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Blocked and Reported

Katie Herzog and Jesse Singal
Donald Trump
Social Media
Mental Health
Elon Musk
Transgender Issues
Bluesky
Autism
Jeffrey Epstein
Net Neutrality
Will Stancil
Charlie Kirk
Misinformation
Tiktok
Alcohol Use Disorder
Candace Owens
Free Speech
Trans Rights
Trump Administration
Kamala Harris
Racism

Journalists Katie Herzog and Jesse Singal scour the internet for its craziest, silliest, most sociopathic content, part of an obsessive and ill-conceived attempt to extract kernels of meaning and humanity from a landscape of endless raging dumpster fires. www.blockedandreported.org

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The conclusion to our three-part Dr. Jessica Taylor (PhD) extravaganza, featuring TV cancelations, workplace allegations, a VERY menacing Zoom group, reports to police, and finally: the real story behind the alleged plot to kill Dr. Jessica Taylor (P... more

This week on the Primo show, Part 2 of the Jessica Taylor (PhD) podcast extravaganza, featuring Taylor’s campaign against the website Tattle.Life and her new book, Click. Stalk. Destroy: Inside the Minds of People Who Stalk Online.

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This week on Blocked and Reported, Jesse and Katie discuss Dr. Jessica Taylor, PhD, a UK-based entrepreneur and influencer who claims to be the target of a sustained, coordinated harassment campaign by an army of online stalkers. In the first part of... more

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This week on Blocked and Reported, Jesse and Katie discuss AOC's Woke 1.0 revision. Plus, Tyler Austin Harper on being a token black professor, a trans writer's case for decoupling trans rights from gender woo, and the death of Jason Arday.

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Jessica the 80s Baby
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Episode: Episode 317: Literally Knitler (with Jessica the '80s Baby)
Emily Dufton
Drug historian and author
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Episode: Live with Katie Herzog, Ben Westhoff, and Emily Dufton
Ben Westhoff
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Episode: Live with Katie Herzog, Ben Westhoff, and Emily Dufton
Fred Sargent
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Episode: Premium: Marsha Marsha Marsha (Part 2)
Lisa Selin Davis
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Episode: Live with Katie Herzog & Lisa Selin Davis
David Baddiel
Author, comedian, broadcaster, and actor
Author of Jews Don't Count
Episode: Episode 306: Counting Jews (with David Baddiel)
Benoit Denizet-Lewis
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Emerson College (context of interview)
Episode: Live with Katie Herzog & Benoit Denizet-Lewis
Emma Pettit
Reporter at the Chronicle of Higher Education
Chronicle of Higher Education
Episode: Episode 304: Pomona College And The $300 Zine That Nearly Destroyed A Department (with Emma Pettit)
Ben Kawaller
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Katie Herzog
Host of Blocked and Reported
Jesse Singal
Host of Blocked and Reported

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 7.1k ratings
  • The resentment is understandable. But…

    Both of these hosts have suffered outrageous, unfair online abuse in the past, so it’s no wonder they still bear a grudge against the political left. But they seem to be stuck in a time-warp, convinced that cancel culture is still the main motivator of liberals & progressives alike. The MAGA takeover barely seems to have registered with them. Instead, they seek out more & more obscure “woke” offenses to be outraged by. I guess there’s enough of a market for this to make it worthwhile, but at... more

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    2
    JoeMac86
    United Statesa month ago
  • Real job!

    They deserve money!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Brudd3788
    United States2 months ago
  • Feels exactly like old daily show

    Back in the early(er) 2000’s the Daily Show would look at the same stories everyone was looking at, dig in irreverently, and put it into hilarious context. When Jesse and Katie are at their best, this is that show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tglass55
    United States2 months ago
  • It’s fun

    Updating my 2018 5-star review to a 1-star since they’ve converted to ceaseless Zionist nonsense

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    Pete Trg
    United States2 months ago
  • Good pod

    The stuff of legend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Handsomedevil95
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the hosts' candor and humor even when critiquing online culture.
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Episode 306: Counting Jews (with David Baddiel)
Q: The title nicely sums up the argument of the book. Can you expand on what Jews Don't Count means in today's discourse?
The phenomenon describes how Jews are often treated as a group with power and privilege, which means their experiences of antisemitism can be downplayed or misunderstood, and that leads to a misalignment in how society addresses antisemitism versus other forms of discrimination.
Episode 304: Pomona College And The $300 Zine That Nearly Destroyed A Department (with Emma Pettit)
Q: What is Pomona College like, and who is the main figure in this story?
Pomona is a private, well-resourced liberal arts college in Southern California, with the central figure being Aaron Coonan, a literature professor who becomes department chair and whose leadership style sets off a cascade of governance clashes and funding disputes.
Live with Katie Herzog & Ben Ryan
Q: What is the status of youth gender medicine at this point?
Youth gender medicine has faced severe pushback and policy changes during the Trump administration, including executive orders that limit treatments for minors.
Episode 279: How To Drink Your Way Sober
Q: What was the hurdle you had to climb just to be like, I'm going to put, because you put a lot of embarrassing shit in there?
The desire to tell a good story was stronger than my instinct for self-preservation.
Episode 277: Internet Poisoning (with Katherine Dee)
Q: How are you planning to raise your child in the digital age?
Katherine reveals her concerns about screen time and the balance she wants to strike with her child's internet usage.

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Two hosts explore the wild world of internet culture and contemporary politics with a sharp, irreverent bite. Across episodes, expect candid banter, skeptical media analysis, and deep dives into controversial topics—from LGBTQ history and online culture clashes to political dynamics and culture-war narratives—often weaving personal anecdotes with rigorous fact-checking. The show distinguishes itself through provocative takes, quick wit, and a willingness to challenge prevailing narratives, making it a fit for listeners who enjoy civil discourse laced with humor and pointed critique.

Noteworthy strengths include a consistent duo dynamic, a track record of sourcing diverse guests to unpack complex subjects, and a knack for turning online dra... more

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