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Episode 151: Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Online Harassment For A Virtuous Cause

Feb 13, 2023
Guest
Armond Hamm
Guest
Jesse Singal
Guest
Katie Herzog
Jesse Singal struggles to plan a party while Katie Herzog explores the controversy over JK Rowling's views on gender issues in gaming. They discuss how the controversy spills over to the gaming press, Discord, and Twitch. Also, the podcast includes a discussion about Armie Hammer's career and controversies, including allegations of predation and cannibalistic behavior.
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ANECDOTE

Event Planning Disaster And Lesson

  • Jesse recounts his chaotic attempt to organize a large San Francisco party for premium subscribers and the logistical nightmares that followed.
  • He learned to outsource event logistics after near-disaster negotiation and a halved venue estimate saved the plan.
INSIGHT

Creator Politics Shape Reception Of Derivative Works

  • The Rowling controversy shows how a creator's political views can overshadow derivative works even when their involvement is minimal.
  • Public opinion on gender issues often aligns more with Rowling's expressed concerns than many online critics realize.
INSIGHT

Polling Shows Public Ambivalence On Self‑ID

  • Polling indicates sizable majorities in the US and UK share ambivalence about expansive self-ID policies and access to single-sex spaces.
  • This suggests Rowling's positions reflect mainstream concerns, complicating the online narrative that she is an extreme outlier.
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