Abuse

I probably would have agreed with you 5 days ago.. but I think it’s going to get better.. hang in there. Let’s all work together to make this a positive hate free zone 🖤

Totally agree with everything you've said Christine. I've been thinking about leaving Patreon now. I rarely comment, but liked reading them and seeing respectful discussions on Indian cinema and culture. Now there seems to be some argumentative comments causing conflicts. Love the channel but it's becoming a toxic place like other social media platforms unfortunately.

Rosie

Hi. I am not super new here but a little bit newer, I joined in the last few months. I want to just speak to my own experience... the comments that have been happening on some of these videos are really hostile. I don't feel comfortable joining discussions and just enjoying the videos like they are intended for with other users at times because there are folks just taking issue with things that are not usually even our decisions to make, making requests is one thing but if the answer is not what you like we should leave it there, not try to force the issue... and I am seeing users even trailing other users to other videos to continue discussions that have nothing to do with those videos. What I am personally witnessing seems like bullying bc ppl can't even enjoy existing in this space if that's how it is. The videos are meant to be about the songs and the reactions and people are making the discussions about what they feel is more important to them and I just feel like that is not right. Even if it is important to you you're taking something from other people to have what you want. I am of Indian descent but did not grow up in India. I am getting the impression that the different regions have very strong cultural identities and that representation is important. But when this takes over other people's decision making more than requesting things in a positive way, or when others are begging for people to drop an argument about literally one comment that isn't going anywhere and they totally refuse, or when there are just all these fingers being pointed at people, well, how is that a safe space anymore... and there is no room for anyone else. And I'm seeing a lot of people just accusing each other of being rude, condescending, etc. and saying why can't we just say our respectful opinions. I actually love hearing people's opinions and seeing the things people care about, constructive feedback is great... but so much stuff being said is NOT being respectfully made. If you have that many people responding badly then sometimes you should question if you are doing something wrong. There is a difference between saying "I would like to see this happen" and whatever is happening here. You can say "I feel this way" without talking to people like they are an idiot. Some people are totally over the line in how you should talk to people. It honestly made me question if I should really even be here. I say this bc I see posts now that I normally would WANT to talk to and engage with but I now have to choose not to bc I don't want to accidentally start an argument or engage with a bully. I'm waiting for this whole thing to die down. I should not feel this way in a place I'm paying to be in. Please try to be more empathetic to whoever you are talking to. Not everything is intended to be taken so seriously and I feel like ppl are mad at how some things are in the world and taking it out on the wrong people. We are just folks online trying to enjoy life.

Christine C.

The reason violent history was brought up was because “language hooligans” and other names were used when Tamil patreons simply asked for a Tamil poll given the demographic size. Comments like this triggers the same feelings that we experienced in the past. Hence, the violent history was brought up. Please also note the Tamil oppression is still ongoing in Sri Lanka where I’m referring to. We’re still living through it. This isn’t a competition on violent histories, just trying to give more clarity as to why it’s been brought up. I resisted mentioning it for a while actually because it’s very personal but like Divya said, it was to hope that people who aren’t familiar with this kind of passion that Tamils have to perhaps understand, even if it was just a little, why these things were mentioned. anyways, i truly don’t understand why this has blew up to this level when it just started as a feedback given to korbin which he clearly listened to and implemented some changes (thanks again, Korbin💛). Our request was based on facts - that the demographic is large enough to warrant a poll at least every other month. If we were still a very small percentage, we wouldn’t be asking this, but others seem to not understand this (or choose not to) no matter how much explanation is given. Rick and korbin have also both been discussing this topic as well in videos so it’s not just random. I’m sure it’s not your intention but saying “this is supposed to be a reaction channel” is the kind of comments that can be interpreted wrongly. this is very much the appropriate place to discuss such topics. If Rick and korbin want to get a full understanding of why language divisiveness is a thing (which they did, both publicly and privately to certain members), then providing such info is important🙂

Api

Please don’t tell me what to do. I have been one of those silent observers who has seen and read each and every comment made here since last week. So I am aware of everything and also what I meant to say. No one’s comparing anything and I am the least affected by any decisions made here and if it gets changed or otherwise, which is why I deliberately chose not to be a part of this debate although I had a lot to add to that. What I meant is that a lot of us have troubled and violent histories but this is probably not the best place to discuss all that. This is supposed to be a reaction channel where people come to get entertained and may be share their cultures and not engage in socio cultural debates. You may disagree but I couldn’t care less. Anyway I have said what I had to say and won’t be indulging in any further discussion with anyone who chooses not to see a simple point being made. Peace out & you have yourself a blessed day ahead.

Diya Bhattacharya

I come from a place where my ancestors had to flee twice just to stay alive - once from their country (Bangladesh) because of their religion and later from their second home (Assam) because of their language. We really know the feelings associated with traumatic violent pasts and what protecting one’s unique identity costs at times. We also know what being refugee feels like and much more. So, yeah can understand the root cause of such debates but would still like to see this community staying more focused on the original goal of this channel and the reactions being enjoyed and discussed in a peaceful and respectful manner.

Diya Bhattacharya