It's Complicated Toby Young on Cancel Culture
Oct 26, 2020
Toby Young, founder of the Free Speech Union, shares his experience of being cancelled, discusses social media's impact on free speech and cancel culture, and highlights the importance of civil discourse. He recounts being targeted by a Twitter mob and warns against the weaponization of social media. The podcast also explores the influence of cancel culture on social media behavior and personal growth in managing aggression.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Importance of Free Speech and Civil Discourse
01:59 • 9min
The Impact of Social Media on Free Speech and Cancel Culture
10:46 • 5min
Targeted by Twitter Mob
15:17 • 19min
Navigating Cancel Culture on Social Media
34:24 • 8min
The Impact of Cancel Culture and Personal Behavior on Social Media
41:56 • 2min