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A weekly podcast, hosted by Ryan Broderick, about how the internet warps our minds, our culture, and eventually reality.

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Ryan recounts everything he's learned from the Epstein files so far, and with Grant, begins connecting all the red threads. Turns out, there's basically no major event this century that Epstein didn't have some involvement in — from the Great Recessi... more

One of the first “internet things” that reached beyond a bunch of inevitably really cool people who hung out in chatrooms, was YouTube. Today, we’re going back in time to look back at a potential progenitor of our current era: lonelygirl15. Willa Pas... more

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Recent Guests

Willa Paskin
Media critic and host of the podcast Decoder Ring
Decoder Ring
Episode: lonelygirl15 and when lies could be fun
Ro Khanna
Representative from California's 17th Congressional District
United States Congress
Episode: But, still, what about the Epstein files?
Ken Klippenstein
Journalist known for investigative reporting on government and political issues
Episode: The myth of the Antifa super soldier
Chris Plante
Host of Post Games
Independent
Episode: Why we always blame video games
Katie Notopoulos
Business Insider writer
Business Insider
Episode: The worst things on the internet this year
June Sternbach
Guest returning for her second appearance
Podcast Partner on Ill Conceived
Episode: The age of the lolcow
Josh Boerman
Podcast Partner on Ill Conceived
Episode: The age of the lolcow
Garrett Graff
Journalist with a background in national security and host of Long Shadow podcast
Long Shadow
Episode: Did Russiagate matter?
Katelyn Burns
Co-host of Cancel Me, Daddy
Episode: Is cancel culture canceled?

Host

Ryan Broderick
Host of the show, Ryan Broderick examines how the internet shapes culture and mindsets, bringing humor and depth to the discussions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 967 ratings
  • Interesting

    This podcast makes me feel bad in some of the ways I like feeling bad.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JesseVNB
    Canadaa month ago
  • 1 Star for Casey Newton

    Attempting credibility via Casey Newton is a self defeating. Listening to this door knob validate generative Ai by “you just need to use it…” is mind numbing.

    For someone with zero understanding himself on the topic…well it kinda tells.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rowdy2026
    Australiaa month ago
  • Please

    Hi - please consider episode on the online reaction of Maduros outfit after Venezuela was invaded

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boisin Berry
    Australiaa month ago
  • Could be so much better

    The premise of this podcast is great but listening to my first episode today was quite annoying and to hear them pretty much say “right wing bad” about 5 times whilst talking about video games was quite laborious . I’m anything but right wing but essentially listening to people make everything about politics (left or right) constantly is both tedious and lazy. Especially when it comes to politics. I understand there are political undertones with violence attributed to video games but I just felt... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Visus Mike
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Former internet explorer listener

    Found this podcast after Internet Explorer I saw at the very bottom of my podcasts!I used to listen to it religiously! Love this new podcast and especially the most recent episode with Katie!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShastaEvenson
    Canada2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful exploration of internet culture and social issues, often finding the discussions both entertaining and informative.
The humor and banter between hosts are often mentioned as highlights, though a few note it can be excessive at times.
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BONUS: How Epstein broke the internet — and our lives
Q: If you had to do a 60 second explainer, how would you solidify this for the most normal person?
Epstein manipulated internet visibility to hide his crimes and collaborated with figures like Steve Bannon to undermine democracies using his financial networks.
BONUS: How Epstein broke the internet — and our lives
Q: What have most people been taking away from this deluge that you've seen?
Many people are oversimplifying the information and attributing origins of Bitcoin and other projects incorrectly to Epstein, rather than understanding his role as a financier.
The myth of the Antifa super soldier
Q: What can the average person even do?
Shift public opinion and engage in dialogue and activism based on pressing issues to influence political action.
The myth of the Antifa super soldier
Q: How seriously should the average person be taking this?
The average person should take the political climate seriously, especially concerning government labeling and scrutiny, but they should still feel empowered to express their views.
But, still, what about the Epstein files?
Q: Why do you think the Epstein issue resonates so well with Trump's base?
Khanna explains that Trump's base feels betrayed by elites who escape accountability and connects their anger towards corruption with the Epstein case. It has become a significant issue for them, reflecting their disillusionment with the system.

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This podcast provides a captivating exploration of how the internet intricately influences human behavior, societal norms, and cultural narratives. It tackles a range of topics from online trolling and misinformation to the dynamics of political engagement and emerging conspiracy theories. Each episode invites insightful guests to contribute their expertise, promoting an engaging dialogue that raises awareness about the implications of digital culture. The format is characterized by both humor and serious discourse, making it accessible yet thought-provoking for listeners interested in the intersection of technology, media, and society.

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Recent guests on Panic World include:

1. Willa Paskin
2. Ro Khanna
3. Ken Klippenstein
4. Chris Plante
5. Katie Notopoulos
6. June Sternbach
7. Josh Boerman
8. Garrett Graff

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