

Lively v. Baldoni 12 - The Emoji Heard Round the World
10 snips May 22, 2025
This installment dives into the notorious emoji that sparked a whirlwind of media attention. The hosts dissect the implications of a missing upside-down smiley face in a New York Times article, exploring how digital communication can twist perceptions. The lively banter touches on Hollywood drama between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, looking at the nuances of text exchanges and public relations. Additionally, they reflect on gender roles in film promotion, revealing how societal perceptions shape narratives, all intertwined with humor and audience interaction.
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Avoiding Written Incriminating Evidence
- The parties discussed avoiding putting incriminating plans in writing to prevent liability.
- They emphasized the need for untraceable actions detached from their names.
Conspiratorial PR Gaslighting Efforts
- Communication reveals a conspiratorial effort to gaslight public and reporters.
- The team rehearsed denials to dissociate Baldoni from negative campaigns.
Emoji Changes Conversation Tone
- The upside down smiley face emoji indicates sarcasm in the conversation about a Daily Mail article.
- Its exclusion from the New York Times article may have altered the perceived tone significantly.