The Problematic Gaze

THE PROBLEMATIC GAZETTE: Traitors, The Queens's Worms and Charlie Sheen!

You can make Dave a happy boy and subscribe to our YouTube Channel here!In the 21st episode of the Problematic Gazette, we hosts dive into a jam-packed schedule discussing high fashion knitwear, a fun Geordie Shore retrospective, and tales of celebrity encounters and family links. We also talk about the recent portrayal of Charlie Sheen’s tumultuous life in a Netflix documentary and remember the late Catherine O’Hara. We touch on the Irish edition of 'The Traitors,' Dr Lee's new job, Dave's YouTube tribulations, Claire Foy’s bout with parasites, upcoming Valentine’s Day plans, and a preview of our next show covering the classic 1959 film, 'Pillow Talk.'Click here to follow us on all our socialsDon't forget to hit that FOLLOW button to get every episode of The Problematic Gaze downloaded and ready to listen!Please leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. They really help to spread the word of The Problematic Gaze. And if our fellow Gazers want to comment on what they've heard in our episodes, or to suggest future topics, please email us at theproblematicgaze@gmail.com. We love hearing from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Geordie Shore' from 2011 Reality TV, Sexism, and the Birth of Influencer Culture

Click here to watch this episode on YouTubeIn this episode of The Problematic Gaze, we dive headfirst into a 2011 episode of Geordie Shore to unpack everything early-2010s MTV reality TV thought was normal. From lad culture and binge drinking to sexual politics, gender performance, and working-class stereotypes, this episode is a perfect snapshot of a pre-Instagram, pre-cancel-culture media landscape.We break down how Geordie Shore helped shape British reality TV, launched accidental influencers, and normalized behavior that now reads as wildly problematic, sexist, and chaotic. Is this show a guilty pleasure, a cultural artifact, or a cautionary tale? Probably all three.Click Here to watch the episode of Geordie Shore from 2011 discussed in this episodeClick here to follow us on all our socialsDon't forget to hit that FOLLOW button to get every episode of The Problematic Gaze downloaded and ready to listen!Please leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. They really help to spread the word of The Problematic Gaze. And if our fellow Gazers want to comment on what they've heard in our episodes, or to suggest future topics, please email us at theproblematicgaze@gmail.com. We love hearing from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

THE PROBLEMATIC GAZETTE: Take That, ANTM Controversy and Victoria Beckham sings.

Click here to visit our YouTube channel where you can see our beautiful faces and subscribe and leave comments!In this episode of 'The Problematic Gazette,' we discuss an array of topics ranging from Victoria Beckham and a secret affair to letters from our Gazers on fashion, TV shows, and more. We delve into the cultural impact and casual racism of the sitcom 'Dad's Army' and issue a call to arms for our YouTube channel! We also review Agatha Christie's 'Seven Dials' adaptation on Netflix and the gripping series 'Steel' on Prime Video. Additionally, we await with interest a new documentary on America's Next Top Model and discuss tell-all documentary about the British boy band 'Take That.' Dr. Lee shares his guest appearance on another podcast, discussing 1960s Doctor Who films. Join us for a lively chat blending nostalgia, contemporary critiques, and witty banter.Click here to follow us on all our socialsDon't forget to hit that FOLLOW button to get every episode of The Problematic Gaze downloaded and ready to listen!Please leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. They really help to spread the word of The Problematic Gaze. And if our fellow Gazers want to comment on what they've heard in our episodes, or to suggest future topics, please email us at theproblematicgaze@gmail.com. We love hearing from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dad’s Army (1973) 'Don’t Tell Him, Pike!’

Few British sitcoms are as warmly remembered as Dad’s Army, and “The Deadly Attachment” — originally transmitted in 1973 — remains one of its most beloved episodes. In this episode of The Problematic Gaze, we return to Walmington-on-Sea as the Home Guard are tasked with guarding a German U-boat crew.While we do explore some problematic elements through a modern lens, we also talk about what Dad’s Army gets right, why its characters and catchphrases — including the iconic “Don’t tell him, Pike!” — still resonate, and how its gentle satire, performances, and wartime humour helped make it a classic worth revisiting with affection and thoughtful context.Click here to follow us on all our socialsDon't forget to hit that FOLLOW button to get every episode of The Problematic Gaze downloaded and ready to listen!Please leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. They really help to spread the word of The Problematic Gaze. And if our fellow Gazers want to comment on what they've heard in our episodes, or to suggest future topics, please email us at theproblematicgaze@gmail.com. We love hearing from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

THE PROBLEMATIC GAZETTE: The Beckhams, Traitors and the ABBA effect

Welcome to The Problematic Gazette, a bonus addition to our main show. Our Dave and Dr Lee chew the fat, read out Gazer comments and discuss things we've seen, read and heard this week.In this week's Gazette we dive head first into the Beckham's feud scandal, get excited for the Traitors final, and recount tales of wildlife massacres in the countryside!Click here to follow us on all our socialsDon't forget to hit that FOLLOW button to get every episode of The Problematic Gaze downloaded and ready to listen!Please leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts. They really help to spread the word of The Problematic Gaze. And if our fellow Gazers want to comment on what they've heard in our episodes, or to suggest future topics, please email us at theproblematicgaze@gmail.com. We love hearing from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.