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Episode: Scream 7, Melissa Barrera & Free Palestine: Is Boycotting Enough?
Description: The debate around Scream 7 has become much bigger than a horror franchise. After Melissa Barrera was fired following her public support of Gaza, many fans began calling for a boycott — arguing that the studio’s ties to Israel represent support for policies they believe amount to genocide.But is boycotting the film enough?In this episode, I break down the discourse surrounding Scream 7, Melissa Barrera’s firing, and the broader conversation around Gaza and “Free Palestine” activism. More importantly, I explore a deeper question: are we practicing complete activism — or selective activism?It’s easy to withdraw support. It’s harder to inte...