Television

“We need a hero, courageous sacrificing people, setting examples for all of us. Everybody loves a hero, people line up for 'em, cheer for them, scream their names, and years later tell how they stood in the rain for hours just to get a glimpse of the one who told them to hold on a second longer. I believe there’s a hero in all of us, that keeps us honest, gives us strength, makes us noble.  Read More »

These days, following a newly born interest back into the world of science fiction television (I spent some days in junior high days with ST: Next Generation). I have been reflecting, from my feminist podium (see Mere Women 1, 2, and 3) on the portrayal of women in this genre.  Read More »

I would just like to comment on a social trend that I have noticed over the years. For a short period of time following my undergraduate education, I moved back in with my family to build a savings account and lay a foundation for my career, without having to worry about unemployment.  Read More »

We have all seen Saturday Night Live's hilarious presidential election spoofs. Who doesn't crack up when they think about how much Tina Fey and Sarah Palin look alike?  Read More »

Just when you thought the media infiltration in America couldn't get any worse...it has. SURPRISE! According to the Washington Post, a study has found that the shorter network commercial breaks are, the more apt we are to keep watching. DUH! Like a six year old couldn't have told you that?  Read More »

Would you and the other millions of viewers like you tune into the Sopranos every week if it wasn’t filled with boobs every time that Tony is in the strip club or is cheating on his wife? That is a good question, and one that should be asked but seldom is. When does “Sex on TV” go too far? How much sex is needed to make a drama or any show more interesting?  Read More »

I’m sitting at my computer watching season 2 of Frisky Dingo laughing my ass off and I decide to take a break. Then it hits me: I watch a lot of cartoons. My iPod is filled with Aqua Teen Hunger Force and Venture Bros, I’ve downloaded the 2 seasons of Dilbert, and I find myself watching the cartoons I liked when I was a kid.  Read More »

Having had the television on all weekend, I noticed that many commercials are now all in Spanish. I am watching basic cable here, not the Spanish speaking channels. From the images on the commercials I can understand what product they are advertising, but their presence as interruptions for all English programming is quite alarming.  Read More »