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Justin Bieber's redemption arc: Is it too late now to say sorry?

q's pop culture panel weighs in on this week's hot button headlines from the world of art and entertainment.
Artists on Paris attacks, Charlie Sheen's HIV outing, Justin Bieber's redemption arc.

q's pop culture panel — Esquire columnist Stephen MarcheRachel Giese of Chatelaine and Slate music critic Carl Wilson — weighs in on this week's hot button headlines from the world of art and entertainment.

At issue today:

  • The artistic response to Paris attacks, and the cultural impact of ISIS. Is this really a clash of civilizations — or should we be wary of framing the story that way? 
  • The ethics of outing Charlie Sheen's HIV status. The actor's forced confession raises tricky and uncomfortable questions. 
  • Justin Bieber is back with Purpose. As the Canadian megastar transitions from teen pop to adult pop, is he changing his narrative, and raising expectations?