# "Are We in a Trauma Drama?" w/ James Howard Kunstler

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Published: 2026-03-03T22:16:40+00:00
Episode link: https://naomiwolf.substack.com/p/are-we-in-a-trauma-drama-w-james
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## Resource

Essayist James Howard Kunstler makes the case that the recent outpouring of what he calls “poison” into our cultural stream — material ranging from the horrors implied in Epstein Files coverage to lurid stories coming out of Hollywood and the craze to “transition” children — is part of a theater of disorientation designed to distract and even humiliate us. Do you agree? Listen. Watch Now: From our sponsors: American Alternative Assets: Uncover the truth behind market turbulence. The Bellweather Signal reveals 7 hidden economic indicators flashing red right now. Get the free report and learn how to protect your savings with gold and silver. Download it today at https://www.CloutGold.com Oxford Club: Let me ask you something: when an IPO jumps 30% on day one, who really made the money — because by the time the crowd shows up, Wall Street insiders were already in, and now there’s a way to get in before the frenzy at https://www.PreIPOBackdoor.com Discover LegiSector! Stay up-to-date on issues you care about with LegiSector’s state-of-the-art summarizing capabilities and customizable portals. Try now for a free trial...Learn more at https://www.legisector.com Outspoken with Dr Naomi Wolf is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit naomiwolf.substack.com/subscribe

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