Summary

The “Rogansphere,” a sprawling ecosystem of podcasts and online shows led by figures like Joe Rogan, has become a powerful cultural force for younger audiences, functioning as a “Fox News for the young.”

With its mix of anti-establishment rhetoric, distrust of Democrats, and casual conversations blending left-leaning and conservative ideas, it normalizes figures like Donald Trump for a disillusioned, lonely audience—particularly young men.

Democrats risk underestimating its influence, as this ecosystem fosters deep listener loyalty and has contributed to a significant shift in young male voters toward Trump.

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    17 hours ago

    Yes because insulting the voter base is the way to win their votes. This is why we keep fucking losing. Instead of adjusting we call the voters lonely and stupid. Sounds like a sure fire way to win on the fence voters.

    This article is essentially saying anyone that listens to these shows is the problem.

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      8 hours ago

      This, many people who voted for Trump weren’t going to vote at all until Hillary called them deplorable.

    • gamermanh@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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      14 hours ago

      This article is essentially saying anyone that listens to these shows is the problem.

      Fascists are usually the problem, yea

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        Now you seem to be implying that anyone who listens to podcasts is a fascist.

        Do you ever just take a breath and hold off on what you’re about to say?

        • gamermanh@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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          10 minutes ago

          Now you seem to be implying that anyone who listens to podcasts is a fascist.

          No, I’m not, learn to read

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      16 hours ago

      They killed their chance with Sanders who had a better approval rate than Hillary and could have won that election. Thats when i realized the democratic party is GARBAGE.

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        For me it was when they skipped their primary election, then adopted the slogan “Democracy is on the ballot”.

        Like damn that is insulting. I’ve voted Democrat in every election in my life until this one, but I will not put up with gaslighting from anyone no matter how long our history.

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      10 hours ago

      Lol you aren’t ever going to win that voter base, the fact that you keep trying is why you keep losing.