About this episode

The episode discusses the ethics of consuming leaks in fandoms, particularly in relation to artists and streaming services.

On today’s episode, host Kate Lindsay is joined by journalist and creator Princess Weekes to discuss the ethics of consuming leaks. Ten years ago, a fan with access to leaked material from their favorite artist or creator was considered elite. But now, fandoms like Avatar: The Last Airbender worry that watching the now-leaked most recent film is a slap in the face to the artists. But if the choice is between exploiting an artist’s work, and being exploited by the streaming services and corporations that are making ethical consumption even more expensive, then does anyone win?  This podcast is produced by Vic Whitley-Berry, Daisy Rosario, and Kate Lindsay. Need to set up your Slate Plus feed? If you subscribed through Slate.com, check out our FAQ at slate.com/podcastfaqs for easy instructions. Members subscribed via Apple Podcasts get automatic access—no setup required. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Kate Lindsay

Guest: Princess Weekes

Topics covered

• ethics of leaks
• fandom culture
• artist exploitation
• streaming services
• consumer choices

Keywords

• leaks
• fandom
• ethics
• Avatar: The Last Airbender
• streaming
• artists
• consumption

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Avatar: The Last Airbender

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