avatarJennifer McDougall

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Abstract

The article "Where Are All the Doctor Funny Women?" addresses the gender imbalance in the Doctor Funny editorial team, noting that despite two out of three editors being cis-women, there is a perceived absence of female voices in their ranks. It highlights the importance of diversity in storytelling and humor, drawing attention to the global 50% female population and the gender ratios in places like Oman. The piece humorously references Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's gender-balanced cabinet and his unique haircut during Covid, before asserting that the publication values contributions from individuals of all genders and backgrounds. The author, Jennifer J. McDougall, calls for the return of women writers and acknowledges the value of varied experiences in enriching the publication's content.

Opinions

  • The author believes that diversity, especially the inclusion of women's voices, is crucial for a well-rounded humor publication.
  • There is a subtle critique of societal norms, as the author points out the irony in Confucius's quote about women's worth relative to men's.
  • The article suggests that a gender-diverse editorial team leads to better representation and a broader range of humor and storytelling.
  • The author uses humor and pop culture references, such as the shirtless image of Justin Trudeau and the Jim Carrey Dumb and Dumber look, to engage the reader and make a point about gender representation.
  • There is an acknowledgment that while the publication does not discriminate based on gender, there is still work to be done to ensure equal representation of women and non-binary individuals.
  • The piece playfully pokes fun at the idea that men cannot fully understand certain experiences, such as childbirth, which underscores the need for diverse storytelling.
  • The author expresses a desire to not offend, yet anticipates that the topic may be contentious, demonstrating self-awareness about the potential impact of the discussion.

HELLLLOOOO???

Where Are All the Doctor Funny Women?

They seem to have disappeared

Peace out, peeps. Photo by Kiana Bosman on Unsplash

“One hundred women are not worth a single testicle.” Confucius

The Doctor Funny publication has three editors. Two are cis-women.

Most of us know-it-alls realize that women make up 50% of the population. Although my highly arduous online research has determined that in Oman the men-to-women ratio is 3:1. That makes for busy strip clubs and some awkward Tinder action.

So when it comes to our editorial staff 2 out of 3 is pretty good odds, hey? We’re even better represented than the females in Justin Trudeau’s gender-balanced Canadian cabinet.*

*Yes, international reader, he’s the shirtless hottie who boxed his way into hearts around the world. Sexy. Until this North-of-the-USA Prime Minister couldn’t find a hairdresser during Covid and slashed his hair into a Jim Carrey Dumb and Dumber look.

But back to women.

Where for art thou, women?

I’m sure this request and article is going to offend someone. It’s not my intent, but I usually do. Most often, though, it’s a local incel, one of my church-going neighbors, or my ex-in-laws. Take that for what you will.

I don’t want to offend. Honestly.

We at Doctor Funny don’t actually know your gender. And, in all truth, it doesn’t matter. We don’t really care if you’re cis-male, cis-female, non-binary, transgender, or gender fluid.

“So why then are you harping on and on and on about women writers disappearing from the ranks of Doctor Funny?” you ask, coddling the Tom Collins your 16-year-old Filipino nanny just made from scratch.

“Here’s why,” I patiently explain. “Here’s what we want.”

Stories. Jokes. Laughter. From many experiences.

How can we know how to best eat a Ginger if we don’t have one to tell us?

Adam Robinson is so hilarious I need to change my sweatpants when I read his stuff. Like this one about giving birth while wearing grey.

But can he actually know what it’s like to have a human head crest from his labia? Of course not you silly lil cum bucket.

His open-legged pose and blissful facial expression is only a guess.

He has no idea. Whereas wise Kristen Stark KNOWS. She gave birth while pole dancing. Not really, but read her piece nonetheless.

Christopher Robin can tell us about how to erotically tease his wife while blowing a unicorn.

But can he tell us about being a Dance Mom? Nope. We need Kristine Laco for that.

See? We need everyone. Both sides. All sides. Come back, women. Come back, everyone!

Confucius was right. “One hundred women are not worth a single testicle.” Of course we aren’t.

We are worth at least 12,000 of those squishy, hairy, sperm-filled kiwis.

But then again, what would I know about testicles? I don’t have them.

See? We need all people to tell us all sides.

©Jennifer J. McDougall 2023

Women Writers
Satire
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Doctor Funny
Humor
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