Topic: Sexualized Culture

7 chapters across the catalog

Micro Livestock
Episode 1004 2:40:50 - 2:44:57

1004: Micro Livestock

James Franco Mural and Palo Alto High School

Palo Alto High School painted over a mural created by alumnus James Franco following allegations of sexual misconduct. Franco's former teacher, Esther Wojcicki, expressed concern that he was not given a chance to defend himself, while students argued the school needed to "distance" itself from the actor.

Don's Dentures
Episode 988 42:39 - 47:07

988: Don's Dentures

Socio-Political Gender Revolution, Me Too Movement Origins

The "Me Too" movement, originally started by activist Tarana Burke in 2006, has evolved into a global socio-political revolution. Women are increasingly using the hashtag to share experiences of sexual violence and harassment, seeking to end a culture of "politeness" that previously silenced victims. The movement is described as a fundamental shift in how the next generation will be taught to respect boundaries.

Factivist
Episode 890 1:37:45 - 1:48:48

890: Factivist

Camille Paglia on Transgenderism and Cultural Collapse

The hosts play clips of social critic Camille Paglia discussing the rise of transgenderism as a "fashion" and a sign of late-stage cultural unraveling. Paglia argues that the movement is part of an assault on masculinity and expresses concern over the "bureaucratic machinery" making permanent medical changes easier for young people. The hosts relate this to the historical decline of the Greek and Roman empires.

Divide & Ruin
Episode 793 1:34:46 - 1:38:19

793: Divide & Ruin

Cultural Integration Classes, Finland and Norway Refugee Centers

Finland introduces mandatory classes for asylum seekers to teach Western values, specifically regarding the equality of women and sexual consent. The BBC reports on the cultural clash as teachers explain that a woman's clothing or presence at a disco does not imply sexual availability. The hosts reference the show "Lillehammer" as a depiction of the realities within Nordic refugee centers.

Miley Cyrus Meets Hannah Montana
Episode 137 40:22 - 42:45

137: Miley Cyrus Meets Hannah Montana

German Voting Machines and Dubai Underground Culture

The hosts correct previous statements about German voting, noting that the country banned voting machines following hacks by the Chaos Computer Club. They also revisit a debate regarding Janeane Garofalo's comments on Dubai, clarifying that while Dubai has a repressed public culture, it maintains a significant illegal underground scene.

Show Me the Money!
Episode 19 1:10:50 - 1:14:48

19: Show Me the Money!

Sexist Language, Corporate Spokesperson Terminology

An anecdote from a former PC World writer describes an editor's insistence on using the term "spokesperson" instead of "representative" to avoid sexist language. The hosts discuss the absurdity of these linguistic requirements and how they relate to the broader culture of avoiding sexual harassment lawsuits in public companies.