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Julie Christie TORCHES journalist Simon Wilson for criticising her damehood #newzealand #aotearoa

January 14, 202500:51
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I mean it's been brought up to me now we
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might as well address it show we what
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that Simon Wilson called me a culture
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vulture cultural Vandal I mean For
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Heaven's Sake when I got my dam Hood he
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wrote this big article about why I
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shouldn't have got my dam Hood this
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great example you know of a man who
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could never make it in television and
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has been kind like jealously picking
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away at it ever since the headline
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nothing like a Dame why Julie Christie's
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honor as an insult to our TV industry
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yeah I mean it's got a sting he missed
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the four movies my success and
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unscripted is funded he missed you know
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the drama I've done how can you call
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this is life and the greatest formats
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ever made and insult the industry how
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can you call fact that I won an AIDS
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award for the my Mr and Mr documentary
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you ignore all the government boards all
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are slaving away when they pay lousy let
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me tell you because I care so much about
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our country and just say oh I don't like
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Treasure Island so she doesn't deserve a
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Dame Hood he's just ignorant

Podspun Insights

In this fiery episode, tensions rise as the host confronts the backlash from Simon Wilson, who labeled her a "culture vulture" and a "cultural vandal." The host passionately defends her contributions to the television industry, highlighting her achievements and the hard work of those behind the scenes. With a blend of frustration and determination, she challenges the notion that her success is undeserved, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the broader impact of her work. This episode is a compelling exploration of identity, recognition, and the complexities of the entertainment world, leaving listeners with a sense of empowerment and a deeper understanding of the struggles faced by creative individuals.

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Episode Highlights

  • Cultural Vandalism Accusation
    Simon Wilson labeled me a cultural vulture, sparking a defense of my work.
    “I mean, it's been brought up to me now...”
    @ 00m 03s
    January 14, 2025
  • Defending Achievements
    I highlight my successes in unscripted television and awards, countering negative perceptions.
    “How can you call this an insult to the industry?”
    @ 00m 18s
    January 14, 2025

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Cultural Critique00:03
  • Defending Success00:18
  • Ignorance00:46