It Could Happen Here CZM Rewind: My RNC Grindr Adventure
Nov 26, 2025
In a quirky investigation, Garrison dives into Grindr's intriguing activity at the Republican National Convention. He shares his undercover experience, crafting a persona to navigate the scene. From amusing flight observations to setting up at the venue, the podcast uncovers unexpected interactions. Garrison highlights memorable messages and discusses the app's technical hiccups. Surprisingly, much of the activity came from locals and media, challenging viral claims of a delegate frenzy. The episode concludes with safety tips and Garrison’s unique insights.
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Going Undercover On Grindr
- Garrison Davis disguised himself as a cisgender male and remade his Grindr profile to investigate RNC activity.
- He blended into the convention crowd and used proximity data to find profiles near the Fiserv Forum.
Checking Grindr In Convention Spaces
- Garrison repeatedly checked Grindr inside the Fiserv Forum and at his hotel to map nearby users.
- App glitches forced him to open many DMs, exposing unsolicited explicit images during sessions.
Highlight Messages From His Inbox
- Garrison shared representative messages: conservative locals, chasers, and one explicit self-identified RNC attendee.
- He used message distances and follow-ups to infer who was in Milwaukee for the convention.