Topic: Kevin Hart

3 chapters across the catalog

Tippie-Top
Episode 1101 1:21:38 - 1:25:21

1101: Tippie-Top

Kevin Hart Oscar Hosting Controversy and Ellen DeGeneres

Ellen DeGeneres invited Kevin Hart onto her show to advocate for his return as the host of the Academy Awards following a controversy over past tweets. The hosts suggest ABC pressured DeGeneres to "patch things up" to save the award show's declining ratings.

Tippie-Top
Episode 1101 1:25:22 - 1:34:13

1101: Tippie-Top

Don Lemon's Critique of Kevin Hart and Black Homophobia

CNN's Don Lemon delivered a lengthy monologue criticizing Kevin Hart for failing to be an "ally" to the LGBTQ community. Lemon claimed that homophobia is a significant issue within the Black community, citing statistics on homeless Black youth and personal anecdotes from director Lee Daniels.

Right Puberty
Episode 1093 2:23:45 - 2:27:46

1093: Right Puberty

Kevin Hart, Oscar Hosting Controversy, Homophobic Tweets

Comedian Kevin Hart steps down as host of the Oscars following a public outcry over homophobic tweets posted between 2009 and 2011. A segment of his past stand-up routine regarding his fear of his son being gay is played to provide context for the controversy. Hart apologized for his "insensitive words" but chose to withdraw to avoid being a distraction.