"He's Coming After Us": A List and a Lawsuit

The podcast explores the phenomenon of anonymous lists, sparked by the "Shitty Media Men" spreadsheet, and examines their impact and implications. It delves into the anxieties and motivations behind creating such lists, the potential for misuse, and the fine line between protecting individuals and enabling defamation. The conversation draws a parallel to a similar incident at Brown University in the 1990s, where women used bathroom walls to name alleged rapists, highlighting the historical context of these actions and the institutional responses they provoke. The hosts and guests discuss the lawsuit against Moira Donegan, the creator of the "Shitty Media Men" list, and the broader implications for free speech and the #MeToo movement, featuring insights from Roberta Kaplan, Donegan's lawyer.