Supersized States of America

Max Bennett and Lisa Vega unpack America’s 28-year transformation from mildly indulgent to a full-blown caloric catastrophe. With maps that morph from pastel complacency in 1990 to apocalyptic crimson by 2018, they roast the nation’s descent into XXL territory. Why is Colorado smugly dodging the deep fryer of doom while the rest of the country clutches its super-sized sodas? Is this the fault of personal choice, corporate greed, or our undying romance with drive-thrus? Expect scathing humor, unapologetic truths, and the kind of commentary that’ll make you rethink that extra side of fries. Note: This project explores the new creative potential unlocked by generative AI, showcasing how a single person, in just two hours, can curate (not create, but curate) a polished podcast series. I recognize the critiques around AI-generated content and the potential for digital clutter but invite you to take a listen on your next walk or drive and see what you think. Audio is AI-generated by Google's NotebookLM. Images by Dalle-3 and Magic Studio.