Bungacast /506/ Bunga's Been Juicin' ft. Jason Myles
Aug 12, 2025
Jason Myles, host of This Is Revolution and writer for Damage Magazine, dives into the complexities of image-enhancing drugs. He explores the cultural implications of steroid use and the rise of 'fake natties.' The discussion touches on authenticity, revealing how societal views shape our understanding of body image. Myles questions the taboo surrounding drug use, the impact of SSRIs, and the conflicting attitudes towards the body in fitness and trans discourse. Listeners are invited to consider how performance-enhancing substances are reshaping personal and societal norms.
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Manufactured Pop Stars Win Fans
- The Den Haro / Milli Vanilli stories show fans often accept manufactured performers if the image package resonates.
- Jason Myles recounts the songwriter later proving he wrote and sang the hits behind a mime frontman.
Image And Performance Enhancers Rise
- Image and performance-enhancing drugs (IPEDs) are rising among young people and shifting how we think about enhancement.
- Jason Myles began investigating after conversations with fitness friends and bodybuilders alerted him to the trend.
Teens Risk Severe Harm For Quick Gains
- Some 13–14-year-olds take powerful steroids like Trenbolone to speed muscle growth despite severe risks.
- Jason Myles warns this can stunt growth, cause acne, shrink testicles, and halt natural testosterone production.