Ep. 1505 - The Real Reason “Am I Racist?” Was Snubbed By The Oscars
The Matt Walsh Show
Deep Dive
Why was the documentary 'Am I Racist?' snubbed by the Oscars?
The documentary, despite being the top-grossing documentary of the year and the decade, was excluded from the Oscar shortlist due to its satirical critique of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, which the Academy documentary branch members likely viewed as politically unfavorable.
What were the box office earnings of 'Am I Racist?'?
The documentary earned over $12 million in the domestic box office, making it the highest-grossing documentary of the year and one of the top 35 documentaries of all time.
What were some of the films that made the Oscar shortlist for documentaries?
Films like 'The BB Files,' 'No Other Land,' and 'Union' made the shortlist, with themes focusing on political issues from a left-wing perspective, including critiques of Israeli government policy and the unionization of an Amazon warehouse.
Why did Disney pull an episode of 'Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur'?
Disney pulled the episode, which featured a transgender storyline, likely due to concerns over the political climate and backlash from audiences who were tired of trans activism in children's entertainment.
What was the reaction on Blue Sky to Disney's decision to pull the 'Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur' episode?
On Blue Sky, a platform for left-wing activists, the decision was seen as a blow to trans activism, with one staff member from the show's art department expressing disappointment that the episode was shelved due to the recent election results.
What did Joe Biden say about the mysterious drone sightings?
Biden stated that the drones are probably not nefarious, but he is not entirely sure, and the government is closely monitoring the situation.
What are some theories about the mysterious drone sightings?
Theories include the possibility of Chinese spy drones, U.S. government operations, or even extraterrestrial activity, though the Pentagon has dismissed these sightings as non-threatening.
What did Crystal Mangum admit in a recent podcast?
Crystal Mangum admitted that she falsely accused members of the Duke lacrosse team of rape almost 20 years ago, apologizing for the harm she caused.
What is the role of Virgie Tovar in San Francisco?
Virgie Tovar has been appointed as a consultant on weight stigma and weight neutrality, advocating for fat positivity and body acceptance in San Francisco's Department of Public Health.
What did Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson do on Broadway?
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made her Broadway debut in the musical 'And Juliet,' playing a character called Queen Mab, which she described as a moment of female empowerment and a reminder that justices are human beings.
Shownotes Transcript