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About Rebecca Sargeant

Rebecca is an experienced freelance writer from the UK, with two degrees focussing on narrative design and characterization, as well as being an advocate for the discussion of the wider public's understanding of minority groups and the issues they live with through mainstream television, film, and video games. 

In her spare time, you'll find her with her cats, a cup of coffee, and gaming.

Industry Focus

Rebecca focuses on a range of topics, including LGBTQ+ stories, reality, sci-fi, drama, and comedy shows and films, and video games. 

Favorite Media

Rebecca is a big fan of Ru Paul's Drag Race, Disney Dreamlight Valley, The Sims, Doctor Who, Stardew Valley, and pretty much every sitcom!

Latest Articles

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10 TV Episodes That Completely Changed Their Shows Forever

While a TV show tends to grow and change with each season, several series can pinpoint a specific episode that caused a significant shake-up.

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Doctor Who (1963)
22 Times Doctor Who Proved The Doctor Does Use Guns

Throughout Doctor Who's 60-year run, the Time Lord has been insistent on being a pacifist and anti-weapon, but some moments prove otherwise.

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Doctor Who (1963)
All 22 Historical Figures Doctor Who Encountered In The Modern Era

Since Doctor Who's reboot in 2005, the Doctor has crossed paths with many prominent names from human history, both on-screen and mentioned in passing.

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Doctor Who (1963)
6 Doctor Who Love Stories That Proved The "No Romance" Rule Wrong

While the Time Lord generally has a "no romance rule," there are six great examples as to why love does, in fact, work well for the various Doctors.

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Doctor Who (1963)
Doctor Who Brings Back A 27-Year-Old Eighth Doctor Ability

27 years later, Doctor Who is bringing back a long-forgotten ability of the Eighth Doctor, which was last properly seen in the 1996 Doctor Who movie.

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Parks and Recreation (2009)
8 Harsh Realities About Leslie Knope's Character In Parks & Recreation

Parks and Recreation's Leslie Knope is one of sitcoms' funniest characters, but these harsh realities prove that the political icon has her flaws.

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The Office (2005)
8 Harsh Realities About Jim Halpert’s Character In The Office

While Jim Halpert is one of The Office’s most recognizable and loved characters, some of his decisions and characteristics are less than ideal.

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10 Movies That Should Continue With A TV Spinoff

From iconic movie sagas to nostalgic films, some stories need a TV spinoff or a legacy sequel more than they need another theatrical release.

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10 Most Accurate Portrayals Of Neurodivergence On TV

While neurodivergence is often assumed for certain TV characters, some writers acknowledge it, whether behind the scenes or with diagnoses in canon.

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15 Movie Sequels That Never Seem To Happen Despite Constant Teases

While movie sequels are more popular than ever, there are still 15 franchises that are awaiting the next installment after years of development.

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15 Most Shocking TV Show Moments Of 2023

There have been plenty of great TV moments to reflect on as 2023 comes to an end, but these 15 are undoubtedly the year’s most shocking.

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10 TV Show Revivals That Released Long After Fans Had Moved On

Whether they're welcomed or not, there are plenty of TV shows that come back years after coming off the air, long after fans had checked out.

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10 Most Inconsistent TV Shows That Were Always Retconning Themselves

As the lore of a television show grows and develops, the canon can often become inconsistent and result in a retcon, and beloved shows aren't exempt.

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Community (2009)
Dean Pelton's 10 Best & Most Hilarious Quotes

Jim Rash's portrayal of Dean Craig Pelton on Community provided viewers with many memorable and hilarious quotes throughout the show's six seasons.

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10 Great Sitcom Couples Whose Significant Age Difference Didn't Bother Viewers

Several of the greatest sitcom couples taught audiences that even with an age gap between them, they can still have a strong relationship.

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Doctor Who (1963)
The 15 Best Quotes From The Doctor Who 60th Anniversary Specials

Doctor Who celebrated its 60th anniversary with three new specials, each of them filled with brilliant quotes — most of them said by Donna, of course.

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10 Best Comedy TV Shows Of 2023

2023 saw the arrival of brand-new comedy TV shows and continuing favorites, and whether they were lighthearted or deep, the best ones stood out.

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Doctor Who (1963)
Who Picked Up The Toymaker's Gold Tooth? Doctor Who's Master Return Tease Explained

With a mysterious hand taking the tooth containing the Master, audiences are left wondering when the Time Lord will be returning to Doctor Who.

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10 TV Shows That Went Downhill After Time Skips

A time jump in a television show can completely revive a story, allowing for new plots and character development, but not every show nails it.

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10 Iconic Rom-Com Scenes That Didn't Age Well

While romantic comedies are one of the most popular film genres with audiences, they're not perfect, and some iconic scenes haven't aged very well.

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