Why is the world so obsessed with American politics? From Kamala Harris falling out of a coconut tree to Donald Trump accusing immigrants of eating the dogs – it's no secret that the 2024 U.S election has turned into a global spectacle. Whether you live on the other side of the world or are yet to have even visited, you're more likely than not to have an opinion on American politics. In this episode, Jamila and Bella explore why both candidates are going after Gen Z, and how Gen Zers worldwide have done their campaigning without even realising it.

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Is it just us or are white boys all the rage right now? Whether they're dominating romantic lead roles despite being toxic AF or playing characters originally written as a POC, the white boys stay winning. So how does this affect our own personal dating preferences and what we find attractive?

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Enjoy this bonus episode with Callen Norman, teaching associate at Monash University who specialises in studying the phenomenon of celebrity and how our digital media has amplified their stardom. Callen and Bella's discussion dives into the power of celebrity activism, in both helpful and harmful terms.

Trigger warning: This episode discusses the current conflict happening in Gaza. We understand this topic is highly divisive, so listen with caution. If you find any of the topics covered in today’s episode triggering, visit these links below.

https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ chat with a counselor 24/7.
https://www.lifeline.org.au/ or call 13 11 14.

Want to help but not sure where to start? Below are some trusted organisations providing aid to Palestine. Be sure to do your own research before donating.

Research:
Associated Press | Israel-Hamas war: https://apnews.com/hub/israel-hamas-war
Reuters | Top Headlines on Israel and Hamas at war: https://www.reuters.com/world/israel-hamas/
United Nations | Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: https://www.un.org/en/situation-in-occupied-palestine-and-israel
Dr. Kelly Lewis’ awesome article: In times of war, digital activism has power. Here’s how to engage responsibly

Donate:
Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund | https://www.pcrf.net/
Medical Aid for Palestinians | https://www.map.org.uk/
World Central Kitchen | https://wck.org/

Take Action:
Palestinian Solidarity Campaign | https://palestinecampaign.org/
Reverse Decision To Suspend Funding Unrwa | https://www.amnesty.org.au/act-now/australia-reinstate-funding/
Demand a ceasefire by all parties to end civilian suffering | https://www.amnesty.org/en/petition/demand-a-ceasefire-by-all-parties-to-end-civilian-suffering/

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