[Originally posted July 22, 2017.]
These three shows seem to be flying under the critical radar, but they deserve some attention and kudos for their matter-of-fact approaches to being socially progressive.
Schitt's Creek
- Solid on: Sexuality. One of the main characters is pansexual -- this is not treated as a big deal, but he also gets to have sex without anyone being tragically killed off.
- Bonus points for: Having a mayor named Roland Schitt, but still not making all of the townspeople idiots.
- Notable scene: David explains his ... wine preferences.
- Where to stream: Seasons 1-3 are on Netflix.
Speechless
- Solid on: Disability rights
- Bonus points for: The younger sister is a supercompetitive jock, but there are no tomboy jokes.
- Notable scene: Explaining inspiration porn.
- Where to stream: Season 2 is on Hulu.
Superstore
- Solid on: Blue collar workers, immigration issues, unionization
- Bonus points for: Having a truly diverse ensemble cast that's not led by a white dude.
- Notable scene: The employees strike for workers' rights.
- Where to stream: Seasons 1-3 are on NBC.com and Hulu.
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