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Does comedy belong in politics? How do comedians handle real-world affairs? In an episode of Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast, co-hosts Matt McCusker and Shane Gillis discuss interweaving political topics into their comedic routines. They also note how some politicians used the COVID-19 pandemic as a campaign tool. Continue reading to learn more about comedy and politics intermixing.
What are some weight loss success stories? Can weight loss be achieved without medication? The Daily podcast features the narratives of two women who have had starkly different encounters with weight loss medications. This is to show the benefits and drawbacks of using weight loss medications. Read below for these two stories that involve weight loss medications so you can get different perspectives.
What is Dr. Thema Bryant-Davis’s homecoming concept? What does distress do to your psyche? In an insightful conversation on The Mel Robbins Podcast, Robbins and Dr. Thema Bryant-Davis discuss the metaphorical concept of “homecoming,” which signifies the journey of reconnecting with our authentic sleeves. Life’s traumas often disguise our true identities, keeping us stuck in a look of distress that’s hard to escape. Let’s explore the concept of homecoming further.
What will the future of weight loss drugs look like? Are medications the new way to shed some pounds? Dani Blum projects an expansion in the weight loss drug market, with a spectrum of new drugs under development. Along with Michael Barbaro on The Daily podcast, Blum hypothesizes the effect future weight loss drugs will have on the market. Continue reading to learn how Ozempic and other weight loss medications will affect the drug market in the future.
What was Cheongju’s curling iron incident of 2006? What does the crime say about bullying in South Korean schools? Stephanie Soo’s podcast Rotten Mango dives into the troubling instances of school bullying in South Korea. It’s a critical issue exemplified by the 2006 Cheongju curling iron case, which inspired the popular Netflix series The Glory. Continue reading to learn more about the horrific case and its controversial aftermath.
What are the main issues with the juvenile justice system? Do certain cultural standards in South Korea contribute to bullying in schools? While discussing the 2006 Cheongju curling iron case on the Rotten Mango podcast, Stephanie Soo expresses distaste for the juvenile justice system. She says that much of the public’s negative response to the case was due to the school’s and justice system’s mishandling of the case. Check out the juvenile justice system’s problems with this specific case and others.
What are the long-term effects of bullying? What does bullying look like among celebrities? The Netflix series The Glory has brought up interesting conversations about the effects of bullying. On the Rotten Mango podcast, Stephanie Soo talks about how bullying in South Korea has increased significantly over the years, hence why she’s calling attention to it. Discover how bad bullying has gotten in recent years and the consequences of it.
What’s the controversy behind Netflix’s The Glory? How does the media shape the narrative around bullying? Netflix’s original series The Glory is based on the true story of a victim getting revenge on her school bullies. The series brought more attention to the real-life case in 2006, which Stephanie Soo talks about in her podcast Rotten Mango. Let’s dive into The Glory’s controversy for portraying a real-life incident.
Where do subconscious motivations come from? What can nonverbal cues tell you? Wouldn’t it be helpful to know what people are thinking without asking them? In Read People Like a Book, Patrick King claims that anyone can look at a person and know what type of person they are. When you’ve mastered this ability, you can handle conflict better and call out a liar from a mile away. Read below for a brief overview of Read People Like a Book.
Who is Brittany Broski? What’s the behind-the-scenes process like for The Broski Report? In an episode of The Broski Report, host Brittany Broski showcases her engaging, light-hearted style of storytelling. She also shows off her unique management of production aspects that has enthralled her audience. Continue reading to learn more about Broski’s role as a podcast host and her personal interests.