You ever get that sinking feeling when the “news” starts sounding rehearsed? When press briefings echo PR campaigns and dissenting voices quietly disappear? 

Welcome to State Media in America — where truth gets muzzled, the powerful set the narrative, and democracy learns to whisper. Today, we examine how censorship, controlled access, and political spin have quietly transformed the free press into a curated feed for the powerful. 

This isn’t fearmongering — it’s a wake-up call. Because once truth gets muzzled, propaganda doesn’t need to knock — it already lives here.

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Sonia in Cyber is a multicultural feminist voice, creative entrepreneur, and unapologetic truth-teller. With roots in education, tech, and product marketing, she blends data with empathy, humor with heartbreak, to expose the cracks in America’s “normal.” Through her podcast Somebody Pinch Me, she gives voice to the disillusioned, the outspoken, the overlooked, and the quietly furious — proving that truth doesn’t just survive in chaos; it thrives in it. Her mission is simple: to use her voice to inspire others to keep fighting, resisting, and moving forward — no matter what.

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You ever notice how some politicians claim to “support women,” but somehow the numbers — and the damage — always tell another story? You ever hear men say they “care about women” and then watch them slash funding for childcare, healthcare, and education — all while patting themselves on the back? 

In this episode, we confront the hypocrisy head-on, exposing how this administration’s actions are rolling back decades of progress for women and girls. From healthcare to pay equity to personal autonomy, we connect the dots between rhetoric and real-world harm — and what it means to live in a nation where policies dressed up as “pro-family” quietly erase women and girls. Because “family values” should never mean sacrificing women’s futures, yet here we are.

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Sonia in Cyber is a multicultural feminist voice, creative entrepreneur, and unapologetic truth-teller. With roots in education, tech, and product marketing, she blends data with empathy, humor with heartbreak, to expose the cracks in America’s “normal.” Through her podcast Somebody Pinch Me, she gives voice to the disillusioned, the outspoken, the overlooked, and the quietly furious — proving that truth doesn’t just survive in chaos; it thrives in it. Her mission is simple: to use her voice to inspire others to keep fighting, resisting, and moving forward — no matter what.

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Protest isn’t un-American — it is America. In this episode, we dig into the history of protest as a cornerstone of democracy, from the Boston Tea Party to the No Kings protests of 2025. We unpack why taking to the streets matters, how movements spark courage in others, and why not everyone has to resist the same way to make an impact. Whether you march, speak, amplify, or protect — this is how we remind power who it serves.

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Sonia in Cyber is a multicultural feminist voice, creative entrepreneur, and unapologetic truth-teller. With roots in education, tech, and product marketing, she blends data with empathy, humor with heartbreak, to expose the cracks in America’s “normal.” Through her podcast Somebody Pinch Me, she gives voice to the disillusioned, the outspoken, the overlooked, and the quietly furious — proving that truth doesn’t just survive in chaos; it thrives in it. Her mission is simple: to use her voice to inspire others to keep fighting, resisting, and moving forward — no matter what.

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Trans lives are not a debate — they’re human lives. In this episode, we cut through the political noise and talk honestly about what it means to be trans in America right now: the fear, the resilience, the legislation, the misinformation, and the relentless humanity behind it all. From bathroom bills to book bans to targeted violence, we expose how manufactured outrage is used to control and dehumanize — and how allyship, visibility, and truth-telling push back. This isn’t about “sides.” It’s about survival, dignity, and justice.

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Sonia in Cyber is a multicultural feminist voice, creative entrepreneur, and unapologetic truth-teller. With roots in education, tech, and product marketing, she blends data with empathy, humor with heartbreak, to expose the cracks in America’s “normal.” Through her podcast Somebody Pinch Me, she gives voice to the disillusioned, the outspoken, the overlooked, and the quietly furious — proving that truth doesn’t just survive in chaos; it thrives in it. Her mission is simple: to use her voice to inspire others to keep fighting, resisting, and moving forward — no matter what.

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Every time there’s another shooting, the cycle repeats: thoughts, prayers, outrage… and silence. In this episode, we unpack why America keeps failing to act, how media bias warps who gets empathy and who doesn’t, and why so many people only care when it finally hits home. We dig into the uncomfortable truth about gun violence, selective outrage, and what real accountability would actually look like in a country that’s gotten far too good at looking away.

About your host:
Sonia in Cyber is a multicultural feminist voice, creative entrepreneur, and unapologetic truth-teller. With roots in education, tech, and product marketing, she blends data with empathy, humor with heartbreak, to expose the cracks in America’s “normal.” Through her podcast Somebody Pinch Me, she gives voice to the disillusioned, the outspoken, the overlooked, and the quietly furious — proving that truth doesn’t just survive in chaos; it thrives in it. Her mission is simple: to use her voice to inspire others to keep fighting, resisting, and moving forward — no matter what.

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Ever wonder what Adolf Hitler’s Germany and Donald Trump’s America really have in common? Ever hear someone say, “Trump’s not Hitler,” and wonder how far we’ll go before we admit history’s got a new logo?  

In this episode, we unpack the modern makeover of old-school fascism — the branding, the gaslighting, and the crowd control. What used to be uniformed rallies are now campaign tours with theme songs. What used to be propaganda is now primetime “news.” 

Let's confront the uncomfortable parallels that most people choose to ignore or worse, excuse. Because history didn't repeat...it just swapped uniforms and hashtags. 

If you’ve been feeling that eerie déjà vu — this episode names it.

About your host:
Sonia in Cyber is a multicultural feminist voice, creative entrepreneur, and unapologetic truth-teller. With roots in education, tech, and product marketing, she blends data with empathy, humor with heartbreak, to expose the cracks in America’s “normal.” Through her podcast Somebody Pinch Me, she gives voice to the disillusioned, the outspoken, the overlooked, and the quietly furious — proving that truth doesn’t just survive in chaos; it thrives in it. Her mission is simple: to use her voice to inspire others to keep fighting, resisting, and moving forward — no matter what.

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Ever scroll past a tragedy only to feel your stomach drop — not from shock, but from recognition? In this episode, we confront this uncomfortable truth: the media and society don’t treat all victims equally. A notable person's death becomes a global emergency, while weekly violence against kids and marginalized communities barely makes the ticker.

Today, we highlight the selective outrage that defines our news cycle, examining how empathy bias influences our reactions and why silence can be a form of complicity. This isn’t just about headlines — it’s about who we’re told to mourn, and what that says about the value we place on different lives.

About your host:
Sonia in Cyber is a multicultural feminist voice, creative entrepreneur, and unapologetic truth-teller. With roots in education, tech, and product marketing, she blends data with empathy, humor with heartbreak, to expose the cracks in America’s “normal.” Through her podcast Somebody Pinch Me, she gives voice to the disillusioned, the outspoken, the overlooked, and the quietly furious — proving that truth doesn’t just survive in chaos; it thrives in it. Her mission is simple: to use her voice to inspire others to keep fighting, resisting, and moving forward — no matter what.

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Every time America does something cruel, violent, or inhumane, someone says, “This isn’t who we are.” But what if it is? In this episode, we confront America’s favorite myth: its innocence. With empathy and fire, we unpack the stories we tell ourselves to avoid accountability, from our founding lies to our modern denials. We tear down the illusion of moral exceptionalism and ask what most people are afraid of: what if the problem isn't a few bad apples — but the whole damn orchard? 

Healing doesn’t come from pretending — it comes from finally telling the truth. It’s not un-American to admit who we are. It’s the only way to become something better.

About your host:
Sonia in Cyber is a multicultural feminist voice, creative entrepreneur, and unapologetic truth-teller. With roots in education, tech, and product marketing, she blends data with empathy, humor with heartbreak, to expose the cracks in America’s “normal.” Through her podcast Somebody Pinch Me, she gives voice to the disillusioned, the outspoken, the overlooked, and the quietly furious — proving that truth doesn’t just survive in chaos; it thrives in it. Her mission is simple: to use her voice to inspire others to keep fighting, resisting, and moving forward — no matter what.

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You ever feel that flash of judgment or frustration in the grocery line when someone pays with food stamps or feel like a failure having to use an EBT card yourself? That frustration, anger, exhaustion, envy so many of us feel is real but misplaced. It's not about who's getting help – it's about who's profiting off our struggle.

In this episode of Somebody Pinch Me with Sonia in Cyber, we expose the real enemy behind the struggle. It's not your neighbor trying to feed their family; it's the system that makes basic survival a members-only club. I discuss what it truly means to need help in America, why shame is weaponized to keep people divided, and how empathy might be the most radical form of rebellion left.

About your host:
Sonia in Cyber is a multicultural feminist voice, creative entrepreneur, and unapologetic truth-teller. With roots in education, tech, and product marketing, she blends data with empathy, humor with heartbreak, to expose the cracks in America’s “normal.” Through her podcast Somebody Pinch Me, she gives voice to the disillusioned, the outspoken, the overlooked, and the quietly furious — proving that truth doesn’t just survive in chaos; it thrives in it. Her mission is simple: to use her voice to inspire others to keep fighting, resisting, and moving forward — no matter what.

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Ever see that photo of the gilded ballroom — the one dripping in gold while the country crumbles outside? The gold ceilings. The crystal chandeliers. The marble floors. Built for the powerful, funded by the wealthy, and sold to the rest of us as “American greatness.” And it isn’t just décor — it's a symbol of how money quietly rewrote the rules of politics and transformed democracy into a gated event. They call it a ballroom, but it’s really a monument to greed, to vanity, to the American illusion that gold means greatness. 

Meanwhile, millions of Americans can’t afford rent, healthcare, or groceries. Within a few short months, we've gone “for the people” to “invite only.” Because when billionaires buy the ballroom, democracy doesn’t dance — it disappears. 

Let's talk about it – because democracy shouldn't have a guest list.

About your host:
Sonia in Cyber is a multicultural feminist voice, creative entrepreneur, and unapologetic truth-teller. With roots in education, tech, and product marketing, she blends data with empathy, humor with heartbreak, to expose the cracks in America’s “normal.” Through her podcast Somebody Pinch Me, she gives voice to the disillusioned, the outspoken, the overlooked, and the quietly furious — proving that truth doesn’t just survive in chaos; it thrives in it. Her mission is simple: to use her voice to inspire others to keep fighting, resisting, and moving forward — no matter what.

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