

Howard Zyn Presents: a People’s Cigstory of the United States feat. Matt Bors and Ben Clarkson
5 snips Sep 24, 2024
Matt Bors, a political cartoonist, and Ben Clarkson, an animator focusing on right-wing themes, dive into the quirky world of AI and right-wing animation. They dissect the absurdities of UK smoking policies and the graphic health warnings on cigarettes. The duo humorously critiques influencer culture and life in Neom, while exploring the pitfalls of contemporary consumerism. They also highlight the decline of creative quality in media and the economics behind animated propaganda, all while teasing their upcoming projects and new book 'Justice Warriors 2'!
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Dentistry and Absurdities
01:35 • 4min
Satirical Smokescreens
05:11 • 3min
Cigarette Warnings: A Humorous Take on Health Messages
08:28 • 2min
Satirical Commentary on Modern Consumerism and Tobacco Products
09:59 • 2min
Satire and Society: Political Absurdities Unpacked
11:33 • 14min
Satirical Insights on Wealth and Surveillance
25:22 • 14min
Aspirational Absurdities: Life in Neom
39:14 • 14min
Critique of Creative Combos: From Podcast to Twitter
53:38 • 2min
Exploring AI-Generated Controversies and Cultural Commentary
55:41 • 2min
The Economics and Ethics of Animated Propaganda
57:24 • 3min
The Decline of Creative Quality in Capitalism
01:00:35 • 2min
Humor and Politics: Upcoming Stories Unveiled
01:02:25 • 4min