On the latest episode of CWTFB Radio’s #WEAKestOfTheWeek, the hosts tackled an online controversy surrounding a Facebook user named Leon Dawn, who sparked backlash after numerically rating women’s appearances based on a viral video.
Content creator Mike D, known for his engaging social media presence, had posted a lighthearted video capturing the “let out” scene outside Memoir, an R&B event venue. The footage showed various women enjoying themselves after a night out, with no intention of being judged or scrutinized.
However, Leon Dawn took it upon himself to screenshot moments from the video and assign numerical ratings to the women’s appearances—an action the CWTFB hosts found deeply problematic.
The hosts broke down why Dawn’s actions crossed the line:
- The women did not consent to being rated.
- Screenshots from videos often distort reality, capturing people in unflattering moments.
- Many of the women may have been under the influence after a night out, making it even more inappropriate.
- The ratings appeared to show signs of colorism, with lighter-skinned women receiving higher scores.
While reviewing the ratings, the hosts acknowledged that some images weren’t flattering—but that only reinforced their point: judging people based on a single screenshot is unfair and misleading.
Beyond critiquing the act of rating strangers, the CWTFB team turned the lens on Leon Dawn himself. Looking up his own appearance, they questioned why he felt qualified to judge others in such a public and demeaning way. They also pointed out an alleged contradiction—Dawn reportedly dates a white woman, which the hosts found hypocritical given his apparent harshness toward Black women in his rankings.
More broadly, they expressed concerns that this type of behavior could discourage women from engaging with creators like Mike D in the future. Instead of fostering a fun, positive space, unnecessary scrutiny could make people hesitant to participate in social content.
At the core of the discussion, the CWTFB hosts emphasized that public criticism of women’s appearances—especially without consent—contributes to toxic online culture. They made it clear that Leon Dawn’s actions weren’t just unnecessary but damaging, not only to the women he rated but also to content creators like Mike D who simply want to highlight Boston’s nightlife in a positive way.
As social media continues to blur the lines between content creation and personal privacy, the message from CWTFB Radio is loud and clear: some behavior just doesn’t belong in the culture.
