Summary

Donald Trump’s 2024 election victory, influenced by support from podcasters like Joe Rogan, has sparked debate among Democrats about creating a left-leaning equivalent.

Rogan, whose show reaches 14.5 million listeners (80% male, largely independents or Republicans), endorsed Trump and hosted figures like JD Vance and Elon Musk.

Critics argue Democrats lack a comparable media ecosystem due to limited funding from megadonors, who oppose progressive policies.

Others suggest Democrats need to focus on appealing policies for independent-minded voters rather than trying to replicate Rogan’s media influence.

  • @Freefall
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    113 days ago

    So we need someone with infinite curiosity, bottomless gullibility, boundless confidence, and inability to learn.

    I mean…I guess…

    • @Ensign_Crab
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      53 days ago

      James Carville is like right there.

      • @very_well_lost
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        43 days ago

        Unfortunately that hairless elbow golem is exactly the kind of clueless neolib that voters just rejected.

        • @Ensign_Crab
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          53 days ago

          Yes. Inability to learn was one of the criteria.