to Power

Nov 15, 2024

In this engaging discussion, Makena Kelly, a senior writer at Wired, delves into the fascinating intersection of technology and politics. She analyzes how Donald Trump's strategies, including engagement with the 'manosphere' and influential podcasters, shifted voter dynamics. Kelly highlights the hyper-masculinity that resonates with young male voters and contrasts Trump's grassroots tactics with Democrats' traditional approaches. The conversation reveals the evolving influence of social media in political campaigns and the challenges of modern political communication.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Innovative Campaign Strategies: Leveraging New Media Influence

02:01 • 2min

Influence and Hyper-Masculinity in Political Culture

03:36 • 2min

Navigating Modern Masculinity and Attraction Dynamics

05:29 • 3min

Youth Engagement in Politics

08:33 • 6min

Engaging the New Electorate

15:02 • 4min

The Evolving Dynamics of Media Influence in Politics

19:01 • 3min