# Ep 71 | How BACKROOMS Signals Against Democracy In Hollywood

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Podcast: [The John Doyle Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-john-doyle-show-7581028)
Published: 2026-05-29T22:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of "The John Doyle Show," John begins by discussing the new horror movie focused on the internet phenomenon known as "the backrooms." He reflects on the meritocratic nature of early-internet horror stories found in niche forums and how modern media has declined thanks to DEI, mass migration, and appeals to third-world audiences. Then, John reacts to Kentucky Republican Rep. Thomas Massie's impromptu trip to Costa Rica with disgraced former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.). Finally, John delivers the A's to your Q's in this week's Q&A! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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