

Musk CANCELS Netflix, Google's Trump COVER UP & Harvard's Drag Queen Hire | PBD Podcast | Ep. 659
48 snips Oct 3, 2025
Elon Musk's bold call to cancel Netflix takes center stage as the hosts delve into the repercussions for the streaming giant. They tackle Harvard's controversial hiring of a drag performer, igniting debates on campus freedom and cultural implications. Additionally, discussions unfold around Google's alleged censorship related to Trump and the shifting dynamics of American support for Israel. With a touch on declining Vegas tourism and the evolving landscape of family entertainment, the conversation is both lively and thought-provoking.
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Protect Kids From Streaming Content
- If you're bothered by adult content aimed at kids, stop passively accepting it and act as a parent by monitoring what your children watch.
- Cancel subscriptions or restrict profiles and push providers to change by voting with your wallet.
Why Boycotts Hit Disney Harder
- Netflix and Disney face very different boycott risks because Disney has a decades-long family brand tied to parks and merchandise.
- Netflix can weather niche backlash since it lacks the same multi-vector dependency and legacy consumer commitments.
Harvard Hires A Drag Performer
- Patrick and the hosts react to Harvard hiring a drag performer, citing the course on queer ethnography and nightclub-to-classroom approach.
- They play clips and express shock while debating whether adults should study such topics at university.