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SNL Crowd Gets Uncomfortable as Shane Gillis Has the Last Laugh

Feb 26, 2024
Comedian Shane Gillis's return to 'Saturday Night Live' after being fired, Jerry Seinfeld calling out a critic on diversity, Peter Thiel discussing future scenarios, Elon Musk and Jordan Peterson criticizing Google's AI, migrant crisis affecting kids in Boston, Ann Coulter's reception on 'Real Time with Bill Maher', El Salvador president dismissing BBC journalist's advice
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  • Shane Gillis challenges cancel culture dynamics with anti-woke humor on SNL.
  • Jerry Seinfeld advocates for humor and talent over diversity quotas in comedy.

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The Rise of Insurgent Wokeness

Wokeness is challenged as Shane Gillis's past cancellation from Saturday Night Live resurfaces, showcasing a shift in cancel culture dynamics. His appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast highlights previous backlash over jokes, suggesting a gradual mainstream change.

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