Surfing The Discourse
Analysing the Right-Wing Reactions to the Russell Brand Scandal (feat Ben Shapiro, Dave Rubin, and more!)
Sep 21, 2023
Ben Shapiro, Dave Rubin, Andrew Tate, and Steven Crowder discuss the right-wing reactions to the Russell Brand scandal. They critique weak arguments, analyze media bias, and question the timing of the attack on Brand. They explore the presence of evidence, burden of proof, and the relevance of his reputation. The episode examines coordinated attacks and the biased treatment of politicians in the media.
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- The right-wing figures argue that the attack on Russell Brand is a response to his criticism of the mainstream media and left-wing narratives, suggesting it is part of a larger agenda to discredit challengers of the establishment.
- The podcast challenges the epistemic standards used by right-wing commentators, highlighting evidence provided by alleged victims and suggesting the media's reporting on the allegations may be influenced by factors like the #MeToo movement and the courage of victims speaking out.
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Timing of the Attack on Russell Brand
The podcast discusses the timing of the attack on Russell Brand by the media and speculates about the reasons behind this coordinated effort. Right-wing figures like Dave Rubin, Ben Shapiro, and the Tate Brothers argue that the attack is a response to Brand's recent criticism of the mainstream media and left-wing narratives. They suggest that this attack is part of a larger agenda to discredit and silence those who challenge the establishment.
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