A new encyclopedia explores representations of people of color in American television. Co-editor Stephanie Troutman Robbins discusses Blackness on TV here.
Lori Harwood-Arizona •
futurity
March 4, 2022
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~8 min
When a fictional female journalist appears on screen, chances are she's about to sleep with one of her sources. This trope can have real-life consequences.
Alisson Clark-Florida •
futurity
June 15, 2021
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~5 min
Characters in children's television shows can shape kids' opinions and preferences, but STEM programming largely leave Latinx and female characters out.
Caroline Brooks-Michigan State •
futurity
Oct. 19, 2020
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~4 min