TLC is broadcasting a new show aimed at changing the perception of "plus size women" called "Big Sexy." Now let me be clear, that I have no problem with the concept of this show and believe women should not be judged by their appearance, but there seems to be a little bit of a double-standard implied in this show. Watch the commercial below to see if you can pick-up on it.
Apparently, it is important for society to change their perception of women and to have a television show that demonstrates that all sizes of women can have fun and get attention from men, but the men whose attention they seek and value are all chiseled and fit. Now, I'm not saying "fat people should only date fat people", or "skinny people only date skinny people." I am not that shallow. However, I do think there is a message being sent to men in this promo that basically says, if you want attention from any woman you have to be in good shape and attractive. Hmmmmm, sounds strangely familiar.
