The Hall of Presidents and New Partner

This episode of *The Anthropocene Reviewed* features John Green reviewing two items: the Hall of Presidents at Disney World and the song "New Partner" by Palace Music. He discusses his childhood experiences with Disney World, contrasting his initial love with his teenage disdain, ultimately analyzing the Hall of Presidents as a site where nationalism and capitalism intersect. The second half focuses on his personal connection to "New Partner," detailing how the song evokes specific memories from different stages of his life. Green assigns a three-star rating to the Hall of Presidents and a four-star rating to the song, highlighting the power of shared delusions and the evocative nature of music. The episode concludes with production credits and a listener suggestion prompt.