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Blocked and Reported

Katie Herzog and Jesse Singal
Social Media
Donald Trump
Mental Health
Elon Musk
Transgender Issues
Bluesky
Jeffrey Epstein
Net Neutrality
Charlie Kirk
Alcohol Use Disorder
Cancel Culture
Free Speech
Will Stancil
Misinformation
Trans Rights
Trump Administration
Tiktok
Artificial Intelligence
Susan Banks
Wokeness

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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This week on Blocked and Reported, Jesse and Katie dig into Initiative-638, the Washington ballot initiative that would bar male athletes from girls’ sports. Will it mean genital exams in the school gym, as the No campaign claims, or just a checked b... more

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This week on Blocked and Reported, Jesse and Katie head to Madison, Wisconsin, where a fatal police shooting in July sparked a protest encampment in the vein of CHOP/CHAZ. You will be shocked to learn that the protest zone quickly turned into a homel... more

This week on Blocked and Reported, Katie is joined by Brad Polumbo to discuss a revelatory panel on fat liberation held at Harvard Medical School, featuring New York Times contributor Roxane Gay, fat activist Ragen Chastain, and Da’Shaun Harrison, th... more

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Jesse’s 70-minute conversation with the man who uncovered* James Talarico’s hidey hole in an Ohio psych ward. Note: Listen to the episode first!

*Did not uncover

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Recent Guests

Brad Polumbo
YouTuber, podcaster and political commentator
Episode: Episode 328: Fat Liberation at Harvard Medical School (with Brad Polumbo)
Ryan Amaker
Social media influencer who posted about the false claim involving James Talarico
Episode: Bonus: Jesse’s Conversation With Talarico-Hoaxer Rhein Amacher
Sandeep Kaushik
Political and public affairs consultant in Seattle; former journalist
Seattle-based political and public affairs consulting
Episode: Episode 325: What’s The Matter With Seattle?
David Hyde
Politics reporter and producer; former NPR station manager
Public radio/Seattle media
Episode: Episode 325: What’s The Matter With Seattle?
Amy Sousa
Organizer involved in the Portland sports activism segment
Activist (Portland)
Episode: Premium: Last Ditch Bar And The Never-Ending Accountability Session
Jon Ronson
Author, journalist, documentarian, and podcaster
Self
Episode: Episode 321: Losing The Plot (with Jon Ronson)
Jessica the 80s Baby
Researcher and co-host on the show
Blocked and Reported
Episode: Episode 317: Literally Knitler (with Jessica the '80s Baby)
Emily Dufton
Drug historian and author
Emily Dufton
Episode: Live with Katie Herzog, Ben Westhoff, and Emily Dufton
Ben Westhoff
Author and filmmaker
Ben Westhoff
Episode: Live with Katie Herzog, Ben Westhoff, and Emily Dufton

Hosts

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 bad reviews are deserved

    I agree with the other one-star reviews. It’s lazy, anti-left, inaccurate, not funny, not smart, not interesting, not entertaining. I get that Katie got canceled and that certainly seems unfair. But I draw the line at eugenics, mocking disabled people, and things that basically promote hate.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Lenticular Thoughts
    United States25 days ago
  • Do not listen

    Revolting content

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MDG1111tff
    New Zealanda month ago
  • Michael Cohen is a great guy even if we disagree politically.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    BougieHowser
    a month ago
  • Too many interruptions

    Lately there seem to be way more pointless interruptions. It’s hard to get into story with so many pointless interruptions by Jesse (most). It’s still a decent show but would flow smoother if those were kept in check.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Noveria79
    United Statesa month ago
  • Don’t lie

    I feel like I disagree with these two people 92% of the time, about social issues. I do appreciate the difference of opinion and I love the fact that they don’t seem to be lying to me. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    truth will set you free 1984
    United States2 months ago

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Episode 328: Fat Liberation at Harvard Medical School (with Brad Polumbo)
Q: How does Brad differentiate between genuinely independent or heterodox thinking and contrarianism for its own sake?
Polumbo says established principles and values help him assess new controversies, while commentators with weaker convictions may follow the incentives that bring attention and clicks.
Episode 328: Fat Liberation at Harvard Medical School (with Brad Polumbo)
Q: Do you think it's fair for a woman, let's say a lesbian ends up in a relationship with someone like that. Do you think it's fair for that woman to say she's a lesbian still?
Polumbo says it is understandable that someone might still feel lesbian, but he considers the label technically inaccurate if the partner is biologically male.
Bonus: Jesse’s Conversation With Talarico-Hoaxer Rhein Amacher
Q: What would you say if James Talarico's family member contacted you about the damaging rumor?
Amaker says he would consult his lawyer but, personally, would probably apologize and take responsibility for how the claim spread.
Bonus: Jesse’s Conversation With Talarico-Hoaxer Rhein Amacher
Q: What do you take from this whole experience?
Amaker says he hoped the story would stick, did not anticipate how widely it would spread, and was out of his depth because he lacked media training and did not verify the claim.
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.

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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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