Topic: Emotional Response

4 chapters across the catalog

Brood X
Episode 1331 26:15 - 27:58

1331: Brood X

BBC Click Host Emotional Reaction to Vaccination

A host on the BBC program Click shared a personal anecdote about receiving a text invitation for a COVID-19 vaccination. The host described having a "big cry" of joy after booking the appointment. This emotional display is characterized as a performative media effort to promote the global vaccination agenda.

The Talking Stick!
Episode 958 1:18:01 - 1:22:36

958: The Talking Stick!

Weather Channel Anchor's Emotional Reaction to the Eclipse

A Weather Channel anchor had a highly emotional, tearful reaction to the total solar eclipse during a live broadcast. The hosts discuss the widespread "eclipse fever" and speculate that the intense emotional responses from some observers may stem from a lack of traditional religious belief systems. They compare the experience of watching the eclipse in person versus the high-quality feeds provided by NASA and television networks.

We Kill
Episode 919 27:14 - 30:19

919: We Kill

Emotional Response of Women, Carrie Bickmore Breakdown

Australian television host Carrie Bickmore experienced an emotional breakdown on air while discussing images of the Syrian conflict. This segment explores the perceived difference in emotional responses between men and women regarding war coverage. The host's unprofessional display is cited as an example of how media uses distress to influence public opinion.

Wantonly Podcasting
Episode 515 31:51 - 34:52

515: Wantonly Podcasting

Insula Dysfunction and Social Behavior Changes

The Wall Street Journal reports that changes in social behavior, such as a loss of empathy or increased sarcasm, may be symptoms of brain disease affecting the insula. Medical professionals suggest that these neurological shifts often manifest as social etiquette failures before other cognitive impairments are noticed.