This Week in Sparkling Water
M. Joakim Eriksson
216. The Cancellation Policy
216. The Cancellation Policy
216. The Cancellation Policy
Monday 30th June 2025
Explore the intricate relationship between humor and affinity, how cancellations affect perceptions, and the emotional ties in family and career life.
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49 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Affinity influences humor perception.
- Cancellations can alter admiration.
- Sobriety insights from comedians.
- Family ties vs. work connections.
- Navigating service industry challenges.
It's so hard to feel like you felt affinity for someone and to realize that they are a terrible person.
In this week's episode of 'This Week in Sparkling Water,' host Joakim Eriksson delves into the intriguing relationship between affinity and humor. He reflects on how positive feelings towards someone often correlate with finding them funny, a phenomenon that many people might experience but rarely discuss. Joakim shares his personal journey of finding humor in a comedian he initially found unlikable, only to develop an appreciation for his podcast and comedic work over time.
The episode then transitions into a discussion about the impact of cancellation on perception. Joakim recounts how a comedian he admired was eventually canceled due to allegations of misconduct. This revelation led him to re-evaluate his feelings and affinity towards the comedian, highlighting the complex emotions involved when someone admired is exposed for wrongdoing. Joakim also touches upon the topic of sobriety, emphasizing the role comedians play in discussing sobriety in an engaging manner.
He shares how listening to comedians talk about their journey in sobriety aided him during his early sobriety days. The conversation shifts to family dynamics, where Joakim reflects on the emotional connections formed with coworkers versus family members. He candidly discusses the guilt and emotional complexity of feeling more connected to those he interacts with daily than to his own family in Sweden.
Lastly, Joakim explores the challenges faced in the service industry, drawing parallels between the search for the perfect restaurant job and the broader quest for meaningful connections in life. He concludes with an introspective reflection on the importance of reconnecting with family, underscoring the episode's emotional depth and authenticity. Overall, this episode offers a captivating mix of humor, introspection, and emotional exploration, providing listeners with a thought-provoking journey through personal and societal challenges.