Top 20 Times Disney Channel Shows Got Serious
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Date: 2023-11-20
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John
The dyslexia and ableism speak to me. I have a learning disability myself; not dyslexia, but I would say I've dealt with some form of ableism. My boss once questioned me for putting black linens on the tables for the wedding reception instead of white, the correct/usual color (but in my defense, we usually put on black linens for any event, and I don't even generally set the reception linens. Oh, and she was upset I had signed up for a one-person shift. I'll admit, I am much better with a helping hand and guide, and that I'm kind of a slow learner (my learning disability is limited comprehension) but come on, that's no excuse for being insensitive. One of our student leader's responsibilities is organizing who works which shifts on the schedule, and my boss scolded him for not noticing I had signed up for a one-person shift. When she asked him if she thought I could do the shift, I answered for him with a firm yes, because I felt belittled by her. She said she didn't think so, was all I've told you not to sign up for shifts by yourself, I've been very clear about that, I don't know how much clearer I can get for you to listen (something like, that, so I'm not perfectly quoting her, and she told me I need someone there to give me instructions and guide me. I regretfully didn't stand up for myself because I was too intimidated
But feeling resentfully brave and determined _this_ time, I decided to do what she did to me back to her. My college's disability services was hosting a program to educate and prepare disabled high schoolers who were considering enrolling here. We caterers were serving the food, and every time I saw my boss talking to a high schooler (who wasn't physically disabled, I would immediately go over there and either a. tell my boss she's needed somewhere or there's been a situation, or b, offer _my_ help to the kid. My boss eventually concluded that I was deliberately trying to keep her away from the disabled students, and she insisted I tell her what was going on. I acted like I had no choice and admitted I was trying to prevent her from potentially saying anything offensive to the learning-disabled kids. I acted like I was trying to protect them because I wasn't sure she would be 100% respectful; that I worried she might say something condescending, even if unintentionally. When she expressed her offense at such a judgmental, faithless perspective, I said, I'm not trying to hurt your feelings; I'm just trying to. keep _their_ feelings from getting hurt. But if it makes you feel better, I'm completely fine with you talking to the kids with physical disabilities.
How'd I do? Did I'm imply she has ableism, without looking deliberately passive-aggressive, but rather genuinely concerned and faithless?
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The dyslexia and ableism speak to me. I have a learning disability myself; not dyslexia, but I would say I've dealt with some form of ableism. My boss once questioned me for putting black linens on the tables for the wedding reception instead of white, the correct/usual color (but in my defense, we usually put on black linens for any event, and I don't even generally set the reception linens. Oh, and she was upset I had signed up for a one-person shift. I'll admit, I am much better with a helping hand and guide, and that I'm kind of a slow learner (my learning disability is limited comprehension) but come on, that's no excuse for being insensitive. One of our student leader's responsibilities is organizing who works which shifts on the schedule, and my boss scolded him for not noticing I had signed up for a one-person shift. When she asked him if she thought I could do the shift, I answered for him with a firm yes, because I felt belittled by her. She said she didn't think so, was all I've told you not to sign up for shifts by yourself, I've been very clear about that, I don't know how much clearer I can get for you to listen (something like, that, so I'm not perfectly quoting her, and she told me I need someone there to give me instructions and guide me. I regretfully didn't stand up for myself because I was too intimidated
But feeling resentfully brave and determined _this_ time, I decided to do what she did to me back to her. My college's disability services was hosting a program to educate and prepare disabled high schoolers who were considering enrolling here. We caterers were serving the food, and every time I saw my boss talking to a high schooler (who wasn't physically disabled, I would immediately go over there and either a. tell my boss she's needed somewhere or there's been a situation, or b, offer _my_ help to the kid. My boss eventually concluded that I was deliberately trying to keep her away from the disabled students, and she insisted I tell her what was going on. I acted like I had no choice and admitted I was trying to prevent her from potentially saying anything offensive to the learning-disabled kids. I acted like I was trying to protect them because I wasn't sure she would be 100% respectful; that I worried she might say something condescending, even if unintentionally. When she expressed her offense at such a judgmental, faithless perspective, I said, I'm not trying to hurt your feelings; I'm just trying to. keep _their_ feelings from getting hurt. But if it makes you feel better, I'm completely fine with you talking to the kids with physical disabilities.
How'd I do? Did I'm imply she has ableism, without looking deliberately passive-aggressive, but rather genuinely concerned and faithless?
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Letticia
Yeah as somebody who is dyslexic among many other things I can tell you that you also need to be told that some of the smartest people in the world wear dyslexic and some of the writers of some of the best shows better now classics and are shown in repeat to this day we were written by somebody who was dyslexic Stephen J Cannell but he wasn't the only one apparently Einstein Leonardo DaVinci and Madame Curie have all been said to be dyslexic and they were all geniuses as someone who is dyslexic and I have to use voice to text because my hands no longer work I can tell you that it isn't something to be ashamed of but you need people around you to show you the way. I think it was in 4th grade or 5th grade I don't remember which when I met a girl who would great a calligraphy but couldn't read because like me she had had reading problems but unlike me who had had reading problems and had overcome them because of my dyslexia I taught her how to read and she taught me how to write well enough that my chicken scratchings could be understood by my teacher, how she'd gotten so many grades to is not uncommon when you think about it he got another kid to have problems with math or with handwriting which was very important at the time and she would have them do the work she couldn't do I read the book for her and she had a great memories she could remember anything she heard so she had no problem in remembering what was unpaid such-and-such proceed to have them tell him to go to the next page what page are we on so that way she would never miss a page of teacher couldn't rip her up by saying OK read to me page 55 she was that good at what she was doing that she could slip bye without anyone knowing. I taught her how to read and she taught me how to write as nicely as she did because she could copy anything she just couldn't read what she was copying. I sometimes think that some of these shows are ableist because not once does her friend Rocky think to maybe try and help her learn to read or help her get past for phobia of reading Out Loud by showing her tricks like my dad taught me in order to overcome that problem. It's all well and good to be accepting of your friend is try to give her confidence but your friend needs more than that she needs you to be able to show her that there is nothing wrong that she can't overcome.
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Yeah as somebody who is dyslexic among many other things I can tell you that you also need to be told that some of the smartest people in the world wear dyslexic and some of the writers of some of the best shows better now classics and are shown in repeat to this day we were written by somebody who was dyslexic Stephen J Cannell but he wasn't the only one apparently Einstein Leonardo DaVinci and Madame Curie have all been said to be dyslexic and they were all geniuses as someone who is dyslexic and I have to use voice to text because my hands no longer work I can tell you that it isn't something to be ashamed of but you need people around you to show you the way. I think it was in 4th grade or 5th grade I don't remember which when I met a girl who would great a calligraphy but couldn't read because like me she had had reading problems but unlike me who had had reading problems and had overcome them because of my dyslexia I taught her how to read and she taught me how to write well enough that my chicken scratchings could be understood by my teacher, how she'd gotten so many grades to is not uncommon when you think about it he got another kid to have problems with math or with handwriting which was very important at the time and she would have them do the work she couldn't do I read the book for her and she had a great memories she could remember anything she heard so she had no problem in remembering what was unpaid such-and-such proceed to have them tell him to go to the next page what page are we on so that way she would never miss a page of teacher couldn't rip her up by saying OK read to me page 55 she was that good at what she was doing that she could slip bye without anyone knowing. I taught her how to read and she taught me how to write as nicely as she did because she could copy anything she just couldn't read what she was copying. I sometimes think that some of these shows are ableist because not once does her friend Rocky think to maybe try and help her learn to read or help her get past for phobia of reading Out Loud by showing her tricks like my dad taught me in order to overcome that problem. It's all well and good to be accepting of your friend is try to give her confidence but your friend needs more than that she needs you to be able to show her that there is nothing wrong that she can't overcome.
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Sonic
Number 2 is actually very good for how it doesn't draw attention to the issue. They treat it as little more then an oops moment and move on.
I remember years ago LEGO got some heat because their first wheelchair piece was in a Duplo set for an old man. This got some people upset, saying it showed that wheelchairs were only for old and infirmed people. Later the next time they released a wheelchair piece was in a Fun at the Park people pack set. The cover image showed a minifigure in the chair was was young looking and smiling with a black gotee. Again they didn't make the wheelchair a centerpiece of the set or the promotional material. Just as another part of the set, as normal as any other piece or figure.
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Number 2 is actually very good for how it doesn't draw attention to the issue. They treat it as little more then an oops moment and move on.
I remember years ago LEGO got some heat because their first wheelchair piece was in a Duplo set for an old man. This got some people upset, saying it showed that wheelchairs were only for old and infirmed people. Later the next time they released a wheelchair piece was in a Fun at the Park people pack set. The cover image showed a minifigure in the chair was was young looking and smiling with a black gotee. Again they didn't make the wheelchair a centerpiece of the set or the promotional material. Just as another part of the set, as normal as any other piece or figure.
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Brendan
I personally thought that the coming out episode of Andy Mack should have been higher. I love the gun episode, but I personally like the aftermath episode more. The fact that it isnt on Disney Plus is a shame because it does really show the fallout of the gun. It gives a lot more depth to TJ and any later episode with them is so holesome. But yeah, him saying that he was the one to tell the authorities showing that deep down he was kind of creeped out, even thought they were his friends that he brought Cyress along with was amazingly deep for his kind of two dimensional character. Once again, their moments are so holesome.
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I personally thought that the coming out episode of Andy Mack should have been higher. I love the gun episode, but I personally like the aftermath episode more. The fact that it isnt on Disney Plus is a shame because it does really show the fallout of the gun. It gives a lot more depth to TJ and any later episode with them is so holesome. But yeah, him saying that he was the one to tell the authorities showing that deep down he was kind of creeped out, even thought they were his friends that he brought Cyress along with was amazingly deep for his kind of two dimensional character. Once again, their moments are so holesome.
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Adil
As a Muslim American, the Proud Family episode was one that spoke to me as one of the few, heck still one of the few instances of representation. There's some backlash now, given that the portrayals aren't the greatest, but I'm glad it exists. I'd hope that there would be a sitcom that does center around a Muslim American family. I'd even seen several comments about the recent Ms. Marvel show on Disney+ saying the same thing, that the family dynamic was even more interesting than the superheroics.
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As a Muslim American, the Proud Family episode was one that spoke to me as one of the few, heck still one of the few instances of representation. There's some backlash now, given that the portrayals aren't the greatest, but I'm glad it exists. I'd hope that there would be a sitcom that does center around a Muslim American family. I'd even seen several comments about the recent Ms. Marvel show on Disney+ saying the same thing, that the family dynamic was even more interesting than the superheroics.
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TraNatKiKoMi
I still remember watching the episode of That's So Raven and how gross it felt seeing that woman saying that she doesn't hire Black people. I think it was one of the earlier times I was shown an example of white privilege as a youth because I was not yet aware that people weren't hired for racist reasons. It opened my eyes and stuck with me, especially seeing how Raven was so shocked and heartbroken to learn she didn't get the job, despite being good at it, just because she's Black.
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I still remember watching the episode of That's So Raven and how gross it felt seeing that woman saying that she doesn't hire Black people. I think it was one of the earlier times I was shown an example of white privilege as a youth because I was not yet aware that people weren't hired for racist reasons. It opened my eyes and stuck with me, especially seeing how Raven was so shocked and heartbroken to learn she didn't get the job, despite being good at it, just because she's Black.
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Delilah
I like that Luz and amity are together and its not a forced lgbtq thing, it felt natural and I honestly love there relationship but more and more shows are having so many lgbtq because representation and it always feels forced and not the right representation lgbtq people need they always go extra and make them act like being gay or trans is there whole identity, with luz and amidy they have personality and fears and hopes. I really like that
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I like that Luz and amity are together and its not a forced lgbtq thing, it felt natural and I honestly love there relationship but more and more shows are having so many lgbtq because representation and it always feels forced and not the right representation lgbtq people need they always go extra and make them act like being gay or trans is there whole identity, with luz and amidy they have personality and fears and hopes. I really like that
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Carmen
Eda's curse as a metaphor for chronic illness hit me hard, especially because at that time I got my diagnosis. It's really awful when you know that your own curse doesn't have a cure, that the best you can do is to live with it, while still fearing it will get so much worse, becoming dependent on your meds and trying to hide your hopelessness because you don't want people to pity you.
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Eda's curse as a metaphor for chronic illness hit me hard, especially because at that time I got my diagnosis. It's really awful when you know that your own curse doesn't have a cure, that the best you can do is to live with it, while still fearing it will get so much worse, becoming dependent on your meds and trying to hide your hopelessness because you don't want people to pity you.
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Michigo
I remember Static Shock, a superhero cartoon, also did an episode about guns. Unfortunately, that episode had his best friend getting hurt by the gun. He was fine in the end but it was close. I remember it was one of the times that Static Shock actually did a little message at the end of the episode going over gun safety and school shootings and stuff.
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I remember Static Shock, a superhero cartoon, also did an episode about guns. Unfortunately, that episode had his best friend getting hurt by the gun. He was fine in the end but it was close. I remember it was one of the times that Static Shock actually did a little message at the end of the episode going over gun safety and school shootings and stuff.
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Rowan
Oof! I really hope that store-lady in the last clip wasnt in a litigious mood, cuz since the show took place in San Francisco, California, that means theyre in a two-party consent state. Raven and Chelsea could get seriously sued for recording her without her permission. Good thing it was to stop and/or prevent a crime, cuz thats an almighty loophole.
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Oof! I really hope that store-lady in the last clip wasnt in a litigious mood, cuz since the show took place in San Francisco, California, that means theyre in a two-party consent state. Raven and Chelsea could get seriously sued for recording her without her permission. Good thing it was to stop and/or prevent a crime, cuz thats an almighty loophole.
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Lovely_FISH
I was diagnosed with dyslexia when I was in 3rd grade. I had a lot going on already and was facing bullying as it. I wasnt sure what dyslexia was and felt really left out. Seeing that one of my favorite Disney characters also had it really help me. It made me feel confident in myself and helped me understand my condition better.
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I was diagnosed with dyslexia when I was in 3rd grade. I had a lot going on already and was facing bullying as it. I wasnt sure what dyslexia was and felt really left out. Seeing that one of my favorite Disney characters also had it really help me. It made me feel confident in myself and helped me understand my condition better.
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As someone with mental illness, actually ASD and ADD, I grew up on most of these shows- they taught me that we mentally impaired are no different from any other human being! I learned that I can still be myself regardless of my issues and I was able to live my life to the fullest without my illness bringing me down!
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As someone with mental illness, actually ASD and ADD, I grew up on most of these shows- they taught me that we mentally impaired are no different from any other human being! I learned that I can still be myself regardless of my issues and I was able to live my life to the fullest without my illness bringing me down!
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ThebSayraduka
Gun Safety was kinda already covered in Gargoyles in the episode Deadly Force which they still try to censor to this day but us Disney veterans remember what happened when Elisa got shot by accident.
How is it that these lessons that were already covered in past Disney shows are often overlooked?
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Gun Safety was kinda already covered in Gargoyles in the episode Deadly Force which they still try to censor to this day but us Disney veterans remember what happened when Elisa got shot by accident.
How is it that these lessons that were already covered in past Disney shows are often overlooked?
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Safehouse
What I liked most about that Kim Possible episode is you would assume Ron the goofy and awkward guy would have had the problems navigating the interactions with Felix, but it was Kim who is usually nearly perfect as she can do anything. It goes to show anyone can make mistakes even if they mean well.
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What I liked most about that Kim Possible episode is you would assume Ron the goofy and awkward guy would have had the problems navigating the interactions with Felix, but it was Kim who is usually nearly perfect as she can do anything. It goes to show anyone can make mistakes even if they mean well.
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Letticia
In many countries around the world there is no law like in America of equal opportunity because there is no Equal Opportunity Act as there is in America I have experienced not just racism from people who told me outright I'm sorry we cannot hire you because. and there's nothing you can do about it
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In many countries around the world there is no law like in America of equal opportunity because there is no Equal Opportunity Act as there is in America I have experienced not just racism from people who told me outright I'm sorry we cannot hire you because. and there's nothing you can do about it
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Irish
Those TV show characters dealt with those issues in a way that many people would understand even though I have experienced some myself. It can be hard but having loved ones who cares about you is what actually helps everyone even myself to get through
the struggling times.
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Those TV show characters dealt with those issues in a way that many people would understand even though I have experienced some myself. It can be hard but having loved ones who cares about you is what actually helps everyone even myself to get through
the struggling times.
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Letticia
Why from Disney alumn Miley Cyrus was it such a big deal I don't get it maybe I don't know the background it would be helpful if somehow this was explained because frankly I don't see what the big difference is how does her approval make it you know that much better.
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Why from Disney alumn Miley Cyrus was it such a big deal I don't get it maybe I don't know the background it would be helpful if somehow this was explained because frankly I don't see what the big difference is how does her approval make it you know that much better.
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msmojo
Andi max is so true for anxiety and panic attacks bc I have anxiety and its not easy to deal with and panic is scary and I had panic attacks and I am glad that Disney got the message through to young teens and kids about it.
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Andi max is so true for anxiety and panic attacks bc I have anxiety and its not easy to deal with and panic is scary and I had panic attacks and I am glad that Disney got the message through to young teens and kids about it.
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msmojo
My one issue with Girl Meets World is that even though they had a black friend (who didn't always get the proper representation, mind you. They still never talked racism and the struggles he faces because of his race.
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My one issue with Girl Meets World is that even though they had a black friend (who didn't always get the proper representation, mind you. They still never talked racism and the struggles he faces because of his race.
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Letticia
And these micro aggressions aren't just race-related they go also to people who are handicapped and it happens a lot although people tend to call it ableism they don't realize what that really is
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And these micro aggressions aren't just race-related they go also to people who are handicapped and it happens a lot although people tend to call it ableism they don't realize what that really is
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ladyanime100
You want tv shows that got serious, real. Watch some episodes of Boy Meets World, Family Matters, Full House, Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Static Shock, and PBS Arthur. Kids today have no idea
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You want tv shows that got serious, real. Watch some episodes of Boy Meets World, Family Matters, Full House, Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Static Shock, and PBS Arthur. Kids today have no idea
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hyperbabe2009
I hate to say it but no I wouldnt hire Chelsea I would definitely hire Raven. Chelsea is definitely a great friend but shes not the smartest while Raven is more creative and hands-on.
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I hate to say it but no I wouldnt hire Chelsea I would definitely hire Raven. Chelsea is definitely a great friend but shes not the smartest while Raven is more creative and hands-on.
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francisco
That's so raven's episode about racism really was one of the biggest instances i saw being tackled when i was growing up. It was very impactful for a lot of people.
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That's so raven's episode about racism really was one of the biggest instances i saw being tackled when i was growing up. It was very impactful for a lot of people.
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Whatever
Ableism, ageism. goddamn! Is this some kind of global invent retarded word contest? And why should children even get abused by issues? They should live carefree life!
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Ableism, ageism. goddamn! Is this some kind of global invent retarded word contest? And why should children even get abused by issues? They should live carefree life!
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John
#15 -- You forgot how it was pointed out to this manager that it's actually middle aged white women who are the most likely to shoplift. You know, like the manager?
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#15 -- You forgot how it was pointed out to this manager that it's actually middle aged white women who are the most likely to shoplift. You know, like the manager?
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Slimmy
#14 has to be revised Bella Thorne has openly admitted that she doesnt have dyslexia and that it was cooked up by Disney so they could seem more progressive
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#14 has to be revised Bella Thorne has openly admitted that she doesnt have dyslexia and that it was cooked up by Disney so they could seem more progressive
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Andrew
the ghost and molly mcgee handleing a girls first period, i was a bit concerned but so far they dont go wrong with it, heck the kinda advertise it a little
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the ghost and molly mcgee handleing a girls first period, i was a bit concerned but so far they dont go wrong with it, heck the kinda advertise it a little
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Jack
5: 13
Ron: No fancy Cyber Chair stuff!
Felix: oh like i need that to beat you
i know this is a serious topic but that was so damn savage-
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5: 13
Ron: No fancy Cyber Chair stuff!
Felix: oh like i need that to beat you
i know this is a serious topic but that was so damn savage-
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Holly
An episode of Smart Guy addresses pedophilia and how to watch for the signs of it as well as understand if you don't feel comfortable you can leave
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An episode of Smart Guy addresses pedophilia and how to watch for the signs of it as well as understand if you don't feel comfortable you can leave
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Adryauna
I miss Andie Mac. It was one of the best shows to ever air.
Too bad it got cancelled, and they don't make a lot of shows like that anymore.
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I miss Andie Mac. It was one of the best shows to ever air.
Too bad it got cancelled, and they don't make a lot of shows like that anymore.
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