Offline with Jon Favreau
Is the internet slowly breaking our brains, and if so, what can we do about it?
Offline with Jon Favreau is a place where you can take a break from doom-scrolling and tune in to smarter, lighter conversations about the impact of technology and the internet on our collective culture.
Intimate interviews between Pod Save America host Jon Favreau and notable guests like Stephen Colbert, Hasan Piker, Chimamanda Adichie, ContraPoints, Margaret Atwood, and Rachel Maddow spark curiosity and introspection around the various ways our extremely online existence shapes everything from the ways we live, work, and interact with one another. Together we’ll figure out how to live happier, healthier lives, both on and offline.
New episodes drop every Thursday, wherever you get your podcasts and on the Offline YouTube channel.
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Latest episodes
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May 5, 2024 • 52min
How Cognitive Bias Explains Taylor Swift, Donald Trump, and Internet Malaise
Author Amanda Montell discusses cognitive biases and their impact on internet behavior. Topics include the halo effect on celebrity worship, confirmation bias in politics, declinism and nostalgia, social media's influence on mental health, and zero-sum bias in political conflicts.
May 2, 2024 • 1h 4min
How “The Social Network” Explains Silicon Valley
Halle Kiefer, host of 'Ruined' podcast, discusses the accuracy of 'The Social Network' movie in depicting Silicon Valley. They analyze the portrayal of tech founders, college experiences, and relatable moments in the film. The conversation touches on bad behavior excused by genius, dating Mark Zuckerberg, and real-life parallels of the social media landscape.
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Apr 28, 2024 • 47min
The Biden Campaign’s Plan to Beat Trump Online
Former White House Digital Strategy Director and Biden's Deputy Campaign Manager, Rob Flaherty, discusses Biden's online strategy, navigating the changing media landscape, leveraging TikTok, integrating ads with grassroots engagement, and promoting unity and inclusivity in political campaigns.
Apr 21, 2024 • 1h 14min
Right Wing Media Collapse, Trump Trial’s Repost King, and How To Live Like You’re Not Dying
Blogger Jenny Livingston shares her experience of extended life expectancy due to cystic fibrosis treatment. The discussion also covers the decline in right-wing media traffic, Gen Z's shift from dating apps to traditional methods, and humorous courtroom moments with Trump memes. The podcast also touches on advocating for grassroots movements and supporting down-ballot candidates for the 2024 election.
Apr 14, 2024 • 46min
Trump’s Stock Crash, AI Gets Junkier, and Paying to Delete Social Media
Discussions on Trump's stock crash, AI implications, and Glorb the AI rapper. Insights on social media addiction, AI music production, and effects on society. Strategies for navigating social media addiction and setting boundaries. Contrasting phone usage between tech and politics reporters.
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Apr 7, 2024 • 47min
Are You Treating Politics Like a Hobby?
Eitan Hersh, a Political Science professor at Tufts, discusses the impact of 'political hobbyists' on democracy with Jon Favreau. They explore the importance of meaningful political action over online activism, the challenges of engaging in local politics, and the necessity of building real connections in political organizing.
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Mar 31, 2024 • 1h 9min
How to Be Happy with Dr. Laurie Santos
Dr. Laurie Santos, Yale's 'Happiness Professor,' discusses declining youth happiness, the importance of in-person interactions, and prioritizing others for genuine happiness. Jon and Max touch on agreeing with Ron DeSantis and debunking Twitter conspiracy theories.
Mar 24, 2024 • 1h 2min
Is Trump Benefiting from Our 2020 Amnesia?
Eric Klinenberg and Jon Favreau delve into how our failure to process 2020 could result in another Trump term. They discuss Trump's handling of the pandemic, societal vulnerabilities, and the lasting impact of a tumultuous year. They also explore the divisive impact of social media, leadership influence, and the transformation of individuals during chaotic times.
Mar 17, 2024 • 1h 19min
Kate Middleton MIA, UFOs, and How Conspiracies Got Fun
From Kate Middleton conspiracies to UFO sightings surpassing her, this podcast covers it all. Explore the Pentagon's UFO report, TikTok bans, and the drummer of Blink-182's role in mainstreaming UFOs. Delve into royal family conspiracy theories and the evolving narratives surrounding mysterious disappearances. Unravel the psychological factors behind belief in conspiracies and the search for control in uncertain times.
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Mar 10, 2024 • 1h 3min
TikTok Ban Returns, AOC Hounded by Protesters, and Jon Ronson on the End of Public Shaming
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.
