Minister Slams Married at First Sight for Normalizing Coercive Control

0:00On March 4th, here's the latest out of Sydney. Australia's Social Services Minister, Tanya Plibersek, has criticized the reality show, married at first sight, for platforming coercive control. The issue blew up effort contestant Tyson Gordon suggested he might prefer a romantic partner who acts more like an obedient dog than an equal. In a clip from the show's companion series, host Laura Byrne pushed back on Gordon's views about relationships. He responded that maybe that's what he wanted, though he later clarified he just aims to be the man of the house. Plibersek took to social media to call out the segment, wanting parents to keep their kids away from the program. She argued and normalizes controlling and unhealthy behaviors toward women, making dangerous ideas seem mainstream. This marks another controversy for the popular series, which faced the police probe last month, over a contestant allegedly punching a wall during a fight. Officials close both investigations with no further action. Meanwhile, the show's relationship expert says they deliberately spotlight these issues

1:04to educate viewers on what's unacceptable. Plibersek highlighted government steps like restricting kids' social media access and funding programs for healthy relationships. This story is made possible by our sponsor. No earbuds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just a pillow that plays your sound, S-O-L-I. S-O-L-I-S-O-L-I-S-O-L-I-P-Lo.com.