Steven Blum’s Journalist Portfolio

How Sex Toys Penetrated Television | Broadly

Vice — Once relegated to the night stand, used as a threat, or made the butt of jokes, dildos and vibrators are finally taking on a new, provocative role on TV.

Dec. 11, 2015

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The NFL and Violence: A Dangerous Love Story | Broadly

Vice — From helmet-optional beginnings to lenient punishments for domestic violence, the history of the National Football League is one that prioritizes profits over people.

Dec. 10, 2015

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Activists Protest Garbage Rape Limitation Laws on Bill Cosby's Walk of Fame Star | Broadly

Vice — Protestors gathered around Cosby's star on the Walk of Fame this weekend to tear up California's statute of limitations-laws which dictate how long victims have to report a rape.

Nov. 23, 2015

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'Female Viagra' Fails to Reach Climax Supporters Hoped For | Broadly

Vice — Despite months of press, the long-awaited debut of Addyi-commonly known as "female Viagra" - was a flop, for multiple reasons. We talked to one of the drug's few vocal advocates about what, exactly, she sees in it.

Nov. 19, 2015

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What Could Possibly Go Wrong with a Social Media Terrorist Manhunt? | Broadly

Vice — We spoke to a media expert about what the Veerender Jubbal photoshopping nightmare means for privacy, safety, and the future of our online lives.

Nov. 17, 2015

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Helping Rape Victims Get Justice, When All the Odds Are Stacked Against Them | Broadly

Vice — In 34 states and Washington, DC, statutes of limitations on filing rape or sexual assault charges prevent victims from reporting their attackers after a certain number of years have passed. We talked to the women fighting these sexist policies.

Oct. 21, 2015

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