Streamer's apology for racist rant exposes the rot in streaming culture
Briefly

Hoyt's video exposes the troubling realities of online streaming culture, where harmful behaviors like recklessness, racism, and misogyny thrive, urging a deeper examination of the platforms involved.
Streaming platforms, particularly Kick, have rapidly gained traction by allowing content that others reject, raising concerns about the kind of environment they foster for creators and viewers alike.
The statistics make it clear: with 1.8 million followers, Jack Doherty's reckless actions, including a crash while livestreaming, underscore a disturbing trend in influencer accountability on these platforms.
Twitch's strict moderation policies aim for a brand-safe image, yet there remains a brutish underbelly of toxic behavior that thrives elsewhere, especially on more lenient platforms like Kick.
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