Chris Yogerst
@chrisyogerst.com
Writer, media historian, recovering professor.
Columns at The Hollywood Reporter, Time, Washington Post, LARB, LA Times, etc.
Author: The Warner Brothers; Hollywood Hates Hitler; Liberty Valance
www.chrisyogerst.com
chrisyogerst.substack.com
Columns at The Hollywood Reporter, Time, Washington Post, LARB, LA Times, etc.
Author: The Warner Brothers; Hollywood Hates Hitler; Liberty Valance
www.chrisyogerst.com
chrisyogerst.substack.com
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Did you know that Paramount tried to buy Warner Bros. a century ago? I dive into this storied history for @thr.com this morning.
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This sounds like more of a teacher problem than a student problem. They key is how the film is set up. We cannot expect students to easily connect to whatever cinema a professor presents. The film must be set up properly, with historical and cultural context, in order to get students to engage.
The Film Students Who Can No Longer Sit Through Films
The attention-span crisis goes to the movies.
www.theatlantic.com
February 3, 2026 at 1:24 AM
This sounds like more of a teacher problem than a student problem. They key is how the film is set up. We cannot expect students to easily connect to whatever cinema a professor presents. The film must be set up properly, with historical and cultural context, in order to get students to engage.
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In the coming months and years we’ll see how strong we really are as a nation, if we’re really better than those who came before, or if Douglas Kelley was right, we may never become stronger than Nazi Germany unless “we, as a people, individually develop beyond our present emotional adolescence.”
January 27, 2026 at 11:48 PM
In the coming months and years we’ll see how strong we really are as a nation, if we’re really better than those who came before, or if Douglas Kelley was right, we may never become stronger than Nazi Germany unless “we, as a people, individually develop beyond our present emotional adolescence.”
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Plato’s Cave Analogy in the Republic reminds us that we must beware of the shadows being cast that are meant to appear real, therefore trapping us in a false sense of reality. In addition, those casting the shadows are actively manipulating those shackled to the ground.
Some books that can help--
Some books that can help--
Books to Help Us Make Sense of the (Dis)Information Age
My list of favorite books that have aged terrifyingly well in the (dis)information age
chrisyogerst.substack.com
January 29, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Plato’s Cave Analogy in the Republic reminds us that we must beware of the shadows being cast that are meant to appear real, therefore trapping us in a false sense of reality. In addition, those casting the shadows are actively manipulating those shackled to the ground.
Some books that can help--
Some books that can help--
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Some thoughts on the new Black Dahlia book by William Mann. It’s already causing a stir in some circles but I found much to appreciate. More 👇
February 1, 2026 at 10:54 PM
Some thoughts on the new Black Dahlia book by William Mann. It’s already causing a stir in some circles but I found much to appreciate. More 👇
"With so many hours to fill and so little attention economy real estate to grab, political shock-jockery becomes the only trick to reach for. This is also, one perhaps must add, the inevitable endgame of a party that has allowed in provocateur bigots."
Bingo.
Bingo.
MAGA vs. MAGA: Who’s Winning the Right Wing Media Meltdown?
Tucker Carlson vs Ben Shapiro! Candace Owens vs Mark Levin! A year into Trump 2.0, the country's conservative firebrands are at war over Charlie Kirk, Israel and anti-semitism.
www.hollywoodreporter.com
February 2, 2026 at 3:29 PM
"With so many hours to fill and so little attention economy real estate to grab, political shock-jockery becomes the only trick to reach for. This is also, one perhaps must add, the inevitable endgame of a party that has allowed in provocateur bigots."
Bingo.
Bingo.
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If anyone is looking for a solid list of film/media/history folks 👇
It's been a while since I've shared my film/media history starter packs. Still adding more people! Feel free to make suggestions, share, and keep building the community! (Part II below)
go.bsky.app/12Wo3y5
go.bsky.app/12Wo3y5
February 1, 2026 at 2:55 PM
If anyone is looking for a solid list of film/media/history folks 👇
Some thoughts on the new Black Dahlia book by William Mann. It’s already causing a stir in some circles but I found much to appreciate. More 👇
February 1, 2026 at 10:54 PM
Some thoughts on the new Black Dahlia book by William Mann. It’s already causing a stir in some circles but I found much to appreciate. More 👇
If anyone is looking for a solid list of film/media/history folks 👇
It's been a while since I've shared my film/media history starter packs. Still adding more people! Feel free to make suggestions, share, and keep building the community! (Part II below)
go.bsky.app/12Wo3y5
go.bsky.app/12Wo3y5
February 1, 2026 at 2:55 PM
If anyone is looking for a solid list of film/media/history folks 👇
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Journalists arrested, let's remember Dorothy Thompson who said of Hitler in 1933, “I still believe he is a little man, but I see that he is really a great demagogue." Thompson didn’t take Hitler seriously because she could see through his fascist facade.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:08 PM
Journalists arrested, let's remember Dorothy Thompson who said of Hitler in 1933, “I still believe he is a little man, but I see that he is really a great demagogue." Thompson didn’t take Hitler seriously because she could see through his fascist facade.
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Well, 2026 was already the worst year since forever.
Catherine O'Hara Dead at 71
Catherine O'Hara -- famous for her work in "Schitt's Creek," "Home Alone," and "Best In Show" -- is dead ... TMZ has learned.
www.tmz.com
January 30, 2026 at 6:18 PM
Well, 2026 was already the worst year since forever.
Journalists arrested, let's remember Dorothy Thompson who said of Hitler in 1933, “I still believe he is a little man, but I see that he is really a great demagogue." Thompson didn’t take Hitler seriously because she could see through his fascist facade.
chrisyogerst.substack.com/p/dorothy-th...
chrisyogerst.substack.com/p/dorothy-th...
January 30, 2026 at 3:08 PM
Journalists arrested, let's remember Dorothy Thompson who said of Hitler in 1933, “I still believe he is a little man, but I see that he is really a great demagogue." Thompson didn’t take Hitler seriously because she could see through his fascist facade.
chrisyogerst.substack.com/p/dorothy-th...
chrisyogerst.substack.com/p/dorothy-th...
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Amy Homma, who has served as the @academymuseum.bsky.social’s director and president since 2024 and will now also oversee the Academy Collection, made up of some 52 million film-related items, gets candid with THR… www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie...
The Guardian of the Film Academy’s Treasures on Its Museum, Hollywoodland Exhibit and YouTube Deal
Amy Homma, who has served as the Academy Museum’s director and president since 2024 and will now also oversee the Academy Collection, made up of some 52 million film-related items, gets candid with Th...
www.hollywoodreporter.com
January 29, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Amy Homma, who has served as the @academymuseum.bsky.social’s director and president since 2024 and will now also oversee the Academy Collection, made up of some 52 million film-related items, gets candid with THR… www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie...
Plato’s Cave Analogy in the Republic reminds us that we must beware of the shadows being cast that are meant to appear real, therefore trapping us in a false sense of reality. In addition, those casting the shadows are actively manipulating those shackled to the ground.
Some books that can help--
Some books that can help--
Books to Help Us Make Sense of the (Dis)Information Age
My list of favorite books that have aged terrifyingly well in the (dis)information age
chrisyogerst.substack.com
January 29, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Plato’s Cave Analogy in the Republic reminds us that we must beware of the shadows being cast that are meant to appear real, therefore trapping us in a false sense of reality. In addition, those casting the shadows are actively manipulating those shackled to the ground.
Some books that can help--
Some books that can help--
Fun memory. 8 years ago I got my first *print* column published in a national paper. A review of Vanda Krefft's fantastic book on William Fox. @awolverton.bsky.social was kind enough to send me a physical copy because I couldn't find the Washington Post in Milwaukee.
January 29, 2026 at 3:21 PM
Fun memory. 8 years ago I got my first *print* column published in a national paper. A review of Vanda Krefft's fantastic book on William Fox. @awolverton.bsky.social was kind enough to send me a physical copy because I couldn't find the Washington Post in Milwaukee.
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Not a good way to show vested interests you will grow the company. They say they will cut duplicative jobs, but usually this just means less money to attract talent by cutting production. Just like in higher-ed when they say they need to cut, it always starts in the classroom and not admin suites.
Paramount outlines plans for Warner Bros. cuts
Should it win the battle for Warner Bros., Paramount said it would review real estate holdings, cut duplicative jobs and shave programming expenses to achieve $6 billion in savings.
www.latimes.com
January 28, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Not a good way to show vested interests you will grow the company. They say they will cut duplicative jobs, but usually this just means less money to attract talent by cutting production. Just like in higher-ed when they say they need to cut, it always starts in the classroom and not admin suites.
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If you haven’t seen Nuremberg (2025) yet, do so. Also, make sure to look into Douglas Kelley, who argued after interviewing Nazis that this can happen anywhere. Read more 👇
It Can Happen Here
On the relevancy of Nuremberg (2025) and Douglas Kelley's Timeless Warning
open.substack.com
January 28, 2026 at 5:08 PM
If you haven’t seen Nuremberg (2025) yet, do so. Also, make sure to look into Douglas Kelley, who argued after interviewing Nazis that this can happen anywhere. Read more 👇
Not a good way to show vested interests you will grow the company. They say they will cut duplicative jobs, but usually this just means less money to attract talent by cutting production. Just like in higher-ed when they say they need to cut, it always starts in the classroom and not admin suites.
Paramount outlines plans for Warner Bros. cuts
Should it win the battle for Warner Bros., Paramount said it would review real estate holdings, cut duplicative jobs and shave programming expenses to achieve $6 billion in savings.
www.latimes.com
January 28, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Not a good way to show vested interests you will grow the company. They say they will cut duplicative jobs, but usually this just means less money to attract talent by cutting production. Just like in higher-ed when they say they need to cut, it always starts in the classroom and not admin suites.
If you haven’t seen Nuremberg (2025) yet, do so. Also, make sure to look into Douglas Kelley, who argued after interviewing Nazis that this can happen anywhere. Read more 👇
It Can Happen Here
On the relevancy of Nuremberg (2025) and Douglas Kelley's Timeless Warning
open.substack.com
January 28, 2026 at 5:08 PM
If you haven’t seen Nuremberg (2025) yet, do so. Also, make sure to look into Douglas Kelley, who argued after interviewing Nazis that this can happen anywhere. Read more 👇
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Today is Holocaust Remembrance Day, yet not enough media outlets are making substantial note. Recent months have found reference to the Nuremberg Trials with many suggesting that a similar domestic tribunal will be in order following the past year’s reckless ICE activity in the United States.
January 27, 2026 at 11:48 PM
Today is Holocaust Remembrance Day, yet not enough media outlets are making substantial note. Recent months have found reference to the Nuremberg Trials with many suggesting that a similar domestic tribunal will be in order following the past year’s reckless ICE activity in the United States.
Today is Holocaust Remembrance Day, yet not enough media outlets are making substantial note. Recent months have found reference to the Nuremberg Trials with many suggesting that a similar domestic tribunal will be in order following the past year’s reckless ICE activity in the United States.
January 27, 2026 at 11:48 PM
Today is Holocaust Remembrance Day, yet not enough media outlets are making substantial note. Recent months have found reference to the Nuremberg Trials with many suggesting that a similar domestic tribunal will be in order following the past year’s reckless ICE activity in the United States.
And I didn’t realize last night that today is #holocaustremembranceday
Probably a good time to recommend this great PBS documentary from a few years ago.
January 27, 2026 at 6:18 PM
And I didn’t realize last night that today is #holocaustremembranceday
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Will be interesting to see how the first hearing goes. I've long thought there is a possibility that after all of this posturing, nothing will happen. Just like it did in the late 20s and early 30s the first time Paramount tried to buy WB (my story in the first comment)
Senate Hearing On Netflix-Warner Bros Transaction Set For February; Co-CEO Ted Sarandos To Testify
A Senate committee will examine the proposed Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros. at a hearing next week, with co-CEO Ted Sarandos scheduled to testify
deadline.com
January 27, 2026 at 2:12 AM
Will be interesting to see how the first hearing goes. I've long thought there is a possibility that after all of this posturing, nothing will happen. Just like it did in the late 20s and early 30s the first time Paramount tried to buy WB (my story in the first comment)
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Probably a good time to recommend this great PBS documentary from a few years ago.
January 26, 2026 at 9:13 PM
Probably a good time to recommend this great PBS documentary from a few years ago.
Will be interesting to see how the first hearing goes. I've long thought there is a possibility that after all of this posturing, nothing will happen. Just like it did in the late 20s and early 30s the first time Paramount tried to buy WB (my story in the first comment)
Senate Hearing On Netflix-Warner Bros Transaction Set For February; Co-CEO Ted Sarandos To Testify
A Senate committee will examine the proposed Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros. at a hearing next week, with co-CEO Ted Sarandos scheduled to testify
deadline.com
January 27, 2026 at 2:12 AM
Will be interesting to see how the first hearing goes. I've long thought there is a possibility that after all of this posturing, nothing will happen. Just like it did in the late 20s and early 30s the first time Paramount tried to buy WB (my story in the first comment)