comedy
In Season 2, “Shrill” Challenges Viewers—and Itself—on Fat Politics
Shrill’s sophomore season widens the show’s narrative to explore other areas of Annie’s life and identity.
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Yes, We Sketch Too: What “A Black Lady Sketch Show” Means for Comedy
Black women know how to create space for each other in a very special way. This show is a testament to that.
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Ride or Fly: “Tuca & Bertie” Offers a New Tail about Women’s Friendship
Stories about female friendships are often bookended by one or both of the friends experiencing a big life change and moving on.
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Douchebag Decree: No, Samantha Bee and Roseanne Barr Aren't the Same
Samantha Bee’s insult denigrates a person that she has contempt for; Roseanne Barr’s insult denigrates a people.
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On Our Radar—Feminist News Roundup: "Roseanne" is Canceled
ABC abruptly canceled Roseanne hours after Ms. Barr, the show’s star and co-creator, posted a racist tweet about Valerie Jarrett, former senior adviser to Barack Obama
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On Our Radar—Feminist News Roundup: The TSA is still searching Black women's hair
Despite reports in 2015 that the searches would stop, Black women continue to be targeted.
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Douchebag Decree: “The Simpsons” Addressed “The Problem with Apu” In the Worst Way Possible
Is there a worse way to respond to thoughtful criticism?
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Laughing Through Pain: A Documentary Side-eyes Tasteless Holocaust Jokes
Are there certain jokes that should never be told? That’s the central question of the new documentary The Last Laugh from director Ferne Pearlstein.
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One Angry Man: Amy Schumer's Kurt Metzger Problem
Schumer can hang out with Metzger on her own time, but if we want to watch her show without abetting rape culture, Schumer needs to provide us with a show that doesn’t have Kurt Metzger in it.
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Cameron Esposito Explains Why Supporting Reproductive Rights Makes Sense for Everyone
Planned Parenthood has been facing a lot of silly attacks recently. So it’s nice to hear comedian Cameron Esposito... Read more »
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