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As the world changes, misogynists dig in their heels: Institutional change and individual misogyny in 'Ink Master'

As the world changes, misogynists dig in their heels: Institutional change and individual misogyny in 'Ink Master'

The female form when presented in a manner that is not for the explicit purpose of male consumption is disgusting to insecure men. But perhaps this ‘disgust’ is a cover for their true reaction: fear. To those who prefer to see us as inferior, one-dimensional, and seek to supress us, to be confronted with the complexities and depth of women and queer people, capable far beyond our patriarchally-assigned role, is nothing short of terrifying.

By Elio Wilder (they/them)

Diversity and Inclusion in Netflix’s Bridgerton: A Hit or a Miss?

Diversity and Inclusion in Netflix’s Bridgerton: A Hit or a Miss?

Is the show’s diversity and inclusion representation fair and sufficient, or does it need significant improvement?  

By Tatiana Parkhomova (she/her)

Is it queerbaiting or are you perpetuating heteronormativity?

Is it queerbaiting or are you perpetuating heteronormativity?

Valid criticism of actual queer-baiting has been replaced by the perpetuation of heteronormativity and the harassment of individuals. This piece is an examination of several much-discussed examples of queer-baiting and whether or not the label is warranted.

By Elio Wilder (them/them)

From ‘Wifey’ to ‘Villain’: Reviewing the Bachelor Binary

From ‘Wifey’ to ‘Villain’: Reviewing the Bachelor Binary

“I wonder if we will ever see a type of mainstream reality TV that doesn’t regress back to archaic stereotypes which reduce women to mere caricatures.”

By Miranda Park (she/her)