TV
Mind Interrupted: The Horrifying Manipulation of Black Women’s Psyches
The traumatic spectacles of these transformations often reveal so little about the interiority of the fictional Black women who experience them.
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BitchWatch: 15 Shows Feminists Should Watch This Fall
This list has it all, from scary shows to calming ones.
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In “Emily in Paris,” Being Thin and White Is a Path to Success
Emily is yet another thin white woman who fails upward.
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Polish and Privilege: “RHONY” Illuminates the Class Divide in America
Extreme economic disparity in America is the problem. RHONY just makes it visible.
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Point/Counterpoint: The Emmys Made Minor Progress on Inclusion
We’re breaking down what the Emmys did well, and what needs more work.
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If “Selling Sunset” Is One Big Happy Family, What’s with the Sexism?
In Selling Sunset, once you join the family, you are free to pursue the golden dream–but that can come at a cost.
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In Season 2, “PEN15” Gets Real About Teenage Slut-Shaming
While the first season of PEN15 highlights teen girls’ sexuality, the second showcases the ways they’re punished for it.
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Jumping Boundaries: “The Bachelor” Rewards Red Flags in Relationships
In The Bachelor universe, men are encouraged to fight for love and to never give up.
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“Legend of Korra” Shows How to Navigate PTSD While Fighting Injustice
Legend of Korra shows TV viewers that it’s possible to manage trauma—even while continuing the fight for justice.
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Hustle & Glow: “P-Valley” Puts Black Southern Strippers in the Spotlight
The show is an expansive portrait of poverty, racism, misogyny and the Black Southern pride that pushes back against oppression.
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