#4: Scandals & Idols

Opening: Epik High – Wordkill

The Topic

What do you feel defines a scandal?

• Are they major incidents or do minor infractions count as well?
• What mitigating factors result in something being called a scandal?
• Do you think the term is being overused?

Why do you think so many idols risk getting caught breaking the rules?

• Is it human nature to do so (i.e. puberty, sex drive, etc.)
• Are they rebelling against the corporate binds that tie them?
• Do you think that J-Pop idols should get the same slack that K-Pop idols get when it comes to dating and “relations”?

What are your thoughts on fan reactions to scandals?

• Are there too many over the top, OMG THE WORLD IS ENDING reactions?
• Does social media have a role in how people react to the news about their favorite idols getting into hot water?
• Have there been so many reactions that you just don’t give a damn anymore & want everyone to shut the fuck up?

Ending – Village People – Macho Man