Comedian Arj Barker Faces Backlash for Ejecting Breastfeeding Mother from Melbourne Show

Arj Barker defended his decision, citing the need for an uninterrupted performance, as the incident at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival sparks debate on mothers' rights and audience etiquette.

During a performance at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, comedian Arj Barker asked a mother and her baby to leave, stating the baby's noises were disrupting the show.
The mother, Trish Faranda, was breastfeeding her 7-month-old at the time and felt humiliated by the ejection.
Barker's action has led to discussions about the rights of mothers to attend public events with their infants and the expectations of audience behavior.
Some audience members exited the show in solidarity with Faranda, while online opinions are divided on the appropriateness of bringing young children to such events.
Australian politician Ellen Sandell and others have voiced support for Faranda, emphasizing the challenges faced by breastfeeding mothers in public spaces.