Throughout this semester it seems that every time I turn on my T.V. I am first checking the History channel. Now, I have always been interested in history in general, but until recently have not spent hardly any time watching the History Channel. If you are one that is not a fan of history you are probably bored with this post already, but give me a chance! Many of the shows on the channel are played out sort of like a movie, or more like a documentary. They show reenactments of actual historical events. My newfound entertainment leaves me pulling myself from the T.V. when it is time to go to class. It really can be that entertaining AND educational! My favorite show right now is called "The Men Who Built America." It is a series that reenacts the lives of some of the most influential men to this country. It is extremely interesting and I recommend at least giving it a shot. The worst thing that can happen is that you learn something. It airs Tuesdays at 8 o'clock. If you are into something more modern there is always Pawn Stars and American Pickers. I have enjoyed many episodes of both and even took a day trip to Le Claire, Iowa to the Pickers' shop. So, if you're looking for something entertaining to watch and don't mind a little education too tune into the History Channel! If you have basic cable such as we have on campus it is channel 43. Give it a shot, you might learn something interesting AND important!
Molly
Friday, December 14, 2012
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Body Image and the Media
You may know that the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show aired last night and you may have even watched it. I myself watched it like I have several times. While I enjoy the show and its entertainment, I know that some feel it presents issues of body imagine and self esteem. For example, I know some people that believe that the models in the show are unrealistic in the way that they look and that that causes a negative affect on young women's view of themselves. This may have truth, but personally I have a different experience.
I have been looking at Victoria's Secret Magazines since I was a pre-teen and have seen the fashion show for about the past five years. From the beginning I have admired the models for their beauty and bodies. In the past few years I have come to admire them for much more. Through several interviews and television appearances, as a couple examples, I have learned much more about many of these women. From what I can tell these women are intelligent, optimistic, and have a confidence that I wish all women could have. I admire them for all of of these things and more. They quite often inspire me in many different and positive ways.
Seeing the models has never made me feel like I need to starve myself or do anything else drastic and negative.
What is your stance on this topic? I am interested in other personal experiences.
Molly
I have been looking at Victoria's Secret Magazines since I was a pre-teen and have seen the fashion show for about the past five years. From the beginning I have admired the models for their beauty and bodies. In the past few years I have come to admire them for much more. Through several interviews and television appearances, as a couple examples, I have learned much more about many of these women. From what I can tell these women are intelligent, optimistic, and have a confidence that I wish all women could have. I admire them for all of of these things and more. They quite often inspire me in many different and positive ways.
Seeing the models has never made me feel like I need to starve myself or do anything else drastic and negative.
What is your stance on this topic? I am interested in other personal experiences.
Molly
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