Part 7/15:
Interwoven with personal stories are musings on cultural and political climates. Theo questions the collective obsession with political activism, suggesting that constant exposure to snippets of information fuels unnecessary anxiety and anger—a concept he terms “panic porn,” coined by a friend. He reflects on how media bombardment, especially during times when traditional outlets like sports are unavailable, causes people to become more polarized and reactive, perhaps even manipulated into emotional exhaustion and overactivation.
He urges listeners to consider whether their outrage stems from genuine concern or if it’s being exploited for dopamine hits. This critique underscores a desire to seek peace amid chaos and to find balance in consuming information.