Toxic Tribalism in Fandom, The Last Jedi backlash, Solo: A Star Wars Story, Hereditary and remembering Anthony Bourdain




Story Matters show

Summary: In this SUPER-SIZED episode of the podcast, Eric Carroll joins Curt and Mike to talk about the incredible new horror/drama film Hereditary. Then we delve into the delicate and controversial waters of toxic tribalism, specifically in reference to the backlash of The Last Jedi and the fallout of bullying on social media. Is the pop culture we consume a substitute for virtue and what is the right way to approach criticism over a particular franchise, fandom or story?