Round Table Discussion: Peloton controversy

By Leah Heon, RT Magazine executive producer • January 3, 2020

Peloton Biking company recently aired a commercial titled, “The Gift That Gives Back,” starring a man who gifts his wife an exercise bike for Christmas. This has sparked controversy, some arguing that the ad displays sexist and demeaning behavior, while some think it is simply a kind gesture. I am sitting down with MHS students and staff to discuss the controversy.

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Leah Heon, RT Magazine executive producer

Leah Heon is a senior at Middletown High School and is in her fourth semester of journalism. After high school, she plans to pursue either broadcast journalism or political science at a four-year university, as she has grown to love and has developed a passion for these fields throughout her time at MHS. Outside of school, Leah enjoys playing tennis with her teammates, reading, playing board games and driving around town with her two brothers. Leah decided to try something new her senior year and play on the golf team, a game which has tested her patience at times. Throughout this semester of journalism, Leah hopes to broaden her horizons in journalism and practice outside of the box thinking.

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Round Table Discussion: Peloton controversy

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