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Importantly, the discussion underscores that these past statements, often made impulsively or fueled by online tribalism, can come back to haunt creators. The hosts question why some individuals are given a "pass" or allowed to grow out of their problematic phases, while others are quickly canceled or demonized for similar statements made years ago.
Toxicity: From Tumblr to Twitter and Beyond
The conversation highlights a significant transition: Toxicity that once thrived on Tumblr migrated to Twitter when the platform became the dominant social space. Many fans and creators involved in discourse about cartoons, comics, and fandoms moved their venomous behavior from one platform to another, leading to a cycle of harassment, cyberbullying, and online mob justice.