Quick Brew - Episode 26 - Cancel Culture

This Quick Brew tackles a really tricky, but relevant, topic. We explore the pandora’s box that is cancel culture. 

 

Cancel culture is the mass withdrawal of support from public figures or celebrities who have done things that aren't socially accepted today.

 

This practice of "cancelling" or mass shaming often occurs on social media platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook. We have seen it with politicians, authors, actors, and singers, and we delve into whether it is freedom of speech or rightful erasure that we praise or shame them.

 

Is cancel culture enabling social justice or a mob mentality?

 

Katie and Vikki also talk about the complexities of dividing our feelings towards a “cancelled” artist, with our appreciation for their art.

 

It is a jam packed episode and we would love to hear your thoughts on the topic.