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Man and Wife

(Rated TV-14, Reality TV, Starring Fat Man Scoop, Shanda Freeman, Where to watch: MTV, Online)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 16, age appropriate for kids over 18; suggested age 16.

  • Is it any good?

    2.0

  • Common Sense says

    Sex "edutainment" show is for mature audiences.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 16–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    The hosts offer advice about sex and relationships, but in a way that's more entertaining and titillating than educational (neither is a professional therapist). They make a point of the fact that the show is open to all races/ethnicities and sexual orientations.

  • Violence:

    Audience members make occasional references to violence; the couple notes that this behavior isn't acceptable.

  • Sex:

    Nearly constant sexual innuendo and discussion, including references to various sexual activities and suggestive movements. Crude, sex-related language includes phrases like "adjust my nuts" and conversations about genital size, etc. Words like "dong," "cootchie," and stronger terms are used to describe genitals and sex acts. Scoop wears boxer shorts; the couple sits in bed while hosting the show.

  • Language:

    Lots of strong language; words like "ass" and "damn" and are frequently heard, while stronger choices ("f--k," "s--t," "p---y") are bleeped.

  • Consumerism:

    Apple computers are visible in the webisode segments featured on the show. Musicians like Chris Brown occasionally also appear in these segments. References to music by various artists, including Barry Manilow, The Bee Gees, and Bon Jovi.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    References to alcohol and discussions about Viagra.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Man and Wife

Parents need to know that this sex information show -- which started as a popular online series -- is intended for mature audiences. It's full of strong sexual innuendo and discussions about various sexual behaviors, which often include crude/strong language ("ass," "dong," "nuts," "damn"; stronger words, like "f--k" and "p---y," are bleeped) and iffy behavior. It's not the most educational of shows (the hosts aren't therapists and don't offer professional advice), but it does encourage safe sex and welcomes people from all racial/ethnic communities and sexual orientations to participate.

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  • Families can talk about whether television is an appropriate forum to get (or offer) sexual advice. Why or why not? When does a TV show discussing sexual issues cross the line from being informative to just entertainment? Families can also discuss what happens when shows that start out online make the move to television. What kinds of changes do Web shows have to undergo in order to be "TV ready"? Why do you think some shows get moved from one medium to another?
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  1. Parent Reviewer
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    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 2.0
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    • Inappropriate sexual content
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    • Excessive consumerism
    • Negative message
    • Negative role models

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  2. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    Lego Man
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    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 1.0

    BAD

    ALL I CAN SAY IS BAD BAD BAD!!!!!!!!!!!

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  3. Parent Reviewer
    Always_Sexz
    Lives in Ohio
    I rate this title on for age 17 and give it 5.0

    Man And Wife

    Awesome show ! Everyone from 18 to 99 plus should watch this show. They have great advice. My adult children watch it and then a few days later they call and we talk about what was said on the show. Opens great communication not just for couple but for children that are confused and feel comfortable enough to talk with their parents. As a parent I record Man and Wife on my TiVo so my husband and I don't miss it. We love the show. Makes us laugh and you know what even though we have been married for several years we have even learned a thing or two about communication. Great show ! Hope they do not cut it off! Love Ya Scoop and Shanda !

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