Topic: Backlash

Vivian Kubrick discusses the "spiteful" nature of the media and the reality of "psychopaths" in Hollywood. she recounts the disastrous New York premiere of 2001: A Space Odyssey, where two-thirds of the audience, including actor Rock Hudson, walked out in the first fifteen minutes. Despite the initial backlash from critics and studio heads, the film became a massive success with the public within days.

The discussion highlights the difficulty in finding venues for the film premiere as a sign of growing domestic repression. However, the success of "Alex's War" on digital charts is cited as evidence of an emerging "alternative economy" for authentic content. Glenn Greenwald notes that the massive loss of trust in corporate media (80-85% of the public) creates a significant opportunity for independent voices to thrive.