Author Archives: Theresa Basile

Blog PostsStoneybrook Revisited: BSC Books 6-10

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Theresa Basile

#6 – Kristy’s Big Day Early in the book series, Ann M. Martin seemed to have decided, “You know what would make the best Baby-sitters Club book ever? If we have a story about Kristy’s mom’s wedding and have the … Continue reading →

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ReviewsDelayed Thoughts on “Brave”

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Theresa Basile

On the subject of the portrayal of women in Pixar movies, I differ in opinion from many of my feminist friends. I’ve never really had a problem with the lack of female protagonists in Pixar films. While I would have … Continue reading →

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Blog PostsThis is a Public Service Announcement From Troll McTrollson.

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Theresa Basile

In response to the first post I wrote about Daniel Tosh’s response to an audience member, I received this comment: “Man..shut up, every thing is funny..no being raped isnt funny. But jeezuz christ..change ur tampon…its a freaking joke…how you gona … Continue reading →

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ReviewsBtVS and Consent Issues: Episode 4.16 – “Who Are You”

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Theresa Basile

[Note: I’m writing a series about consent issues in Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I will post a new entry in this series every other Tuesday – or perhaps on a weekly basis, if I have the time. In this series, … Continue reading →

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Blog PostsLady T Recommends “Born Blue”

Posted on July 15, 2012 by Theresa Basile

Are you a musical theater fan? Have you ever sat and thought, “Gee, I really wish there was a rock and roll soul musical about the end of the world?” Well, good news. Whether you’ve had that dream or not, … Continue reading →

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Blog PostsStand-Up Comedians Are a Persecuted Minority.

Posted on July 13, 2012 by Theresa Basile

After reading about Daniel Tosh’s rape “joke” to an audience member, and then reading comments from people who defended Daniel Tosh’s rape “joke,” I can come to only one conclusion – that stand-up comedians are often a bunch of whiny … Continue reading →

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Blog PostsDaniel Tosh Made a Rape Joke and Some Humorless Bitch Got Mad and FIRST AMENDMENT!!!ELEVENTY111!!

Posted on July 11, 2012 by Theresa Basile

Wow, everyone. Did you hear about that terrible thing that happened to Daniel Tosh the other day? It’s…wow. I can’t even begin to describe how awful it was. Maybe you’d better see for yourself. Here’s the original link, but I’m … Continue reading →

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Blog PostsStoneybrook Revisited: BSC Books 1-5

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Theresa Basile

After Saturday’s post, you knew this was coming. It’s official. I’m doing a reread of The Baby-sitters Club – excluding the mysteries, because who cares, and excluding the Little Sister series, because Karen is annoying. I will read all of … Continue reading →

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Blog PostsSay Hello to Your Friends.

Posted on July 7, 2012 by Theresa Basile

I don’t quite know how this happened, but last weekend, after watching several hours of Olympic trials for gymnastics and swimming, my dear friend abovethetitle and I started talking about The Baby-sitters Club. And by “started talking,” I meant “obsessed … Continue reading →

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Blog PostsWriting Journal: Rolling in Rom-Com Cliches

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Theresa Basile

Surprise, surprise – I’ve fallen behind, yet again, in my attempt to review all of the romantic comedies people recommended to me last year. I have a good excuse, though! I’m busy writing my own rom-coms and have less time … Continue reading →

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