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Ep. 51. The Birdcage Jul 17, 2018

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This week on the podcast we're talking about The Birdcage, and mostly how Val is a dick. Still, there's plenty else to talk about in this beloved film. Plus we celebrate Sandra Oh's recent Emmy nomination.

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Ep. 50. Ghostbusters (1984) Jul 10, 2018

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Busting makes us feel good! This week we're getting into the classic film Ghostbusters! Mostly Billy Murray is a dick and can someone consent to sex if they're possessed by a demon? We discuss! Also, discussion of Scarlett Johansson's casting as a trans man in an upcoming film.

Theme music: I'm Doing Just Fine- Sierra and the Radicals Twitter & IG: @podcastYFIP E-mail: problematicfavepodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 49. Thomas Jefferson Jul 03, 2018

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In honor of Independence Day here in the United States we're honoring (or dragging) yet another of our Founding Fathers as we dive into the legacy of Thomas Jefferson! SO MANY issues with slavery abound, but also his treatment of Native Americans and women. Bonus conversation of Lakeith Stanfield's homophobic freestyle.

Theme song: I'm Doing Just Fine by Sierra and the Radicals Twitter & IG: @podcastYFIP E-mail: problematicfavepodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 48. Arrested Development Jun 26, 2018

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This week we're digging into Arrested Development! Blatant racism, treatment of women, misrepresentation of polyamory, and so much more abound in this show. Plus, we discussed Nicki Minaj's recent, very problematic Elle interview.

Theme song: I'm Doing Just Fine- Sierra and the Radicals Twitter & IG: @podcastYFIP E-mail: problematicfavepodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 47. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Jun 22, 2018

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YER A PODCAST HARRY. This week on YFIP we're starting our series digging into the beloved books and movies, Harry Potter! Mostly the issues here are... all the adults maybe need to rethink how they treat children. But also conversations on symbolic racism, Jewish representation, and rampant child abuse. Plus we start our Harry Potter FMK series!

Theme song: I'm Doing Just Fine by Sierra and the Radicals Twitter & IG: @podcastYFIP E-mail: problematicfavepodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 46. Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy Jun 12, 2018

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WE'RE IN A GLASS CASE OF EMOTION. This week we dive in to the beloved film Anchorman! Can this absurdist comedy stand up to the test of time? Or is does it have a strange, unexpected feminist twist that no one saw coming. Listen to find out! Also, we discuss the online harassment of Kelly Marie Tran, toxic fandom, and how we just want mediocre queer romcoms.

Theme music: I'm Doing Just Fine by Sierra and the Radicals Twitter & IG: @podcastYFIP E-mail: problematicfavepodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 45. RENT May 08, 2018

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Everything is RENT! This week we're talking about the Broadway smash hit RENT. White male entitlement, toxic relationships, and so much more abound in this show! Also, Roger is the worst. Can this landmark musical hold up to a critical look? Plus bonus discussion on the accusations against Junot Diaz.

Theme song: I'm Doing Just Fine by Sierra and the Radicals Twitter & IG: @PodcastYFIP E-mail: problematicfavepodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 44. Westworld May 01, 2018

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White hat or Black hat? Dive in with us as we explore one of HBO's newest hits, Westworld! Violence against women, toxic masculinity, and problematic portrayals of native people abound. Is HBO self aware enough to make commentary on these issues, or are they dropping the ball (again)? Plus we discuss accusation of domestic violence levied at rapper Nas by his ex-wife Kelis.

Theme song: I'm Doing Just Fine by Sierra and the Radicals Twitter & IG: @podcastYFIP E-mail: problematicfavepodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 43. Early Disney Apr 24, 2018

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This week we return to our series on all things Disney covering content produced by the Walt Disney company from it's inception through 1959. Surprising no one, there are plenty of instances of racism and sexism. Does Disney's older content hold up? Also, we play FMK: Disney princess edition.

Theme song: I'm Doing Just Fine by Sierra and the Radicals Twitter & IG: @podcastYFIP E-mail: problematicfavepodcast@gmail.com

Ep. 42. Hip Hop Apr 17, 2018

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This week on YFIP we dive into the wide world of Hip Hop and the culture surrounding it! Toxic masculinity breeds sexism and homophobia, but is it really worse than any other music genre? Bonus discussion on the recent class action lawsuit Target settled over their use of criminal background checks as a means of discriminating against employees.

Theme song: I'm Doing Just Fine by Sierra and the Radicals Twitter & IG: @podcastYFIP E-mail: problematicfavepodcast@gmail.com

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