We’re unlocking this subscriber-only podcast, recorded back in January, just to give you freeloaders a taste of what lurks behind the paywall. It’s not only those amazing bonus episodes, wherein the morons from The Fifth Column yammering and stammering through the most important issues facing civilization. But occasionally one-on-one interviews with some of the most interesting people on Earth. Like this one with the great Jon Ronson, host of the new podcast Things Fell Apart. So head over to Substack and subscribe.By popular demand, we present to you, dear patrons, the triumphant return of journalist, podcaster, Welshman, filmmaker, and nicest guy in the business, Mr. Jon Ronson.Ronson, whose classic works include The Men Who Stare at Goats, The Psychopath Test and So You've Been Publicly Shamed, stopped by the Fifth's Chinatown studio to for a fascinating, revealing one-on-one chat about his phenomenal new podcast series Things Fell Apart, losing friendships because of the culture war (ahem), the first internet cancellation, satanic panics, and the interview that made him almost believe in god...and Moynihan almost (almost) cry.  This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.wethefifth.com/subscribe

Jon Ronson discusses truth-telling, culture wars, and his struggles with screenwriting. He shares insights on storytelling, bullying, and the importance of being authentic. The podcast explores his professional rivalry with Louis Theroux and his successful non-fiction works.

Jon Ronson joins the discussion on culture wars and public shaming. They talk about the TikTok ban and AOC being hounded by protesters. Explore the origins of cancel culture and the impact of social media on activism and politics. Discuss the evolution of identity politics and media polarization, along with the dangers of mislabeling groups. Dive into the rise and fall of public shaming and the importance of genuine connections in a digital world.

Ryan talks to author and filmmaker Jon Ronson about how to balance empathy and compassion with finding the truth, the importance of policing your side of the street to fight radicalization, the lack of connection in modern culture, and more. Jon Ronson is an award-winning writer and documentary filmmaker. He is the author of many bestselling books, including So You’ve Been Publicly Shamed, The Psychopath Test, and The Men Who Stare at Goats. His latest work is a Radio 4 and BBC Sounds podcast series entitled, Things Fell Apart, which covers unexpected human stories from the history of culture wars. Go Macro is a family-owned maker of some of the finest protein bars around. They're vegan, non-GMO, and they come in a bunch of delicious flavors. Visit gomacro.com and use promo code STOIC for 30% off your order plus free shipping on all orders over $50.Talkspace is an online and mobile therapy company. Visit talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month when you use promo code STOIC at sign-up. That’s $100 off at talkspace.com, promo code STOIC.LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn, Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/STOIC.Sign up for the Daily Stoic email: https://dailystoic.com/dailyemailCheck out the Daily Stoic Store for Stoic inspired products, signed books, and more.Follow us: Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, FacebookFollow Jon Ronson: Homepage, Instagram, TwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon Ronson, journalist and filmmaker, dives into conspiracies and culture wars, exploring post-truth narratives. He discusses anti-vaccine movements, gender politics, and the alarming reality of the culture wars. Joined by Jenny Kleeman, they unravel mysteries, misinformation, and societal polarization. The conversation touches on social media harassment, conspiracy theories, and traumatic experiences in education.

Jon Ronson and Jenny Kleeman discuss conspiracies, culture wars, and empathy in journalism. They explore moral views on AIDS, impactful interviews, truth, rationality, and sensory experiences. They reflect on the lack of evidence in high-stakes plots and emphasize the importance of seeking truth in discussions.

Jon Ronson’s second season of unexpected human stories from the culture wars focused on the divisions that erupted in the wake of the Covid lockdown. It was a number 1 hit podcast and received five star reviews. In a fun, free-flowing live discussion from the Hay Festival in Wales, Jon turns the tables on himself and asks his audience to ask him anything they like.Series Producer: Sarah Shebbeare

Jon Ronson, an insightful author and journalist, joins Jenessa, a knowledgeable figure in research integrity discussions. They dive into the bizarre controversy over a study linked to Judy Mikovits, addressing why she alone had access to a questionable cell line. The pair explore the ethical implications of scientific misconduct and the chaotic fallout from the incident. They also discuss the importance of accountability in research and the media's role in disseminating accurate information amidst a sea of misinformation.

Jon Ronson, author of The Psychopath Test, delves into the origins of culture wars, from left-wing activism to vaccine paranoia. He shares intriguing stories of conspiracy theories, psychic soldiers, and public shaming in the age of social media. Ronson discusses the surprising impact of individuals in shaping divisive social conflicts, including his undercover experience at Bohemian Grove with Alex Jones.

Author and podcaster Jon Ronson discusses his show Things Fell Apart, explores the mysterious deaths of 32 black sex workers in Miami, controversies surrounding excited delirium as a cause of death, narcissism's effects on behavior, disillusionment towards the medical establishment, belief in conspiracy theories and racist stereotypes, the dangers of over-medicalization, and the trustworthiness of the medical establishment and scientist Judy Bikovitz's claims about COVID-19.