![]() I’m in my 30s, and my sister is in her 20s, and we have conversations with our mother about the show every week. It is educational AND entertaining for children AND adults. Watch the gun safety and communication ones to get an idea of the range.ħ. These are simple and effective, and they are great conversation starters if you are watching with your kids. That said, when episodes deal with difficult topics, they often include PSAs from the cast. Sometimes children’s television can be so hit-you-over-the-head with its messaging that it seems inauthentic, but “Andi Mack” manages to work these plotlines in in an organic way.Ħ. It deals with these heavy topics without making them “very special episodes.” The best way to fight against toxic masculinity is for young men to see role models like these.ĥ. Before Cyrus came out to Jonah, Cyrus helped him through a panic attack. The male characters are often vulnerable with each other. The way it depicts male friendships is so healthy. You can’t always judge the cool boy by his cover.Ĥ. Jonah, the seemingly laid-back ultimate frisbee-playing guy, suffers from anxiety, just as many children and adults do. It accurately depicts anxiety and panic attacks. ![]() Ten out of 10 curly-haired Jewish women can relate to this!ģ. At first she complies - but then she stands up for herself and her hair like the badass she is. In addition to accepting Cyrus’s sexuality, there’s a delightful episode in season 1 in which Buffy is asked to straighten her curly hair because a student complained it was blocking his view of the blackboard. “Andi Mack” features many forms of diversity, which is constantly celebrated. To top it off, there was a funny subplot about kugel. The characters spoke about covering mirrors during a shiva, and Cyrus explained what a minyan was as they recited the Mourner’s Kaddish. “One in a Minyan” really showed how Jewish people grieve. As we mentioned, this show’s bar mitzvah episode was epic - though the series touches on less frequently discussed traditions, too. If there is a Jewish character in a tween show, it will typically be acknowledged once or twice - maybe a bar mitzvah episode, maybe a Hanukkah episode. It teaches kids about Judaism beyond the token bar mitzvah episode. If you need more convincing, here are nine reasons we can’t get enough of “Andi Mack.”ġ. Think of how many Jewish gay teens watched that and felt seen. It was a beautiful moment of acceptance in the most heimishe way possible - in front of an enormous spread of Jewish comfort food. ET/PT on Disney Channel.That’s the first time a character on a Disney Channel ever said the words “I’m gay.” The one-hour Season 2 premiere of “Andi Mack” will air on Oct. In addition to Lee and Rush, the series also stars Sofia Wylie, Asher Angel, Lauren Tom, Lilan Bowden, Trent Garrett, Stoney Westmoreland, and Emily Skinner. It was created and is executive produced by Minsky, who previously created the Disney series “Lizzie McGuire.” Michelle Manning is also an executive producer. The series stars Peyton Elizabeth Lee as Andi, who found out in Season 1 that the person she thought was her older sister is actually her mother. “‘Andi Mack’ is a story about ‘tweens’ figuring out who they are Terri Minsky, the cast and everyone involved in the show takes great care in ensuring that it’s appropriate for all audiences and send a powerful message about inclusion and respect for humanity,” a spokesperson for Disney Channel said in a statement to Variety. The season premiere will also see Andi trying to coax her parents Bex and Bowie to get married, all while she awkwardly sorts out her feelings for Jonah. Disney has been a leader in LGBTQ inclusion and there are so many young people who will be excited to see Cyrus’ story unfold.” ![]() “Television reflects the real life world and today that includes LGBTQ youth who deserve to see their lives depicted on their favorite shows. “With more and more young people coming out as LGBTQ, ‘Andi Mack’ is reflecting the lives and lived experiences of so many LGBTQ youth around the country,” said Sarah Kate Ellis, President and CEO of GLAAD. The storyline was met with praise by LGBTQ groups, who were allowed to screen the premiere in advance. ![]()
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