Blocked and Reported Premium: The Attempted Cancellation Of A UCB Comedy Troupe
Jun 26, 2025
The hosts delve into a controversial Juneteenth comedy sketch that sparked outrage for its racial implications. They discuss the challenges of balancing humor and social justice in improv. A shocking betrayal in the lesbian community is also unveiled, alongside the amusingly absurd phenomenon of shipping fictional gay characters. Plus, they explore the curious case of JoJo Siwa and the controversies surrounding her. The podcast offers a lively examination of comedy's evolving landscape and the sensitivities it entails.
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Thomas Middleditch Cancellation Incident
- Thomas Middleditch was canceled after allegations of sexual misconduct at a private goth nightclub.
- The accusation involved making lewd comments in front of others in a 2019 incident.
Improv's Social Justice and Awkwardness
- Improv comedy often has a social justice focus but can be very embarrassing to watch.
- People may pay to see improv fail publicly, and it can be socially uncomfortable.
Controversy at UCB Juneteenth Show
- A TikTok user named Nitti Wave criticized a UCB Juneteenth show for portraying racist imagery involving a Black man in a pinata.
- The show was a Black-led comedy event, meant to critique gentrification and racism but sparked controversy instead.