Ep 84 - Smizing As World War III Commences

In this latest episode of Tell Me Where I’m Going (Wrong), Josh and Sean share their reactions to military strikes on Iran by the United States of America and Israel, as well as the role the UK will or won’t play in the ensuing conflict.The pair chat about the recent UK by-election in Gorton and Denton in which Green candidate Hannah Spencer stormed past Reform and Labour to win in a parliamentary seat in a stunning upset.This episode also reflects on the legacy of reality TV show America’s Next Top Model, especially in light of recent docu-series Reality Check. They remember their own memories of the show and explore the problematic nature of the production, as well as catch up on what host Tyra Banks is up to now.Enjoy the ride!#podcast #Iran #Israel #TopModel #TyraBanks #ByElection #HannahSpencer #Green #Smizing #LGBTQ #popcultureAbout the HostsJosh Leuner is a London-based singer and plant-geek. Find out more about him here:https://linktr.ee/joshandthejumpstarts Sean O’Callaghan is an award-winning blogger and published author. Find out more about him here:https://linktr.ee/fatgayvegan Theme MusicOur theme music is the song Empty Seat by Josh and The Jumpstarts   -  Stream it here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4KxOAKJFWCoSWBMA99QEax?si=3Q_SjkQKTVuXANcrxmh95gOther things mentioned:Signup for London Vegan Beer Fest updates:https://www.veganbeerfest.co.ukChapters:00:00 Introduction and Podcast Dynamics02:58 Reality Check: America's Next Top Model Docu-Series11:54 The Problematic Nature of Reality TV14:53 Current Events: The Onset of World War III22:37 Historical Context and Oil Politics24:28 The Impact of Oil Supply Disruptions25:49 Venezuela's Political Turmoil27:46 The Complexity of Oil Reserves28:07 UK By-Election Dynamics32:45 The Rise of the Green Party35:25 Voter Sentiment and Political Shifts39:47 Racial Politics and Voting Dynamics42:40 The Future of Political Representation44:54 Outro