Giorgio Angelini

Giorgio Angelini, filmmaker and architectural designer behind Feels Good Man and The Anti-Social Network, talks meme culture and platform dynamics. He traces Pepe’s transformation, explores meme magic and online radicalization, and sketches odd intersections like Epstein, hackers, and 4chan. Short, sharp conversations about aesthetics, nihilism, protest repurposing, and a strange, hopeful look at where attention politics might lead.

Filmmakers Arthur Jones and Giorgio Angelini, known for Feels Good Man, dive into the surreal world of internet culture. They explore the chaos surrounding the Capitol insurrection and how Reddit turned the stock market upside down with the GameStop phenomenon. The duo discusses the absurdity of David Lynch's delightful weather reports, the remarkable winter ascent of K2 by Nepalese climbers, and Jim Walmsley's record-setting ultra-marathon. Their insights shine a light on the intersection of culture, politics, and the evolving landscape of online activism.

Arthur Jones and Giorgio Angelini, filmmakers behind the documentary 'Feels Good Man,' delve into the bizarre journey of Pepe the Frog. They discuss how this innocent character transformed into a divisive meme linked to hate groups and political chaos. The duo examines the pivotal role of Pepe during significant events in 2015, including its impact on the political landscape. Their conversation highlights the struggle of creators to reclaim their work in the face of cultural appropriation and the intricate relationship between internet culture and real-world consequences.