Cancel Culture
practice of publicly shaming, rejecting, and ceasing to provide support to people perceived as problematic
Common Themes
Videos Mentioning Cancel Culture
Robert Proctor: Nazi Science and Ideology | Lex Fridman Podcast #268
Lex Fridman
Discussed in the context of removing statues of Hitler and renaming buildings, with the argument that history should be added to, not erased.
E149: Hamas terror attacks in Israel: fallout, reaction, next steps
All-In Podcast
A phenomenon where individuals are ostracized or boycotted for perceived offensive behavior or speech, discussed in relation to calls for firing students from elite institutions.
E83: Market slide continues, and how to address Uvalde
All-In Podcast
Palmer Luckey criticized cancel culture during his speech, linking it to the difficulties he faced in his career.
American Division: A Conversation with David French (Episode #285)
Sam Harris
The phenomenon of public withdrawal of support for public figures after they have done or said something considered objectionable or offensive, discussed as present on both the left and the right.
E50: Crypto investing deep dive, Facebook's whistleblower fallout, Chappelle's new special & more
All-In Podcast
A recurring theme, particularly in relation to Dave Chappelle's special, with discussions on its impact on comedians and free speech.
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks — Powerful Books, Mystics, and More
Tim Ferriss
A modern phenomenon involving the withdrawal of support for public figures or companies after deemed offensive actions or remarks, discussed in context of threats to free speech in universities.
Can We Talk About Scary Ideas?: A Conversation with Singer, Minerva, and McMahan (Episode #245)
Sam Harris
A form of public shaming and withdrawal of support from public figures or companies that are perceived to have acted or spoken in an unacceptable manner. The journal is partly a response to concerns about cancel culture impacting academic discourse.
E15: “The Besties” All-In’s inaugural award show covering the best, worst & most memorable of 2020
All-In Podcast
Criticized as a corrosive force that limits discourse. Speakers note the importance of nuance and speaking out against it.