Pod Save the UK Toxic men and toxic politics: the problem with Gregg Wallace and Nigel Farage
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Dec 5, 2024 Zoë Grünewald, a political journalist, and Jacob Diggle, Director of Strategy at UK Youth, delve into the pressing issues of toxicity in politics and youth unemployment. They discuss the allegations against Gregg Wallace and how the entertainment industry must confront its toxic culture. Grünewald emphasizes the need for a visionary approach to address the challenges young people face, while Diggle outlines strategies for combating youth unemployment and preventing young voters from drifting towards right-wing politics.
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Gregg Wallace Controversy
- Gregg Wallace stepped down from MasterChef after allegations of inappropriate behavior.
- His response, criticizing "middle-class women of a certain age," was deemed misogynistic.
Harassment in Entertainment
- Sexual harassment is a cross-class issue, not confined to specific demographics.
- The entertainment industry often indulges bad behavior due to the "talent" culture.
Entertainment as Workplace
- The entertainment industry, despite its glamorous appearance, is a workplace.
- The term "talent" should be abolished as it creates a culture of indulging abusers.