Summary
In 2024, conservative-leaning online spaces emphasizing traditional masculinity gained mainstream influence, driven by figures like Joe Rogan and trends like the “tradwife” movement.
Platforms like X, under Elon Musk’s ownership, became hubs for anti-“woke” sentiment, while podcasting further amplified right-wing ideas.
This cultural shift mirrored Trump’s election victory and reflected backlash against progressive gender norms.
Though some view these spaces as promoting traditional values, critics warn of growing misogyny and radicalization in the “manosphere.”
The rise of such spaces highlights deepening political polarization online.
Saying you support someone but then going on to act in many ways that that person finds detestable doesn’t seem like the best support. Maybe someone’s politics and throwing their support only has to be about helping other people better their situation by way of them also supporting the same person, making use of your endorsement. But, to be Joe Rogan and also say you support Bernie seems like a wild contradiction! I’ll admit I’m not really a Rogan follower, so maybe somebody will correct me, but he doesn’t seem like he walks the walk.
He turned the whole “whoa dude” stoner stereotype into a career. He’s amused by any idea that sounds good on the surface. He’s not that deep.