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The Nine Lives of Charlie Sheen

August 20, 2012 in Celebrity, Entertainment, Film & TV, Health, Marriage, Relationships, Sex

I am going to tell you something that might shock you. I am a woman that enjoys watching misogynist shows such as Two and a Half Men and Anger Management. There’s no disputing that Charlie Sheen succeeds in comedy, he has over a million viewers to thank for that, but what Charlie sucks at is life. For the past 20 years, Charlie Sheen has allegedly assaulted, threatened, harassed, abused, and – in one incident – shot women. I in no way condone his behaviour, yet by watching his shows I realise I am contributing to the idea that this is [...]

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Ian Thorpe and Homosexuality: Is It Any Of Our Business?

August 14, 2012 in Current Affairs, Entertainment, Film & TV, News, People, Relationships, Sexuality, Society, Sport

Until Day 13 of the London Olympic Games, Ian Thorpe had won more gold medals in his career than his entire nation had managed at London 2012. Yet for some strange reason we treat Thorpe like we’ve forgotten he was a superstar of the pool just over a decade ago. I’m also baffled as to why Channel Nine chose Grant Hackett, who has not been short of a scandal in recent memory, to host the swimming commentary with NRL legend, Ray Warren. What is wrong with the Thorpedo? Is this just another case of tall poppy syndrome? I was pleased [...]

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The Circle Is Gone, But Is TV For Women Dead?

July 30, 2012 in Current Affairs, Film & TV, News

The Blogosphere and Twitterverse in Australia is buzzing about the Ten Network’s decision to axe The Circle today. Now, I’ve never watched The Circle, but from what I hear, it was a popular show that, although still a light “morning” program, a lot of people enjoyed watching, especially women. I feel sorry for the on-air team and all the behind-the-scenes staff who have lost their jobs – and the news that Ten is replacing this home-grown show with imported products is something I can never support – but I’m not going to claim that this is a sign that Australian [...]

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