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Feb 2021
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Reality TV | 4. The Bachelor/Bachelorett...

Sony Music Entertainment
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The Bachelor and the Bachelorette have been on the air for nearly 20 years. Millions of people watch every episode. But have you ever wondered why it's still must-see TV -- given its problematic gender dynamics, its heteronormativity and its lack of diversity? In this episode, we dive into this problematic fave with people who know it well -- S2 Bachelor Aar ... Show More
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