Networks Setting Up Diverse Shows for Failure: A Phenomenon

In the midst of the garbage fire dumpster world we're living in at the moment, one good thing that came out of this year's Pride Month that I'd like to talk about was the renewal of the critically acclaimed show, One Day at a Time, which had been cancelled by Netflix earlier this year. ODAAT has found its new home on PopTV, in which episodes will air weekly instead of Netflix's binge-watch style.

If you've never heard of One Day at a Time, you are missing out. Based on the the 1970s sitcom of the same name (and produced by the same person, too!) ODAAT stars a Latinx family of color living out their lives, essentially one day at a time. With the rare combination of hilarity and poignancy, ODAAT manages to make you laugh even when you're crying; being fearless with tackling of modern social issues such as immigration, gun control, and LGBT rights inside a tightly scripted comedy that keeps you simultaneously entertained and educated.

Why Does Marvel Keep Half-Assing Their "Diversity?"

MILD SPOILERS FOR CAPTAIN MARVEL (2019).

Captain Marvel's theatrical debut this weekend marks the MCU's first female-led movie, and with an impressive $153m domestic opening and a $455m gross worldwide, its success proves, to nobody's surprise, that stories starring non-conventional protagonists can sell. Time and time again, box office juggernauts in the likes of Crazy Rich Asians and Marvel's own Black Panther last year have proven that diverse stories are not only marketable, but necessary for the future. Representation is a hugely important idea, in that people who historically have been erased and shunned within society can finally see themselves be celebrated and praised in media, breaking down stereotypes and inspiring future generations to come.

As an avid Marvel fan - not only that, but as a bisexual Chinese woman in a fanbase whose loudest and often judgiest voices are those of straight white men - I should be excited about Captain Marvel's success. And honestly, genuinely from the bottom of my heart, I am. But I cannot ignore the problems with Captain Marvel's so-called "diversity" - problems that are rooted in the MCU as a whole.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Midseason Finale

Hey everyone! I know this post is later than expected, but I figured I might as well include my thoughts on the midseason finale episodes of B99, as the show is going on hiatus. Also, I'm announcing that I'm going on indefinite hiatus as well. As Gina (who has finally returned!!!!) says, juggling things is hard, so you won't be seeing me for a while.

With that being said, let's get into what we've missed!

DC Crossover 2017: Thoughts

Warning: SPOILERS IF YOU HAVE NOT WATCHED.

Hey everyone! Happy 50th post! Like I promised last week, this week will be all things DCTV crossover, so let's get into it.

Andi Mack Season 2: Sunshine Show

Warning: SPOILERS IF YOU HAVE NOT WATCHED.

Hey everyone! First of all, I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving. I'm really excited to talk about what's been going on in Andi Mack, so let's get into it!

Jane the Virgin: What Works, and What Doesn't

Warning: SPOILERS IF YOU HAVE NOT WATCHED.

Hey everyone! I'm sorry for posting this a week late, but this week wasn't one of the greatest in my life. But I'm back now, and that's all that matters. Let's get into what we've missed on Jane the Virgin!

Arrow Season 6: A Perfect Balance

Warning: SPOILERS IF YOU HAVE NOT WATCHED.

Hey everyone! Arrow season 6 so far is what season 4 tried to be, and failed. Let's get into it!