The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1964 - Disney Erases Tinker Bell
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May 14, 2024 
Joining the conversation is Tyler Fisher, an actor and comedian renowned for his viral content and voice work in 'Mr. Bertram.' The duo tackles Disney's controversial removal of Tinker Bell from meet-and-greets, questioning its impact on children's representation. They also critique the shifting funding priorities at UNC, emphasizing the clash between meritocracy and equity. Discussions shift to the economic fallout from current policies and the complexities of U.S. involvement in the Middle East, all while weaving in Tyler's comedic insights on navigating humor in a polarized landscape.
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Meritocracy vs. Victimhood
- Meritocracy benefits society by incentivizing the creation of valuable goods and services.
- Conversely, prioritizing victimhood leads to societal decline as unsuccessful individuals gain control.
UNC Funding Shift
- UNC Chapel Hill is reallocating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) funding to public safety.
- This decision follows a professor's on-campus shooting death and pro-Hamas protests.
Disney Axes Tinkerbell
- Disney World removed Tinkerbell from meet-and-greets due to her "body consciousness" and jealousy.
- This decision stems from Disney's "Stories Matter" initiative, which flags potentially offensive content.