The Cartoonist Who Changed American Politics Forever

Political cartoons, satire, and US presidents collide in the new documentary A Savage Art: The Life & Cartoons of Pat Oliphant. We interview Bill Banowsky on how one of the world’s most fearless cartoonists shaped politics and public opinion across five decades and ten presidencies. In this episode of Factual America, we look at the power of satire in American democracy, Oliphant’s lasting influence, and why his art remains so relevant today.

If you’re interested in political art, journalism, or the role of satire in democracy, this conversation is not to be missed.

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction

04:33 – The Film: A Savage Art

12:32 – Pat Oliphant: The Influential Cartoonist

21:39 – The Evolution of Political Cartooning

34:20 – The Impact of Media Disruption

37:54 – The Journey of Documentary Filmmaking

44:19 – The Future of Theatres and Audience Experience