Megan Ganz, a former writer on “Community,” accused “Rick and Morty” creator Dan Harmon of sexual harassment last week. In his podcast, Harmon said Ganz was telling the truth in a seven-minute apology. Ganz heard the apology and accepted it, calling it a “masterclass in How to Apologize.” Last week, Megan Ganz, a writer who used to work for “Rick and Morty” co-creator Dan Harmon on NBC’s “Community,” called her former boss out on Twitter for sexually harassing her while she worked on the show. Now Harmon has apologized, and Ganz has accepted it, calling it a “masterclass” in how to apologize. Ganz said Harmon treated her like “garbage” and “crossed lines” while she was a writer on “Community,” which made her question her ability as a writer. In the most recent episode of his podcast, Harmontown, Harmon … [Read more...] about ‘Rick and Morty’ co-creator Dan Harmon apologized for sexually harassing a writer on his show ‘Community’ — and she called it a ‘masterclass’ in how to apologize
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Shareholders urge Twitter, Facebook to combat sexual harassment
Facebook and Twitter, under fire for Russian manipulation of their social media sites, are now facing heat from shareholders, who say the companies need to do more to combat sexual harassment of women on their platforms. Arjuna Capital and the New York State Common Retirement Fund announced Thursday they had co-filed shareholder resolutions asking both companies to produce a “detailed report on the scope of sexual harassment on their platforms and the remedies either in place or already contemplated for the future.” The resolutions, aimed at the companies’ annual shareholder meetings later this year, also address the topics of fake news, election interference, violence and hate speech.“Sexual harassment online is a threat to women and a danger to long-term shareholder value,” said Natasha Lamb, managing partner at Arjuna Capital. “If users feel unsafe on the platform, they simply won’t use it.” Read more: Twitter rolls out stricter … [Read more...] about Shareholders urge Twitter, Facebook to combat sexual harassment
She created a list to warn women about ‘S—ty Media Men’ accused of sexual harassment. She just outed herself
WASHINGTON—In October, a spreadsheet made its way into the inboxes of women in the media industry. The list of names, titled “S---ty Media Men,” provided a disclaimer: “This document is only a collection of misconduct allegations and rumours.”“Take everything with a grain of salt,” it added. “If you see a man you’re friends with, don’t freak out.”On the list were men from major newspapers, publishing companies and literary magazines. The allegations against them ranged from “flirting,” to “weird lunch ‘dates’,” to accusations of drugging, sexual assault and rape. Circulated about a week after the New York Times revealed decades of allegations of sexual harassment against Harvey Weinstein, the media men list was intended as a whisper network, an alternative outlet for women to report inappropriate behaviour — and warn others in the same circles.Women could edit the list … [Read more...] about She created a list to warn women about ‘S—ty Media Men’ accused of sexual harassment. She just outed herself
Former top Fox News reporter left network following history of harassment allegations
James Rosen left Fox News in December. NPR reported that he made unsolicited physical advances on women in the newsroom. A former top Fox News reporter left the bureau at the end of last year after harassment claims. Former chief Washington correspondent James Rosen left Fox News in December with little fanfare, a move some of his colleagues told NPR followed a pattern of harassment of women at the network. NPR reported that Rosen sent inappropriate messages through the network’s internal message service, attempted to grope and kiss multiple employees over his tenure at the network, and when one staffer rebuffed him, he sought to steal her sources and stories. Rumors had swirled about Rosen’s behavior for years. According to emails revealed in 2016 by Gawker, former State Department official Philippe Reines gossiped with reporters about Rosen’s behavior, saying he was removed from the State Department bureau after he … [Read more...] about Former top Fox News reporter left network following history of harassment allegations
Golden Globes present opportunity for stars to make statement on sexual harassment
Harvey Weinstein won’t be at the Golden Globes. But his spectre looms large over Sunday’s awards ceremony, as it promises to be must-see TV. It used to be something of a cliché that A-list actors and actresses thanked God first and then Weinstein in their acceptance speeches. Or in the case of Meryl Streep: “I just want to thank . . . God, Harvey Weinstein,” when she accepted the award for The Iron Lady.How times have changed. This year, many, including Streep, Emma Stone and Jessica Chastain have said they will wear sombre black to protest harassment in the industry when the show airs Sunday at 8 p.m. from the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. … [Read more...] about Golden Globes present opportunity for stars to make statement on sexual harassment