Is Better Things one of the best TV series?

In Better Things, Sam Fox (Pamela Adlon) is an overstretched, slightly frazzled, somewhat cynical but incredibly big-hearted single mother raising three teen and tween daughters in LA. Better Things is one of the Broad’s favourite TV shows of all time. There’s been nothing quite like it in the way it takes

5 books & TV shows for IWD

Five TV shows and books to inspire, enrage and engage this International Women’s Day. The Double X Economy The Double X Economy: The Epic Potential of Women’s Empowerment, Linda Scott “Historic structures have placed women into an almost entirely separate and restricted economic sphere, and this arrangement tangibly limits growth, widens inequality and

What’s your guilty pleasure TV?

What are your guilty pleasure TV shows? Or are you hate-watching TV, watching a show you don't always like, but can't seem to turn off. The Broad usually like to be evenhanded when it comes to reviewing TV, films and books. Typically only the shows and books worth recommending get

What to watch, read and listen to in February

The monthly round-up of TV, film, book and article recommendations that includes Spanish Princess, Love, Nina, Sir, Loud and You Don’t Belong Here. A Note on TV Spanish Princess Two new TV series to talk about this month, both set in England, although worlds apart in time and topic. We know a lot

5 digital trends for 2021

The digital trends we’re likely to see in 2021, from 8K TV and digital reality in work and study to video doctor consults and smart devices. It wouldn’t be a new year without a predictions post, so here goes with a bunch of predictions for the way digital and the internet

Festive season TV – Part 2

The final installment in the wrap-up of 2020 TV series. Pros and Cons The first TV series to recommend this month is the Danish series Pros and Cons. Think: Breaking Bad meets The Americans. The story revolves around a married couple, Erik and Nina, one-time con artists, who have given the

Festive season TV – Part 1

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This installment in the festive season series takes a look back at some of the TV featured on the blog this year. High Fidelity Vintage black coat, Levi’s 501s, pattern shirts and boots. The 90s inspired style tells its own story in this updated version of High Fidelity as record store owner

What to watch, read and listen to in December

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This is the December monthly round-up of TV, film, book and podcast recommendations. With a few weeks until Christmas and everyone busy with all the end-of-year deadlines and arrangements, there’s just a few suggestions this week. Don't forget the Broad's art-inspried gift guide if you're looking for present ideas. And with