In this episode of “The Ben Shapiro Show,” Ben discusses the new film released by The Daily Wire called “Lady Ballers” and its controversial concept. He also dives into the changing landscape of comedy and Hollywood under Barack Obama’s presidency. Additionally, Ben talks about Elon Musk’s visit to Israel and his three-pronged plan to address the Gaza situation. Lastly, he explores the lack of moral clarity in media coverage and the rise of anti-Semitism, featuring an interview with activist Montana Tucker.
The Daily Wire has released a new film called “Lady Ballers,” which explores the controversial topic of gender identity and its impact on sports. Ben Shapiro discusses the film’s trailer with the director, writer, and star, highlighting the absurdity of the movie’s concept. The idea for the film came about when the director decided to create a feature film within a short timeframe before leaving the country. “Lady Ballers” aims to tackle unique and thought-provoking subjects that only the creators can bring to life.
During Barack Obama’s presidency, the landscape of comedy and Hollywood underwent a fundamental shift, making it difficult to mock the absurd or tell jokes. Comedians were expected to be agents for social change rather than mock the absurd, leading to a change in the types of films being made. Ben Shapiro expresses a longing for the great comedies of the early 2000s, citing examples like Tropic Thunder and Dodgeball. He highlights the absurdity of grown men beating up women by calling themselves chicks, pointing out the lack of similar humor in mainstream culture today.
Elon Musk visited Israel, where he met with families of hostages held by Hamas, toured sites of a massacre, and had meetings with political leaders. Musk watched a video of Hamas terrorists committing atrocities and described it as horrifying. Despite a ceasefire, military operations are still ongoing in the region. Musk outlined a three-pronged plan to address the Gaza situation, which includes killing those who insist on murdering civilians, changing education to prevent the training of new murderers, and building prosperity. This plan is aimed at destroying Hamas and other radical terrorist groups, and it’s the only strategy that has ever worked.
There is a lack of moral clarity in media coverage, particularly in conflicts like the Israel-Gaza situation. This lack of clarity shapes public perception and can lead to misconceptions about the number of civilian casualties and the precision of targeting terrorist groups. Anti-Semitism has seen a significant increase, amplified through social media, and affecting various aspects of society, including schools and restaurants. Montana Tucker, an activist and granddaughter of Holocaust survivors, has been using her social media platform to raise awareness about anti-Semitism and speaking out in person as well. The rise of propaganda and denialism on social media is a concerning trend that further complicates the issue.
In this episode of “The Ben Shapiro Show,” Ben discusses the release of The Daily Wire’s new film “Lady Ballers” and its exploration of the controversial topic of gender identity in sports. He also delves into the changing landscape of comedy and Hollywood under Barack Obama’s presidency, highlighting the lack of humor in mainstream culture today. Additionally, Ben covers Elon Musk’s visit to Israel and his three-pronged plan to address the Gaza situation, emphasizing the need to destroy Hamas and other radical terrorist groups. Lastly, he addresses the lack of moral clarity in media coverage and the rise of anti-Semitism, featuring an interview with activist Montana Tucker.