Time To Say Goodbye

Author John Ganz discusses the debate over labeling Trump as fascist. They explore the role of normie liberals in defeating right-wing movements. Topics include defining fascism, the power of terminology, and the importance of a united front against Trumpism.

This podcast episode discusses open container laws, the discourse on Kate Middleton and the Royals, and strategies for getting children off their phones and the internet. Includes Marxist ideas for radical plans and societal benefits of legalization.

New York Times and CNN contributor Jane Coaston discusses the expectations on women's coaches, the rise of women's basketball, Caitlin Clark's talent, NIL and transfer portal in a March Madness themed episode.

Hello!Today’s episode is a talk with Vinson Cunningham about his new novel GREAT EXPECTATIONS which came out yesterday and is in bookstores everywhere. It’s everything you would expect from Vinson: beautiful sentences, long meditations on hoops, the church, and love, and a engrossing storyline that follows a young man who goes to work on the campaign of a certain senator from Illinois during his first presidential run. BUY IT HERE. And if you’re in New York City, Vinson will be in conversation with Doreen St. Felix tonight at Greenlight Books in Brooklyn. Jay This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit goodbye.substack.com/subscribe

In this podcast, they discuss the potential impact of AI technology on water and energy consumption, the challenges of creating efficient AI tools, and the current trends in AI development. They also touch on the environmental concerns surrounding AI operations and the importance of transitioning to smaller, more streamlined AI models. Additionally, the speakers explore the complexities of AI reporting, the advancements in AI music generation, and the parallels between human cognition and machine predictions.

Hello!On today’s episode, we talk about Aaron Bushnell, the active-duty Air Force twenty-five year old who self-immolated in Washington, D.C., the history of the act and how it has been seen in different eras and different contexts. We compare, for example, how Barack Obama talked about the self-immolation of Mohamed Bouazizi, a Tunisian street vendor who is credited with sparking the Arab Spring with how much of the liberal commentariat talks about Bushnell (largely in terms of mental health). And we try to make sense of what demands this act places on the public and how it could be understood. We also talk about this: We also talk about Jay’s recent article about Pretendianism in the New Yorker and Tyler talks about his own experiences as a minority in the academy. Some reading: Wapo report on BushnellArticle Jay wrote in 2022 about the self immolation of Wynn BrucePretendian article Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit goodbye.substack.com/subscribe

Discussing the minority vote, exploring the shift towards the right. Why are different groups leaving the Democrat Party? Implications for progressive politics. Debunking disinformation studies, the impact on voter behavior. Economic concerns influencing the black vote. The influence of white women voters. Bridging perspectives on education and voter motivations. Reflections on post-election uncertainty and audience engagement.

Author Carrie Sun discusses her memoir PRIVATE EQUITY, revealing the allure and repulsion of working at a billionaire hedge fund. The podcast explores motivations in finance, workplace realities, political awakenings, and navigating wealth and influence in career choices. It also delves into personal growth through self-discovery and the intriguing dynamics of the hedge fund work environment.

Discussion on Tracy Chapman's music and the divide of opinions on the Apple Vision Pro. Debate on the Ambivalence of Virtual Reality (VR): The hosts discuss their thoughts on virtual reality (VR) and its unsettling ability to replicate everyday experiences. The Impact of the Internet on Academic Work and Personal Well-being: This chapter explores the effects of the internet on academic research and personal happiness. Challenges of Night Fishing and Lack of Digital Evidence in Surfing. Technology, Narcissism, and the Meaning of 'People': The speakers discuss the impact of technology on society and contemplate the concept of narcissism. The Viral Nature of Culture and the Ponzi-like Fantasies of Markets: This chapter explores the interconnectedness of culture through virality, highlighting examples such as Luke Combs going viral on TikTok and the Grammys as a platform for creating viral social media clips. The Addictive Nature of Technology and Its Impact on Attention.

This week's podcast features Musa Al-Gharbi, a professor of sociology at Stony Brook University. They discuss blaming 'kids these days' for societal issues, the problem with adult blaming, illiberal attitudes on campuses, the risk to free expression, democracy, teachers, peer review, and more. They also touch on trust in science, misrepresentation of information by experts, and the misunderstanding of antisemitism in America.