On the Media The Manosphere Celebrates a Win. Plus, M. Gessen on How to Survive an Autocracy
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Nov 8, 2024 
M. Gessen, an opinion columnist for The New York Times and author of "Surviving Autocracy," offers insightful advice on navigating authoritarian regimes. They discuss the fallacies surrounding voter behavior and the crucial lessons from Viktor Orbán's tactics that could be influential in future U.S. politics. The conversation also highlights the power of modern podcasters, including Joe Rogan, in shaping political opinions and the importance of community engagement in preserving democracy amidst rising disillusionment.
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Manosphere Shout-outs
- Dana White thanked Joe Rogan, the Nelk Boys, Aiden Ross, and Theo Vaughn during Trump's election night speech.
- These podcasters and internet personalities, once largely apolitical, actively supported Trump's campaign.
Rogan's Rise
- Joe Rogan's rise as a political influencer stems from his early adoption of podcasting and his appeal to those seeking alternative media.
- His long-form discussions, free from traditional media constraints, resonated with a broad audience.
Rogan's Evolution
- Rogan's podcast initially featured comedians and MMA fighters, later expanding to include academics and tech figures like Elon Musk.
- The 2018 interview where Rogan and Musk smoked a blunt on air marked a turning point in Musk's public image.
