Gia Tolentino, a sharp staff writer at The New Yorker, dives into the case of Luigi Mangione, recently arrested for the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. They discuss the unsettling heroization of Mangione amidst a healthcare crisis, revealing public grievances over the system. Tolentino explores the chaotic social media reactions, the complexities of personal struggles, and societal perceptions of violence. The conversation raises critical questions about privilege, justice, and how health inequities shape our narratives.
