Published Jan 21, 2023

No Mercy / No Malice: Porn and Tanks

Scott Galloway and George Hahn delve into cultural shifts influenced by celebrities like Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, questioning the monarchy's relevance in the face of media scrutiny, while highlighting the UK's strategic military support to Ukraine as a stance against authoritarianism.
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  • Monarchy Crisis

    The modern monarchy faces a crisis of relevance, as highlighted by . He argues that the monarchy's role has diminished to mere figureheads, with discretion being their primary duty 1. The House of Windsor, once a symbol of exceptional service, now struggles with scandals and the allure of celebrity culture. Hahn suggests that the monarchy's survival is uncertain, as it lacks immunity to the scandals of figures like Harry and Meghan 1.

    The monarchy does not have immunities for an attractive duke and duchess driving porsches to Soho house who are at their core porn stars.

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    The monarchy's obsolescence is further underscored by the UK's political actions, such as sending military aid to Ukraine, which overshadow royal affairs 1.

       

    Media Influence

    The media plays a pivotal role in shaping the narrative around royal family dysfunction. notes that the media landscape thrives on friction, which can be monetized, as seen with Harry and Meghan's lucrative Netflix deal 2. This media frenzy around royal scandals highlights a societal obsession with fame, akin to American celebrity culture. Hahn draws parallels between the royals and figures like Paris Hilton and Kim Kardashian, who are famous for being famous, driven by an insatiable need for attention 2.

    Social media's algorithms elevate the theatrics, bringing more attention to monetize, incentivizing increasingly outrageous behavior.

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    This cycle of sensationalism and monetization reflects a broader trend where media narratives shape public perception and influence the royal brand's future 2.

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