B-Side: Read All About It
Summary
Quiet Riot B-Side hosts welcome Cal Roscoe, founder of the new magazine Paperweight, to discuss the resurgence of print media and the desire for a "nicer" public sphere. They reflect on the recent deaths of Dolly Parton and Tim Curry, analyzing their unique cultural impact and storytelling abilities. The conversation explores how digital burnout drives readers toward physical media, the limitations of progressive political discourse, and the mission to expand imagination through accessible, joyful content.
Topics discussed
Intro, American Airlines ad, and Nepal flood tribute
Dolly Parton's universal appeal and Tim Curry's legacy
Tim Curry anecdotes and second American Airlines ad
Launch of Paperweight magazine and print resurgence
The concept of 'nice' and making public life better
Political polarization, online anger, and happiness
Algorithms vs. editorial curation and lifestyle content
Gen Z reading habits and the sensory experience of print
Third ad, cooking philosophy, and affordable lifestyle
Paywalls, community building, and left-wing strategy
Guest background and Paperweight subscription details
Listener letters on local grievances and noise pollution
Support the show and closing credits
Blinds.com advertisement
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