Michelle Lhooq

Climate activist and festival advocate Michelle Lhooq joins New Models to discuss the recent climate protest at Burning Man calling for a ban on private jets and single-use plastics. They explore the intersection of counterculture and climate activism, the challenges of organizing dissent, and the changing nature of activism in the online and offline spaces.

Exploring counterculture in the age of platform capitalism, algorithmic oppression, and drug legalization. Music and drug subcultures fuel the fight for cognitive freedom. Delving into creative chaos, safe spaces at events, authenticity, and evolving music events. Navigating new societal transitions and promoting non-alcoholic experiences in rave culture. Emphasizing gratitude, Patreon support, and expressions of love.

Journalist Michelle Lhooq discusses the recent 'debate' on the failure of the sexual revolution. They explore the rising influence of the new right and how the left can regain appeal. They also discuss the shifting location of counterculture, the portrayal of pornography in the feminist revolution, and the left's struggle to maintain its cool factor.