Podcast slammed over autism remarks

BusinessWorld Online

Three Philippine senators condemned a podcast host for making offensive remarks about a child with autism, calling for an end to ableist behavior in public discourse. The podcast, Machong Chismisan, deleted the episode after backlash, and its production company terminated its contract with the show. The senators emphasized the need for content standards and accountability on digital platforms to prevent discrimination.

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