How long have you been waiting to use the word philatelic***

straight guy in the house boat who Rebecca hangs out with for one episode didn't rustle anyone's jimmies the same way.

Did you say you've started at least five threads about this season of Ted Lasso? I'm not sure if any show is bad enough to justify that much effort.

There seem to be a lot of people who are ok with gay people existing just so long as they don't have to see them. And that may not be you, but it's a lot of people complaining about the show in these threads. So many of the comments are, "I have no problem with gay people, but why do I have to see them on television???" Their discomfort makes them angry and their anger makes them want someone to blame, hence the whole "It's an agenda." Rather than get mad at the television, they should consider why it makes them so uncomfortable in the first place. But something tells me introspection is not their strong suit.

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May 25, 2023, 10:46 AM

What do I tell a friend who is upset with the forced gay plot lines in the latest season of Ted Lasso?

First, it's important to understand why your friend is upset. Are they uncomfortable with the idea of gay characters in general? Or do they feel like the show is trying to be too woke? Once you understand their perspective, you can start to have a more productive conversation.

If your friend is uncomfortable with the idea of gay characters, you can try to explain to them that gay people are just like everyone else. They deserve to be represented in the media just as much as anyone else. You can also point out that Ted Lasso is a show that is all about love and acceptance. It would be hypocritical for the show to preach these values while excluding gay people.

If your friend feels like the show is trying to be too woke, you can explain that the writers are simply trying to reflect the world around us. More and more people are coming out as gay, and it's important for the media to reflect this reality. You can also point out that the gay storyline in Ted Lasso is handled in a very sensitive and respectful way.

Ultimately, the best way to talk to your friend about this is to be open and understanding. Listen to their concerns and try to see things from their perspective. If you can do that, you'll be more likely to have a productive conversation.

Here are some specific things you can say to your friend:

*- "I understand that you're uncomfortable with the gay plot lines in Ted Lasso. I want you to know that I respect your opinion, but I also think it's important to have these kinds of stories represented in the media."
*- "Gay people are just like everyone else. They deserve to be represented in the media just as much as anyone else."
*- "Ted Lasso is a show that is all about love and acceptance. It would be hypocritical for the show to preach these values while excluding gay people."
*- "The gay storyline in Ted Lasso is handled in a very sensitive and respectful way. I think you'll be surprised at how much you enjoy it if you give it a chance."

It's also important to remember that you may not be able to change your friend's mind. That's okay. All you can do is try to have a respectful conversation and explain your own perspective. If your friend is still not comfortable with the show, that's their decision.

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Next week, on a Very Special Ted Lasso…*sigh*

I'm a couple episodes back. But it's really fallen off a

Re: I'm a couple episodes back. But it's really fallen off a

I’m curious to see if Severance can keep it going or if

Yah. Kind of the Matrix thing. Once the story is out...***

My go to examples for went on too long and stopped just

Justified was good to the last drop.

It’s exactly what we predicted.

ProGrEsSiVLaNd, the horror.***

What's wrong with Flo protecting all your bundles?***

Gays should be offended by the latest episode.

You are really grasping at straws to hate the show because

You’re smarter than this overly-simple hot take.***

Maybe I am not. I just don't get the hate, especially when

I mostly enjoyed this last episode

The gay storylines are feel-good & positivity too...***

True. And just as poorly executed as the rest this season.

Zava was weird BUT if you know soccer, it is based off

It was like they did all that purely to work in Rebecca's

"Uber-gay plot lines" is quite the stretch

And speaking of, dubyateeeff happened to the therapist?!?

Just the opposite of hate. IF the biographies are to be

Re: You are really grasping at straws to hate the show because

Haven't seen the latest episode yet, but if you have

Wildly incongruent writing without purpose is the horror

Then it's not the "progressiveland" that's hurting the show

No, it absolutely is.

Oh geez, the horror. And no, it wasn't that far out of left

This is the truly sad part of it.

I have said the show should've ended after Season 2

I’ve posted about the show taking a terrible negative

I was in the only one I saw...so yes, I did jump in.***

Actually, seems to be you just have a problem with gays.

Congrats. You found a lost saying exactly what I’ve been

Like I said, literally the only one I saw and hopped in.

Ok, well I’m happy to assure you

I never said that or thought that.

Re: Wildly incongruent writing without purpose is the horror

Looking at the world through your lenses must absolutely

It's funny to picture Hollywood executives as some

Are you saying

And will boss get a new Iphone 14?***

They're definitely leaning in to the sentimental.

We all knew it was ending and we all knew the obvious end

The gay stuff doesn't bother me. The show has just gotten

Eh, I'm no TV critic and just enjoy a good sitcom. This one

Piggy Stardust was funny. + 1 for that.***

It’s maddening because the writing is horrible.

Maybe it's just because I've dated girls who've dated girls

Ok, let’s go with that topic.

JFC man, just quit watching the show. I have never cared

Hey, look up.

Weird last sentence, but you are right. I shouldn't care

I added Queen Charlotte to the Plex server and wife has

That one has/had alot of sex in it and I still couldn't

My larger point was that

I didn't realize that was a message.

Just read my other posts in the thread

Somehow I sense that the sudden random appearance of the

To Be Fair, Obed did talk about that being an issue, IIRC

Correct and thanks homie***

Also, I think we all know why they called him Boss Hogg.***

Re: Just read my other posts in the thread

Isn't the whole show sort of camp? Isn't that the point...

Awww, watch Matlock or the Golden Girls then.

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Oh. And that incest-y crap with Tartt & his mum? Creepy AF.***

Creepiest thing about Tartt is how he says Poo-peh for

Because she repeated the line about him having been a

You didn't think this thread would turn into white knighting

lulz - APM has done his job today! *pats self on back****

Soccerkrzy, your TD sword cuts so deep!

Yup, you’re welcome.***

Here’s one from me for thread jacking APM

Where exactly did I thread jack?***

You know, that whole part where people were discussing

Guess you cannot read well.***

Can't believe I've only gotten 2 TUs for this all-day sucker

Next week, on a Very Special Ted Lasso…sigh