The ladies review Addison Rae's new album and recap the return of the LA Riots, Zohran Mamdani's primary surge, and Greta Thunberg's Gaza stunt.
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A
You know, that's another thing I like about her is that she, like, made it out of the hood.
B
Yeah.
A
She's not. She doesn't feel, like astroturfed. Like, Dasha Anna Novotny.
B
Yeah. Who's.
A
They're not. She's not gonna happen. Okay.
B
Yeah.
A
Stop trying to make Dasha Anna Novotny happen.
B
I was watching that clip of, like, the Dasha song that's called oh, Anna, and somebody was like, wow, Dasha, you got this. You have such a hauntingly beautiful voice. And, like, really, it's okay. There's like, a Nashville bar singer.
A
I have, like, a. Yeah. Conspiratorial impulse that they're about.
B
They're trying to undermine you. Well, they're counters both of us by promoting this pop star who magically happens to have both of our names.
A
Somehow they want to make it so when you, like, look up Dasha Anna, it tells you about some country song no one's listening to there. I'm like, there's something. I don't trust it. Why? Why is there a country singer named Dasha?
B
Yeah. Why is there, like, a Slavoid? Why are they second gen immigrant country sing? Oh.
A
But in this clip, Addison Rae talks about how choice and taste are luxuries, which I thought was, like, kind of astute and interesting.
B
How, like, what did she mean by that?
A
That she had to kind of just, you know, she would dance for, like, $20. Oh, yeah. And she didn't have a lot of say and, like, belly dancer of her content. I mean, she basically is.
B
No, I get that. I. I really relate to that. I was thinking that, like, getting older is basically, like, doing, like, nullification surgery on your personality. Like, you're like, wait a second. Like, I actually don't care about my tastes and preferences. Like, I don't care about, like, bragging about how much I love the Beach Boys or whatever. It doesn't matter. People are like, so, what are you into? What are you reading? Like, what kind of art do you like? I'm just like, nothing. Whatever.
A
I'm like, halfway through Brothers Karamazov.
B
That's your Anna Karenina. It's like the epic Russian novel that you keep going back to over and over.
A
I mean, I was talking at the wedding. My friend Janine said she read it every year, and that's crazy. One of my. She, like, I think she did her thesis on it. She loves it. But I. It was my Lenten. I was like, I'm gonna read this during Lent.
B
Yeah.
A
To do spiritual reflection, you know? But Lent's come and gone.
B
Yeah.
A
Still haven't finished that book. I'm going to.
B
Yeah.
A
Because I know it's going to be, you know, it's gonna really wrap. It's all gonna wrap up.
B
Yeah.
A
It's gonna be beautiful. I do love reading it, but I just can't. It takes that, like, I'm like, oh, it's so heavy, too. It's not like I can take it around. I, like, have to read it up in the home.
B
Yeah, no, I have that feeling a lot because, you know, I've been traveling a lot. And when you're, like, hopping on the business class flight, you're like, what. What book will I bring? And of course you want to bring something that you want to read, like Anna Karenina or Brother Scaramazov or Camp of the Saints. But they're like, these are really big, heavy books. And, like, I end up just, like, taking some pamphlet. It's like a piece of shit. It just, like, sits at the bottom of the bag.
A
I. The last time I made significant headway was on a flight.
B
Yeah, but you're, like, carting that thing around with you.
A
I brought it on my honeymoon.
B
Blasi carts around her huge tits.
A
Incredible.
Podcast Summary: Red Scare – "Raece War TEASER"
Release Date: June 17, 2025
In the "Raece War TEASER” episode of Red Scare, hosts Anna Khachiyan and Dasha Nekrasova engage in their characteristic blend of cultural critique and personal reflection. This episode delves into themes of authenticity in the entertainment industry, the commodification of personal choice, the existential reflections that come with aging, and the enduring appeal of classic literature. Below is a detailed summary of the key discussions and insights shared by the hosts.
The conversation opens with Anna and Dasha discussing the emerging figure of Dasha Anna Novotny in the music scene. They express skepticism about her authenticity and the organic nature of her rise to fame.
Anna (00:00): "You know, that's another thing I like about her is that she, like, made it out of the hood."
Dasha (00:46): "They're trying to undermine you. Well, they're counters both of us by promoting this pop star who magically happens to have both of our names."
The hosts speculate that the promotion of Dasha Anna Novotny may be a strategic move to divert attention from their own influence, highlighting concerns about market manipulation in the entertainment industry.
The duo transitions to discussing a clip featuring Addison Rae, where she articulates thoughts on personal choice and artistic taste.
They interpret Rae's commentary as a reflection of the limitations imposed on individuals in the entertainment sector, where even seemingly personal choices are constrained by economic and societal factors.
Anna and Dasha delve into a more personal territory, exploring how aging affects one's engagement with personal interests and tastes.
Dasha (01:54): "No, I get that. I. I really relate to that. I was thinking that, like, getting older is basically, like, doing, like, nullification surgery on your personality."
Anna (02:27): "I'm like, halfway through Brothers Karamazov."
The conversation touches on the diminishing emphasis on personal hobbies and tastes as individuals grow older, leading to a sense of detachment from previously cherished activities and interests.
The hosts express their ongoing relationship with profound literary works, using "Brothers Karamazov" as a focal point.
Anna (02:27): "I'm like, halfway through Brothers Karamazov."
Dasha (02:32): "That's your Anna Karenina. It's like the epic Russian novel that you keep going back to over and over."
They discuss the challenges and rewards of engaging with such dense and complex texts, highlighting the depth and introspection these works offer amidst their busy lives.
Towards the end of the teaser, the hosts share a humorous moment reflecting their camaraderie and unfiltered interactions.
Anna (04:07): "I brought it on my honeymoon."
Dasha (04:08): "Blasi carts around her huge tits."
This exchange showcases the playful and candid dynamic between Anna and Dasha, providing listeners with a glimpse of their relatable and unabashed personalities.
Conclusion
In this teaser episode of Red Scare, Anna Khachiyan and Dasha Nekrasova offer a multifaceted discussion that weaves together critiques of the contemporary entertainment landscape, personal musings on aging and identity, and an appreciation for timeless literature. Their insightful dialogue, punctuated with humor and candidness, sets the stage for what listeners can expect from the full episode. Whether unpacking the implications of a new pop star's emergence or reflecting on the evolving nature of personal taste, Anna and Dasha provide a compelling narrative that challenges and engages their audience.
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