Is Hasan Piker NSFW now? And Tung Tung's generational run

When Twitch streamer Hasan Piker was denied entry into the UK this week, it rekindled a conversation around the Home Office's approach to free speech. From Kanye West to Valentina Gomez, the list of prominent names who have seen their travel plans derailed in recent months is growing, with commentators across the political spectrum accusing the government of overreaching. Piker, whose highly critical stance on Israel has led to disputed allegations of antisemitism, says he is being targeted for his position on the war in Gaza. On this episode, Matt and Marianna explain why many young people in particular are outraged by the decision, and consider whether some of his more inflammatory comments should be considered less extreme in the amplified environment of social media.

Also this week, the police officers who were falsely identified in the aftermath of Henry Nowak's murder. And, how Tung Tung Tung Sahur's recent resurgence has secured his crown as the undisputed king of brainrot.

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