Chapter
The Problem with Television by Rich People
55:55 - 1:01:51 (05:56)
A critique of television by rich people was discussed, emphasizing how most of the content is based on what they think normal Americans are like. It is argued that this is due to a lack of understanding because they have been wealthy their entire lives and prefer politics centered pool parties to really understanding the struggles of the masses.
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A discussion about the discriminatory and homophobic comments made by political figures against the LGBTQ+ community, including racist and baseless claims such as the belief that gay individuals are carriers of dangerous diseases.
55:55 - 57:36 (01:41)
Summary
A discussion about the discriminatory and homophobic comments made by political figures against the LGBTQ+ community, including racist and baseless claims such as the belief that gay individuals are carriers of dangerous diseases.
ChapterThe Problem with Television by Rich People
EpisodePart One: Ronald and Nancy Reagan: The Bastards Behind the AIDS Crisis
PodcastBehind the Bastards
A discussion of the Reagan administration's response to the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s, including their reluctance to acknowledge the crisis and take appropriate action.
57:36 - 59:40 (02:03)
Summary
A discussion of the Reagan administration's response to the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s, including their reluctance to acknowledge the crisis and take appropriate action.
ChapterThe Problem with Television by Rich People
EpisodePart One: Ronald and Nancy Reagan: The Bastards Behind the AIDS Crisis
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The reason why so much television content fails is because the wealthy individuals writing the shows have no actual understanding of the general public's thoughts and experiences, having been rich their whole lives.
59:40 - 1:01:51 (02:11)
Summary
The reason why so much television content fails is because the wealthy individuals writing the shows have no actual understanding of the general public's thoughts and experiences, having been rich their whole lives. It is refreshing when people can look outside their own worldview to take another's problems and beliefs seriously.