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Ep. #627: David Byrne, John McWhorter, Josh Tyrangiel

Real Time with Bill Maher

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Equity, Language, and TikTok: A Cultural Dissection

This chapter explores the nuanced distinctions between equity and equality, emphasizing how equity prioritizes representation in practices such as staffing in writers' rooms. The discussion then transitions to the role of language in shaping societal narratives, including the impact of terminology in political discourse. Finally, the conversation addresses the controversies surrounding TikTok, including data privacy concerns and the platform's influence on youth culture amidst broader issues of technology and national security.

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