W. David Marks
Cultural critic and author of Blank Space: A Cultural History of the 21st Century who analyzes shifts in popular culture and the political turn described in the episode.
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Dec 12, 2025 • 25min
Pop culture is conservative now
Max Tawney, media editor at Semaphore and co-host of Mixed Signals, discusses how political lobbying, particularly by Trump, shapes studio deals like Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros. Cultural critic W. David Marks analyzes the conservative shift in pop culture, exploring the rise of right-wing transgressiveness as a counter-response to liberal dominance. They delve into Trump's eclectic tastes and efforts to rehabilitate controversial figures, questioning whether current conservative trends in culture are here to stay.
Oct 15, 2025 • 59min
Why is Indonesia’s Prabowo under fire over Israel ban? Plus: Fendi’s new chief creative officer
James Chambers, Monocle's Asia editor, dives into the controversy surrounding Indonesia's president Prabowo and his canceled visit to Israel, touching on local backlash and the nation’s complex history with Israeli sports bans. Inga Thorda reviews global headlines, providing insight into current affairs, while David Phelan highlights the latest tech trends. W. David Marks explores the intricacies of creating an English edition of the Japanese magazine Popeye, revealing the challenges of translation and maintaining cultural authenticity.
