Are Sexist, Sensationalistic Headlines Going to Be the Norm for Women’s MMA?

For most writers, the main takeaway from UFC 157 was Ronda Rousey‘s superlative grit and athleticism—the keyword being most.  There was one individual, a writer for The Examiner by the name of Eric Holden, who was enamored by something different: The champion’s post-fight celebratory meal. Or, as he said it, the putting of “hot meat […]

For most writers, the main takeaway from UFC 157 was Ronda Rousey‘s superlative grit and athleticism—the keyword being most.  There was one individual, a writer for The Examiner by the name of Eric Holden, who was enamored by something different: The champion’s post-fight celebratory meal. Or, as he said it, the putting of “hot meat […]

Is the Miesha Tate and Ronda Rousey Promo on Showtime Sexist?

Miesha Tate and Ronda Rousey are both in the main event of the Strikeforce card on Saturday and it’s easy to see why after watching the Showtime promo that has run on YouTube. Both Tate and Rousey are attractive. While fans could argue that Tate …

Miesha Tate and Ronda Rousey are both in the main event of the Strikeforce card on Saturday and it’s easy to see why after watching the Showtime promo that has run on YouTube. Both Tate and Rousey are attractive. While fans could argue that Tate has had a great career as well, it isn’t the […]