Topic: Outrage Culture

2 chapters across the catalog

Sarcasm
Episode 1108 1:06:05 - 1:15:59

1108: Sarcasm

Ben Shapiro, Sarcasm in Political Broadcasting

The hosts analyze Ben Shapiro's use of sarcasm as a primary rhetorical tool, specifically regarding his coverage of Kamala Harris's past relationship with Willie Brown. They argue that Shapiro's constant sarcasm is "bad broadcasting" because it can be misinterpreted as factual statement by casual listeners. The discussion expands to how sarcasm has replaced genuine humor on both the right and left in social media and cable news.

All Juice & No Seeds
Episode 773 2:11:20 - 2:13:10

773: All Juice & No Seeds

Target OCD Sweater, Mental Health Outrage and Safe Spaces

Target faces backlash for selling an "Ugly Christmas Sweater" that features the acronym "OCD" standing for "Obsessive Christmas Disorder." Critics argue the sweater mocks a serious mental health condition. The hosts mock the outrage, viewing it as another example of the expanding "safe space" culture where humor is increasingly restricted.