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Why Scott Blanks refuses to meet diversity quotas at The Classic comedy club in Auckland.

January 25, 202500:49
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my goal is that I don't want to be seen
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doing what I call positive um diversity
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programming which is I don't put a
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female comedian on a lineup because oh
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gosh we've got to have a female comedian
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on the lineup or we have to have someone
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who's diverse in any way persons of
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color neurodiverse I want every one of
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them to be on the lineup because they
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deserve to be there CU they're funny
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enough to be there it's not a very
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powerful thing for a female comedian if
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for some reason they think they're on
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the lineup because they're female that's
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not a strong position to be coming from
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every one of wants to go the reason I'm
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on the show is cuz I'm as funny as
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everyone else on the show that is really
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important that myself and the industry
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working along those lines so that the
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audiences have been told no this is not
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a show about quota this is a show about
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quality and everyone on this lineup is
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quality

Podspun Insights

In this episode, the conversation dives deep into the nuances of diversity in comedy, challenging the notion of tokenism in lineups. The guest passionately argues for a shift in perspective, emphasizing that representation should stem from talent rather than fulfilling quotas. It's a refreshing take that not only highlights the importance of merit but also the emotional weight carried by performers who fear being seen as mere representatives of their gender or background. This episode is a call to action for the industry to recognize and celebrate true comedic talent, regardless of identity, making it a significant moment in the ongoing dialogue about inclusivity in entertainment.

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Episode Highlights

  • Diversity in Comedy
    The speaker emphasizes the importance of genuine talent over diversity quotas in comedy lineups.
    “This is not a show about quota, this is a show about quality.”
    @ 00m 41s
    January 25, 2025

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Key Moments

  • Diversity Goals00:02
  • Quality Over Quota00:41