April 07, 2025

The Tennis Poster Debate

6 minutes

"Is it appropriate to send a nostalgic yet controversial poster to your coworkers?" This thought-provoking question kicks off an unforgettable episode of The Ben and Skin Show on 97.1 The Eagle. Dive into a lively discussion as Ben and Skin reminisce about a provocative tennis poster from their childhood, sparking debates on social norms, nostalgia, and the boundaries of workplace appropriateness.In this episode, Ben shares a picture of a woman on a tennis court, wearing a see-through white dress with no undergarments, which he stumbled upon on social media. This image, once a poster on his childhood wall, leads to a humorous and reflective conversation about the era they grew up in, where objectifying women in suburban bedrooms was commonplace.

Key Moments:

Nostalgic Memories: Ben recounts how he acquired the poster, trading a polo shirt for it, and the impact it had on his childhood.
Social Media Debate: The hosts discuss whether the image is suitable for posting on social media, considering modern standards and corporate policies.
Cultural Reflection: A deep dive into the cultural norms of the late seventies and early eighties, exploring how attitudes towards such images have evolved.
Humorous Insights: Skin's humorous take on the practicality of playing tennis in such attire and the pervy nature of the photographer.

Guest Insights: While this episode does not feature a guest, the engaging banter between Ben and Skin, along with contributions from Christina and KT, provides plenty of entertainment and thought-provoking moments.

Notable Quotes:

"I was a six-year-old that had the Farrah Fawcett poster where she was Nipley. My mom said I would go in there and just stare at it with my mouth hanging open."
"Is it pervy of the guy whoever took this pic? Here she is just enjoying herself playing tennis, and some guy's taking pictures as she walks away of her butt."

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April 07, 2025

The Tennis Poster Debate

6 minutes

Nostalgic Memories: Ben recounts how he acquired the poster, trading a polo shirt for it, and the impact it had on his childhood.
Social Media Debate: The hosts discuss whether the image is suitable for posting on social media, considering modern standards and corporate policies.
Cultural Reflection: A deep dive into the cultural norms of the late seventies and early eighties, exploring how attitudes towards such images have evolved.
Humorous Insights: Skin's humorous take on the practicality of playing tennis in such attire and the pervy nature of the photographer.

"I was a six-year-old that had the Farrah Fawcett poster where she was Nipley. My mom said I would go in there and just stare at it with my mouth hanging open."
"Is it pervy of the guy whoever took this pic? Here she is just enjoying herself playing tennis, and some guy's taking pictures as she walks away of her butt."

...more