What Now? with Trevor Noah What’s Diddy Got To Do With It?
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Mar 7, 2024 In this lively discussion, stand-up comedian Josh Johnson and insightful journalist Christiana Mbakwe Medina tackle hot topics of the week. They debate whether Margot Robbie deserves an Oscar for her role in Barbie and ponder if Bitcoin will ever shed its scam reputation. The conversation takes a serious turn as they delve into the new allegations against Diddy, exploring issues of masculinity in hip-hop. Plus, Christiana can't resist asking the burning question: Is Trevor secretly a CIA operative? Prepare for laughter and thought-provoking insights!
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Trevor's Middle East Adventures
- Trevor Noah shares his travels through the Middle East, highlighting the rapid transformations he has witnessed.
- He recounts a near-arrest experience in Abu Dhabi due to additional screening.
Declining Oscars Relevance
- The Oscars are becoming less culturally relevant, overshadowed by viral videos and international cinema.
- Hollywood's influence might be waning due to personalized feeds and diverse content.
The Curse of Beauty
- Trevor Noah suggests that attractive actors like Margot Robbie are sometimes perceived as not acting because they look the part.
- He draws parallels with foreign films, where actors' performances are sometimes attributed to simply "being" their nationality.