The Megyn Kelly Show

Policing Comedy and the Kaepernick Documentary, with Jason Whitlock and Seth Dillon | Ep. 197

Nov 5, 2021
Jason Whitlock, a conservative sports commentator, and Seth Dillon, CEO of The Babylon Bee, dive into the controversial Netflix documentary on Colin Kaepernick, discussing the portrayal of race and identity. They navigate the blurred lines between satire and reality in comedy and critique the absurdities of cancel culture. The duo also tackles tech censorship, the media's response to their satire, and the implications of personal responsibility in today’s social climate, all while promoting laughter as a vital tool against societal pressures.
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ANECDOTE

Kaepernick's Controversial Comparison

  • Colin Kaepernick compares the NFL combine to a slave trade in his Netflix documentary.
  • He juxtaposes scenes of athletes being evaluated with scenes of slaves being auctioned.
INSIGHT

Offensive Analogy

  • Jason Whitlock criticizes Kaepernick's comparison, calling it historically inaccurate and deeply offensive.
  • He points out that Kaepernick willingly participates in the NFL, unlike enslaved people.
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Stereotypical Portrayal of Blackness

  • Kaepernick's documentary portrays a limited view of Black life, focusing on stereotypes like cornrows and fried food.
  • Whitlock finds this portrayal embarrassing and more fitting of a white racist.
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