Danna Young

Danna Young, an associate professor of communications and author of "Irony and Outrage," dives into the stark divides in media consumption between liberals and conservatives. She explains how emotional responses shape audience engagement and the aesthetics of each media ecosystem. Additionally, Young challenges the misconception that outrage culture is solely a left phenomenon, revealing similar patterns on the right. The conversation highlights how psychological traits influence media preferences and how understanding these differences is crucial for healthy political discourse.