#2 - Cancel Culture and Virtue Signaling: A Discussion with Peace Ike
Episode Overview
This week on Research the News, hosts Ray Abel and Gretchen Hurd are joined by Peace Ike to explore the intricate dynamics of cancel culture and virtue signaling. Our conversation covers a broad spectrum of examples, including the recent debates over Mr. Potato Head and Dr. Seuss, ensuring a comprehensive examination of how these phenomena impact society. Peace shares her insights on how public discourse is shaped and the consequences of these cultural trends. Don’t miss this episode for a nuanced look at these critical issues and more.
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- Peace Ike Facebook post: facebook.com
- Speedy Gonzalez debate: popculture.com
- The Land O’ Lakes logo: thewashingtonpost.com
- Walter Wetzel and the Redskins logo: greatfallstribune.com
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