CT Jones

CT Jones, a culture writer at Rolling Stone, dives deep into Jonathan Majors' tumultuous career, from promising indie star to facing legal scandals. They discuss the irony of Majors promoting 'Magazine Dreams,' a film about a troubled bodybuilder, while navigating his own demons. The conversation explores Hollywood's complex narratives on redemption and accountability, questioning if societal perceptions are changing. Jones also reflects on the implications for the Black community and the evolving standards of fame and forgiveness in today’s entertainment industry.

Samantha Cole, a culture critic and co-founder of 404 Media, and CT Jones, a pop culture writer for Rolling Stone, dive into the quirky world of 2024 internet trends. They discuss the tragicomic rise of a social media personality who expertly turned an interview into fame overnight. They explore the clash of modern celebrity culture with traditional feminine ideals through the 'tradwife' movement. The conversation also highlights concerns over disinformation and declining internet authenticity, pondering how these shifts impact human connections.

Robyn Urback, an opinion columnist known for her sharp insights, and CT Jones, a writer for Rolling Stone focusing on internet culture, delve into Meta's controversial end of fact-checking. They discuss how this shift blurs the line on objective truth and its potential dangers for democracy. The conversation turns to the impact on marginalized communities and the role of billionaires like Zuckerberg in shaping media narratives. They question the future of social media rhetoric and advocate for stronger local journalism as a counter to misinformation.