Posting Through It 053: Did Chuck Schumer Kill Woke? [Preview]
Nov 13, 2025
The hosts delve into the Democrats' struggles amidst shutdown negotiations, questioning if the 'woke' era has come to an end. They discuss Josh Hammer's emotional responses to Trump being booed at a Commanders game and dissect the underlying reasons for fans' discontent. The conversation highlights the distinction between criticizing Trump’s policies and his military image. They also explore the NFL's role as a cultural barometer, reflecting broader public sentiment towards current leadership and the erosion of sacred symbols in politics.
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Newsweek Raid Led To Chaos
- Michael Edison Hayden recounts finding law enforcement at Newsweek's offices and how that led to chaos at the publication.
- He links that decline to Josh Hammer eventually running Newsweek's opinion pages, framing Hammer's show as a product of that turmoil.
Right Wing Reframes 'Woke' Debate
- The hosts tuned into Josh Hammer's show to understand right-wing narratives about whether 'woke' is over.
- They frame the question as part of a broader debate about the meaning and weaponization of 'woke' by conservatives.
Woke Became A Catch-All Slur
- Jared Holt notes 'woke' became a catch-all slur lacking precise definition among conservatives.
- He highlights how many conservative personalities collapsed when asked to define the term seriously.