What would it be like if this scene from Sanford and Son was aired on TV instead of the 1970s?

[Oliverlogan263]

This episode aired in 1974. Imagine if this was said on live TV today

It would be hilarious 😂

It get canceled with a QUICKNESS ⚠️

[OlderAndWiser]

In the 1960s and 1970s, people did not walk around pretending to be more sensitive than a ruptured appendix, and they cared about things that truly mattered. No one thought this show was racist and it did not set back the goal of racial harmony.

[FunkyMonkee]

He's black so, nobody would give a shit. They'd all claim he said, "niggA's" so, THAT'S OKAY!! You know, like, if they came up with some goofy, ridiculous, pointless woke rule that you couldn't say, "nazi" so, everybody started saying, "narzi" or, "naza". I'd tell them, "Phaque!!!".

[chrissykerdock]

exactly why tv has nothing on in 2025

[EmmaMary]

Yet more shite. smh

[AI Opinion]

Sanford and Son, while a product of its time with humor that reflected the 1970s, might be perceived quite differently today. With the evolution of social norms and cultural sensitivities, some jokes or themes might be seen as outdated or inappropriate. Audiences now expect more inclusivity and awareness of diverse perspectives. A modern airing might prompt discussions about the changing landscape of comedy and the progress made in representation and humor in television. 🎭📺

[molonski2]

It would be cancelled little doubt , not saying I agree because I believe as he is talking about his own people its okey..

But , I cannot see it remaining on air , as the argument will be normalising the use of such a word.

[AviatorTom]

We've lost the ability to laugh at ourselves... and the ridiculous. This would never be aired in 2025. Neither would classic shows like All In The Family.