All photos courtesy of Harry Sisson.
In the wake of the 2024 presidential election, talking heads cited a number of reasons for Donald Trump’s resounding victory over Kamala Harris. As the political commentariat conducted its postmortems, conventional wisdom seemed to dictate that Democrats, notwithstanding the support of pop stars like Taylor Swift and Charli xcx, had a Gen Z problem. Enter Harry Sisson, the 22-year-old political ragebaiter who rose to prominence in 2020 when he began expressing his support for Joe Biden on TikTok, where Sisson is closing in on 2 million followers. Between cable news cameos and an appearance with former President Biden in the Oval Office, Sisson has emerged as as one of the foremost voices of the online center-left, a lightning rod who’s just as prepared to troll his political opponents as he is to make a compelling case for putting democrats in office. But celebrity, he’s learned, comes with a price, and earlier this spring Sisson found himself embroiled in scandal after 11 women accused him of manipulating them into sending him explicit images on Snapchat. So when the NYU grad joined us for this week’s installment of Search History, we had to know: when did you realize you were too famous to send dick pics? His answer may surprise you.
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JAKE NEVINS: Hey, Harry! Welcome to Search History.
HARRY SISSON: Hey Jake, glad we got to do this.
NEVINS: To start—A/S/L?
SISSON: 22, Male, NYC.
NEVINS: What’s in your system right now?
SISSON” A lot of water. I did a 45-minute Peloton bike ride and a 45-minute lift. So I chugged water and then had an omelette and some bacon. I try to lift 3-5 times a week depending on my schedule.
NEVINS: Could you take Joe Rogan in a fight?
SISSON: No way in hell. I boxed for 4 years but he’s trained MMA professionally for his entire life. I’d get my ass beat.
NEVINS: Either way, we’d be rooting for you. What’s the first thing you do when you wake up in the morning?
SISSON: Unfortunately, I check my phone immediately to see what’s happening around the world. Not the healthiest way to start my day but I just gotta stay in the loop.
NEVINS: I feel that. Are you watching Trump’s press conference right now?
SISSON: I am. I have it on in the background right now. He sounds… not great.
NEVINS: How long do you give him to live?
SISSON: I’m definitely not a doctor so I can’t say, but he’s really looking unwell.
NEVINS: Alright, switching gears. Send us a selfie.
NEVINS: A recent study showed that just 37% of American adults aged 18-64 are having sex weekly (down from 55% in 1990). What’s your fix?
SISSON: That question requires a much longer, nuanced answer that I can provide right now, but I always encourage friends of mine to go out, meet some people, and see where things go! Dating and relationships can be intimidating but once you settle in and get your confidence, they’re incredibly rewarding.
NEVINS: That’s good advice. Tell me about a conspiracy you low-key believe.
SISSON: I’ve always believed that Trump’s relationship with Epstein was much closer than we already know. They were best friends for sure, but I think it goes much deeper and perhaps much more nefarious… lack of phones and cameras during their friendship saved them a little, in my view.
NEVINS: Do you think the unredacted Epstein files will ever see the light of day?
SISSON: Probably not. We know Trump’s name is in them and we know he’s a narcissist. He would never willingly release something that damages himself. Wouldn’t be surprised if they suddenly go “missing” before the next POTUS takes office.
NEVINS: Send us a fit pic.
SISSON: Just did a debate on Piers Morgan channel so I had to dress up a little
NEVINS: How’d that go?
SISSON: I think it was the most fun I’ve had on his channel. We talked about Trump’s health and there was this one MAGA guy who was screaming at me the whole time. Like legit his face was turning red. The entire panel, even the Republicans, were laughing at him. I love a good debate especially when the opposition embarrasses themselves.
NEVINS: Nothing more satisfying. Alright, we’re going to play Fuck Marry Kill with 2028 presidential hopefuls, and explain your reasoning: Gavin Newsom, Josh Shapiro, Pete Buttigieg.
SISSON: Oh man, that’s hard. I really like all of these guys and I think they’d all be exceptional presidents. I think, for now, Gavin Newsom is at the top (which I guess is F?) just because he’s so good at combating Trump and has been really public with it. Next comes Pete (which is M?) because I think he’s incredibly smart, talented, and would do the job really well. And it pains me, but Shapiro is last simply because he hasn’t really expressed interest in the job just yet, but he has been a fantastic Governor of PA. As we get closer and he does, I’ll definitely be reevaluating.
NEVINS: Send us screenshots of your most recent Google searches…
SISSON: I was keeping up with the Trump presser during the Piers Morgan interview and the other was for my fantasy football draft. I’m in two leagues, one with my management team and one with political friends.
NEVINS: How’d your draft go?
SISSON: I’ll happily show you. I think pretty well in both.
NEVINS: We both got CMC.
SISSON: The first team is a 12-man where I got to pick 11 and the second is a 13-man (which is weird) and I had to pick 8. Kinda got screwed with picks but did what I could.
NEVINS: Okay, a few more questions for you. You found yourself in hot water earlier this year for the crime of flirting with a few different women at once. Are you officially too famous to send a dick pic?
SISSON: 😭😭😭 That question made me laugh. I can happily say I don’t send those pictures regardless of any following!
NEVINS: Is that a result of the controversy or are you constitutionally anti-dick pics?
SISSON: I’m just generally anti-dick pics. The reality is, a lot of women just don’t want to see that and I just stay away from it.
NEVINS: You’re all class, Harry. Read receipts, on or off?
SISSON: Off. I’m the worst texter in the world so I’ll need a few hours (or even days, sorry management team) to respond and I don’t need them to know I’ve seen their messages.
NEVINS: Smart. What’s the craziest DM you’ve ever received?
SISSON: Well, I’ve been doing this for five years so I’ve gotten some crazy ones. People have slid in with very creative attempts, I’ve had my address sent to me, unsolicited nudes, and more. I just try to stay away from my message requests these days.
NEVINS: How does it feel to be thirsted over by left-leaning gay men?
SISSON: Hahahaha well I’m personally straight so it’s not something that interests me but I don’t hate! Thirst if you wanna thirst, I won’t stop you.
NEVINS: Last question: what’s your password?
SISSON: That’s like giving away my social security number or credit card details! Unfortunately, that’s a no-go.
NEVINS: Thanks for taking part, Harry.
SISSON: Anytime, Jake. I appreciate it. Most fun interview I’ve done for sure.
NEVINS: Good luck in fantasy.
SISSON: Hahah thanks you too.
