For a long time, female comedians have been stigmatized in the public arena for being perceived as “not funny” when compared to their male-counterparts. This study seeks to understand comedy defining the characteristics of male and female humor, and understanding how Millennial audiences perceive female comedians.
This study examines how female comedians of Saturday Night Live, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler and Maya Rudolph, are challenging the world of comedy in relation to gender norms and stereotypes. We first conducted a content analysis of SNL episodes and then paired this analysis with in-depth interviews with television viewers. Our research investigates the scope of comedic discourse in the digital age. Below, I have a link that reflects on my process to conduct and complete this research.
The purpose of this study was to address the issue of gender bias in sports media and communication. Along with four other team members, our study focused on how women are seen in the world of sports media and are highlighting gender bias in sports media.
My group focused on the credibility of female sports broadcasters, as it pertains to why they may not have equal opportunities and stature to males when it comes to sports broadcasting, or simply working in the sports media industry. We looked at why women seem to play supporting roles as sideline reporters rather than authoritative figures in the broadcasting booths.
Through quanitative research methods, we conducted a survey. In addition, we evaluated how different people felt about female sports broadcasters and if females were preferred to males through focus groups to gain qualitative results.