Jay Casale
Jay Casale
The Essential Lighter Side: Journalist Lauren Duca
The Essential Lighter Side: Journalist Lauren Duca
The Essential Lighter Side: Journalist Lauren Duca
Monday 18th May 2020
Join journalist Lauren Duca on The Lighter Side podcast as she discusses truth, reality, and ways to get involved in democracy.
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Get the buttons here!Lauren Duca: Truth, Reality, and Activism on The Lighter Side
I wish that that kind of rating wasn't so rare, like I'm still, I think, often just explaining things that I hope you already know, actually, but I want to give you the words I want to give you the conviction to say you know, for example, this is a racist, authoritarian regime, right, and actually there are.
Lauren Duca, a journalist who gained viral fame for her Teen Vogue article 'Donald Trump is Gaslighting America', joins Jay Casale on The Lighter Side podcast. In this engaging episode, Lauren dives into the complexities of truth and reality in today's media landscape. She discusses her journey from viral fame to writing her book 'How to Start a Revolution', a guide for anyone looking to get involved in democracy.
Lauren's conversation with Jay covers the dangers of misinformation, the importance of critical thinking, and the interconnected media ecosystem that fuels conspiracy theories. Beyond her professional insights, Lauren shares personal stories that have shaped her views. She opens up about coming out as queer and navigating life in quarantine with her conservative family. Her candidness offers a refreshing take on maintaining one's beliefs amid chaos.
Throughout the episode, Lauren emphasizes the power of storytelling and human connection, especially during challenging times. Jay Casale, known for transforming his podcast from weight loss to mental health and pandemic discussions, brings his unique perspective to the conversation. Having lost 185 pounds post-bariatric surgery and hosting a variety of guests from actors to essential workers, Jay's empathy and insight shine through.
This episode is part of his broader effort to create an oral history of the pandemic through diverse personal stories. For those interested in media, activism, or simply seeking an honest dialogue about today's pressing issues, this episode with Lauren Duca offers a compelling listen. Her thoughts on truth, reality, and activism are not only informative but also inspire listeners to reflect and take action.