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The Culture Café: 02/08/2011

02/08/2011

BBC Radio Scotland - The Culture Café, 02/08/2011

Is there a lack of female role models in children's television?

Is there a lack of female role models in children's television? Some say that a lack of strong female characters in children's television risks ingraining sexism.

Is CBeebies sexist? Why not Tina the Tank Engine or Bonnie the Builder? Campaigners say that a lack of strong female characters in children's television risks ingraining sexism in a new generation. Ministers are facing calls to force broadcasters to ensure sexual equality on screen. We'll be discussing whether we need more strong female characters on children's television.

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