Episode
#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
1:09:54
Published: Thu Dec 02 2021
Description
Scott Capurro is a comedian, writer and an actor. I needed some advice for how to survive my first thanksgiving in America and also to try and make sense of what I've been seeing since I've been out here. Scott started shouting about the British but I think he tried his best to help. Expect to learn why Scott got banned from Australian TV, why the Women's March sent out a problematic email, how the internal politics of the LGBT community are messed up, why a focus on race is causing people to ignore real issues of class, the best way to avoid causing a ruckus during the holidays and much more... Sponsors: Join the Modern Wisdom Community to connect with me & other listeners - https://modernwisdom.locals.com/ Get 15% discount on the amazing 6 Minute Diary at https://bit.ly/diarywisdom (use code MW15) Get 15% discount on Craftd London’s jewellery at https://bit.ly/cdwisdom (use code MW15) Get 20% discount & free shipping on your Lawnmower 4.0 at https://www.manscaped.com/ (use code MODERNWISDOM) Extra Stuff: Check out Scott's website - https://scottcapurro.com/ Follow Scott on Twitter - https://twitter.com/scottcapurro Get my free Reading List of 100 books to read before you die → https://chriswillx.com/books/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast Email: https://chriswillx.com/contact/
Chapters
In this episode, the hosts cover multiple topics including Scott's ban from Australian TV, the problematic email from the Women's March, internal politics of the LGBT community, the negative effects of focusing on race and how to have peaceful holidays.
00:00 - 02:24 (02:24)
Summary
In this episode, the hosts cover multiple topics including Scott's ban from Australian TV, the problematic email from the Women's March, internal politics of the LGBT community, the negative effects of focusing on race and how to have peaceful holidays. The episode also includes an ad for a daily journal.
Episode#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
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08:25 - 12:35 (04:09)
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Episode#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
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12:35 - 17:06 (04:30)
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The speaker highlights the issue of homelessness in East London and the US, citing personal observations and experiences, and criticizes the tendency to ignore it in the wealthiest areas.
Episode#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
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17:06 - 22:17 (05:11)
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A woman talks about living in London and observing prostitution and drug dealing happening near her house while politicians are not taking action.
Episode#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
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22:18 - 26:58 (04:39)
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Episode#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
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26:58 - 30:30 (03:32)
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Episode#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
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30:30 - 33:15 (02:45)
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The LGBTQ+ community was never solely focused on community and political thought. Gay people are still marginalized in certain communities and there is a concern that the community is now more focused on showing off for corporations like Gap.
Episode#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
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The surplus of information has made people less interested in research and reading as they feel they now have the power to decide and feel what they want.
33:15 - 39:09 (05:53)
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The surplus of information has made people less interested in research and reading as they feel they now have the power to decide and feel what they want. The smartest people now are the most discerning ones rather than those who go deepest.
Episode#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
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39:09 - 46:39 (07:30)
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The conversation around race and politics has evolved to become a part of many aspects of culture, from the music we listen to, to the entertainment we consume. People are seeking connection, but their desire for it has changed over time to become more immediate and aggressive.
Episode#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
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The obsession with race in America may be a systemic ploy to divert attention from the real issue of class inequality.
46:39 - 50:33 (03:53)
Summary
The obsession with race in America may be a systemic ploy to divert attention from the real issue of class inequality. The intriguing nature of class, according to a former employee of wealthy people, is that they appear to be perpetually unhappy.
Episode#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
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Comedian Dave Chappelle is facing backlash over recent comments during his comedy set on Netflix regarding LGBTQ and trans rights, prompting some viewers to protest, quit their jobs, and even make death threats.
50:33 - 54:23 (03:49)
Summary
Comedian Dave Chappelle is facing backlash over recent comments during his comedy set on Netflix regarding LGBTQ and trans rights, prompting some viewers to protest, quit their jobs, and even make death threats.
Episode#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
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The fear of immediate social media backlash stifles an honest response, while some people go out of their way to cancel others for potentially perverse incentives.
54:23 - 1:00:34 (06:11)
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Episode#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
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The fear of losing their jobs due to saying the wrong thing is preventing people from expressing themselves.
1:00:34 - 1:04:52 (04:18)
Summary
The fear of losing their jobs due to saying the wrong thing is preventing people from expressing themselves. This includes the use of certain words like the "r-word" and making some people hesitant to express their true opinions, which may be seen as preferences or racist.
Episode#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
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A veteran stand-up comedian discusses the challenges of staying relevant in the modern age and how he navigates them, reflecting on how societal changes like the normalization of homosexuality impact his material.
1:04:52 - 1:07:58 (03:05)
Summary
A veteran stand-up comedian discusses the challenges of staying relevant in the modern age and how he navigates them, reflecting on how societal changes like the normalization of homosexuality impact his material.
Episode#405 - Scott Capurro - How To Survive Thanksgiving & LGBT Politics
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