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The Big Bang Theory's misogyny and toxic masculinity

Pop Culture Detective · Commentary · 21 min · 2017 · YouTube title: The Adorkable Misogyny of The Big Bang Theory
Why it's here

Cited as a critique whenever HN discusses the show's depiction of nerd culture and STEM men.

What it covers

A video essay from Pop Culture Detective arguing that The Big Bang Theory normalizes sexism and toxic masculinity through its portrayal of nerd men. It analyzes recurring tropes in how the male leads treat women.