Blocked and Reported Premium: Taylor Lorenz And The Perils Of Journafluencing (Part 1)
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Sep 3, 2025 This installment tackles the controversial figure of Taylor Lorenz and the ethical dilemmas in journalism. The discussion dives into the quirky rental landscape of Boston, especially the craziness of 'Allston Christmas.' Listeners will enjoy a humorous yet critical take on school phone bans and their implications for student access to information. Additionally, the podcast examines the complex relationship between tech policies and children's safety online, highlighting the tension between privacy laws and digital age verification.
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When Criticism Costs A Friendship
- Jesse recounts navigating friendships with public figures he later criticized and how that made him rethink staying silent.
- He uses past experiences with controversial journalists to justify discussing Taylor Lorenz publicly.
Awkwardness After Public Critique
- Katie and Jesse recall personal interactions with figures they later criticized and how those relationships became awkward.
- They describe specific past dinners, events, and exchanges that illustrate how professional critique strained ties.
Pattern Undermines Credibility
- Both hosts argue Taylor Lorenz has a pattern of public misrepresentations that undermines her credibility.
- They cite the Washington Post selfie incident and other public disputes as evidence she sometimes lies or revises accounts.