

268: Rogan’s Christian President
10 snips Jul 31, 2025
This week, the hosts dive into Bari Weiss's ambitious $250 million media venture amid major mergers affecting journalism. They dissect RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine stance and a lawsuit linked to his nonprofit, highlighting the fragility of public health arguments. James Talarico's powerful stand against Christian nationalism on Joe Rogan sparks a thought-provoking discussion about faith in politics. The conversation wraps up by tackling the intricate relationship between celebrity worship and societal values, exploring how these dynamics influence public discourse.
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Bari Weiss’s Media Evolution
- Bari Weiss evolved from a free speech advocate to a figure deeply entwined with conservative Christian and pro-Trump interests.
- Her media outlet, The Free Press, now trends right, mixing anti-woke culture war themes with pseudoscience and COVID contrarianism.
Media Funding's Enduring Influence
- The old media funding model persists despite digital platforms, relying on subscriptions or major funders.
- Media entities like Weiss’s Free Press must align with their financiers' views to maintain financial support.
RFK Jr's Alleged Political Maneuver
- RFK Jr’s Children’s Health Defense lawsuit against him is likely a performative act to gain political cover.
- The suit and his move to disband preventive health panels undermine vaccine safety and public health efforts.