The working class often finds itself at the center of political narratives, yet there's a significant disconnect between their actual representation and the image portrayed by political consultants.

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In our underexposed/overexposed section, we discuss two ladies who need to get offline ASAP. Neera Tanden, president of the Center for American Progress (CAP) and prolific twitter user and Taylor Frankie Paul, momtalk might survive the drama but her actual real life…might not make it out of the reality stardom. 

With the backdrop of a diabolical Supreme Court, rising authoritarianism, and a crumbling democracy, we’re breaking down how even pop culture can be a mirror, and a battleground, for America’s deepest contradictions.

In this episode, we peel back the layers of Taylor Swift’s overexposure — her obsession with brand control, her political ambivalence, and her relentless reinvention to stay relevant. We break down her tactics: from curated fandoms to turning her life into a profitable spectacle. Becca, Amira and producer Emma analyze how brand elevation plays a role in her marriage, and why her relentless image-building is just a mirror of America’s obsession with royalty, wealth and status. 

Produced and co-hosted by Amira Hassan, Becca Rose and Emma Dessau.

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Welcome to Image Control! Meet your hosts Amira Hassan, a former Senate staffer, and Becca Rose, a former corporate girlie - both turned rogue leftists.

This is a show about culture, politics and public perception. You'll get progressive political takes, cultural analysis, reality tv updates and exciting guests.

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Special thanks to Emma Dessau for her editing and producing genius.

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