Ep. 391 - Pragmata, Paternal Instincts, and Progressive Projection

This episode of Fact Check This Podcast dives into the controversy surrounding Capcom's new game, Pragmata, which centers on an astronaut protecting a childlike android named Diana. The host critiques the backlash from so-called 'progressive' and 'new age conservative' circles, arguing that the criticism stems from a manufactured culture war rather than genuine concern. He dismisses claims of 'pedophilic' fan content as exaggerated and isolated to the darkest corners of the internet, emphasizing that the game's core theme—paternal instinct and protection—resonates deeply with real human experiences. Drawing from personal anecdotes, he argues that men naturally possess protective, nurturing instincts, even without children, and that the idea that only women have maternal instincts is a myth perpetuated by ideological bias. The episode also critiques the hypocrisy of progressive figures like Mary Morgan, who claim men lack paternal instincts, while simultaneously being surrounded by predatory figures in their own circles. The host calls for reclaiming the narrative around masculinity, rejecting the notion that protective, fatherly behavior is toxic or unnatural. He concludes by teasing upcoming discussions on The Boys, Gamergate history, and the importance of self-reliance through gardening.