Chicks on The Right - Conservative Politics & Culture Commentary

Why Smart People Join Political Cults | Keri Smith on Wokeness and Conspiracies

July 25, 2026·31 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Former social justice warrior Keri Smith joins the Chicks on the Right to discuss her journey out of the woke movement, why ideological movements begin to resemble cults, and what finally changed her mind.The conversation dives into the psychology of political radicalization, social media echo chambers, Charlie Kirk's murder, Candace Owens' growing online movement, the dangers of conspiracy thinking, and why so many people struggle to leave ideological communities once they've become part of their identity.The episode also tackles the Tate brothers' latest legal troubles, influencer culture, and how internet personalities can build audiences through outrage and division.Topics include:Escaping woke ideologyWhy political movements become cultsCharlie Kirk's murder and public reactionCandace Owens' influence onlineSocial media radicalizationIsrael and conspiracy communitiesTate brothers' arrestModern conservative mediaFaith, identity, and finding purposeIf you enjoy conversations about politics, culture, media, and current events, be sure to subscribe and leave your thoughts in the comments below.Subscribe and stay tuned for new episodes every weekday!Follow us here for more daily clips, updates, and commentary:YoutubeFacebookInstagramTikTokXLocalsMore InfoWebsite

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