#522 - Video Killed the Podcast Star (ft. Mace, Epstein, Gladwell, Linehan)
The Fifth Column
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Navigating Controversy: Identity Politics and Accountability
This chapter explores the intersection of identity politics and journalistic integrity, centering around Malcolm Gladwell's controversial opinions on trans athletes. It critically examines the pressures public figures face in expressing their beliefs in today's charged socio-political climate, alongside a discussion of cancel culture and accountability. The conversation reflects on personal and professional consequences amid societal shifts and highlights the struggle to engage in complex, sensitive issues.
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