TRASHFUTURE

G for Goondetta ft. Josh Boerman

Jul 29, 2025
In this discussion, Josh Boerman, co-host of the Worst of All Possible Worlds podcast, dives into pressing issues like the newly enforced Online Safety Act and its absurd implications for internet use in the UK. He critiques the evolving narrative around the Israel-Palestine conflict and addresses the disconnect between media rhetoric and reality. The conversation also touches on the troubling links between media mergers and political narratives, highlighting the transformation of the US media landscape into a realm that caters to expanding ideological views.
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ANECDOTE

Trump's "Cats" Coping Mechanism

  • Donald Trump used the musical "Cats" soundtrack as a stress-reducing comfort character strategy during questioning.
  • This unusual coping method illustrates how leaders may use cultural references to deflect pressure.
INSIGHT

UK Online Safety Act Impact

  • The UK's Online Safety Act enforces stringent age verification and bans VPNs, severely limiting internet freedom.
  • This policy exemplifies government overreach driven by moral panic with significant user privacy concerns.
INSIGHT

Lammy's Imposter Syndrome Admission

  • David Lammy's public expressions of imposter syndrome reflect his failure overseeing UK's support for actions causing humanitarian disasters.
  • This highlights the disconnect between political accountability and personal conscience in crises.
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