In this solo episode of Uncolonized, Gavin dives into the philosophy of Herbert Marcuse and how it connects to his real-life experiences with people who give off an uncanny valley vibe. He unpacks how this mindset makes capitalism feel like the natural order, making it harder to see the system at play. Critical thought is dismissed, replaced with endless consumption—so how do we break free? Tune in for a deep dive into ideology, reality, and the struggle to think beyond the script.

Here's the link to the Harper article by Joseph Bernstein

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In this week's episode of Uncolonized, hosts Gavin Stephens and Daniel Grant delve into the 2024 film Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu.

They critically examine the movie's political messaging, exploring how capitalist realism influences its portrayal of revolution. The discussion highlights the contrast between the film's narrative and the underlying economic ideologies it perpetuates. The hosts also analyze performances by Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, considering how their portrayals contribute to the film's themes.

Tune in for an insightful conversation that challenges the surface-level storytelling of Hollywood's latest adaptation.

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This week on Uncolonized, Gavin & Daniel take a Canadian perspective on the incoming U.S. administration and the inauguration. How does this political shift impact the U.S., Canada, and the world? We break it all down and cut through the noise. Catch the full conversation, including our extended discussion, over on Patreon: patreon.com/theuncolonized.

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