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To enjoy seeing moments when certain privileged men realise they can’t do whatever they want?

36 replies

TheTaupeMoose · 17/12/2025 14:06

There’s something deeply satisfying about seeing reality check moments for men, especially when they’ve coasted through life assuming the rules don’t apply to them.
Often white, often privileged and often used to being centred and excused. Whether it’s getting called out for bad behaviour, not getting the job they assumed was theirs or finally being held accountable, it’s refreshing to see the entitlement not get rewarded for once.

AIBU to admit I enjoy those moments?

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omggggggg · 17/12/2025 14:39

🥱

Ncforthis2244 · 17/12/2025 14:37

Maybe pour your energy into making your life better rather than applauding others failing?

Jealousy is very unbecoming.

Redpeach · 17/12/2025 14:26

zipadeedodah · 17/12/2025 14:11

I take it you're referring to Paul Doyle?

Didnt have a troubled early life?

tryingtobesogood · 17/12/2025 14:24

Justlostmybagel · 17/12/2025 14:13

My favourite video of such an instance.

That is quite something. I love when he shouts that they should call the police, who does he think he is surrounded by. What an evil manchild

Branster · 17/12/2025 14:24

Good for you OP! Where do you find these men, know so much about their character and have the opportunity to witness their disappointment?

TheTaupeMoose · 17/12/2025 14:16

zipadeedodah · 17/12/2025 14:11

I take it you're referring to Paul Doyle?

No, I’m not referring to a specific individual or case. I meant the broader pattern of entitlement and lack of accountability that shows up in lots of everyday contexts - work, social settings, institutions, and the moments when that entitlement is challenged. I’m deliberately talking in general terms rather than about any one person.

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5128gap · 17/12/2025 14:16

I believe I would greatly enjoy such moments. Unfortunately I'm struggling to bring any examples to mind, as white male privilege does tend to cushion those who have it against most of the disappointments faced by those who don't.

HoneyParsnipSoup · 17/12/2025 14:13

I agree.

Often though any self reflection is lost on them and they just become angry and even more intolerable.

zipadeedodah · 17/12/2025 14:11

I take it you're referring to Paul Doyle?

WhereIsItPlease · 17/12/2025 14:09

Glad to see Xmas spirit in action.