The Jesse Kelly Show Hour 3: News Desert
Nov 11, 2025
In this lively discussion, a renowned filmmaker's comments spark a dive into elitism and the concept of rural America as a news desert. Thanksgiving plans take a humorous turn as a host grapples with food choices. A chilling mention of death by lightning opens a reflection on political violence, while practical advice emerges on using cheat sheets to influence voting. The saga of fast food trust issues rounds off the conversation, highlighting past disappointments and a spirited critique of modern society through a WWII veteran's perspective.
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Elite Disdain For Rural America
- Jesse Kelly argues Ken Burns revealed elite disdain for rural America when discussing cuts to public broadcasting.
- He frames cuts as intentional, creating "news deserts" that leave rural voters unrepresented.
Revolutionary Strategy Evolves To Find Malcontents
- Kelly outlines how communist strategists sought new "malcontents" when traditional urban poor models didn't fit the West.
- He links that theory to modern political targeting of various groups, arguing elites pivot to different grievances.
Urban Blue vs Rural Red Perception
- Kelly observes U.S. electoral maps show urban Democratic concentrations surrounded by broad red rural areas.
- He says urban elites look down on rural voters as "too stupid" and disconnected from mainstream institutions.