Psychology In Seattle Podcast The Psychology of Diddy (Chapter 7)
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Jan 29, 2025 Dive into the psychological landscape surrounding Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs amid societal shifts in attitudes toward sexual misconduct. Explore pivotal moments like Bill Cosby's fall from grace and the birth of the MeToo movement, spotlighting how public perception of celebrities has evolved. Discuss the role of social media in reshaping narratives, as well as the complexities surrounding accountability in comedy, particularly with figures like Louis C.K. This engaging dialogue unpacks forgiveness, public apologies, and the urgent need for critical reassessment of celebrity culture.
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The Turning Point
- Society's perception of figures like Bill Cosby and Sean Combs is often that there were no prior allegations.
- In reality, victims had been coming forward for years, but were ignored by the public until a critical moment.
Beyoncé Allegation
- Kirk Honda discusses a conversation with a friend about the Sean Combs allegations, including the alleged involvement of Jay-Z and Beyoncé.
- The friend's disbelief highlights the strong bias people have towards celebrities and the difficulty in accepting accusations against them.
Hannibal Buress' Impact
- A grainy video of Hannibal Buress accusing Bill Cosby of rape went viral in 2014.
- This, combined with a younger audience on platforms like YouTube and Reddit who were less attached to Cosby's image, helped shift public opinion.