The episode touches on issues of censorship and freedom of expression, as Eurovision has rules against political messages, but artists have historically used the platform to make political statements.
The biggest theme is the issue of online censorship of speech and information, allegedly undertaken by a network of government agencies, big tech firms, and civil society groups.
The provided podcast episodes touch on various aspects of censorship and free speech, including allegations of media bias, suppression of information by governments and tech companies, and the importance of open discourse.
Several episodes feature discussions around the perceived disconnect between the establishment and ordinary citizens, and the desire to question institutional power and hold those in authority accountable.
The topics of cancel culture, the MAGA movement, and concerns over the 2020 US presidential election are also closely intertwined with the broader theme of censorship and free speech.