Completely Conspicuous

Part 1 of my conversation with guest Matt Phillion as we discuss the difficulties of avoiding cynicism. Show notes: - Check out Matt's new book Like a Comet: The Indestructibles Book 4 - It's hard not to be cynical these days - Politics are infuriating in general - Soccer hooligans can spread joy, too - Getting cynicism drummed into you as a young reporter - Kids, don't go into journalism - NIMBY remains a strong force - Matt made the mistake of going to back to newspapers a few years ago - Facts, schmacts - Saying something stupid won't tank your campaign anymore - Tapping into frustrated and angry voters - Blindly loyal political supporters - Stupid can win - People are tired of hearing from so-called experts - Jay: Reality TV makes me cynical - The Duggars had a show because they had 19 kids - Some people find The Bachelor fascinating - So many kids these days have the drive to become famous - The abnormal lives of huge celebrities - Tom Cruise can't rel