Ep 501 | Michael Oher: ‘Blind Side’ Was a Lie, Tuohy Family Never Adopted Him, Cries Exploitation | Ep 501
Aug 15, 2023
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Michael Oher, subject of 'The Blind Side', claims the movie is a lie and he never received payment. Jason Whitlock researches Oher's claims and shares evidence. Also discusses Ezekiel Elliott, Dalvin Cook finding new teams, Big Ten heading to Las Vegas, and James Harden burying the president of the 76ers.
Michael Oher claims that the movie 'The Blind Side' was a fabrication and he never received any money from it.
The Tuohy family did not exploit Michael Oher for financial gain and provided him with a stable home and support during his high school years.
Oher's actions and false claims may stem from a need for validation and attention, highlighting his lack of self-awareness and humility.
Deep dives
Michael Orr's Background and Adoption Claim
The podcast episode explores the controversy surrounding Michael Orr, whose life was depicted in the movie 'The Blind Side.' It questions why Orr is now claiming that he only recently discovered he wasn't adopted by the Tuie family. The episode delves into the details of Orr's upbringing, which involved neglect, homelessness, and drug addiction within his own family. It highlights that the Tuie family provided him with a stable home, educational support, and other opportunities. The episode suggests that Orr's motivation may be to promote a sequel to 'The Blind Side' and make more money from it.
Exploiting the Tuie Family and Financial Motives
The podcast delves into the accusations made by Orr that the Tuie family exploited him for financial gain by earning millions from 'The Blind Side' while he received none. It questions why Orr is trying to shake down the Tuie family for money now, many years after the movie's release. The episode emphasizes that the Tuie family had no financial motive to exploit Orr, as they were already wealthy before the movie's success. It argues that they simply provided him with a stable home and support during his high school years.
Michael Orr's Personal Issues and Desire for Credit
The podcast explores Orr's personal issues and his desire for credit and recognition. It discusses how Orr, despite his success as an NFL player, still carries emotional scars from his troubled past. The episode suggests that Orr's actions, including making false claims and accusing the Tuie family, stem from a need for validation and the desire to be the focus of attention. It highlights his lack of self-awareness, humility, and possibly intelligence. The podcast also raises questions about the media's role in perpetuating Orr's claims without thoroughly investigating or questioning their legitimacy.
The Importance of Taking Long-Term Risks for Foster Kids
The podcast episode discusses the story of Michael Oher, a football player whose life was transformed when a couple took a risk and brought him into their home. They redid his grades to help him qualify for a football scholarship and provided support throughout college. The episode emphasizes the significance of taking such risks and expresses appreciation for the couple's efforts in changing Oher's life.
Concerns Regarding Name, Image, and Likeness Deals in College Sports
The podcast episode highlights the issue of name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals in college sports and its potential connection to gambling. The episode raises concerns that some athletes may be in contact with known gamblers due to their personal NIL deals, posing a risk of corruption. It questions the integrity of College Football and expresses distrust in the product due to these factors. The episode urges further investigation into the underreported issue of gambling in college sports.
It’s been nearly 15 years since Sandra Bullock won an Oscar for her performance in the feel-good film “The Blind Side.” Now, almost a decade and a half later, the subject of the true story, Michael Oher, claims the movie is all a lie. The story of a white family taking in an underprivileged but talented black teen scored over $300 millions at the box office. But Oher says not only was the premise of the film a fabrication, he’s also never received a dime from the movie about his life. Oher claims the Tuohy family never adopted him, only misled him into signing into a conservatorship in an effort to cash in on his football career. The lazy mainstream media has run with Oher’s version of events and has quickly cast the Tuohy family as greedy charlatans exploiting a naive black kid. Good thing Jason Whitlock is here to actually research Oher’s slanderous claims. Jason has proof that Oher actually was well aware he was never adopted and knew about the conservatorship well before February 2023. “This whole exploitative, conservatorship nonsense isn’t exactly Britney Spears’ parents controlling her money.” Jason shares the fruits of his research and discusses the story with “Fearless” contributor Shemeka Michelle and T.J. Moe. Plus, Steve Kim shares his Oher thoughts and weighs in on Ezekiel Elliott and Dalvin Cook finding new teams, the Big Ten heading to Las Vegas, and James Harden burying the president of the 76ers.
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