John Davidson
Mentioned in 5 analyzed podcast episodes across 5 shows
Filmmaker and Tourette's syndrome activist whose documentary 'I Swear' explores his lived experience with the condition. He became the subject of widespread podcast discussion following a controversial moment at the BAFTA Awards ceremony, where an involuntary outburst of racial slurs sparked significant debate about accessibility, disability representation, and appropriate responses to involuntary speech.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Fresh Air · Mar 5, 2026
Delroy Lindo is claiming victory
“BAFTA audience member with Tourette's syndrome who shouted racial slur during ceremony”
IndieWire: Screen Talk · Feb 27, 2026
Paramount Trumps Netflix in Warner Bros. Sale; BAFTA’s Complex Controversy; Anticipating the Actor Awards
“Subject of film 'I Swear' whose Tourette's syndrome caused controversial moment at BAFTAs”
Kermode & Mayo’s Take · Feb 26, 2026
What did Mark make of the BAFTAs?
“Filmmaker with Tourette's syndrome at center of BAFTA controversy”
Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay · Feb 24, 2026
The N-Word at the BAFTAs, Producing R. Kelly, and Gavin Newsom Backlash: Fair or Unfair?
“Tourette's syndrome activist and film inspiration who shouted racial slurs during BAFTA awards ceremony, sparking major debate”
Newshour · Feb 23, 2026
Violence unleashed in Mexico after death of drug lord
“Tourette's Syndrome campaigner featured in film 'I Swear'; involuntary racial slur at BAFTAs sparked accessibility debate”