The Rest Is Entertainment Leave Ariana Grande Alone
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Dec 10, 2024 The podcast dives into the intense scrutiny facing Ariana Grande, focusing on the disturbing trend of body shaming in the media. It raises questions about the toxic culture surrounding female celebrity appearances. A TikTok grandma aiming for the Christmas number one adds a fun twist to holiday music discussions. Listener polls reveal Britain’s favorite Christmas songs and Quality Street chocolates, sparking lively debates. Nostalgia for classic tunes resurfaces, contrasting with the changing landscape of what Christmas hits truly mean today.
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Body Shaming's Resurgence
- Media's focus on Ariana Grande's appearance during the Wicked press tour reignites the discussion on body shaming.
- This echoes past scrutiny of female celebrities, suggesting the problem never truly disappeared.
History Repeating
- Marina Hyde recalls writing about similar body shaming issues 21 years ago.
- A recent Daily Mail headline exemplifies the fake concern used to disguise harmful narratives.
Media Accountability
- The media's awareness of body image issues contrasts with its continued harmful practices.
- This lack of accountability stems from the industry's awareness of the issue's harm.
