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Thursday, May 12, 2011
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UPDATE: Unfortunately, the original version of this post was deleted during the Blogger Blackout, along with several comments. If you left a comment the first time, I apologize that your words have been lost :( Please feel free to comment again, if you wish.
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- AnonymousMay 15, 2011 at 2:15 AM
I want to larn how to do this pose...simple to copy this shot. Simple beautiful!!
ReplyDelete Are her ankles tied to a tree?
Sorry, I'm one of those folks who just doesn't get the reason for this. I breastfed, I think breastfeeding is wonderful...but I'm not sure how this child is going to feel about this photo when he/she is a teen. Seems to me the baby is being used as a prop to make some sort of liberal breastfeeding statement.
Not a big fan. Sorry.
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- Release Date: Apr 13, 2012
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Apr 19, 201210Absolutely brilliant movie. I think some people are going in expecting a slasher movie. Don't do that. It's more a black comedy wrapped around a great central concept. Whedon's humor is all over this flick, and he's never been funnier. Everybody praised Scream for the way it disassembled the horror genre, but Cabin does it SO much better.
Apr 16, 20123This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
Apr 13, 201210Absolutely LOVED this movie. Do not read reviews, avoid spoilers at all costs and just go see it. If you like horrors movies at all you'll probably love this movie. Had some great scares, awesome CG, the story unfolded brilliantly and evolved perfectly in my mind. The first act is good, second act gets even better and the third act is just absolutely mind-bogglingly insane.
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Apr 14, 20120I do not understand how this movie has that rating that it does. I thought this was the worst movie I have ever seen, and I have seen a lot of movies. I am 50 years old, so I've seen my share of bad and good flicks. Do not waste your time or money on this one. I can rate this movie in three words "piece of crap". I asked for my money back! Enough said.
Sep 24, 20120This movie, was terrible!! I only rented it, becasue it recieved such good reviews from the critics. The movie is not smart and not fun! Avoid at all costs!
Apr 20, 201210One of the most original horror movies that I have seen in a VERY LONG time!! Such a fun time. Had some good scare moments but overall this movie never took itself too seriously. This should definitely should be experienced in a movie theater.
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Aug 27, 20122This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
Apr 21, 201210Man this year has been full of great stuff. This is well worth seeing. I give it a 10 just because its actually creative for a change and such a fun movie.! Highly recommend this seeing this.
Apr 21, 201210Without a doubt one of the best horror movies ive seen, great actors, smart plot, good funny moments. All around amazing movie. I reccomend this movie to anyone.
Apr 14, 201210This is the most fun I've had at the movies in a long time. It pokes fun at itself and horror movies that proceeded it in an original and entertaining way. Twists and turns keep you guessing about what will happen at the end until you finally see for yourself. I wasn't expecting humor in it, but the humor is what made it what it is. Genius.
Oct 26, 20123I really wanted to like this movie, but from the jump, it was just awful. The entire movie does not any sense. The should of written a traditional slasher in the woods movie. Would of been a better movie.
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May 3, 20123I heard so much buzz about this movie and was utterly disappointed. Yes, the plot was original but so convoluted. I cannot believe this film scored a 72!! If you haven't seen the British comedy/horror film "Severance", watch it instead. Not as original but certainly a much better film.
Apr 28, 20127
Apr 14, 201210The first 20minutes of this movie made me think.... How stupid are the people that reviewed this well? After that I saw the pure genius behind the cabin. Going back to the ancient times of human sacrifices this makes me go back to when movies were witty and original and this takes that for the gold.
Aug 28, 20122Ridiculous film with nonsense plot lines and silly, cheesy script. Stereotypical Yank rubbish! They never learn. To be fair I did laugh quite a few times at the stupidness I was watching.
Apr 14, 20121This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
Apr 15, 201210This movie is the cherry on the top of cake of this genre. I loved it! I laughed, I jumped a few times and at the end, I was just entertained to the max! What a hoot.
Apr 16, 201210This movie is seriously awesome. I've seen a lot of horror movies in the last 10 years, and this one by far takes the cake. It's original, different, funny, entertaining, and purely delightful. If you haven't seen this yet, do so! Also try your absolute best not to hear any spoilers, it's best to see it without knowing anything about the plot. PAY THE $12 and SEE THIS NOW!
Apr 17, 201210This film is refreshingly original. A brilliant hybrid of both horror and comedy; 'The Cabin In The Woods' is simply good fun. Without spoiling anything it'll be like nothing you've ever seen before.
Apr 21, 20129I was waiting for this film for over a year. And I was not let down. I enjoyed every part of it. A big fan of Joss and Drew I knew I wouldn't be bored. Those who say they didn't like it, took it too seriously and obviously don't understand the film!! So if you are actually smart you'll enjoy it
Apr 22, 20127I watched this movie yesterday and I want to say that this movie is really cool. This movie is really unpredictable and insane. And the jokes, they are awesome.
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Apr 28, 20123This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
Apr 28, 201210Never has a recent horror film been so purely exhilarating, funny and ultimately entertaining as this. Clever, twisty, and brilliant right from the start to the end. Possibly the best film of 2012 so far, and that's saying something.
Apr 28, 20128I really enjoyed this movie. I'm a big fan of horror movies but i went into this movie not expecting much and was pleasantly surprised by the extent to which they had thought outside the box.
Apr 29, 20120The only recognition this movie will make is the top"worst movies of all time"
Lions gate should have left it in "liimbo"
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May 6, 20125The movie starts out great. Fun elements of hidden story unfold slowly. Gets a little crazy half way through and ends in a blanket of cat ladies full crazy. Watch the first half, then skip to 5 minutes to ending. You don't see this ending too often.
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Jul 22, 20122I have to give the movie credit for having some unexpected twist but overall it is probably one of the most ridiculous movies I have ever seen. Starts off interesting, then gets ridiculous, and continues to get more ridiculous as the film continues. Luckily I saw it at the $1.99 theater and still paid about $1.95 too much!!
Nov 14, 20125This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
Sep 23, 201210The cabin in the woods, a horror classic. This movie is good, entertaining, and a story that leaves you with your mouth open. It is a film in which you take confidence with the characters and enjoy seeing it a lot. It will happen very fast.
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Apr 16, 20124If you want to be scared, don't go see this movie. If you want to laugh and you liked something like Zombieland? Go see this. Sure I applaud the writer and director's intellect and use of metaphor, but you don't care about anyone and it's just a bunch of ideas and metaphors thrown into one **** movie. I was sincerely disappointed. I want my money back
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Apr 24, 201210Theres only one word to describe this movie: badass. Its definitely on my top ten list for best movies i've seen, and i'd recommend it to anybody looking for a great movie to see in theaters. I wouldn't call it a horror flick though. It really belongs in the suspense genre.
Apr 15, 20133This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
Apr 22, 20120What is marketed as a horror film turns out to be more like a B-movie rip off of the Truman Show. Avoid it at all costs, unless you get a kick out of films with horribly jumpy storylines and poor acting.
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Apr 14, 201210Loved the movie. It was funny, tense, and intriguing at the same time. Probably the best horror movie I've seen since the remake of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.
Apr 15, 20129this movie was just wow! it was on a whole different level! the story in this movie is something seriously original! imagine "vacancy" meets "saw" its something pretty awesome. the movie was thrilling and scary, yet it pulled of a lot of laughs. fantastic movie!
Apr 15, 201210This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
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Apr 13, 201210A new horror queen, I love it! The Cabin in the Woods take all the meet cliches, and play with they, the cast OMG great performances, is an amazing movie, with a fantastic cast, the reborn of the horror movies.
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Apr 17, 201210This film was pure amazement. This movie will be a classic later on because it is probably the best well-put horror film I have ever seen. The cast, the plot, the twists ahead all come into place with "The Cabin in the Woods" and works out perfectly. Go see this film you will not regret it.
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Apr 16, 201210The best film since Apocalypto! Masterpiece of 2012. Shocking+Innovative+Scary+Funny. I don't want to add anything else.
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Apr 28, 20129A great horror movie, has a few laughs interjected but make no mistake, this is not a parody, it IS a graphic horror movie that has real scares. Very original and beware of spoilers, because the suspense would be ruined, most original horror movie I've seen in years, well acted too.
Aug 27, 20121One of the worst horror movies I've ever seen. It's supposed to be all 'cool' because this film is taking the piss out of your standard predictable horror film. The irony is that this is a standard predictable horror film too. 2/10
Jul 18, 201210"Cabin in the Woods" is like a Halley's Comet. You're only gonna see it once, and you're never gonna see anything like it again your whole life.
Oct 30, 20120I didnt watch the whole film. Put it this way, it was that bad, i turned it off a half an hour into it. I do not understand the good ratings for this film. Oh my god is it so annoying. Such bad acting, cheesy kills. stay away from this film
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Apr 14, 20128This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
May 17, 20129The Cabin in the Woods simply oozes brilliance. It deconstructs almost every aspect of modern day horror tropes with such energetic wit. Despite being a little less frightening than I was hoping for, Goddard and Whedon have crafted such an outrageously fun film. Try not to smile. I dare you.
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Apr 15, 201210Avoid spoilers and go see it! A movie for horror fans that delivers on EVERY promise it makes. Brilliant. Also, it features the most enjoyable scene I've ever seen!
Dec 30, 201210This is one of the best horror movies I've ever seen. Once I saw it in theaters I knew that I was going to buy it once it came out on blu-ray! The last 30 minutes is literally epic! If you haven't seen it, do yourselves a favor and watch it.
May 26, 20135I am not sure it is because I watch films with an analytic eye, but this film felt like a mishmash of films which although not necessarily masterpieces themselves, however made a huge impact back in their day: The Cube, Truman Show, Scream. And if it had not been for the all hell breaks loose scene I would have been really wondering what the big fuss about this film was all about.
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Oct 13, 201210The correct attitude to enter this movie with is the idea that it is a horror movie.
The correct knowledge to EXIT this movie with is the knowledge that it is NOT a horror movie, but rather a deconstruction of the genre.
The Cabin in the Woods is not a horror movie, but it sets itself up to pretend to be one. Instead, it is a wonderful black comedy that criticizes horror movie tropes. -
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Aug 28, 20128The Cabin In The Woods is strange, funny and brilliant. I've never watched movie like this before. Special thanks to hilarious duo Jenkins - Whitford, notes for Jenkins's performance, it's the most hilarious performance I've ever seen this year.
Apr 15, 201210One of the coolest, freshest, best movies I've seen at the theater in a long, long time. You owe it to yourself to see this film. It's just when you think the movie's going to zig...it zags. Keeps you on your toes all the way until the credits roll.
Jun 9, 20137If you're a fan of Josh Whedon chances are you'll enjoy this film. It's far from perfect but it's unique spin on the horror genre certainly kept me entertained from start to finish.
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May 5, 20127I definitely did not expect to enjoy this film but it did what it set out to do. It was highly enjoyable and I can't give a detailed review because I feel like you have to go in to it with no expectations in order to like it. Be open-minded.
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Oct 21, 20129This is far from the cliche horror movie. There is actually a sense of brilliance in this film. With a typical horror film start, the original finds its way to the top as it is filled with surprises and plot twists. I'd recommend it for it's cleverness and production.
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90A horror-movie attic sale is, in essence, exactly what Cabin in the Woods is, an attempt to exorcise the genre of its formulaic possession by stuffing the movie full of its most overused and predictable elements - and then dumping them through clever skewering.
80Because the first narrative is so crushingly generic (which turns out to be the point), most of the amusement derives from trying to figure out what the second one is all about. I'm not sure I ever did, but the climactic one-two punch of special-effects chaos and meta-movie chin stroking should have the fanboys trembling with delight.
38I've seen a lot of rip-offs of "The Truman Show" and a lot of rip-offs of "Scream." I guess I have to give credit to The Cabin in the Woods for ripping off both at once.

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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — University of Texas women's track coach Bev Kearney resigned Saturday and acknowledged in an interview with the Austin American-Statesman that she had an intimate relationship with an athlete in her program in 2002.
Kearney, who won six national championships since 1993, was placed on paid leave in November as university officials investigated unspecified issues within the program. In a statement released Saturday night, university officials said the relationship was first reported to the school in October and the school was taking measures to fire Kearney before she resigned.
Neither Kearney nor the university identified the former Texas athlete. Kearney told the newspaper it was a "consensual intimate relationship" that began in July 2002 and ended later that year.
Kearney didn't immediately return a telephone message left at her home late Saturday night.
Patti Ohlendorf, Texas vice president for legal affairs, said school officials don't believe Kearney had any similar relationships with other student athletes.
"Coach Kearney is a good person and has been very important to the university. However, she made this terrible mistake and used unacceptably poor judgment in having this relationship," Ohlendorf said.
Despite Kearney's characterization of a consensual relationship between adults, Ohlendorf said the university "cannot condone such an intimate relationship, including one that is consensual, between a head coach and an student athlete. We told Coach Kearney such a relationship is unprofessional and crosses the line of trust placed in the head coach for all aspects of the athletic program and the best interests of the student athletes on the team."
The 55-year-old Kearney was among the highest-profile women's track coaches in the country and the university was planning to give her a raise before she was suspended. Kearney was inducted into the U.S. Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2007. She's also a member of the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame.
In her interview with the Statesman, Kearney said she didn't know why the relationship resurfaced a decade after it ended.
"You destroy yourself. You start questioning how could you make such a judgment," she said. "How could you make such an error after all the years? You can get consumed (by it) ... I didn't commit a crime, but I displayed poor judgment."
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Are you a woman? Are you of childbearing age? If the answer to those is yes - and this is clearly apparent - then I don't think he did anything wrong. He has no business asking about your reproductive wishes. So it becomes completely imaterial if you ever want to have children. That just doesn't matter. I guess I think he would have been out of line if he had mentioned something irrelavant to the situation or something private. But you being a female isn't exactly private knowledge.
Is there anyone in HR you can discuss this with?
I probably should, especially after what happened at a meeting this week. The short version is that in another all-male-except-me group somebody made a comparison between tooth pain and childbirth and then looked at me and smirked before saying "you don't know about that yet." That one is much more of a sexual harassment issue than an etiquette issue.
Wow, I think you are totally overreacting....Quote from: CzarinaBurrito on December 13, 2006, 01:02:29 PMI probably should, especially after what happened at a meeting this week. The short version is that in another all-male-except-me group somebody made a comparison between tooth pain and childbirth and then looked at me and smirked before saying "you don't know about that yet." That one is much more of a sexual harassment issue than an etiquette issue. On what planet is that sexual harassment? He didn't refer to you having HIS child, so it had nothing whatsoever to do with sex. @@ I would have just rolled my eyes and said "And you do?" Acknowledging that you are physically capable of giving birth does not equate to harassment, IMO.
It's not necessarily sexual harassment; what it may be, however, is sexual discrimination, if CB is prevented from any sort of job advantage because "we can't endanger your (currently non-existent) fetus, so Bob here will get to do the work - oh, and get the credit for the great discovery as well".Unfortunately, the history of workplace health and safety is littered with cases where women were kept out of well-paying jobs or opportunites for advancement because "we want to keep the little ladies safe".
I respectfully disagree with the majority of posters here.Talk to your Boss. The comment was TOTALLY inappropriate. Let him know that, and that you dont want to be singled out publicly . IF he had concerns about your specific safety, he should have discussed them with you *in private.* That being said, the fact that he said something in public means that he was comfortable enough to say it adn not think that you would take offense, meaning that perhaps you arent seen as so different, after all. Or, he could just be really clueless as to what constitutes discrimination, like a lot of bosses out there. OTOH, he ignored the liver issue, which makes me think he was subconsciously more concerned about you than your male counterparts (which, sometimes, I cant blame them for, but that's another issue). You dont want to make a big stink to him (DONT talk about it to anyone else at work either), but you do want to adress the fact that you were singled out for safety concerns in a manner that should have been addressed in private, and it put you in a bad position. If the behavior continues, talk to HR.
I started to wonder if I misread the OP so I went back and reread. From what I can tell, they were discussing the solvents they could use and Boss stated he didn't want to use x solvent because of the possible birth defects that could result. He didn't in any way prevent Op from doing any job. He showed concern for her. OP feels the concern was misplaced. I can not see how saying "We won't use X chemical becasue I would hate to have Person affected" is discrimination.I would love to have my school board as concerned for my safety and health as OPs boss seems to be. We have dirty air ducts, rampant rodents, multiple allergens, kids with a history of violence, occasional arson...


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Thursday, February 23, 2012
Ponies and SCIENCE!
I'm sure a bunch of people out there are scratching their heads at our odd little community and FiM in general. Luckily, ponies have gained the backing of SCIENCE in an attempt to wipe out the confusion! Dr. Patrick Edwards (Seen above) is embracing the brony culture with surveys and convention visits, observing with a scientific eye. His goal is to explain why we like this show, and how the hell we built an internet culture around it.
Check out his interview here for some neat information on how he is analyzing us for his scientific journals, and eventual book.
163 comments:
- D. Shadows said...
I don't see what there is to analyze about the culture.
- February 23, 2012 at 2:52 PM
- Axel Zinfandel said...
It is rather fascinating when ya think about it.
- February 23, 2012 at 2:53 PM
- Boomerang503 said...
It almost sounds like a real life "Feeling Pinkie Keen."
- February 23, 2012 at 2:54 PM
- Nyah said...
Can't you just like something for the sake of liking it, because it's good? Why all the big hoo-hah? I'm failing to understand.
- February 23, 2012 at 2:56 PM
- Lunaeria said...
I hope that this study actually helps to get bronies more well-known as the nice community we are, because..Yeah. :P
- February 23, 2012 at 2:57 PM
- ShazGuy said...
It doesn't take fucking science to understand why people like a television show
- February 23, 2012 at 2:59 PM
- Zirro said...
"I think bronies are a reaction to the U.S. having been engrossed in terrorism for past ten years, living on the edge the same way my generation lived through the Cold War. They're tired of being afraid, tired of angst and animosity. They want to go somewhere a lot more pleasant."
While I agree with the "want to go somewhere a lot more pleasant", remember that there are a lot of non-US bronies as well. I don't think it has much to do with terrorism and living on the edge, that's just a small part of it.
Most of us have other problems which we'd rather flee from, like homework, being a bad at socializing in real life or simply feeling like they have nothing to live for. Ponies are a way to escape from everything, please don't involve it with something as "simple" as terrorism or war. - February 23, 2012 at 2:59 PM
- Bronyhub said...
@Axel Zinfandel
I can see it now:
We will have advertisements on TV saying things like "the brony community has been proven by medical professionals to improve mental well-being and happiness". Then the FDA will eventually approve our community as a prescription-free method of dealing with depression!
Let's make it happen everypony! - February 23, 2012 at 3:00 PM
- Zirro said...
And of course, it also has to do with the show being pure awesome ;)
- February 23, 2012 at 3:00 PM
- James Corck said...
This is awesome.
I checked the article and I already love the guy doing the research. He considers himself a "Brony Booster", which I take means he is not a brony, but he supports us. If I was able to help (I live in Spain) I'd go to his lab and answer an many tests and questions as I could.
I really hope they release a survey, a very long, very detailed survey, because I will happily take it. Awesome stuff right here, rock on! - February 23, 2012 at 3:01 PM
- EphemeralBlue said...
You're thinking from a different view than they are trying to convey.
"Rarely have scientists had the opportunity to study a fan phenomenon from its inception. We're using this survey to study [the brony community] from the beginning and see how it's evolving."
They're investigating our mannerisms, and the fandom. Not the show and why we like it. Though I imagine that is a small part of their study. - February 23, 2012 at 3:01 PM
- The Invincible said...
Yeah, it's a good show, and there's nothing wrong with liking a good show. But the point is that it's unexpected and sort of inexplicable. I'M not even sure why I like this show. I know I shouldn't; it doesn't make sense. And if I could go back five years, and show myself a picture of myself now, past me would kick present me's ass. But bid sense adieu, I really like these magic talkin' ponies, so there.
- February 23, 2012 at 3:01 PM
- StrangeNoise said...
Damn right it's fascinating, and it's encouraging to see that it's getting the attention of people better qualified to start to understand it. The point is made in the article: the media tend to seek out the extreme freaks and pervs, and yeah, they'll find them, just out of statistical inevitability, but a decent scientific study will seek out the commonalities, and what's representative. And it may be less of a zingy story for a tv spot, but... something fascinating is going on here, and it's worth the study.
- February 23, 2012 at 3:02 PM
- Jigglysaint said...
That's interesting that he would mention the age of terrorism and compare it to cold way. Only thing is that what about those who embrace the show but are not living on the edge, or have a desire to escape? I do think that what we are seeing is a backlash against internet culture and the stereotypes found within. I'd like to think that the behaviour we see has a lot to do with that nagging feeling that anything we say or do, is somehow going to be seen by parent or young girl, and that we are almost obsessed, at least publically, with not trying to scare the "normal" people off. We are even apologetic to the voice actresses and crew of the show, and try hard not to make ourselves look extremely creepy to them.
That might not be true, but that's what goes on in my head. - February 23, 2012 at 3:03 PM
- Jiggywitit said...
Hey doc, let me save you the months of research and just give you the answer:
Because we like the show.
There. - February 23, 2012 at 3:04 PM
- Beta-Carotene said...
I think my favorite quote on this is actually from HotDiggedyDemon:
"As a friend of mine suggested, perhaps by coincidence the combination of colors used in the show triggers something in the adult male brain."
It's A Trap! - February 23, 2012 at 3:05 PM
- StrangeNoise said...
While I agree with the "want to go somewhere a lot more pleasant", remember that there are a lot of non-US bronies as well. I don't think it has much to do with terrorism and living on the edge, that's just a small part of it.
Most of us have other problems which we'd rather flee from, like homework, being a bad at socializing in real life or simply feeling like they have nothing to live for. Ponies are a way to escape from everything, please don't involve it with something as "simple" as terrorism or war.
I'd generally agree; terrorism isn't it. Economics might be, though; with the current situation, among many other things, making it even harder than before for young people to get jobs.
In the '30s depression, Hollywood produced a large number of jolly, feelgood musicals, and they were incredibly popular as escapist entertainment. I think *one* reason to consider for the MLP:FIM popularity is something similar to this: Just... escapism. A vision of a better place. But we're probably more sophisticated viewers than moviegoers in the '30s, so any old escapism won't cut it, it still has to be good. But equestria is such a hopeful place... - February 23, 2012 at 3:06 PM
- adasdad said...
i'm not an adult male, i'm twelve! quite possibly the youngest brony. but yeah, lauren faust probably put in some form of mind control. - February 23, 2012 at 3:08 PM
- Octavia said...
They seem like pretty straight shooters and nice people. I think it also really helps his son is apart of the community and takes part in it I don't believe I remember seeing them at BronyCon. But then again, that whole weekend is somewhat a blur to me now. lol Though I don't think the adoration of the show is quite as complicated, scientific, or emotionally-entangling as some make it seem. Sometimes people simply like things for simple reasons. But if they want to try and delve deeper into it to try and get a better understanding of the community and it's members, then I hope they enjoy their journey in that discovery. Like I've said before, this isn't the first online community/fandom like this I've been apart of, so I've seen all this before. But it's always kinda interesting to sit back and watch things progress and develop.
- February 23, 2012 at 3:11 PM
- Beta-Carotene said...
Honestly, there's much more to it than "it's a good show".
Honestly, when I first watched it, I said "meh" and moved on. But then the next day all I could think about was ponies. It just seemed to consume my mind and I was utterly baffled by it. I have no idea why, at all, but I just felt happier that day for some reason.
I've seen some very good shows before, some of them better than MLP. However, there's something about MLP that just inspires sheer joy in me.
I've actually been waiting for someone legit to do this. This show has some fascinating psychological effects on people.
Actually I remember seeing a forum post a while back in response to someone considering watching the show. One of the responders (with a trixie avatar no less), said:
"It's definitely a good show. But beware, it can consume you... as I have found out" - February 23, 2012 at 3:11 PM
- naahdude said...
Because, believe it or not, some people find it a little strange that grown men are obsessed with My Little Pony. - February 23, 2012 at 3:11 PM
- Wheelz said...
I say his work is a great idea. Sociology is a fascinating subject. And for many being a brony is more than just watching the show because "its good". So its not always that simple.
- February 23, 2012 at 3:13 PM
- comickid said...
If this guy met Pinkie Pie he would resign trying to explain her with science...
Seriously come on now people wonder about the brony community but never have watched the show or will never even try. It's not rocket science its just a good show, the real study should come from the minds of the people that are haters and refuse to watch it due to peer pressure why would someone refuse such quality entertainment due to what others think about them. that would be the pulitzure prize journal. - February 23, 2012 at 3:13 PM
- Beta-Carotene said...
@ adasdad
Aw man, you're one of the few who can literally say "I'm 12 and what is this?"
Hurry! It's a once in a lifetime opportunity! - February 23, 2012 at 3:14 PM
- ponydoraprancypants said...
As Jayson Thiessen said this weekend, nobody would be making a big deal about this if it were women becoming interested in a "traditionally male" show/toy line. This shouldn't be a big deal either.
Also, this is not simply an escapist fantasy, and I hope no researcher reaches a conclusion like that. Many of us, like me, are fully-functional citizens who are well-employed, with meaningful lives and relationships. We just like pastel ponies, clever jokes, fun songs, great animation, and incredible fan art productions. - February 23, 2012 at 3:14 PM
- darkconsoles said...
I love mlp:fim, and i have nothing bad in my life. I just love awesome things. Proud to be brony.
@naahdudeThese people are idiots - February 23, 2012 at 3:15 PM
- kihap said...
So I'm incredibly supportive of this. I don't much care for the "coming-out" analogy but I admittedly can't think of one that is more blunt.
But today marked the day that I got my fluttershy "fus ro dah" shirt and wore it to high school. While it was not unanimously accepted, I got more confused looks than disgusted. I explained the show about ten times over the course of today and I was met with so many open minds. I referred many of them here so they could see what it is the fandom does and I'm glad this is something they can use.
So if you're from Florence and you're reading this, thanks for being awesome. - February 23, 2012 at 3:17 PM
- LordOfTape said...
quite frankly i find this amazing. to see someone putting some effort into showing the world what kind of people are out here is fantastic. i mean, every subculture has been studied in the past, although maybe not always during their prime or beginning, but hey, what should make us any different? i think its great that these people did this and were willing to spend their time finding out who we as a community really are. i for one welcome this man into the heard, or as a supporter of it as he says, and hope he conitinues on with his studies. thanks doc! haha
- February 23, 2012 at 3:17 PM
- itsosimple said...
I think this is amazing. I'm looking forward to taking the Survey that is due to be released this week.
- February 23, 2012 at 3:19 PM
- Akirasip said...
Phrase: "Thinking with science" now has a use.
Wonder what crops their research will grow. - February 23, 2012 at 3:19 PM
- Raven said...
The Male brain does recognize child like qualities. Such as a large forehead found in most baby creatures, the brain tells us (males) that it is not to be harmed and/or treated carefully. Can look that up in any psychology book. lol - February 23, 2012 at 3:19 PM
- naahdude said...
No, they're not. I was one of them once. So were you. - February 23, 2012 at 3:20 PM
- Beta-Carotene said...
I agree, and I am much like you in that regard.
However, they're not making a big deal about "why men like a little girls show". I think they're more going into the brony culture itself.
That's the key word: culture.
It's rare for anything, period, to start a subculture. If it was just a bunch of us watching a good show, the psychologists wouldn't bat an eye. But we have meet-ups, and our own music genres, news feeds. We have our own terminology that sometimes borders on a language.
If this were something seen as "mainstream" creating a subculture, then I'm sure none of this would be of interest. But this is something that has never happened before on any scale like this.
Think about it for a second...
A petition about a background character's name in a show called My Little Pony gathered over 25,000 signatures in a little over 3 days.
Even the most hardcore of bronies (and I'm getting there, trust me), have to step back and see that there is definitely something very unusual about that. - February 23, 2012 at 3:25 PM
- Masquerade said...
"After several months of studying bronies, she [Redden] doesn't think, based on scientific evidence, that the group is as weird as they're made out to be by some." This is what I like to hear!
Although, some of the things I object to, as I will always do. MLP might be a nice break from something angering or frustrating, but I watch it because it's... Well, it's got a little bit of everything: Fantastic animation, humor, amazing music. It's entertainment; That's why I watch it. It just so happens that I/we have millions of other people that enjoy what we enjoy, and the same people are able to convince others, and the fandom (which is something that I still can't comprehend) grows.
As to the Rule 34 stuff... It's inevitable that someone will find someone else that has an odd fetish. When so many people are bronies, I guess it only takes one person. I'm frustrated though that someone will label us all in such a way, whether it's for shits and giggles or to knock us down a few pegs or to make our community look bad.
For the record, I don't want another 'community' argument. I understand that what SHOULD happen is that said person looks past those bronies and realizes what we are, but it rarely happens; thus, it makes us look bad. - February 23, 2012 at 3:26 PM
- InfinityDash said...
He's going to diagnose us all with a severe case of ponyitis.
- February 23, 2012 at 3:26 PM
- Big mackintosh said...
to quote Professor Membrane: REAL SCIENCE!!! Try it!!!
- February 23, 2012 at 3:27 PM
- Loveless_Neko said...
evrytime everyting is about the U.S.
:D im from germany and there are many other Bronies who does not live in the U.S.A.
otherwise its nice to see that there are people which want to understand and accept us!
Friendship 4 ever :D - February 23, 2012 at 3:28 PM
- Sneaky Beeftaco said...
I am also intrigued about our culture, COMMENCE WITH ZE SCIENCE!
- February 23, 2012 at 3:29 PM
- Jay6 said...
Is anyone else having issues seeing all the comments? It's only showing the first 8 (unless I try to make a reply to someone's post). It's also not showing the post comment box.
On topic: It was a good read. One thing throws me off about the whole thing though, and it was one of his last comments. He wants to write a book about it? - February 23, 2012 at 3:29 PM
- itsosimple said...
@comickid not everyone is surrounded by people that will except that they are a Brony. I for one am one of those people. If it were ever found out that I was one, I would be shuned and alienated from my family...and that's not an exaggeration.
Some people are lucky enough where they can be as open as they want to be with what interests they pursue, others such as my self are constantly walking on eggshells carefully navigating the internet/life being careful what we allow others to see. - February 23, 2012 at 3:30 PM
- Beta-Carotene said...
Yes, It's been going on for the past few days. I've had to sorta work my way around it. What browser are you using? - February 23, 2012 at 3:30 PM
- JustSomeGuy said...
From a cultural perspective I do think it is quite facinating, what you have here is a large group of males who have cast off the typical social expectations and embraced something that society says they shouldn't. There are probably numerous factors that all contribute to this, but they all managed to come together at just the right time to produce something you rarely see.
- February 23, 2012 at 3:31 PM
- Mike said...
I met this guy at the last Bronycon! Didn't talk to him for very long since I'd been waiting to get in all day and was starving. But before I ran off to get food, He pointed me to linear regression analysis. Cool stuff. I just wish I had more time to spend learning about it.
I wonder if he might test some hypotheses I've developed, if they are relevant to his/his colleague's area of research. - February 23, 2012 at 3:31 PM
- Jay6 said...
I'm using Firefox. On other posts, I can see all the comments just fine, and the normal post comment box. Just not this EqD post for whatever reason. - February 23, 2012 at 3:33 PM
- Beta-Carotene said...
Using Chrome, but it seems to happen in IE too. Glad to know its not just my computer.
It's been happening to most of the posts for me, and it's really difficult to respond to people. - February 23, 2012 at 3:34 PM
- Graveheart said...
Honestly, while the article IS interesting, it's also kind of sad that our culture has to rely on something like this to accept a culture like us Bronies. It's disheartening to say the least.
- February 23, 2012 at 3:34 PM
- JD said...
@Masquerade I agree about what you said on why we like the show.
- February 23, 2012 at 3:36 PM
- Mike said...
Wow, you've somehow snatched the title of youngest brony from my younger brother. Impressive.
Also, definately consider what this guy has to say:
@Beta-Carotene - February 23, 2012 at 3:37 PM
- wloff said...
I claim that it all boils down to the community itself.
I've been really excited about a lot of things in my life: tv shows, books, video games, musicians...all the way to calling myself a die-hard fan. But eventually the interest withers out because there's really not that big of a channel to convey it. Or even if there is a fanbase, a lot of the time it's something that's difficult to relate to.
Ponies, however... it's all personal, of course, and everyone has their own reasons why they got into the fandom. But for me the biggest defining aspect was just how amazingly positive the brony community is. I don't know if it has anything to do with the economy, or terrorism, or whatnot, but I just completely and thoroughly love having something so fundamentally positive in my life.
And I'm willing to bet it's affecting a lot of the bronies themselves. Positivity creates more positivity. I'm not even talking about those stories about how ponies save people from depression or suicide (even though those stories are actually surprisingly common). It all shows in the little things best of all: how artists draw so much inspiration from the show and, most of all, each other; how so many are so willing to join all the charities without even batting an eye; and how so many men openly speak about shedding "manly tears" over an episode, a piece of fanart, or a fanfic story.
That's kind of special in the world where guys are expected to never show any kind of emotion or claim they care about anything that's simply kind, positive and beautiful. - February 23, 2012 at 3:38 PM
- Beta-Carotene said...
Hey wloff, sorry to derail but I've been trying to contact you. Can you follow my profile to my blog? I think we may be able to help each other out.
Ok, back to pony psychology 101 :) - February 23, 2012 at 3:42 PM
- CaptainDash said...
It's like the part in Skrillex's Rock and Roll "Good People, good times."
This is pretty much as close as you'll get to a utopian society on the internet. The vast majority of the time, everyone gets along with everyone else. - February 23, 2012 at 3:42 PM
- Feliksas said...
Sorry for my rocking English in advance
It is pleasant to see that someone is interested in bronies and the community.Some facts are true and some are not it is unavoidable to get a lot of disinformation.In my opinion this "analyze" is veig because at the end of the survey the information gathered by ONE scientist will by invalid no mater what outcome it takes .We are living in a follower community that has "The instinct of pack" the Left community the right community and the neutrals.The left ones will always enhance the negative things about the topic and the right ones will enhance the positive ones .Bat in the end positive ones will not outweigh the negative ones because humans oftenly notice only the negative ones.Bat there is always hope So lets hope that a miracle will happen and majority of the individuals will approve this . - February 23, 2012 at 3:43 PM
- Beta-Carotene said...
@ wloff
Please respond if you get this so I'll know not to bother you anymore if you decline. - February 23, 2012 at 3:44 PM
- FreezingShock said...
This is actually pretty cool, and he seemed like a really nice guy as well. That talk about our aversion to answering questions related to porn was good for a laugh :P.
When/If that book comes out, I really hope it'll be available outside the US. I fear it may be a bit americanocentric, though, what with his comments about terrorism and such, which are nowhere near as important outside the US. - February 23, 2012 at 3:44 PM
- TFV said...
damn this "bronyologist" seems to be a really good guy. science is magic x]
- February 23, 2012 at 3:44 PM
- dash said...
I saw you wrote " odd little community" I don't think you know hoe many of us are out there.
- February 23, 2012 at 3:47 PM
- wloff said...
Sorry, I suck at this Blogger thing and don't really notice any messages. Sure thing, I'll get in touch! - February 23, 2012 at 3:48 PM
- Keksy said...
Wow, we've grown big huh? We are going to have a book about us? I mean that's pretty big. I'm intrigued to see what they learn about our community and hopefully make more people realize we aren't all a bunch of weirdos
- February 23, 2012 at 3:49 PM
- reejis99 said...
I am intrigued by the Brony/Ron Paul support crossover in the side link :S
- February 23, 2012 at 3:51 PM
- ZeroHero said...
Science is a brony's best friend, it would seem. :3
No complaints here, I'm glad we are getting the scientific world on our side, and finally, FINALLY, start proving to the media and the society that follows it that we are not as "weird" as they make us seem.
Science has always and will always be my friend. :) - February 23, 2012 at 3:52 PM
- Agile Bolt said...
I retract my earlier statement after rereading the article properly and have to say this is pretty amazing to be honest. I will full support the Doc on his studies when he needs it.
- February 23, 2012 at 3:54 PM
- Lee said...
These guys are amazing! They truly value and try to understand Bronies, a fact I am really thankful for.
- February 23, 2012 at 3:54 PM
- Twifight Sparkill said...
I find this study intriguing - i'm certainly pleased that it's being headed by an optimistic sort. So many hate without trying to understand, tsk.
This will allow an insight, albeit generalized, into our world. A world I only barely understand, yet adore nonetheless. Can't wait until it's completed! - February 23, 2012 at 3:57 PM
- LosKnoggos said...
good article with the exception of the U.S.-centerd argument. There are far enough bronies outside the U.S. to call this a world-wide phenomena.
- February 23, 2012 at 4:00 PM
- JD said...
Man a book about bronies. This all happened so fast! I mean its only been two years since we've started and now look at us! Our fandom is truly amazing! XD
- February 23, 2012 at 4:01 PM
- darkconsoles said...
Book about us? So awesome.
Entire phenomenon is pretty amazing. I mean, i know a show much better than ponies, but there's something in them that make me happy. Maybe it's rainbow dash :) Or lack of violence. - February 23, 2012 at 4:02 PM
- dpando9 said...
hey if the awesome professor posts up any more of these surveys... PUT THEM UP! I would gladly contribute to them. :)
- February 23, 2012 at 4:05 PM
- Dj-Equestria said...
Bronyology will they be teaching tis is science class now aw sweet i would so ace something like that :D
- February 23, 2012 at 4:11 PM
- Kyronea said...
Oh my goodness yes. I can't believe I didn't hear about this before now. I must help this man with his studies. Psychological studies of pony fans can only be beneficial for our community.
- February 23, 2012 at 4:19 PM
- Laurence Brown said...
I agree with the calls that the Brony movement isn't just US based. But when you're just two people doing their best, without any major funding, you have to go with what you have on hand. Heck, I'd imagine they'd love for the chance to hire more help, or go overseas themselves, but (from what I gathered from the article), they aren't getting paid to do this study; that's why they're still teaching, and I would also imagine is a small part for the book, so they can get back some of the investment of the time and money they have put into this.
That aside, I'd certainly would love to see their book and whatever else they come up with. Being able to see how subcultures like ours are formed, and how the internet and social media tools available to us help us get and stay in touch, I think would be an interesting read. Not to mention it would be nice to read something positive for a change, instead of how messed up the world has come in all of its myriad ways. - February 23, 2012 at 4:19 PM
- SparkCloud said...
Word to the Doc, "Psych Ology"
Your a brony. Even if you don't admit it openly.
Your book will be the first nonfiction book I will gladly buy. Also, this phenomenon surrounding ponies has no explaination, unless the answer is the show uses mind control. That I could believe! - February 23, 2012 at 4:20 PM
- Wilowah said...
This is pretty exciting! As a psychology student, this really gets me pumped and proud to be a Brony. Of course, this takes away any objectivity I'd have if I were to attempt to contribute to the study... xD
- February 23, 2012 at 4:21 PM
- mysia-ri said...
This is such a refreshing change of pace from all of the haters. :3
- February 23, 2012 at 4:22 PM
- Lolly said...
It's official, we have our own scientist, and our own science. This pleases me.
- February 23, 2012 at 4:32 PM
- Mirage Seraph said...
I remember that survey, didn't know it was this serious. Glad to have contributed to it, also can't wait for the next one. A few things in the article that kind of turn me away though, but I'm sure they've already been mentioned. Doubt I'll read the book, but would be helpful to quote an objective source when trying to explain that the show is more than just what society thinks.
- February 23, 2012 at 4:33 PM
- BeezelPony said...
To be honest I absolutely adore the show. But what's keeping me hooked is the community around it. If it was anything less than what it is right now, I wouldn't be so hyped about waking up on saturdays to watch the livestream and chat about it.
I love ponies, but you people are just plain awesome. - February 23, 2012 at 4:39 PM
- Taunt said...
When one's fandom becomes large enough and develops its own rules and identity that separates it from other fandoms that may follow other shows or literary works it tends to catch the attention of people. And when that group is curious enough, it'll be deemed a sub-culture, such as bronydom now.
And really, I'd much rather we are examined by Science than Faux news. They at least look at us objectively, as opposed to "finding a character", as the article read. And I find Edward's explanation for out existence far better than some of the others I read (which makes us all out to be a gang of man-babies). - February 23, 2012 at 4:43 PM
- Taunt said...
Additionally I've been wondering why the fuck I like this fandom and identify with it and stick to it. - February 23, 2012 at 4:44 PM
- Mister Twister said...
When we stop enjoying things, we start researching them.
Scientists are a sad lot. - February 23, 2012 at 4:47 PM
- Calpain said...
@Mister Twister
Hey now, I'm a neuroscientist and I can tell you from personal experience that scientists (especially some physicists I know) really know how to have a good time!
Not only that, we research things because we enjoy knowing more about the subjects we're researching. After all, if we didn't enjoy what we researched why even bother? - February 23, 2012 at 4:51 PM
- Joel said...
"While sexual fanfiction and fanart are a large part of the brony community"
... Have I missed soomething here? LARGE part? No it isn't, it's a small part, fortunately. - February 23, 2012 at 4:55 PM
- 90986af2-5e79-11e1-ba81-000bcdca4d7a said...
- February 23, 2012 at 4:57 PM
- Deucey Dee said...
Define "scientific". I'm sorry, but I'm skeptical as to what the "results" are going to be.
Wait, he's going to write a book on us? Sweet! - February 23, 2012 at 4:58 PM
- Dream Warden said...
Terrorism is a fear problem in USA! I had no idea. Does the state do something for those affected? Do they get psychological help.
This is a serious issue which I where completely unaware of. - February 23, 2012 at 4:59 PM
- CageTheElement said...
I honestly feel left out. I post in all sorts of brony related sites and I haven't even heard of this until now. I would've loved to participate! If the doctor or any of his team are reading this, please note that I plan on contacting you soon!
- February 23, 2012 at 5:03 PM
- Amazoness! Guy said...
@Mister Twister
Yes, heaven forbid we ever learn anything about anything. - February 23, 2012 at 5:03 PM
- Dream Warden said...
I am of course not an expert, but this makes me wonder. What does Rocket Science have to do with Psychology? - February 23, 2012 at 5:04 PM
- Deucey Dee said...
He has a point that some of the bronies go a little overboard, but the rest of it sounds like he doesn't get the philosophical substance behind the show that allows us to connect so well to the show and inspires us to treat it with so much love. - February 23, 2012 at 5:05 PM
- Dj-Equestria said...
there gonna strap up down and test on us
they will promise cake but we know they wont give any in the end - February 23, 2012 at 5:08 PM
- iloveMLP said...
You sir are now a bronyologist
the study of bronies in their natural habitat - February 23, 2012 at 5:22 PM
- DJ Thop said...
Dammit he beat me
I started a survey a long while back but was having much trouble interpreting the results - February 23, 2012 at 5:24 PM
- naahdude said...
In that case, KYM has a very similar survey going on right now that's still accepting participants.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dFBZQjJYdjNiVUI3akxaSGR6YTN4MEE6MQ - February 23, 2012 at 5:32 PM
- reclaimedvalor said...
I wouldn't say sex is a LARGE part of the fandom, but it is there.
- February 23, 2012 at 5:46 PM
- Scott Muir said...
I have a feeling that no matter what this survey comes out like, the media won't EVER show the "average brony". It will be like media coverage of Sci-Fi fans (IE.. the crazy ones who live in their parent's basement and dresses up 24-7 like a Klingon). The only bronies that the average joe public is going to get exposed to are the really nutball ones who are generally not a representative of the whole community. Heck. FOX News (and I use the term "News" VERY VERY loosely) pretty much implied (read almost came out and said) that we were this horrifying mix of homosexual, and pedophile, and furry who are sexually attracted to stuffed animals and animated ponies. It's a shame really that they only show the CRAZY FRINGE, WAY OUT THERE, representatives of the community. It's a shame, really.
- February 23, 2012 at 5:50 PM
- Deucey Dee said...
Okay, so I read the article (my first comment was posted before reading it).
Wow. Just, wow. I was almost if not completely touched by the open-mindedness these guys are showing. These guys discovered and reacted to us just like everyone did at first, but then, being men of science, they decided to look for its meaning, instead of picking an opinion and sticking with it. They want to know the truth, and they KNOW that truth is unbiased.
So, how best to learn about a group of people? Well, they came to us, and began examining us, reporting only what they find. Of course, in order to get a close enough look at us, they started by earning our trust. What really got through to me was that they realized the trouble we've been put through, and assured us that they didn't mean any "harm", which makes me think of a metaphor.
It's like a brony is an animal that is intimidating, but not primarily peaceful. They are prominent, and they are defensive. The people who see them as abominations are primitive warriors, attacking them and driving them away to protect themselves, and even though the creatures are harmless to begin with, the attacks enrage them and make them dangerous. Then, along come these scientists, who want to study this fascinating species that they've suddenly stumbled upon. At first, these creatures are defensive towards the scientists, expecting that they will treat them as harshly as the others. Realizing the situation, the scientists approach slowly, and manage to tame the creatures and earn their trust. Then, they begin their research.
What happens next is perhaps up to how the world responds to the scientists' research. Will they continue attacking the creatures, forcing them to become hostile towards all? Will they come to accept their true nature, and leave them be? Will they embrace them, and bring them into their civilization? Only time will tell.
The only thing we can do is show these men all there is to see, and hope that the truth will be revealed and seen properly. - February 23, 2012 at 5:51 PM
- Zombie said...
As interesting as this sounds, I am skeptical. Bronies as a reaction to the War on Terror? That's...a bit of a stretch. I don't feel as if Americans have truly been feeling tense for the past decade. Go to Afghanistan or North Korea if you want to see people living in turmoil. Things have been positively cheery over here by comparison. Also, the stuff they said about Fox News was nonsense. Fox has only mentioned bronies a handful of times, the most notorious of which was a tongue-in-cheek sketch on a late-night comedy show which everyone took too seriously.
- February 23, 2012 at 5:52 PM
- Zachary D. said...
It's good to know aperture science is here to help out. Love ya Cave
- February 23, 2012 at 6:23 PM
- Maggotpulse said...
Yay! I knew something like this would one day happen!
- February 23, 2012 at 6:25 PM
- Clockwork said...
I was asking myself this question not to long ago. At first glance the fandom seems to fly in the face of everything that guys are taught to like. But then as i thought about it I started picking up on things beyond just 'ponies are awesome'. For me at least, MLP is like a throwback to the glory days of cartoons. The show is well written, it has an entertaining story, the characters have actual personalities and grow as the show goes on, and its genuinely funny and cute. It also throws in nod to older show for its adult audience and tries to teach a lesson to the viewer through entertainment to make those who watch and care better for it. Most kid's shows today are completely unoriginal and rehash the same lowball humor, have characters with one-dimensional peronalites, or are completely asinine. Our fandom also has one of the most dicerse, creative, and accepting communities driving it. Since i got into ponies in september last year i haven't regretted anything. I've been the most genuinely happy that I've been in years and have rediscovered so many things that I used to love but gave up on. If these scientists are honestly interested in learning about the real brony culture and showing it to the world, I fully support them.
- February 23, 2012 at 6:49 PM
- Clockwork said...
I was asking myself this question not to long ago. At first glance the fandom seems to fly in the face of everything that guys are taught to like. But then as i thought about it I started picking up on things beyond just 'ponies are awesome'. For me at least, MLP is like a throwback to the glory days of cartoons. The show is well written, it has an entertaining story, the characters have actual personalities and grow as the show goes on, and its genuinely funny and cute. It also throws in nod to older show for its adult audience and tries to teach a lesson to the viewer through entertainment to make those who watch and care better for it. Most kid's shows today are completely unoriginal and rehash the same lowball humor, have characters with one-dimensional peronalites, or are completely asinine. Our fandom also has one of the most dicerse, creative, and accepting communities driving it. Since i got into ponies in september last year i haven't regretted anything. I've been the most genuinely happy that I've been in years and have rediscovered so many things that I used to love but gave up on. If these scientists are honestly interested in learning about the real brony culture and showing it to the world, I fully support them.
- February 23, 2012 at 6:53 PM
- evenfall said...
Bah. Fox should stick to politics. Not whatever trend the general public is into at the moment.
- February 23, 2012 at 6:58 PM
- Masquerade said...
Scientific name: Ponius Bronius
Finds habitats in nearly every niche of the internet.
Highly invasive. Spreads quickly. - February 23, 2012 at 7:03 PM
- IndustrialBreeze said...
I love psychology. Can't wait for the book to come out.
- February 23, 2012 at 7:23 PM
- Zombie said...
To the best of my knowledge, the Fox News Channel has only brought up bronies once, and it wasn't in a negative contest. Also a single commentator on a local Fox affiliate spoke ill of bronies, but that is completely divorced from the Fox News cable channel. It just annoys me when folks act like Fox hates bronies. It just ain't so.
- February 23, 2012 at 7:23 PM
- Tom Brony said...
It's legit, well at least he is. Second result...Patrick W. Edwards..
http://www.wofford.edu/search/searchDepartmentResults.aspx?department=Psychology - February 23, 2012 at 7:24 PM
- Nulono said...
"Because the show is awesome."
There, I wrote your paper for you. - February 23, 2012 at 7:27 PM
- BronyHaterSlayer said...
A book about the Brony phenomenon, eh? That I would definitely read.
- February 23, 2012 at 7:30 PM
- Unknown said...
I wonder if these psychologists are actually exploring the gender role issues that the popularity of my little pony dredges up. Sexism against men is rarely addressed. The quotes about war and coping could be lazily extrapolated from almost anything Americans are a fan of currently (and the international fandom makes it irrelevant). It doesn't seem to be founded on anything in particular. I wonder if the author of this article purposely put that quote a couple paragraphs after the statements about unbiased research. :P
- February 23, 2012 at 7:35 PM
- Taunt said...
Realize that this article only touched on the basic idea. There's little in the way of time or space to go on and explain the co-relation between the War on Terror and Bronies. They said they'd do some follow-ups, get some articles published in professional scientific journals, and maybe get a book out that'll go more in detail on why we're a reaction to the War on Terror.
Even then though, it's not the only reason. Considering there may be other contributing factors, normal day-to-day lives are considerably more stressful than they were back in the maybe the 60's or the 50's. So I'd consider the "escapist" explanation as being a/one of the rather legitimate explanation(s) on the fandom's existence and identity.
But as said before, we'll need to wait for the professional article to be released. For now we just got the public teaser. - February 23, 2012 at 7:50 PM
- Yuri said...
- February 23, 2012 at 8:07 PM
- Blayze Kohime said...
Maybe we can all drive him insane like that psychologist in Animaniacs.
- February 23, 2012 at 8:42 PM
- curiouscurious said...
"I think bronies are a reaction to the U.S. having been engrossed in terrorism for past ten years, living on the edge the same way my generation lived through the Cold War. They're tired of being afraid, tired of angst and animosity. They want to go somewhere a lot more pleasant."- redden
I APPROVE - February 23, 2012 at 9:17 PM
- BKaneda said...
Before MLP I Never would've believed that others would take time to try and understand another without first harshly judging them. Now I am happy to be proven wrong time and time again by this community and others associated with it.
A prime example is this researcher and his associate trying to understand the community rather than condemning it from the stump like so many other mainstream media outlets, and even society in general, does.
I've just recently finished the first survey, despite the fact that it was over so long ago, and I'm actually quite excited to take part in the new one apparently coming up on the 26th to try and lend an understanding of the brony mind. Let's science this together. - February 23, 2012 at 9:40 PM
- sweep said...
@D. Shadows
If you took the survey you would understand. There is a TON of material to analyze. It's absolutely massive and quite interesting. - February 23, 2012 at 9:50 PM
- Science Owns said...
It's sad how many people like this guy are completely clueless as to how and why research is conducted. From an objectively neutral standpoint the Pony community is both fascinating and perplexing. There are many questions that can only be answered by careful observation and prodding, which is exactly what this team is attempting to do.
I can't wait to see the finished product of all of their work. It's bound to be enthralling! - February 23, 2012 at 10:11 PM
- dec9c396-5ea7-11e1-9658-000bcdcb8a73 said...
Well, this is certainly an unexpected turn of events, but perhaps it was only a matter of time. The mention of the war on terrorism and media references jumped out at me in particular, given the visibility of both factors in my support for this show, as indicated in my (three-part) response in the "Discussion: How has Friendship is Magic affected you?" thread a short time ago. For now, I will simply be fascinated by what Drs. Edwards and Redden end up learning from their study.
- February 23, 2012 at 10:52 PM
- dec9c396-5ea7-11e1-9658-000bcdcb8a73 said...
Well, this is certainly an unexpected turn of events, but perhaps it was only a matter of time. The mention of the war on terrorism and media references jumped out at me in particular, given the visibility of both factors in my support for this show, as indicated in my (three-part) response in the "Discussion: How has Friendship is Magic affected you?" thread a short time ago. For now, I will simply be fascinated by what Drs. Edwards and Redden end up learning from their study.
- February 23, 2012 at 10:52 PM
- Sam Richardson said...
I quite enjoy taking surveys like this, makes me think about myself and why I truly do enjoy This.
- February 23, 2012 at 11:00 PM
- Ponified Commando said...
Guy's Ponified, and actively promoting his ponification within the brony comunity, and his son is a brony... Yeah, he's totally objective LOL.
Its really weird doing this servey though because i'm a completely different person to when i started watching MLP... And it may be because of MLP. The comunity has been up for so long (As far as modern media is concerned) can any of us say we haven't been transformed by the show, spiritually and psychologically? wouldn't that mean that any sort of servey that attempts to find out what atracts people to the heard futile if the heard changes people? (For the better mind you).
I sense some futility in this endevor, especialy considering media's opinion of a subculture is based on generating fear in the 30-80 year old upper middle class demographic. what generates more fear than a group the EXCLUSIVELY consists of peophile furry lovers, and could be anyone?
Actually i have one thing that they might find even more terrifiying. A group of people which loves everyone and becomes more and more powerful with each day. something that threatends to undermind the empire built on money and fear. cause lets face it, the church of celestia would totally work and we would all totally join and those facts scare the shit out of US, imagine how the general population will react when bronies come to the door asking "Have you found eternal salvation through our saviour Twilight Sparkle? The one who gathered the elements of harmony, banished eternal darkness, perpetual caos and brought redemption to the Mare in the Moon? No? well heres season one of My Little Pony, join the herd" - February 24, 2012 at 12:16 AM
- FamusJamus said...
"I think bronies are a reaction to the U.S. having been engrossed in terrorism for past ten years, living on the edge the same way my generation lived through the Cold War." I call bullshit.
We had a professor attempt to make a paper on Youtube Poop he never really got what we were about. And he believed that internet phenomenon was a US one.
This is someone getting in over their head whilst trying to publish a paper for money. - February 24, 2012 at 2:53 AM
- Vulcan539 said...
Can't wait to hear what he has to say about his findings when he's finnished and published.
Apsalotluetly love learning about anything and everything.
I hope his second survey has some question for us non-USA bronies.
New Zealand has over 200 known and from what I'v seen were at the low end of things. - February 24, 2012 at 3:33 AM
- Corporal Pinkie Pie said...
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- February 24, 2012 at 6:43 AM
- Corporal Pinkie Pie said...
So basically, this scientist is a brony in denial, for he claims that he isn't a brony, yet he watched the first season of MLP, he fed it to his colleague, and he studies "Bronyology". Sure we may have taken over science, which is what I consider fantastic news, but when it comes to being used for testing such as this, I say why not.
- February 24, 2012 at 6:46 AM
- BHDragn4207 said...
I'm game for the study. I'd love to help others get a better understanding. I especially think the 2nd study this guy is planning will be quite interesting. I hope to be able to participate!
- February 24, 2012 at 7:26 AM
- Scott Muir said...
I don't know. I like the show because it's funny and the artwork is so over the top. The thing that really attracted me to Bronydom was the hilarious videos and comics our more creative members make. I just wish the community could get along without all the shipping and the occasional rule 34. Neither of those exist in my view of the Pony world. Pony world should be platonic and unspoiled.
- February 24, 2012 at 1:21 PM
- Pav Feira said...
Slightly disappointed that the story didn't have much new info, though it's good to hear that the second-round survey is nearing.
...And then I revisit their site only to see that they've completely reskined it, AND the ETA of the next survey is Feb 26! Woo!
I talked with Dr. Edwards in person at BronyCon, and Dr. Redden via email. They're good people, and I hope that everyone helps out their next survey. They're remaining as unbiased as possible, and letting the facts do the talking, just like you should. This is a huge favor to us, because now we have science backing up the claims we've been asserting for over a year. - February 25, 2012 at 12:30 AM
- Titan-Slayer said...
Whats the point of this? We all already know the scientific explanation for bronies is autism.
*runs and ducks for cover* - February 26, 2012 at 1:21 PM
- FamusJamus said...
@Titan-Slayer Lemme fix that for you:
"Whats the point of this? We all already know the scientific explanation for every internet subculture is autism.
*runs and ducks behind a shitstorm shield*"
:D - February 26, 2012 at 3:33 PM
- privateD.lister said...
This guy's taking "I'm-not-a-brony, I'm-only-watching-because" excuses to a whole new level!
- February 26, 2012 at 7:56 PM
- landon's world said...
@Mister Twister
Well, without Scientist's, you wouldn't have half the things you use on a daily basis. Hell, you wouldn't have a computer to type your comment. And, forget about a calculator, without scientist's, you would still be using a Abacus or Slide Rule to do calculus. So think before you speck. - February 27, 2012 at 2:58 PM


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