The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1359 - Dave Chapelle Is Funny. Get Over It.
Oct 21, 2021
The podcast dives into the spirited Netflix employee walkout over Dave Chappelle's comedy special, unfolding a complex narrative of humor and critique. It dissects the media's portrayal of cultural controversies, highlighting freedom of expression amid employee dissent. The discussion also tackles the Biden administration's plans for vaccinating children, questioning the implications of masking policies. Additionally, humor and societal tensions in women's sports are critiqued, emphasizing the broader themes of academic freedom and the politicization of issues in contemporary discourse.
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Netflix Walkout
- Netflix employees staged a small walkout to protest Dave Chappelle's comedy special.
- A counter-protester's sign supporting Chappelle was torn down by a protestor.
Media Bias
- The media's obsession with the small Netflix protest reveals their shared values with the protestors.
- This coverage allows them to appear virtuous.
Not Punching Down
- Criticizing mainstream media's push for non-biological pronouns isn't "punching down".
- The State Department's celebration of International Pronouns Day highlights this push.