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Things Fell Apart

S2. Ep 8: Mikki’s Hero’s Journey

Jan 9, 2024
Former actor and model, Mickey Willis, shares his journey in Hollywood and the toxic nature of the industry. The influence of Joseph Campbell's hero's journey on Mickey's involvement in the culture wars is explored. Mickey's viral video expressing unconditional love for their child's gender choices made them a figurehead for the transgender movement. The controversy surrounding the Black Lives Matter movement and the dangers of using the hero's journey in documentaries are also discussed.
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Quick takeaways

  • Mickey Willis expresses mistrust in Western medicine and implies Anthony Fauci's involvement in distributing the harmful drug AZT.
  • Mickey Willis's documentary series 'Pandemic' highlights the dangers of spreading untruths and the importance of holding onto truth in an era of growing misinformation.

Deep dives

Mickey Willis's Experience in Hollywood and AZT Controversy

Mickey Willis, an independent filmmaker, shares his disillusionment with Hollywood, where he faced rejection and witnessed the darker side of the industry. He also discusses his personal tragedy involving the AIDS epidemic, highlighting his belief that the drug AZT caused harm and led to the death of his brother. Mickey expresses his mistrust in Western medicine and implies that Anthony Fauci, the renowned scientist, was involved in the distribution of AZT.

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