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Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
13 hours ago

I Respect the Move': Bill Maher Spills on Trump Trying to Block His Kennedy Center Award

Bill Maher admires Trump's serious rivalry, noting attempts to block his Mark Twain prize, but he remains confident about receiving the award on June 28.
Women in technology
fromJezebel
7 hours ago

Does Charlize Theron's Internet Run a Month Behind?

Charlize Theron criticized Timothée Chalamet's comments on ballet and opera, emphasizing the importance of these art forms.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
8 hours ago

Democratic Candidate Apologizes for Pro-Gun, Pro-Police Social Media Posts

Bob Brooks, a Democratic congressional candidate, apologized for past social media posts that included pro-gun sentiments and criticism of Colin Kaepernick.
Podcast
fromAxios
19 hours ago

How Trump is wooing Joe Rogan after their split

The White House has been building connections with Joe Rogan, who supports psychedelic therapies and has influenced recent executive actions on the topic.
#political-advertising
Marketing tech
fromThedrum
12 hours ago

StackAdapt and Broadsign Team Up to Streamline Political pDOOH Ad Buys

Native support for Broadsign Auction Packages streamlines political ad campaign execution across screens and key audience segments.
US politics
fromLexington Herald Leader
3 days ago

Are paid influencers boosting KY political campaigns? They don't have to say

Social media influencers promoting political candidates are not legally required to disclose paid endorsements, creating a significant loophole in political advertising regulations.
Marketing tech
fromThedrum
12 hours ago

StackAdapt and Broadsign Team Up to Streamline Political pDOOH Ad Buys

Native support for Broadsign Auction Packages streamlines political ad campaign execution across screens and key audience segments.
US politics
fromLexington Herald Leader
3 days ago

Are paid influencers boosting KY political campaigns? They don't have to say

Social media influencers promoting political candidates are not legally required to disclose paid endorsements, creating a significant loophole in political advertising regulations.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
15 hours ago

Dan Rather, Sam Donaldson and Others Demand Press Call Trump Out to His Face at Glitzy Dinner in Scorching Letter

Over 250 journalists urge the White House Correspondents' Association to oppose President Trump's attacks on press freedom during the upcoming dinner.
#caitlyn-jenner
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Caitlyn Jenner whines that her passport now says she's "male" after supporting Trump's reelection - LGBTQ Nation

Caitlyn Jenner discussed her struggles with travel due to Trump's anti-trans policies while expressing continued support for him.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Caitlyn Jenner Complains Trump's Anti-Trans Policy Screwing Her Over And Trump Is Ignoring Her Pleas

Caitlyn Jenner expresses frustration over Trump's anti-trans policies affecting her passport situation, while still supporting him.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Caitlyn Jenner whines that her passport now says she's "male" after supporting Trump's reelection - LGBTQ Nation

Caitlyn Jenner discussed her struggles with travel due to Trump's anti-trans policies while expressing continued support for him.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Who will shape the global agenda the left or far right?

Left-leaning leaders in Barcelona and far-right figures in Milan represent opposing political perspectives on democracy and regulation in Europe.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

Billionaire Tom Steyer's spending binge dwarfs rival campaigns in California governor's race

Steyer's ads, which promise to lower household costs and criticize federal immigration raids, dominate the media landscape in heavily Democratic Los Angeles.
SF politics
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Pro-Trump AI influencers are flooding social media.

Experts indicate that the creation of A.I. avatars is becoming easier, particularly for contractors and marketing companies that specialize in developing and dispatching these avatars in bulk.
Artificial intelligence
LA Lakers
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Why LeBron's Memphis Comments Won't Go Away

LeBron James criticized Memphis, suggesting the NBA should relocate, reflecting broader concerns about player experiences and city reputation.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

Jacob Tierney's HIV discussion is part of a proud tradition of powerful celebrity disclosures - Queerty

Jacob Tierney's disclosure of his HIV status highlights the ongoing stigma and misinformation surrounding HIV, emphasizing the importance of celebrity openness.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Margaret Cho says Trump tried to get her onto "Celebrity Apprentice" & his presidential campaign - LGBTQ Nation

Margaret Cho declined offers to join Donald Trump's reality show and campaign due to her political beliefs and discomfort with Trump.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Californians are pouring money into Democrats' Senate races in other states

James Talarico, a Democratic Senate candidate in Texas, has raised a staggering $27 million so far this year, with California donors contributing just under $1.2 million to back his campaign - second only to Texas supporters among those donors whose names were disclosed.
Fundraising
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Pop star boyfriend posting from Coachella, celebrity statesman, global brand: Justin Trudeau's offbeat political afterlife

Hungarians voted for change, signaling a restoration of democratic institutions after years under Viktor Orban.
Television
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Hulu's biggest reality stars will be under one roof for Hulu's Get Real event and livestream

Hulu's Get Real House returns with a livestream event featuring reality stars and new announcements on April 22.
US Elections
fromFast Company
4 days ago

2028 candidates will face a new kind of economic anger

Economic anxiety driven by AI is significantly impacting lower-wage Americans, necessitating urgent adaptation from political candidates.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
3 days ago

Progressive Media Org Launches Turning Point USA Competitor

Faiz Shakir, executive director of More Perfect Union, stated, 'We're hoping that an economic populist movement for the next generation will start through More Perfect Union on campuses.' This reflects the organization's goal to mobilize students around economic issues.
Right-wing politics
Growth hacking
fromHubspot
3 days ago

8 Ways to Elevate Your Brand as a Creator or Entrepreneur (& Close the Pay Gap)

The global creator economy is projected to reach $1.18 trillion by 2032, significantly impacting minority creators and entrepreneurs.
#youtube
fromAdExchanger
3 days ago
Media industry

Hot Take: YouTube Shouldn't Rely On Creators To Convince Brands It's TV | AdExchanger

YouTube aims to position itself as a television alternative to attract larger advertising budgets.
fromDigiday
1 week ago
Media industry

Future of TV Briefing: A TV advertising staple is missing from YouTube show sponsorships

YouTube channels are beginning to offer TV-style make-goods and viewership guarantees to sponsors as episodic series gain popularity.
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
3 days ago

Hot Take: YouTube Shouldn't Rely On Creators To Convince Brands It's TV | AdExchanger

YouTube aims to position itself as a television alternative to attract larger advertising budgets.
Media industry
fromDigiday
1 week ago

Future of TV Briefing: A TV advertising staple is missing from YouTube show sponsorships

YouTube channels are beginning to offer TV-style make-goods and viewership guarantees to sponsors as episodic series gain popularity.
fromConsequence
4 days ago

Dave Grohl: "It's Hard Not to Feel Political Living in America... There Needs to Be Change"

Fucking Neil Young is angrier than ever - jeez, Louise. But, yeah, of course, it's hard not to feel political living in America, where we're deeply divided. And there's injustice, and there's so much hate and fear, and it's such a drag.
Music
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Parties urged to act over candidates' racist posts

Both the Green Party and Reform UK face pressure to sever ties with candidates who made racist and offensive online posts.
Marketing
fromMacon Telegraph
4 days ago

American Eagle and Sydney Sweeney Don't Need Liberals

American Eagle's new campaign with Sydney Sweeney embraces past controversy, suggesting that outrage does not always impact commercial success.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
4 days ago

When Jokes Won't Do: Affective Shifts in U.S. Late-Night Comedy

News avoidance is rising due to negativity, while late-night comedy provides catharsis through affective shifts during crises.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

David Ellison Hosts Trump Dinner While Awaiting CNN Approval

Ellison's dinner party for Trump and the CBS News crew will be held at the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace, which the president renamed last year from the U.S. Institute of Peace.
Washington DC
Psychology
fromFast Company
6 days ago

How we make decisions, and how to reach people who've already made up their minds

The Elaboration Likelihood Model explains how motivation and ability influence how people process persuasive information through central and peripheral routes.
Left-wing politics
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Democrats Warned Not to Upset Multi-Million Dollar AI Lobbyists, Even Though It'd Be a Slam Dunk With Voters

The Democratic party's strategy to appeal to conservative voters failed, leading to criticism of prioritizing donors over constituents.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Powerful California institutions backed Swalwell's rise. Now they're facing questions

Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign collapsed due to sexual assault allegations, leading to his resignation and loss of support from political allies.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Packaging evil into something funny': is making fun of Trump now just clownwashing'?

Comedy can challenge authority and prevent normalization of harmful political realities, but it risks becoming a safety valve for apathy instead.
Right-wing politics
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Lisa Rinna & Harry Hamlin snag Pelosi LGBTQ+ Ally Award. They warn of 'authoritarian takeover'

Lisa Rinna warns that the U.S. is experiencing an authoritarian takeover, threatening democracy and equality.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
4 days ago

Make bad moves on AI and face voter backlash, govts warned

The UK government must demonstrate AI benefits to the public to mitigate backlash and concerns over job losses and risks associated with the technology.
Media industry
fromVariety
4 days ago

Ariana Madix, Warner Records' Dalia Ganz, LA28 CMO Alex Merchan, Qualcomm CMO Don McGuire and Patrick Ta Join Variety's Entertainment Marketing Summit

The 2026 Entertainment Marketing Summit will feature prominent speakers discussing brand building, marketing strategies, and the impact of technology on entertainment.
#jimmy-kimmel
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Jimmy Kimmel Ignores Eric Swalwell Rape Allegations and Resignation, Months After Launching His Gubernatorial Campaign on Show

Jimmy Kimmel ignored Rep. Eric Swalwell's rape allegations and resignation during his show, focusing instead on President Trump and other topics.
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Jimmy Kimmel Fires Back at MAGA Critics on Michelle Obama's Podcast: Don't Tell Me What My Job Is'

Jimmy Kimmel defends his focus on Trump in comedy, asserting it's essential to address current events in his role as a late-night host.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
Right-wing politics

Jimmy Kimmel Rips JD Vance for Claiming Trump's Jesus Post Was a Joke' People Didn't Understand: Why Did I Get Kicked Off the Air Again?'

US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Jimmy Kimmel Ignores Eric Swalwell Rape Allegations and Resignation, Months After Launching His Gubernatorial Campaign on Show

Jimmy Kimmel ignored Rep. Eric Swalwell's rape allegations and resignation during his show, focusing instead on President Trump and other topics.
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Jimmy Kimmel Fires Back at MAGA Critics on Michelle Obama's Podcast: Don't Tell Me What My Job Is'

Jimmy Kimmel defends his focus on Trump in comedy, asserting it's essential to address current events in his role as a late-night host.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
Right-wing politics

Jimmy Kimmel Rips JD Vance for Claiming Trump's Jesus Post Was a Joke' People Didn't Understand: Why Did I Get Kicked Off the Air Again?'

Washington DC
fromJezebel
5 days ago

TMZ Is Now Berating Congress, as the Founding Fathers Intended

TMZ is now covering Congress, focusing on celebrity-style scandals and moments during a government shutdown.
Television
fromForbes
5 days ago

The TV And Movie Content That Drove Social Media In 2025

Younger generations prefer social media recommendations for TV and movies over traditional streaming platform suggestions.
Philosophy
fromHarvard Gazette
5 days ago

Michael Sandel saw it coming - Harvard Gazette

Philosophy addresses significant societal questions, as demonstrated by Michael Sandel's insights on globalization and its impact on community and culture.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Waiting for a hero to save us from Trump & MAGA? Here's where to look... - LGBTQ Nation

Heroes are often flawed mortals, and we must rely on ourselves for change rather than expecting saviors from above.
Social media marketing
fromMail Online
6 days ago

Co-AI-chella! AI influencers cash in on the California music festival

AI influencers are generating significant content and revenue from events like Coachella despite not being real individuals.
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Asking the Wrong Questions About Hasan Piker

Piker's refusal to condemn Hamas and his statement about voting for Hamas over Israel have drawn criticism from both the right and left, highlighting the contentious nature of his views.
Left-wing politics
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Gavin Newsom's PAC Spent $1.5 Million To Buy Copies of His Book

Gavin Newsom's PAC spent over $1.5 million to distribute his memoir, significantly boosting sales and donations while deepening supporter relationships.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Time just released its 100 Most Influential People for 2026. LGBTQ+ people appeared throughout. - LGBTQ Nation

Shannon Minter, a prominent transgender civil rights attorney, is recognized for his influential work in challenging anti-trans policies.
Washington DC
fromVulture
5 days ago

Summer House Alum Luke Gulbranson Is Running for Congress

Luke Gulbranson is running for Congress in Minnesota's 8th District, focusing on pro-union and pro-affordability policies amidst personal drama from reality TV.
Media industry
fromMission Local
5 days ago

Q&A: 'Democracy Now!' host Amy Goodman urges S.F. residents to 'Steal This Story, Please!'

Amy Goodman advocates for amplifying marginalized voices through independent journalism to combat corporate media's silencing of important stories.
#donald-trump
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago
LGBT

Donald Trump isn't obsessed with trans issues. He's obsessed with applause. - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump frequently expresses negative views on transgender women in sports, seeking validation from others during public interactions.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago
US politics

Trump Explains Reason for Melania's Jeffrey Epstein Address

Donald Trump defended Melania Trump against fake news linking her to Jeffrey Epstein, asserting she had no connections to him.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Donald Trump isn't obsessed with trans issues. He's obsessed with applause. - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump frequently expresses negative views on transgender women in sports, seeking validation from others during public interactions.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Explains Reason for Melania's Jeffrey Epstein Address

Donald Trump defended Melania Trump against fake news linking her to Jeffrey Epstein, asserting she had no connections to him.
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

Drowning Out the Noise

On the morning of the Unite the Right rally, I lumbered down the staircase of a Catskills Airbnb rented for a bachelor party to learn that only hours before, a gang of white nationalists stormed the University of Virginia campus wielding Tiki torches and chanting, 'Jews will not replace us.'
Left-wing politics
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

TMZ Turns Its Pitiless Lens on Politicians

TMZ has expanded its focus to include politicians, highlighting their perceived irresponsibility while enjoying leisure activities during government crises.
SF politics
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Biglaw Firm's PAC Donated To Swalwell... After Rape Allegations Dropped - Above the Law

Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress and his gubernatorial campaign following serious allegations of sexual misconduct from multiple women.
Media industry
from48 hills
6 days ago

Screen Grabs: In the trenches of democracy with Amy Goodman - 48 hills

The future of credible news reporting is threatened by various factors, including corporate media mergers, AI, and hostility towards the press.
fromQueerty
6 days ago

Spectacle or support? The complicated visibility of trans youth in film & TV - Queerty

Since the 1990s, a largely underground upwelling of trans creativity has helped new trans identities, communities, and political movements come together. Trans Cinema provides an entryway to the wildly diverse and creative cinema made by trans creators, including those who are BIPOC.
LGBT
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
fromApaonline
2 weeks ago

How to Deal with Online Virtue Signaling

Virtue signaling often manifests in social media posts that aim to elevate one's moral standing without genuine commitment to the cause, leading to frustration among observers.
Philosophy
fromThe Cut
2 weeks ago

Brand Names Are in Crisis

"Any time you have to explain your name, you're essentially apologizing for it," says Alexandra Watkins, the founder of naming firm Eat My Words. Her deal-breakers for names include 'looks like a typo' and 'hard to pronounce.'
Marketing
#california-gubernatorial-race
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago
SF politics

No One Likes Tom Steyer!' Fox's Brian Kilmeade Suggests Republicans Might Pull Off Inside Straight in California

SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

No One Likes Tom Steyer!' Fox's Brian Kilmeade Suggests Republicans Might Pull Off Inside Straight in California

Swalwell's exit from the gubernatorial race may unexpectedly benefit Republicans amid serious allegations against him.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Commentary: Chaos is the leader in California's hot mess of a governor's race

Eric Swalwell's exit from the California gubernatorial race leaves a muddled campaign with undecided voters dominating.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
6 days ago

Caitlyn Jenner says she's a 'hypocrite' for accepting Woman of the Year award

Here I am fighting the battle to keep biological men out of women's sports because it's not right... and I want to protect women. I started thinking what a hypocrite I am, trying to keep biological men out of women's sports, but I'm a biological man, and they gave me Glamour's Woman of the Year award.
LGBT
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Celebrity on celebrity: are we losing the art of the big star interview?

Wealthy businesspeople are increasingly held accountable, yet interviews among elites lack critical perspective and often become mutual admiration sessions.
US politics
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

Billionaire CA gov. hopeful Tom Steyer launches shocking ICE manifesto - after hypocrisy exposed

Tom Steyer proposes abolishing ICE and treating its agents as criminals in a new immigration enforcement plan.
fromAxios
5 days ago

Scoop: Trump discussed "Jesus" meme with Bill Pulte before posting it, sources say

Trump's Sunday post came at a particularly provocative time for a meme widely interpreted as Trump portraying himself as Jesus, healing the sick. It was Easter Sunday for Eastern Orthodox Christians.
US politics
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

GOP Senator Argues His Party Deserves to Lose the Majority: We've Gotten One Bill Passed'

Sen. Tommy Tuberville criticized Republicans for failing to maintain their majority in Congress and highlighted issues affecting rural communities.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump Bashes Fox News for Covering SLEAZEBAG' Tom Steyer Right After Interviewing His Favorite California Candidate

Trump criticized Fox News for promoting Tom Steyer over Republican candidates like Steve Hilton in California's gubernatorial race.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
Film
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Oscars 2026: All the political moments

Conan O'Brien hosted the Oscars with political humor despite initially promising to avoid politics, making jokes about Trump, immigration enforcement, and the Epstein files while concluding with a serious message about celebrating during chaotic times.
Philosophy
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

In Defense of Being Performative

Democracy requires citizens to actively perform civic engagement; dismissing performative politics misunderstands that democratic participation is inherently performative and essential for democratic survival.
#oscars
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Jimmy Kimmel calls out CBS over free speech at the Oscars

Jimmy Kimmel criticized CBS and Donald Trump at the Oscars, referencing free speech controversies and network decisions while presenting documentary awards.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Jimmy Kimmel calls out CBS over free speech at the Oscars

Jimmy Kimmel criticized CBS and Donald Trump at the Oscars, referencing free speech controversies and network decisions while presenting documentary awards.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Ksenia Samotiy: Why we shouldn't demand political opinions from the likes of Sydney Sweeney

In an age of misinformation, we should be more careful about who we listen to
Film
Music
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

The Grammys bring more celebrity pushback to the Trump administration's immigration crackdown

Music stars used the Grammys to protest ICE and U.S. immigration enforcement, wearing pins and protest apparel to denounce deportations and detentions.
fromDigiday
2 months ago

Despite flight to fame, celeb talent isn't as sure a bet as CMOs think

Nearly two-thirds (63%) of Super Bowl ads featured one or more celebrity talents this year, according to data from TV measurement company iSpot. Back in 2011, only around a quarter of ads included an A-lister, but a reliance on Hollywood names has been typical of Big Game ads since the start of this decade. It's part of a broader pattern. The "built-in affinity" a top name can bring means it's "an easy place to go," said Mike Hayward, chief creative officer at agency Copacino Fujikado.
Marketing
Social media marketing
fromwww.nature.com
2 months ago

Evaluating celebrity influence on brand attention, emotion, and memory

Celebrity and influencer endorsements shape consumer attitudes, credibility, engagement, and purchase intentions, with effectiveness driven by authenticity, endorser–brand fit, attractiveness, and market context.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Bill Maher Warns Democrats They Need to Demand Celebrities Shut the F**k Up' if They're Going to Win Elections

Hollywood [is] sort of the epicenter of the woke left. I don't think they're doing the Democratic Party any favors, the comedian said. I think if Democrats want to win elections in the future, job one, tell the celebrities to Just shut the f**k up. You're not helping. You don't strike people in most of the country as sensible or in touch with reality.'
Left-wing politics
LGBT
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

12 Powerful LGBTQ+ Celebrity Coming Out Stories That Helped Me Find My Voice

Black LGBTQ+ celebrities' public coming-out experiences provide crucial visibility that helps queer youth embrace their identities and live authentically.
US politics
fromVulture
2 months ago

Celebrities Are Taking a Stand Against ICE

Celebrities protested ICE actions by wearing "ICE OUT" pins, posting on social media, promoting a nationwide shutdown, and calling for accountability and support for victims.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

People Are Calling Out This 1 Group For Staying Silent On ICE

If you go into the comment section on any given influencer's social media posts right now, you're bound to find messages calling on them to share a statement about ICE. Many people who are outraged by the killing of American citizens by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers, the separation of families, and the detainment of people (including children) are calling on content creators to use their large platforms to denounce violence and mistreatment.
US politics
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Activists heckle Dem politician with knee pads so he can "blow" Donald Trump - LGBTQ Nation

Activists interrupted Rep. Tom Suozzi's church event, giving a diaper and kneepads to protest his vote allocating $64.4 billion to DHS and ICE funding.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Kamala HQ Account Blows Up Green Day's Anti-Trump Epstein Shot During Super Bowl

Billie Joe Armstrong altered lyrics at a pre–Super Bowl concert to reference Jeffrey Epstein and urged ICE agents to quit their jobs.
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