The right-wing media continues its ongoing obsession with the abstract concept of “wokeness” for the sixth consecutive year. This term refers to individuals who display concern for people other than themselves and strive to create a more inclusive society, whether it’s through supporting refugees or advocating for menopausal women. The Mail on Sunday’s annual “Woke List” features the usual suspects, including well-known figures like Emily Maitlis, Gary Lineker, and even the archbishop of Canterbury, who made the list for highlighting the devastating impact of the climate crisis. However, is this the best they can do? It seems that the right-wing media is still fixated on using an alleged insult that simply signifies progressivism. The term “woke” originated from the American civil rights movement and was even added to the Oxford English Dictionary in 2017. Sadly, its meaningfulness has been diluted through overuse.
Even the most ardent readers of the Mail must be starting to realize that an excess of empathy is not the primary problem in today’s world. In fact, most people would be pleased to appear on the “Woke List,” and some even expressed disappointment at not making the cut. David Olusoga rightfully pointed out the lack of diversity in this year’s list, hoping to secure a place for himself on next year’s list. It’s time for the right-wing media to shift their focus from attacking progressive values and instead address the real issues, such as the cost of living crisis that affects their readers.
Upon returning from a wonderful three-week trip to Colombia, it was disheartening to come across Channel 4’s macho and sensationalist show, Our Guy in Colombia, hosted by Guy Martin. While Martin may be likeable and adventurous, his emphasis on narcotrafficking perpetuates the country’s negative reputation. Rather than showcasing Colombia’s pristine Caribbean beaches, untouched rainforests, and stunning rock formations adorned with prehistoric paintings, the show fixated solely on Pablo Escobar’s violent legacy. Colombia has made significant progress with the 2016 peace agreement and a new left-wing government. It is now a welcoming and beautiful country to visit, characterized by lively reggaeton music, incredibly friendly dogs, and the national sport, tejo. It’s a shame that the show failed to highlight these aspects and instead chose to glamourize the country’s painful past.
The recent news about an entrepreneur spending £25,000 on a disused staircase in Twickenham, London, has left many puzzled, including media outlets like the New York Times and Mumsnet. Simon Squibb, who went from being homeless at 15 to becoming a multimillionaire, plans to transform each floor of this staircase into a different pop-up business. As a publicity stunt, it’s definitely creative and cost-effective, generating considerable press coverage and even leading to the popular phrase “property ladder” being used. However, one can’t help but wonder about the potential future consequences for London’s housing market. Will we soon see people subletting their bedrooms while on vacation, and terraces being sold for exorbitant prices? London may soon become a city where you can’t even commute without encountering pop-up juice bars in elevators, biodynamic wine counters at traffic lights, or street food courts on Tube platforms. We may find ourselves missing those empty stairwells when they cease to exist.
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