Episode
Chapter 5: The Tweets
59:28
Published: Tue Mar 14 2023
Description
After years of observing the conflict between advocates for trans rights and women’s rights, J.K. Rowling weighs in. Produced by Andy Mills, Matthew Boll, and Megan Phelps-Roper, with special thanks to Candace Mittel Kahn and Emily Yoffe. This show is proudly sponsored by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. FIRE believes free speech makes free people. Learn more at thefire.org.
Chapters
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00:00 - 02:45 (02:45)
Summary
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J.K. Rowling defended gender critical beliefs, stating that people should not be discriminated against for holding the belief that sex is a biological fact.
02:45 - 15:30 (12:44)
Summary
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The speaker discusses J.K. Rowling's tweets about trans individuals and the effect they have had on the Harry Potter fandom and LGBTQ+ individuals, while also praising those who spoke out against it.
15:30 - 23:25 (07:54)
Summary
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J.K. Rowling's recent tweets about gendered language provoked outrage on social media, highlighting the polarizing views on the use of gender-neutral language.
23:27 - 30:19 (06:52)
Summary
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Feminist writer Julie Bindel speaks out against cancel culture and discusses the backlash she faced after tweeting about transgender issues.
30:23 - 37:19 (06:56)
Summary
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J.K. Rowling expressed her concerns about women-only spaces, minors making medical decisions, and the way conversations and debates were being shut down in regards to the trans community, asking for empathy to be extended towards women who want their concerns to be heard without receiving threats and abuse.
37:19 - 44:25 (07:06)
Summary
J.K. Rowling expressed her concerns about women-only spaces, minors making medical decisions, and the way conversations and debates were being shut down in regards to the trans community, asking for empathy to be extended towards women who want their concerns to be heard without receiving threats and abuse.
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In this episode, journalist Jesse Singal explores the emotional impact of online hate and the techniques people use to cope with it.
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Summary
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J.K. Rowling's comments on transgender issues continue to cause controversy among Harry Potter fans, with some feeling her views contribute to fear and others feeling that the backlash is unfounded.
54:35 - 59:00 (04:25)
Summary
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