Join Kat Tenbarge, an insightful independent journalist and creator of Spitfire News, as she dissects the current landscape of the #MeToo movement. They explore Hollywood's response to the movement's rise and fall, focusing on the conflicting narratives surrounding the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial. Kat emphasizes the role of social media in shaping public opinion and how crisis PR tactics can undermine social movements. The conversation reveals the complexities of navigating celebrity culture and its impact on genuine social change.
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MeToo's Turning Point
The Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial marked a turning point in the MeToo movement.
It exposed how public opinion and civil cases can be manipulated, even with pre-existing fan biases.
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Fandoms and Cancel Culture
Fandoms influence cancel culture, seen with J.K. Rowling's initial support for Depp despite fan backlash.
This reveals how fandoms interact with controversial figures, varying based on their demographics and past discussions.
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The Persistence of Online Hate
Online hate campaigns can start early and persist, as seen with initial YouTube comments against Amber Heard.
Viral support fades, while online hate remains, demonstrating the long-term impact of negativity.
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Are we in the post-MeToo era? In this episode, we’re reconciling with not only how society at large has adapted to its rise and fall, but also how Hollywood and social media have adapted as well. Spitfire News’s Kat Tenbarge joins us to discuss that — and just who it is that killed #MeToo.
Our guest Kat Tenbarge is an independent journalist, and publisher, editor, and creator of Spitfire News. Subscribe to Spitfire News at https://spitfirenews.com/, and follow her on Instagram, Bluesky, TikTok @kattenbarge.
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