VMF: Rad Bromance
Happy Friday! Today’s VMF: a parody of Lady Gaga’s Bad Romance: Rad Bromance.
I’m not gonna lie, I hate jerky people. And yes, it seems that there is an archtype of jerky college guys: the bro. And yes, I have made fun of bros and bromances. But you know, back in the day (like the 18th-19th century day) close male heteosexual relationships weren’t looked down upon. Why do we have to demonize them now? I mean, there’s that line about how they talk about feelings, and they make fun of this? Look, masculinity is tough enough on men, but do we have to keep enforcing it?
I laughed, though. Not gonna lie :-s
UPDATE ON GROSSMAN: Okay, the last vid is taking longer than usual- I’ve been kind of out of wack for the past few days. It’s looking like Monday.
VMF: Every Sperm is Sacred
I think today’s Video Madness Friday should be big and grand. So what shall I choose? Hmmm…how about the fantastic musical number “Every Sperm is Sacred” from Monty Python’s The Meaning of Life? Yes, indeed!
I love the Chinese dragon at the end. Truly epic. Much love to you, Monty Python.
“You’re Teaching My Child What?” Video Review Part 3!
The long awaited third part of my review series has arrived- dishing out the goods about Grossman’s sexual orientation and gender identity arguments.
Stay tuned for the fourth and final part; I promise this one will come faster!
VMF: The Dan Band does “Single Ladies”
After last week’s VMF totally slipped my mind (no idea why, so so sorry :/), I have a new one for you this week!
This week: The Dan Band performs the dance to Beyonce’s “Single Ladies.” The Dan Band does a lot of covers of songs women sing (Genie in a Bottle, You Oughta Know), and when I first saw this vid, I was amazed at how good these guys were at the dance! Of course, The Dan Band isn’t the first to have men performing the dance- everyone saw the SNL parody as well.
It’s really an empowering song for women, and I just love doing the “reverse-the-gender” thought experiment.
It’s interesting to see what happens when gender gets switched around, isn’t it? I’m not sure whether you could call this a parody or more of a tribute. I’ve seen a few of their other vids, and I don’t feel like they’re making fun…so I’ll go with tribute, or “different interpretation,” or something. Your thoughts?
UPDATE ON YTMCW REVIEW: Don’t worry, I haven’t forgotten about them! Part 3 will be coming in the next few days, cross my heart!
Also, if YOU know of any cool YouTube (or other video-sharing site) videos that would make for a great VMF, drop me an email (see upper right for the link) and let me know! Thanks guys <3
“You’re Teaching My Child What?” Video Review Part 2!
Part two is here! About five minutes shorter with fewer “ums” and “uhs,” with the addition of “just woke up in the afternoon” hair…yay!
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“You’re Teaching My Child What?” Video Review Part 1!
The time has finally come! My video review of Miriam Grossman’s You’re Teaching My Child What? is finally here. I had so many notes on the book, and I ramble a little bit, so the video is about 20 minutes long. It might be a good idea to press “play,” then press “pause” to let it load, then go and get a snack, or play some Solitaire, or sing “Don’t Stop Believing.” I promise that subsequent parts will be shorter.
Also, sorry about that mediocre video quality. It was my first time uploading video of any important length onto the internet. Also, forgive me for all of the “ums” and “uhs.” I tried to be eloquent, but wasn’t always so 
Stay tuned for part 2!
VMF: Born in the Wrong Body
Welcome back to another wonderful Video Madness Friday!
Today’s post, a poignant portrayal of a transgendered person in a song called “Born in the Wrong Body.” This girl is really good- she’s making fun of some of her commenters at the start of the video, but then the song…well, you’ll see
By the way, an update on my first vlog: I have to do it very soon, as my quarter is ending, and I have to return the book soon. So be prepared, sit tight…it’s coming! <3
Poll Time: Getting Personal
Readers, I need your advice.
A recurring theme that I have noticed in this debate is the personal story. Oftentimes, people will tell their story relating to sexuality and their education as part of their argument. Sometimes, these stories can be very persuasive and moving. At other times, telling personal details give away bias. For example, in You’re Teaching My Child What?, Miriam Grossman mentions the she is an Orthodox Jew that supports abstinence-only sex education. Although she tries to argue from a standpoint of public health, her bias still shows often in her arguments, and had she never mentioned that, her arguments may have come off better.
I have my story, already written out, prepared for a blog post one day. I am not sure whether that day should come. On one hand, I feel that sharing my story will give the readers a better idea of why I argue the way that I do, and perhaps have that very moving and persuasive effect.
At the same time, sexuality is such a personal issue, it’s impossible for anyone to truly argue about sexuality in an unbiased manner, as everyone has their own experiences. Sometimes people talk about sexuality from such a clinical and distant place, when it is really part of us all. So why not?
Still, in my Buddhist studies that I have been doing, I have been encouraged by my teacher to not share the story, so as to not create pity and suffering for others. I also don’t want to ruin my credibility.
So that’s it, readers. Should I tell my personal experience, or should I remain impersonally attached, as far as this blog goes?
Comments would also be appriciated
New Page: The Treatise
The Treatise. Sounds almost like a Revolution-era action movie title, doesn’t it?
With my final exam week being…well, right now, I’ve been slow on the posting. However, I do have a treat for you, my dear readers. I wanted to set out my current feelings and beliefs about sex education- what is necessary, what needs to be included, and so on- in a simple and straightforward page (located in the tabs above, or here, for your convenience) for everyone to read, enjoy, evaluate, and understand.
Keep in mind, though, that I am a college undergraduate, and while I have been reading and researching sex education for a few years now, my ideas are a part of a work in progress. To be successful, I need you- yes, you!- to help me out. Whether you are one of my friends reading this blog, or a complete stranger searching for something about Avatar or Mean Girls that ended up here, I need you to comment- help me find the flaws in my argument, help me figure out what could fly all over the country. I want this word to be everywhere because, well, I am 19 years old, I love human sexuality, and I’d like to think that I truly define and redefine what abstinence-plus for teenagers is- not just a passing reference, and not a vehicle for fear, but a comprehensive approach that has the opportunity to challenge damaging ideas and help to shape healthy lifestyles.
Because everyone should be able to have fantastic, amazing, out-of-this-world sex with few worries and with well-refined decision making skills- even if it means waiting for a bit, or if you are seventeen years old.
Controversial I might be, but I hope to capture reality in my arguments. That’s why I need you- from all over the country, all different backgrounds, to help me. If you have friends that may be able to give just a little bit of input, simply share this blog and my treatise with them, as they are constantly in flux, and they will continue to be refined until I have something as close to perfection as possible. In fact, I am placing an email address at which you can contact me, in case you have something to say that is not quite right for the comment section, in the sidebar. I will no longer stand for fear and/or ignorance being taught in schools everywhere. I intend to change this world for the better. Better freedom, better sexual health, better physical health, better emotional health by far, better choices, better childhoods, better lives.
That’s the meaning of fearfree.
VMF: If Sex Ed PSA’s Were Realistic
Hello again, all! Sorry about the lack of posting…yeah, it’s finals time. BUT…I do have…this week’s Video Madness Friday!
A little while back, I found this video- If Sex Ed PSA’s Were Realistic. It made my life, but by the way, this one may or may not be SFW…
Joy to be had by all. Have a lovely weekend!
