heretics. 546. Jonathan Pie - The BIGGEST Mistake I Ever Made
Jun 16, 2025
Tom Walker, the British comedian behind Jonathan Pie, shares his journey through the treacherous waters of political satire. He candidly discusses his biggest regret, the impact of cancel culture, and the complexities of Islam and free speech. Walker reflects on his controversial stances, such as defending Huw Edwards and navigating tensions with the woke left. He tackles issues like trans rights and the changing landscape of British comedy, offering an unfiltered perspective on the intersection of humor, politics, and societal backlash.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Left's Internal Conflict Insight
- The left tends to eat itself through internal conflicts despite losing elections.
- The pendulum of the culture war is swinging, with the right gaining ground.
Cancellation Fears Experienced
- Tom Walker has had weekends where he thought he was cancelled due to misjudged tweets.
- The feeling was horrific and pushed him to reconsider how he approaches controversial topics.
Avoid Online Comment Pitfalls
- Avoid reading online comments to preserve your mental wellbeing.
- Online negativity doesn't reliably reflect real-world opinions or interactions.
