Part 9/14:

The hosts analyze recent international incidents, notably Maddie Healy's cancelation of upcoming shows in Indonesia and Taipei. Healy's refusal to perform in countries with anti-LGBTQ laws exemplifies the moral posturing that often accompanies Western celebrities’ activism, even when it harms local artists and fans.

A listener's highlight of cultural relativism emerges: should western nations impose their morality on sovereign countries? Conversely, the hosts argue that supporting free expression means accepting the laws of other countries, even if those laws are repressive. The Malaysia incident is lauded as an example of Western privilege—where the celebrity's attitude disregards the local culture, risking cultural insensitivity at best and genuine harm at worst.