Safety Propaganda

Safety Propaganda, curated by Adam Lehrer, explores a broad range of topics from art, culture, and dissent to personal narratives and critical analysis of media and society. It blends heartfelt stories with critiques on pop culture, art, and societal norms, while also delving into bodybuilding, UFC, and the impact of major media changes.

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The hottest Substack posts of Safety Propaganda

And their main takeaways
98 implied HN points 08 Feb 24
  1. Based Safety emphasizes embracing freedom and critical thinking, rather than consuming rage-inducing clickbait.
  2. Based Safety highlights artistic works that challenge norms, like the Baker Skateboards video and Jon Rafman's collaboration with Kanye and Ty Dolla $ign.
  3. Cringe Propaganda critiques failures in popular culture, such as disappointing remakes like True Detective: Night Country and issues in industries like UFC and skateboarding.
216 implied HN points 11 Jan 24
  1. The theater industry has lost touch with originality and bold vision since Sarah Kane's time.
  2. Sarah Kane's work confronted the brutality of humanity and challenged audiences to reexamine their understanding of violence and love.
  3. Kane's plays retained a classical structure while introducing a radical form of storytelling, emphasizing the beauty in despair.
137 implied HN points 09 Jan 24
  1. Jonathan Glazer is known for his unique and groundbreaking films, setting high standards for himself.
  2. The film 'The Zone of Interest' portrays a haunting vanitas concept by juxtaposing idyllic visuals with disturbing sounds of a Holocaust setting.
  3. The use of sound in the film creates a jarring contradiction, making it both boring and disturbing at the same time.
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176 implied HN points 28 Sep 23
  1. The play 'Celebutante Rape Therapy' was written and directed by Adam Lehrer.
  2. The production featured a cast including Matthew Pegas, Noemi Castaneda, and Adam Lehrer.
  3. Safety Propaganda serves as a recruitment tool for the Counter-Agency of the Avant-Garde.
314 implied HN points 09 Mar 23
  1. The author shares a heartfelt story about their deep grief and loss of their beloved pet
  2. The newsletter discusses the excitement in the world of bodybuilding and UFC fights, including notable events such as the Arnold Classic and Jon Jones' return
  3. The section 'Cringe Propaganda' explores various controversial topics in the art world and pop culture, critiquing trends and media personalities
216 implied HN points 03 May 23
  1. Adam Lehrer resumes his Safety Propaganda platform after a break, discussing his novel, music projects, and bodybuilding regimen.
  2. Adam reviews Ari Aster's film 'Beau is Afraid' as a work of art of near unparalleled genius, exploring its themes and reactions.
  3. Major media shakeups include the firing of Tucker Carlson and the bankruptcy of VICE media, reflecting on their impact and transformations.
157 implied HN points 29 May 23
  1. The author explores the transition of male artists from the '80s and '90s into women later in life.
  2. Questioning the authenticity and motive behind the artists' transgender transitions.
  3. The text discusses the complexity of understanding transgenderism and encourages a more open-minded approach.
216 implied HN points 08 Feb 23
  1. Traveling can be challenging, especially with stringent security protocols in some countries.
  2. American airports have improved in terms of security protocols, making travel more efficient.
  3. Art and fashion criticism can be subjective and controversial, sparking debates and differing perspectives.
157 implied HN points 17 Apr 23
  1. The author is apologizing for the lack of content recently due to focusing on finishing a book
  2. The author plans to resume producing content for the platform and fulfill other responsibilities soon
  3. In the meantime, the author started a band called Botched Chadification with Alex Bienstock