Francis Foster - Why Netflix Will NEVER Cancel Ricky Gervais

Why hasn’t Netflix cancelled Ricky Gervais, even as cancel culture takes down everyone else? In this revealing episode of Heretics Clips, comedian Francis Foster joins Andrew Gold to unpack why Gervais remains untouchable — and what it says about power, comedy, and free speech in 2025.

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Ricky Gervais has become one of the last comedians willing to mock sacred cows — from gender ideology to religion — yet Netflix keeps renewing his specials. Francis Foster, co-host of the hit podcast TRIGGERnometry, explains why that’s no accident. He argues that Gervais represents something Hollywood desperately needs: authenticity. In an era where most comedians fear backlash, Gervais’ refusal to apologise has made him both a cultural lightning rod and a commercial goldmine.

Andrew Gold and Francis debate whether Gervais’ defiance is genuine bravery or smart branding — and whether even he could one day face the mob. Expect a fast, funny, and brutally honest conversation about:

Why Netflix stands by Gervais when other platforms cave to outrage mobs.

How his “anti-woke” reputation actually helps his global reach.

The economics of controversy — and why cancel culture often fails.

The double standards in comedy: why some jokes are “offensive” and others get applause.

Whether comedians today are too afraid to tell the truth.

Francis also shares his insider perspective on the state of British comedy — how club audiences differ from online mobs, and why younger comics are scared to take risks. Meanwhile, Andrew explores what Gervais’ success reveals about public appetite for authenticity, humour, and free speech.

This is one of the most entertaining and insightful discussions yet on the intersection of comedy, censorship, and cultural hypocrisy.

Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZP1L_Y58pU&t=278s

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