Election Day Anxiety? How to Unsubscribe from Stress and Find Peace with Julio Vincent Gambuto

In this special Election Day episode of Faithful Politics, we bring you an insightful conversation with filmmaker and author Julio Vincent Gambuto. Known for his critical take on media culture, Julio shares the philosophy behind his new book, Please Unsubscribe, Thanks. Together, we explore the impact of "unsubscribing" from the things that drain us—be it social media, toxic relationships, or even our underlying beliefs. With Election Day upon us, this episode invites listeners to reflect on the mental and emotional subscriptions they hold and how letting go of some might bring a sense of peace and clarity.

For those of us feeling tense about the election results, Julio's ideas offer a timely reminder: the bigger takeaway might be less about winning or losing and more about re-evaluating what truly matters to us. With our phones in hand, glued to the news or waiting for updates, let this episode be a gentle guide to help you navigate today's anxieties, foster compassion for others, and reconnect with what brings you joy and purpose.

Join us for a conversation that’s all about helping you unsubscribe from the noise and focus on what matters—today and beyond.

Guest Bio (from his website)

Julio is the author of the new book, Please Unsubscribe, Thanks! — now available from Avid Reader Press at Simon & Schuster. It is a follow-up to his viral essay series “Prepare for the Ultimate Gaslighting,” which sparked a worldwide conversation reaching more than 21 million readers in 98 countries. Julio remains a weekly contributor to Medium.

From the time he was a super gay teen back in the 90s, “Giulio” has had over 30 jobs, including being a singing-and-dancing waiter at Johnny Rockets and welcoming customers at Abercrombie & Fitch (well before the greeters were half naked).

Deeply changed by the experience of the Covid pandemic, Julio has embraced a much more authentic outspokenness. He gets out of bed every day determined to make smart, funny, bold work that's full of heart. His creative projects seek to offer readers and viewers humor, insight, guidance, and a pathway to legit connection in a fucked-up modern world.

A moviemaker by trade and training, Julio has written, directed, and produced film and television content for The New Yorker, Nickelodeon, PBS, E! Entertainment, Samuel Goldwyn Films, Beta Films, Stone & Company, and Kerner Entertainment.