3 chapters across the catalog
A comedic remix of a reality television show about animal hoarding is played, featuring a "cat lady" and her family. The hosts use the clip to demonstrate the use of "rim shots" in production to highlight absurd dialogue. This leads to a brief discussion on the rise of "Machiavellian women" in media and entertainment.
Julia Gillard, Australian Media Gender Politics
Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard's appearance on Today FM is analyzed through the lens of Australian media commentary. A debate between pundits highlights the divide over Gillard's popularity, with some claiming she is "Machiavellian" and others arguing she is unfairly targeted by "white males" in the press. The hosts compare Gillard's divisive nature to that of Hillary Clinton.
Conspiracy Theory, Psychological Projection Study
A study from the British Journal of Social Psychology suggests that people who believe in conspiracy theories are often projecting their own willingness to conspire onto others. The research claims that individuals with Machiavellian tendencies are more likely to endorse such theories. The hosts mock the study as an attempt to pathologize dissent.
