n this episode of Banned Camp, Jennifer and Dan dive into Chapter 16.2 of 1984 by George Orwell. O’Brien lays out the grim reality of resistance, reminding Winston and Julia that their fight is destined to be futile—and deadly. While O’Brien’s warnings cast a shadow over the rebellion, Dan and Jennifer can’t help but feel the trap closing in. 

Things To Listen For:

• O’Brien’s stark lesson on resistance and its inevitable consequences
• Dan’s theory that Winston is falling into a carefully laid trap
• Jennifer’s skepticism about O’Brien’s motives and whether Winston should have spoken first
• A weird tangent about true crime masks that look like William Shatner

Banworthy to Bingeworthy:

• Good News for Lefties: Your daily hit of progressive wins, sharp commentary, and real hope. Hosted by Beowulf Rochlen, it’s like resistance... without the existential collapse.
• Making Space with Hoda Kotb: Gentle, inspiring interviews that feel like a warm reset button.
• Make It Weird: A true crime / gross science / obscure history podcast hosted by Haley Lovato and Harmony Houston. If it’s strange, they’re into it. New episodes every Wednesday.

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Topics Covered:

1984, Winston, Julia, O’Brien, resistance, Brotherhood, loyalty, betrayal, persistence, Robot’s reflections, banned books, censorship, George Orwell