Premium: Help! Help! I'm Being Harassed
March 19, 2026
The main focus of the premium episode of "Blocked and Reported" is an internet pile-on targeting New York Times columnist Jamelle Bouie on Bluesky, which the hosts suggest is driven by the platform's homogenous and insular nature.
Episode 299: The Politics of Misery
March 16, 2026
The discussion posits that depression among young liberals may be linked to a cultural expectation within progressive communities to valorize depressive affect as a sign of political commitment, rather than solely due to external factors like social media.
Live with Katie Herzog & Jesse Singal
March 12, 2026
The discussion heavily focused on author Lindy West, touching upon her relationship dynamics, a book pitched as self-help, and the controversial 'Shout Your Abortion' campaign which the hosts felt alienated potential allies.
Episode 298: Miss Finland And The Slitty-Eyed Picture
March 9, 2026
The hosts opened the episode by discussing a listener question posed to Helen Lewis regarding a hypothetical body swap scenario, which Jesse found amusingly unanswered.
Premium: Huda Kattan vs. Diaspora Iran
March 4, 2026
The premium episode of Blocked and Reported focuses on the online discourse surrounding the situation in Iran, specifically contrasting geopolitical events with the controversial commentary from beauty influencer Huda Kattan.
Episode 297: Throuple Trouble (with Helen Lewis)
February 28, 2026
The discussion between Katie Herzog and Helen Lewis begins with observations on the contrasting realities of San Francisco (post-pandemic emptiness, housing crisis evidenced by 'homeless coders' in RVs) versus London, before pivoting to UK news.
Premium: Weird! Turns Out The Science Of Youth Gender Medicine Isn’t Settled After All
February 25, 2026
The preview for this premium episode of Blocked and Reported focuses heavily on recent articles by Jesse Singal in The Dispatch and The New York Times concerning trans-related issues, specifically addressing the 'trans shooter meme' and pronoun usage in the context of violent crime.
Episode 296: Loving Pound Cake
February 23, 2026
The central narrative of *
Premium: Unshrunk with Laura Delano
February 22, 2026
The inaugural meeting of the Blocked and Reported Challenging Books Book Club focused on Laura Delano's book, *
Episode 295: Gone Broke? Go Woke!
February 16, 2026
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, with its $8 billion endowment, now exerts a dominant and potentially distorting influence over the humanities by tying grant funding to social justice outcomes, effectively replacing traditional academic incentives with ideological ones.
Bonus: The Personals Section
February 13, 2026
The episode "Bonus: The Personals Section" of "Blocked and Reported" is a premium preview featuring the annual reading of personal ads submitted by listeners ("primos"), with the full content requiring a premium subscription.
Premium: Pizzagate 2.0, Epstein Edition
February 12, 2026
The hosts of *
Episode 294: What Ever Happened To Net Neutrality? Part 2
February 9, 2026
The 2015 net neutrality rules, established by reclassifying broadband as a common carrier, were a major victory for activists but were quickly followed by intense, often factually inaccurate, public mobilization efforts on both sides.
Live with Katie Herzog & Ben Ryan
February 6, 2026
Benjamin Ryan detailed his entry into covering gender medicine issues, stemming from his skepticism toward the backlash against Jesse Single's 2018 *
Premium: Will Stancil, American Icon
February 5, 2026
The premium episode of Blocked and Reported will focus on Will Stancil's current activities, including his civil rights advocacy in Minneapolis and conflicts with anarchists, alongside discussions of the latest Jeffrey Epstein document release and AI evolution.
Episode 293: What Ever Happened To Net Neutrality? Part 1
February 2, 2026
The core of the net neutrality debate hinges on whether Internet Service Providers (ISPs) should be legally classified as heavily regulated common carriers (like phone companies) or lightly regulated information services.
Premium: Hasan Piker vs Ethan Klein (Part 2)
January 27, 2026
The preview for the *
Episode 292: Hasan Piker vs Ethan Klein (Part 1)
January 26, 2026
The episode begins with personal updates, including one host's upcoming travel across West Texas and the other's move to end their bi-coastal living experiment by selling their Asheville house.
Episode 291: Oh, Canada (with Jonathan Kay)
January 17, 2026
The human psychology underpinning conspiracy theories, such as the need to explain illegitimate power, remains constant despite technological changes, though the specific focus of these theories shifts.
Premium: The Shot Watched Across The World
January 14, 2026
The hosts preview a deep dive into the death of Renee Good in Minneapolis, linking it to broader societal issues and fraud accusations, while also noting the Supreme Court case regarding trans athletes.
Episode 290: When Anti-Imperialism Means Yelling At Refugees
January 12, 2026
The hosts begin *
Premium: The Mysterious Disappearance Of A Gaming Star
January 8, 2026
The preview of the *
Episode 289: #BelieveBronies
January 5, 2026
The initial segment of the *
Premium: Finally, We Milk The Minotaurs
December 29, 2025
The premium episode of Blocked and Reported will cover dark romance, specifically Minotaur milking porn, and an update on the ongoing Freddie DeBoer situation.
Not A Conspiracy Just A Mess
December 23, 2025
The current political landscape on the American right is characterized by a significant ideological schism, moving away from traditional Reaganism toward populist nationalism, exemplified by figures like Candace Owens and Tucker Carlson, versus institutionalists like Ben Shapiro.
Episode 288: The Third Annual Helen Lewis BARPod Holiday Extravaganza
December 19, 2025
The extensive promotional podcast tour for Helen Lewis's book, *
Episode 287: Kramnik’s Crusade
December 15, 2025
The hosts open by lamenting that Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers are making a comedy based on a *
Premium: Turning Point USA Gets Triggered
December 10, 2025
The preview for the premium episode of "Blocked and Reported," titled "Premium: Turning Point USA Gets Triggered," focuses heavily on dissecting Candace Owens' recent conspiracy theories involving coded language about "bees" and an alleged "bee cult" connected to a school shooting, which she links to the death of Charlie Kirk.
Episode 286: Curtis Yarvin Writes A Poem
December 8, 2025
The episode opens with an update confirming that Charles Johnson, a figure previously discussed for spreading misinformation and making false accusations, has been jailed for failing to comply with court orders related to a $71 million judgment.
Premium: Nuzzi vs Lizza, Round 10
December 2, 2025
The preview for the premium episode of Blocked and Reported focuses heavily on the ongoing saga involving Olivia Nuzzi and her romantic partners, particularly Ryan Lizza and RFK Jr., highlighting Nuzzi's pattern of dating older, famous men.
Premium: My Boyfriend Is A Bot
November 26, 2025
The episode preview introduces a discussion on the growing trend of intimate relationships with AI chatbots, contrasting the platonic Friend.com companion with romantic AI relationships.
Episode 284: Taking Down Tattle (with Jessica the '80s Baby)
November 24, 2025
Tattle Life, a UK gossip forum positioned as an anti-Mumsnet, thrives on forensic criticism of online influencers, contrasting sharply with Mumsnet's more restrictive moderation policies.
Nuzzi News with BARPOD
November 19, 2025
Olivia Nuzzi was fired from *
Episode 283: How The BBC Lost The Plot
November 17, 2025
The hosts opened Blocked and Reported Episode 283 by debating the precise terminology (hebophile vs. pedophile) used to describe Jeffrey Epstein's crimes, leading to a discussion about online backlash to Katie Herzog's Substack post.
Premium: Brianna Wu vs Everyone
November 13, 2025
The hosts issue a significant correction regarding their previous discussion of Will Stancil, admitting they misinterpreted the context of his tweets about Graham Plattner's Nazi tattoo.
Episode 282: Kate Clanchy Gets Her Apology
November 10, 2025
Jesse experienced an extremely awkward social confrontation at a Halloween party where a stranger, unaware Jesse was the subject, spoke negatively about his work, leading to a direct, uncomfortable exchange about politics.
Premium: It Do Be Like That
November 3, 2025
The premium episode of "Blocked and Reported: Premium: It Do Be Like That" focuses heavily on the online personality and recent controversies surrounding Will Stancil, particularly an incident where the Grok AI generated detailed instructions for assaulting him.
Live with Brad Polumbo
October 31, 2025
Brad Polumbo believes Tucker Carlson's interview with Nick Fuentes was an irresponsible "softball fest" that sanitized Fuentes' extreme views on race, gender, and religion, while focusing excessively on his background.
Katie and Dr. Joe Volpicelli on Addiction Medicine
October 29, 2025
Uncontrollable stress, rather than the trauma itself, is the critical factor leading to negative outcomes like increased alcohol drinking, depression, and physiological issues, whereas having control fosters resilience.
Premium: Bluesky Users Go To War With Mods Over... Waffles
October 24, 2025
The conversation revisits the claim that trans identification is plummeting, noting that while researcher Jean Twangay's new data from the Cooperative Election Study suggests a recent drop, the methodology of previous claims by Eric Kaufman was flawed because it failed to ask about trans identity directly.
Episode 281: Bluestockings Goes Bust
October 20, 2025
Katie expresses significant disappointment over the low initial sales ($1,200) of her new book, highlighting the harsh realities of the publishing industry despite extensive promotion and media hits, including a first-person article she did not write for The Telegraph.
Episode 280: The Kamala Truthers (with Frannie Block)
October 13, 2025
The first segment of "Blocked and Reported" Episode 280: The Kamala Truthers (with Frannie Block) details the severe real-world consequences of social media-driven narratives through the complex case of Catherine Kazanoff.
Premium: From The River To The CBS
October 9, 2025
The preview of the *
Episode 279: How To Drink Your Way Sober
October 6, 2025
The episode opens with a discussion about Yom Kippur fasting, which is impacting one host's ability to think clearly, before pivoting to the main topics of the *
BONUS: The Last Invention
October 5, 2025
The central topic of this *
Premium: Should You, A Person Who Just Invented the First Sentient AI, Be Worried About AI Psychosis?
October 1, 2025
The episode preview focuses heavily on listener feedback regarding a previous discussion about Kendra Hilty's viral TikTok series concerning her relationship with her psychiatrist, highlighting concerns about professional boundaries and transference.
Episode 278: I Fell in Love With My Psychiatrist And Then Doxxed Him On TikTok
September 29, 2025
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Live with Mike Pesca
September 24, 2025
The discussion in "Live with Mike Pesca" on "Blocked and Reported" highlights the cultural resistance to non-abstinence-based recovery from alcohol use disorder, contrasting it with the increasing acceptance of medical interventions like Ozempic for weight loss, suggesting a societal preference for 'taking a pill' over challenging established ideologies.
Episode 277: Internet Poisoning (with Katherine Dee)
September 22, 2025
The internet's increasing monetization and media attention have fundamentally altered online communities by shifting incentives from genuine engagement to performance and profit, leading to the amplification of niche subcultures and the potential for radicalization.
Premium: The Cancellations Will Continue Until Morale Improves
September 16, 2025
The podcast preview highlights a discussion about individuals facing consequences for their online speech, ranging from criticism to celebrating Charlie Kirk's death, framed as a debate between 'cancel culture' and 'consequence culture'.
Episode 276: The Assassination of Charlie Kirk
September 13, 2025
The assassination of Charlie Kirk has ignited a polarized online reaction, with the right broadly blaming the left and the left condemning the violence while grappling with the role of inflammatory rhetoric.
Premium: Taylor Lorenz And The Perils Of Journafluencing (Part 2)
September 9, 2025
Taylor Lorenz's reporting on a Democratic influencer program is criticized for its framing, lack of direct evidence linking the program to the DNC, and potential misunderstanding of nonprofit law, while also highlighting concerns about the secrecy and content restrictions within the program.
Episode 275: An LGBT Book Prize Goes Poof
September 8, 2025
John Boyne's children's book "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas," while a bestseller, has faced significant criticism from historians and Jewish groups for its historical inaccuracies and potential to spread myths about the Holocaust.
Premium Taylor Lorenz And The Perils Of Journafluencing Part 1
September 3, 2025
The podcast preview delves into Taylor Lorenz's controversies, touching upon age verification laws, the science of social media's impact on teen mental health, and the complexities of journalistic ethics when friends are involved in public disputes.
Episode 274 Cracker Barrel Cracks
September 1, 2025
The podcast hosts discuss the cultural phenomenon of "Galers," a subculture of Taylor Swift fans who believe she is gay, and how this belief is challenged by her engagement to Travis Kelce.
Live With Blocked And Reported
August 28, 2025
The podcast discusses various online controversies, media critiques, and personal anecdotes, highlighting the complexities of public discourse and personal experiences.
Premium The Struggle Session Of Laverne Cox
August 27, 2025
The podcast preview discusses a meetup in Boston, the host's house-hunting experience, and a controversy surrounding a park ranger fired for displaying a trans flag.
Episode 273 Chris Rufo Offense Archeologist With Brad Polumbo
August 22, 2025
The podcast discusses the phenomenon of young, queer individuals, particularly those identifying as non-binary, being more likely to continue wearing masks, linking it to internet discourse, disability advocacy, and intersectionality.
Episode 272 Death By Internet
August 18, 2025
The podcast discusses two tragic stories involving individuals driven to suicide, highlighting the impact of online interactions and public scrutiny.
Premium The Suicide Grifter
August 14, 2025
The podcast discusses the case of Joseph Awuadarko, an influencer who claims to be pursuing assisted suicide in the Netherlands due to bipolar disorder.
Episode 271 Engagement Bait
August 11, 2025
The podcast segment highlights the internal conflicts and personal attacks within the MAGA influencer community, particularly concerning traditional gender roles and online branding.
Premium Harry Potter And The Fan Fiction Freak Out
August 7, 2025
Fanfiction is a creative outlet where fans write stories using existing characters and worlds, often exploring romantic relationships, including same-sex pairings.
Episode 270 A Very Strange Hate Crime In San Francisco
August 4, 2025
The podcast discusses the controversy surrounding an American Eagle jeans advertisement featuring Sydney Sweeney, which some interpreted as promoting eugenics and glorifying whiteness, while others saw it as a simple pun.
Premium Richard Hanania Wants To De Radicalize Internet Racists
July 30, 2025
Richard Hanania's journey involved a shift from being a "racism 1.0" essayist to engaging with more extreme online communities.
Episode 269 The Rise And Fall Of Chucky Johnson With Richard Hanania
July 28, 2025
Chuck Johnson, a former alt-right figure and entrepreneur, has become known for his elaborate conspiracy theories and legal battles.
Live With Blocked And Reported And Amanda Knox
July 25, 2025
The podcast discusses the experience of being the subject of a true crime documentary and the therapeutic aspects of seeing one's story recreated with care.
Episode 268 Trump Is Mad That People Are Talking About His Good Friend The Financier Jeffrey Epstein
July 21, 2025
The podcast discusses the controversy surrounding Jordan Lasker, also known as "Creamy" or "Cremo," who was a source for a New York Times article, and revelations from a Mother Jones article about his past white supremacist and neo-Nazi statements.
Premium The Viral Vigilante
July 17, 2025
Canadian radio stations are legally required to play a minimum of 35% Canadian content, known as CanCon, a regulation that may extend to streaming services.
Episode 267 In Which We Determine Zohran Mamdani S Race Conclusively
July 14, 2025
The podcast discusses the New York Times' reporting on Zoran Mamdani's college application, specifically his racial identification, and the journalistic ethics surrounding the use of hacked documents.
Premium Palmer Luckey Goes To War
July 10, 2025
The podcast discusses the fallout from a 2016 Daily Beast report about Palmer Luckey funding a pro-Trump meme group, highlighting inaccuracies in the reporting and the subsequent impact on Luckey's career.
Bonus Finally An Adversarial Interview Feat Lance Of The Serfs
July 7, 2025
The podcast episode features a debate between Jesse Singal and an unnamed interviewer about gender-affirming care for minors, focusing on the interpretation of studies and the role of journalism.
Episode 266 How The Daily Beast Took Down Palmer Luckey
July 7, 2025
The podcast episode begins with a lighthearted debate about hiking boots versus running shoes, highlighting the hosts' differing opinions and playful banter.
Episode 265 Jesse S Brave Public Stand Srkmettigeddon And Wapo S Goofy New Anti Ai Gimmick
June 28, 2025
The podcast discusses the perceived shift in the ACLU's focus and effectiveness, particularly in relation to issues of gender and prisoner rights.
Premium The Attempted Cancellation Of A Ucb Comedy Troupe
June 26, 2025
The podcast preview discusses the controversial Juneteenth sketch comedy show "Gentrify Juneteenth" at the Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB).
Episode 264 Debating Bodily Autonomy With Julie Bindel
June 23, 2025
The podcast discusses the US Supreme Court's upholding of Tennessee's ban on youth gender-affirming care and the broader implications for similar bans across states.
Katie And Billy Talk Karen Read
June 23, 2025
The Karen Read case became a media circus due to mishandling of the crime scene and questionable conduct by the lead investigator.
Premium What We Thought Of The Protocol
June 18, 2025
The podcast "Block and Reported" is discussing a New York Times podcast called "The Protocol" which covers the youth gender medicine debate.
Episode 263 What Killed Jonathan Joss
June 16, 2025
The podcast hosts discuss their personal vacations and the challenges of podcast recording technology.
Premium Two Commies Walk Into An Apoc Co Parenting Dispute
June 6, 2025
The podcast preview discusses a complex and troubled relationship between two individuals, Chris Halali and Zippora Lagarde, who met on OKCupid.
Premium Battle At The Anarchist Book Fair
May 30, 2025
Rebecca Jones, initially hailed as a whistleblower, has been largely discredited due to numerous allegations of fraud and misconduct, with conservatives playing a significant role in exposing these issues.
Live Video Hangout With Blocked And Reported
May 29, 2025
The podcast features a live Q&A session where hosts Jesse and Katie discuss various topics submitted by viewers.
Episode 262 A Cancellation At Anti Woke U
May 24, 2025
The podcast discusses the recent protests at Columbia University, focusing on the university's response to student occupations and the broader implications of these actions.
Premium World War V
May 21, 2025
The podcast discusses a controversy involving journalist Anna Valens and the VTuber community, specifically focusing on "LewdTube" content.
Episode 261 The Resurrection Of Jeffy Yu
May 19, 2025
The podcast "Blocked and Reported" navigates technical difficulties and personal anecdotes while discussing the politicization of science, the nuances of social media platform segmentation, and the bizarre intersection of cryptocurrency and personal tragedy.
Episode 260 The Genius Myth With Helen Lewis
May 12, 2025
The UK Supreme Court's ruling on the Equality Act affirmed that 'woman' and 'sex' are defined biologically, impacting single-sex services and spaces.
Premium The Attempted Metooing Of A Booktube Star
May 8, 2025
The Montreal Anarchist Book Fair experienced an internal implosion due to disagreements over cultural appropriation, specifically concerning the sale of tarot cards.
Episode 259 A Gen Z Resistance Meltdown
May 5, 2025
The podcast discusses the challenges Democrats face in appealing to young men, particularly those in conservative or online spaces.
Premium Whose Fault Our Fault
April 30, 2025
The podcast discusses the perceived lack of personal lives among those deeply involved in podcasting and other jobs, leading to a lack of non-work-related conversation topics.
Episode 258 Another Autism Episode
April 26, 2025
The podcast discusses a controversial new musical adaptation of "The Diary of Anne Frank" called "Slam Frank," which reimagines the story with hip-hop and a diverse cast, sparking debate about representation and historical accuracy.
Premium The Free Speech President Vs Jihad On The Quad
April 22, 2025
The podcast discusses the controversy surrounding student protests at Columbia University, focusing on free speech, alleged assaults, and the university's response.
Episode 257: Faux POC Poetry (with Leigh Stein)
April 21, 2025
Authors can leverage creative and even satirical social media stunts to promote their books, as demonstrated by Lee Stein's "Ritual" campaign, which generated significant buzz and sales.
Episode 256: MAGA Maoists Celebrate Liberation Day
April 14, 2025
NaNoWriMo, a long-standing writing organization, is shutting down due to significant financial deficits, poor internal fundraising, and mishandling of past controversies, including issues with moderators and AI policy.