Leigh Stein and Julius Taranto, both satirical novelists, dive into the role of satire today. Stein, known for her sharp wit addressing the wellness industry, and Taranto, whose work explores cancel culture, discuss whether today's cultural climate allows for impactful satire. They reflect on how novels can outshine other media and critique societal absurdities, especially within feminism. With TikTok shaping reading preferences, they examine how younger audiences are reviving interest in literature, making a case for the transformative potential of modern storytelling.
