The Joy of Painting (1983) | How Woke Is It?

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The Joy of Painting1983

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What We Think

The Joy of Painting is a shining example of non-woke programming, pure escapism through art, free of modern ideological baggage. Bob Ross just wanted everyone to relax and paint.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The Joy of Painting is all about Bob Ross teaching painting techniques, with zero focus on political or identity-driven narratives. The show's structure and content are centered purely on art education and personal encouragement, not ideology or representation.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

There's no subversion or critique of tradition, family, or values here. Ross is respectful, warm, and apolitical, often expressing appreciation for nature and self-expression in a wholesome way. If anything, the show gently reinforces positive, traditional values through its tone and approach.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

No ideological monoculture to be found! There are no debates on race, gender, or identity. The only worldview is that anyone can paint happy little trees and clouds. That's about as non-woke as it gets.

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