Topic: Julius Caesar

2 chapters across the catalog

Humalgo
Episode 938 2:02 - 5:10

938: Humalgo

Congressional Baseball Shooting and Political Rhetoric

Media coverage of the shooting of Representative Steve Scalise by James Hodgkinson is deconstructed, highlighting how outlets blame "incendiary rhetoric" from both political parties. The analysis includes references to Kathy Griffin’s controversial photo and the New York production of Julius Caesar. Politicians like Nancy Pelosi and Chris Collins are shown calling for a reduction in political vitriol.

Humalgo
Episode 938 20:02 - 21:31

938: Humalgo

Julius Caesar Play and Corporate Sponsorship

The controversy surrounding a New York City production of Julius Caesar featuring a Trump-like figure is discussed. Major sponsors like JPMorgan Chase and Delta Airlines pulled their funding following public outcry. The segment analyzes the media's framing of this as a threat to free speech versus a standard corporate branding decision.