Cobra Lily

by Cobra Lily

Cobra Lily is a self-published art and literary magazine created by Ella Simone that explores contemporary life through art and writing. The Cobra Lily podcast extends that universe into cultural commentary, drawing on psychology, sociology, and philosophy to examine the glitchy, sprawling reality of a hyper-connected world. Every other week, friends Maria and Ella observe culture and human behavior as they unfold both on and off the screen.

Latest episodes

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Does Truth Matter?

Does Truth Matter? How can we know what’s is true in a world of government-sanctioned misinformation and AI slop? How did humans come up with God, and did we kill Him? I

Oct 1
1 h 46 min

Reality Surf

Is artificial intelligence bound to break the human mind? Is there an objective reality, or is it all just perception? Can you really manifest your greatest wishes, or is

Sep 17
1 h 09 min

Pretty Boys Like Trap Music

Why do suburban white kids fantasize about the storied struggles of rap music? What happened when war lost its meaning? What is the path forward in today’s matrix of porn

Sep 6
1 h 18 min

Fear and Loathing at Marine Corps Boot Camp

Why are we obsessed with sex and violence? Why has feminism failed to land with so many men and women? How much is it testosterone and how much is it social conditioning?

Aug 28
1 h 17 min

Croc Nation

When did Crocs and sweatpants become restaurant attire? Why do people seem louder and ruder than ever? Should we bring back shame? In the debut episode of Cobra Lily, Mar

Aug 16
1 h 04 min