Netflix Releases Dave Chappelle’s Speech Slamming Transphobic Joke Critics at Alma Mater

A new release from Dave Chappelle titled “What’s in a Name?” dropped on Netflix.

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Consisting of a speech in which the comedian addresses the backlash he’s faced for transphobic material in his standup.

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The 40-minute speech — which was released on Netflix without any prior announcement — took place at Chappelle’s alma mater.

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The choice by the school was widely criticized due to Chappelle’s inclusion of jokes targeting the transgender community.

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Chappelle also had a combative Q&A with Duke Ellington students following the release of the special in November.

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During which many criticized him for failing to listen to the objections of the LGBTQ community regarding his material.

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