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Marc Maron Says “Fascism Is Good For Business” As He Slams Netflix & Dave Chappelle; Bill Maher For “Desperate Chasing Of Relevance”

Marc Maron argues Netflix prioritizes profits over ethics by continuing to air Dave Chappelle's specials despite trans community backlash and employee walkouts, highlighting business-driven decisions.

  • Comedian Marc Maron criticized Netflix, Dave Chappelle, and Bill Maher during an August 24 appearance on the Pod Save America podcast.
  • Maron's critique stemmed from Netflix's decision to continue working with Chappelle after backlash over his 2021 special featuring anti-trans jokes.
  • Maron acknowledged Netflix’s large LGBTQ+ catalog but argued those shows do not receive major deals, and he slammed Maher for desperate chasing of relevance.
  • Maron stated, "Fascism is good for business," explaining Netflix "realized after several days" of pushback that the trans community would not affect their bottom line.
  • Maron's comments suggest a broader critique of comedy’s political shifts and media business motives, highlighting lowered cultural standards and normalized fascism in entertainment.
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RollingStone broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Monday, August 25, 2025.
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