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The first thing that we're gonna talk
about today is story and news
that explains why Dave Chappelle is telling you not
to watch him.
Don't do it.
Please do not watch this.
So, if you're not aware "Chappelle's Show" came
to Netflix a few weeks back on November 1st,
which for a lot of people was very cool to see.
Also seemed to make sense.
Chappelle himself has a number of comedy specials
that are on Netflix.
Almost instantly and unsurprisingly "Chappelle's Show"
became one of the top 10 things being consumed on Netflix
in the United States.
But it turns out as we later learned,
Chappelle was not a fan of the series being there.
With Chappelle in a nearly 20 minute video
that he posted a footage from a recent standup set
on Instagram titled "unforgiven,"
claiming that he never got paid by Viacom/CBS,
which owns the show after he left.
- They didn't have to pay me because I signed the contract.
But is that right?
- [Audience Member] No!
- I found out that these people were streaming my work,
and they never had to ask me,
or they never had to tell me.
Perfectly legal 'cause I signed the contract.
But is that right?
- [Audience Members] No!
- I didn't think so either.
(audience laughs)
That's why I like working for Netflix.
I like working for Netflix
because when all those bad things happened to me,
that company didn't even exist.
(audience laughs)
And when I found out they were streaming "Chappelle's Show,"
I was furious.
How could they not?
How could they not know?
So, you know what I did?
I called them and I told them that this makes me feel bad.
And do you want to know what they did?
They agreed that they would take it off their platform
just so I could feel better.
- And in fact, if this morning you got on Netflix,
you were like, "Time to watch 'Chappelle's Show.'"
It's not there anymore,
which is wild because it's very rare to find a story
where Netflix has backed down.
Though back down might not be the right word.
But I guess what I mean to say is
that Netflix had every legal and technical right to air this
and seemingly for the sake of just pleasing this one person,
even who knows how big of a detriment
or cost this was for Netflix still doing this,
which once again is notable
because "Chappelle's Show" is a very valuable asset.
Though in the grand scheme of things for Netflix,
it probably makes sense.
They have an existing relationship with Dave Chappelle.
Right back in 2016,
they gave him $60 million to do a three special deal.
Also probably not the best business move to be seen
as a company that screwed over Dave Chappelle,
given how beloved he is in the comedy community.
But obviously this was a move
that Chappelle appreciated and praised
because they as a business beyond not only paying him
also listened to him when he was talking
about removing content that he referred to as stolen goods.
And also very significantly in this clip.
He also called on his fans to boycott the show
on other streaming platforms that have not taken it down yet
and are still not paying him.
And though he didn't mention it by name places
like CBS All Access and HBO Max.
- Coming to you.
I'm begging you.
If you ever liked me,
if you ever think there was anything worthwhile about me,
I'm begging you.
Please don't watch that show.
I'm not asking to boycott any network.
Boycott me!
Boycott "Chappelle's Show."
Do not watch it unless they pay me!
- And you know, that is where we are with this right now.
Obviously the way Chappelle has framed this is
essentially "boycott me"
in this very specific thing regarding "Chappelle's Show."
And I also feel like he worded it this specific way
because he has been so incredibly outspoken
about the problems with
and how crazy cancel culture has gotten.
But even with that said,
I do want to pass the question off to you.
What are your thoughts on this story?
If you're a fan of Dave Chappelle or "Chappelle's Show"
Will you make sure you don't stream it
on those other platforms?
Or are you of the mindset of
no, you even said you signed the contract.
It's all legal, it's all fair.
I'm gonna watch it.
Also regarding Netflix,
what are your thoughts about the move
that they just pulled right here?
Are you happy to see that?
You think it doesn't matter?
It was just business?
Any and all thoughts I'd love to hear from you.
Also and actually since we're already talking about Netflix,
we should talk about the huge move they made in New Mexico
with Netflix now reportedly expanding its ABQ Studios
in New Mexico and committing to an additional $1 billion
in production spending.
This is absolutely huge entertainment news
because Netflix says that it's going to make ABQ studios one
of the largest high-tech
and sustainable film production facilities in North America.
But perhaps even more importantly and interestingly,
it will be interesting to see what happens for the state.
I mean that regarding potential economic impact
as well as does New Mexico become the new place
to be for film and television production?
I think that's one of the signals that officials are hoping
that this move sends across the industry.
And I mean, hey, it's already home
to current Netflix original films
like "The Harder They Fall" and "Intrusion."
It's also where Netflix filmed projects
like "Army of the Dead," "El Camino," "Godless,"
"Daybreak," "Chambers," and "Messiah."
Plus we already know that certain things are moving.
We know that "Stranger Things," which is normally filmed
in Atlanta, Georgia will start shooting
in Albuquerque very soon.
That's already a huge deal because "Stranger Things,"
which of course stars, people like Millie Bobby Brown,
Winona Ryder, and others is arguably one
of its biggest original programs.
And as far as potential economic impact,
it's believed that this move will create
an estimated 1,000 production jobs over the next 10 years,
along with 1,467 construction jobs
to complete the expansion.
On top of that,
the studio will bring in $150 million
in capital expenditures as it adds up to 10 stages,
production offices, backlots, wardrobe suites,
and other buildings that support production.
And then on the other end as part of this deal,
New Mexico's government is providing $17 million in funding,
and the city of Albuquerque is providing another 7 million
in financing, including 6 million
in infrastructure in-kind financing.
And in total here, New Mexico's Economic Development
Department Cabinet Secretary, Alicia J. Keyes,
said that this deal could ultimately result
in $2.5 billion worth of spending in the state.
So moving forward,
this is definitely gonna be interesting to watch,
to see if New Mexico really does compare to places
like LA, New York, Atlanta.
And if it proves successful, which it very likely will.
It'll just further solidify Netflix as a leader
in the industry.
But, of course, these are just my thoughts, the story.
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And then, let's talk about a story
that it's yet another example of something
that constantly happens and it grinds my gears.
I'll cover something on a show.
I'll release that show.
And then within an hour of the episode being released,
some update will happen that completely changes the story.
Yesterday that actually happened twice.
One, Belle Delphine we talked about yesterday,
her account on YouTube was actually reinstated.
So hey, a win as far as treating mainstream artists the same
as more independent artists,
but also we need to keep in mind it only happened
after a lot of concerted backlash.
I still worry about the smaller creators there,
but then also two,
after two weeks, after dozens of lawsuits,
the government has finally now begun the process
of allowing Joe Biden's transition to the presidency.
And this, even though Donald Trump is still not conceding.
Though that might be because he doesn't know what
that word means.
I'm kidding.
He knows what that means,
which is why it's also more troubling.
But the main thing yesterday,
we saw the administrator of the GSA,
the general services administration, Emily Murphy,
admitting in a letter that Biden was the quote
"apparent president elect."
And as far as why the GSA is important here,
why you've even had to know that a human being
by the name of Emily Murphy exists
and in the near future can go back to not caring
that she exists is that the GSA is an independent agency
within the government that has the power
to direct the flow of transition resources
to an incoming president.
It's not controlled by the executive branch.
Though it is technically part of it.
And while Murphy was appointed by Trump,
the agency is not part of the Trump administration.
After it was clear that Biden had won the presidency,
Murphy initially refused to sign the letter allowing Biden
to begin his transition process.
Which understand is something
that is usually considered a very standard call.
Something that has also kept Joe Biden
in the dark regarding key issues like COVID 19,
which like we talked about yesterday is an issue
because him not getting those resources,
him not getting into the process,
that could cost countless lives.
And so from there you got a ton of people accusing Murphy,
who was a former attorney
for the Republican National Committee,
of being influenced by the White House.
However, in her letter from last night
now declaring Biden the apparent winner.
She says,
"I have dedicated much of my adult life to public service
"and I have always strived to do what is right.
"Please know that I came to my decision independently based
"on the law and available facts.
"I was never directly or indirectly pressured
"by any executive branch official,
"including those who work at the White House or GSA
"with regard to the substance or timing of my decision."
With Murphy also noting in this letter that she had quote,
"received threats online, by phone,
"and by mail directed at my safety, my family, my staff,
"and even my pets in an effort to coerce me
"into making this determination prematurely."
And as far as why Murphy took so long to sign this letter,
according to the Washington Post,
those close to her said she wanted more certainty
before making the call.
Apparently wanting to see battleground states
actually begin certifying their elections,
wanting to see how Trump's legal battles would play out.
With the Post also noting
that there was the prospect of becoming the target
of Trump's anger,
which while I personally have issue
with Emily Murphy dragging her feet in a time
that once again could cost American lives
if there is a delayed response
from the Biden administration because they were not able
to access key information ahead of time,
there is a hard to imagine amount of backlash for anyone
that previously supported Trump doing anything
that hurts the president.
I mean, hell even Tucker Carlson
in the past week was called a traitor.
That over his coverage of Sidney Powell
who the Trump administration has now even kind
of had distanced themselves from
because apparently in 2020,
there is actually a level
that is still considered too crazy.
But that said, going back to Emily Murphy
regarding Trump's reaction to this news,
he actually didn't go after Murphy.
Though he did appear to almost immediately contradict
a thing that Emily Murphy claimed.
With Trump tweeting, "Our case strongly continues.
"We will keep up the good fight,
"and I believe we will prevail.
"Nevertheless, in the best interest of our country,
"I am recommending that Emily
"and her team do what needs to be done
"with regard to initial protocols,
"and have told my team to do the same."
But okay, there's two things there.
One, no, your case is not strong.
We've literally seen case after case after case fail
to hold up in court.
And two, that statement appears
that he's kind of taking credit here for Murphy's decision
to kick start this process.
Pretty much at the same time that Murphy insisted
that she had acted on her own.
And in fact,
according to the Washington Post,
Murphy's team even told the White House Counsel's Office
on Friday that she planned to designate Biden the winner
on Monday, but then adding,
they just never heard back
from the White House Counsel's Office.
Now because Murphy's letter gives Biden
several notable resources,
including access to millions in federal funds,
it is important to talk about what comes next.
And part of the answer there is
that president elect Biden and his team are now able
to begin holding meetings with government agencies
to discuss policy ahead of his inauguration.
Actually on the note of government agencies,
we should talk about what that will look like
under a Biden administration
because Joe Biden has now started to reveal several
of his cabinet picks.
In fact, on Sunday Biden announced Antony Blinken
as his Secretary of State.
Notably Blinken is the former deputy secretary of state
under president Obama.
And unsurprisingly, as far as policy,
Blinken is going to be a very big departure
from current secretary of state Mike Pompeo.
Blinken has been highly critical of Trump's quote,
"America first" policy saying that,
it's only isolated the United States
and in fact created opportunities and vacuums
for its adversaries.
And there he's expected
to help the United States rejoin
major international agreements that Trump took us out of.
Things you think of, the Paris climate accord,
the Iran nuclear deal, the World Health Organization.
Yesterday we also got the news
that Biden has chosen Alejandro Mayorkas
as his Secretary of Homeland Security,
which actually like Blinken,
he was deputy secretary under Obama.
Also having previously served
as the director of US citizenship and immigration services.
And as a Cuban American,
he will be the first Latino to lead the department,
which is also notable because he's expected
to overhaul most, if not all,
of Trump's hard line immigration policies.
Mayorkas even saying on Twitter yesterday,
"When I was very young,
"the United States provided my family
"and me a place of refuge.
"Now I have been nominated to be the DHS Secretary
"and oversee the protection of all Americans
"and those who flee persecution in search of a better life
"for themselves and their loved ones."
Also among other notable picks,
you have Janet Yellen as Treasury Secretary.
She previously served as the chair of the federal reserve
under Obama, but was not reappointed by Trump
after he won the 2016 election.
Also if Yellen's confirmed by the Senate,
she would become the country's
first female Treasury Secretary.
Then regarding climate change,
former secretary of state, John Kerry has been tapped
to become the special presidential envoy for climate.
With the Biden transition team noting,
"This marks the first time
"that the national security council will include
"an official dedicated to climate change,
"reflecting the president elects commitment
"to addressing climate change
"as an urgent national security issue."
And in addition to that,
Biden has chosen Jake Sullivan
as his national security advisor,
which is actually a position that he also held for Biden
in a vice-presidential capacity
during part of Obama's second term.
Sullivan also having played a key role in negotiations
around the 2015 Iran nuclear deal.
But yeah, that's where this story ends.
And I thought today it'd be more beneficial to look
at our prospective future
rather than spend a bulk of the time
on the continued efforts of Trump to deny reality
and just general flailing,
which I will say today took the form
of Donald Trump retweeting and quote tweeting,
definitely not crazy person, Randy Quaid,
which included videos that looked like this right here,
which is a very normal thing.
Definitely nothing alarming or embarrassing there.
And that is where I'm going to end today's show.
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