Capt. Hilts Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 Letter in NYT defending Bialik: Read it HERE [Remove if a copyright infraction] I was taken aback at the angry reaction to Ms. Bialik’s piece. Ms. Bialik was telling her own story in the context of offering a cultural critique of an unhealthy Hollywood cycle that hypersexualizes women and creates an unrealistic and unhealthy body image. This in turn causes women to lose self-esteem and makes the traditionally beautiful women whom Hollywood attracts especially vulnerable to abuse by the powerful men who dominate the industry. That is hardly an argument that modesty insulates women from sexual abuse. Although Ms. Bialik talks about her own choices to dress modestly, the important point is the fact that Ms. Bialik tried to make her own choices and to work in Hollywood on her own terms, rather than playing a game in which the rules were made by powerful men. Playing a female character known primarily for her mind on a comedy about physics (“The Big Bang Theory”) was her conscious choice. That’s also why Ms. Bialik discussed the rise of nontraditional shows like “Transparent” and “Orange Is the New Black,” which push boundaries and happen to have female showrunners. Neither show revels in modesty. But by empowering a diverse group of women on both sides of the camera, they provide one step away from the male-dominated culture of abuse and silence that apparently pervades Hollywood today. MICHAEL L. BRENNER WOODMERE, N.Y. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoRo Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 2 hours ago, Capt. Hilts said: Letter in NYT defending Bialik: Read it HERE [Remove if a copyright infraction] I was taken aback at the angry reaction to Ms. Bialik’s piece. Ms. Bialik was telling her own story in the context of offering a cultural critique of an unhealthy Hollywood cycle that hypersexualizes women and creates an unrealistic and unhealthy body image. This in turn causes women to lose self-esteem and makes the traditionally beautiful women whom Hollywood attracts especially vulnerable to abuse by the powerful men who dominate the industry. That is hardly an argument that modesty insulates women from sexual abuse. Although Ms. Bialik talks about her own choices to dress modestly, the important point is the fact that Ms. Bialik tried to make her own choices and to work in Hollywood on her own terms, rather than playing a game in which the rules were made by powerful men. Playing a female character known primarily for her mind on a comedy about physics (“The Big Bang Theory”) was her conscious choice. That’s also why Ms. Bialik discussed the rise of nontraditional shows like “Transparent” and “Orange Is the New Black,” which push boundaries and happen to have female showrunners. Neither show revels in modesty. But by empowering a diverse group of women on both sides of the camera, they provide one step away from the male-dominated culture of abuse and silence that apparently pervades Hollywood today. MICHAEL L. BRENNER WOODMERE, N.Y. This is how I read the article she had written. I was surprised when the next day there was negative things being said about it. I went back and reread it and still feel the same. I didn't think she had anything to apologize for. This is my opinion and mine only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Hilts Posted October 21, 2017 Share Posted October 21, 2017 I did, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonny Posted October 26, 2017 Share Posted October 26, 2017 Looks like Mayim might be doing a series of Videos playing The Elder Scrolls Online: Mayim the online gamer? Could be fun lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vonmar Posted October 26, 2017 Share Posted October 26, 2017 From The New York Times Mayim Bialik Follows 'Girling Up' With 'Boying Up' Mayim Bialik is "Boying Up." The Emmy-nominated star of "The Big Bang Theory" and author of the best-selling book, "Girling Up," is now writing a book about boys and childhood. Penguin Young Readers said Thursday that "Boying Up: How to be Bold, Brave and Brilliant" will draw upon her background in neuroscience and her experiences as a mother of two sons to discuss how boys grow up "biologically, psychologically, and sociologically." The book is scheduled to come out next May. Bialik's other books include "Beyond the Sling" and "Mayim's Vegan Table." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joyceraye Posted October 26, 2017 Share Posted October 26, 2017 On 21/10/2017 at 7:31 PM, RoRo said: I didn't think she had anything to apologize for. This is my opinion and mine only. No. Not yours only. Anyone who thought she had something to apologise for needed lessons in English Comprehension. She is not responsible for anyone else's educational level. I said above that I thought it was silly to apologise and I still think so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luminous Posted October 26, 2017 Share Posted October 26, 2017 (edited) 2 hours ago, vonmar said: From The New York Times Mayim Bialik Follows 'Girling Up' With 'Boying Up' [...] Edited October 26, 2017 by luminous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mirela Posted October 26, 2017 Share Posted October 26, 2017 On 4/25/2013 at 12:24 PM, Devashri said: mayim bialik and johnny galecky, he looks so cute!! can't recognize him properly in this. OH. MY. GOD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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boro0707 Posted November 8, 2017 Share Posted November 8, 2017 Hi. I am a teacher of English and I have recently encountered something interesting. In a coursebook 'International Express Intermediate' one of the voice actors sounds remarkably like Mayim Bialik. I'm posting a link to the audio file (valid for 2 months). https://files.fm/f/7mdddwws What do you guys think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vonmar Posted November 9, 2017 Share Posted November 9, 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackWhiteRose Posted November 12, 2017 Share Posted November 12, 2017 Mayim´s first robot *so cute* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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spidergirl Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 (edited) Another funny Mayim vlog with her friend Chad! Edited November 20, 2017 by spidergirl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev0821 Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 I guess this video never got posted here: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BlackWhiteRose Posted November 29, 2017 Share Posted November 29, 2017 Did you guys read this? http://groknation.com/women/dont-like-massages-heres/ Yeah I personally don`t agree with her at all and it confuses me too that massages are not her thing. Massages are awesome! They helped me a lot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
April Posted November 29, 2017 Share Posted November 29, 2017 11 minutes ago, BlackWhiteRose said: Did you guys read this? http://groknation.com/women/dont-like-massages-heres/ Yeah I personally don`t agree with her at all and it confuses me too that massages are not her thing. Massages are awesome! They helped me a lot! Massages are not for everyone. I can totally relate to some of her points. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackWhiteRose Posted November 29, 2017 Share Posted November 29, 2017 (edited) Sure they´re not for everyone but still I don`t agree with her for the most part. Even for the fact that I don`t like beeing touched (mostly) I went to a female physiotherapist who massaged me and it was great. She´s a nice lady. So for me it worked. And the inteacting with strangers: I don`t like it either but that particular lady was nice. So it was an exception. PS: I still love Mayim and her work! She´s awesome and she´s is totally entitled to her opinion about every toppic. Edited December 5, 2017 by BlackWhiteRose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
April Posted November 29, 2017 Share Posted November 29, 2017 16 minutes ago, BlackWhiteRose said: Sure they´re not for everyone but still I don`t agree with her for the most part. Even for the fact that I don`t like beeing touched (mostly) I went to a female physiotherapist who massaged me and it was great. She´s a nice lady. So for me it worked. And the inteacting with strangers: I don`t like it either but that particular lady was nice. So it was an exception. Well, that's nice for you and all but Mayim is just talking about her personal preferences. She isn't making a case about why massages don't work or whatever. There's nothing to agree or disagree with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joyceraye Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 On 08/11/2017 at 1:06 PM, boro0707 said: Hi. I am a teacher of English and I have recently encountered something interesting. In a coursebook 'International Express Intermediate' one of the voice actors sounds remarkably like Mayim Bialik. I'm posting a link to the audio file (valid for 2 months). https://files.fm/f/7mdddwws What do you guys think? She does sound American but I don't think it's Mayim Bialik's voice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackWhiteRose Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 Almost forgot. She posted this video recently: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vonmar Posted December 3, 2017 Share Posted December 3, 2017 About Breakthrough Prize For the sixth year, the Breakthrough Prizes will recognize the world’s top scientists. Each prize is $3 million and presented in the fields of Life Sciences (up to five per year), Fundamental Physics (up to one per year) and Mathematics (up to one per year). In addition, up to three $100,000 New Horizons in Physics and up to three New Horizons in Mathematics Prizes are given out to early-career researchers each year. Laureates attend a televised awards ceremony designed to celebrate their achievements and inspire the next generation of scientists. As part of the ceremony schedule, they also engage in a program of lectures and discussions. The Breakthrough Prizes were founded by Sergey Brin, Yuri and Julia Milner, Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan, and Anne Wojcicki. Selection Committees composed of previous Breakthrough Prize laureates choose the winners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luminous Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackWhiteRose Posted December 5, 2017 Share Posted December 5, 2017 A natural beauty! And I love this one! I giggled so much :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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