How do we attract Skepchicks to sign up here?

[Robert_S]

The picture of them we've been getting from some of our regular posters is a bit one-sided. I think we'd benefit from a wider range of viewpoints on gender issues.

Also, there has to be more to them than just their stance on feminism. For me, this site is actually more of a fun community than a serious debate place. There is the occasional drama and very occasional gross stupidity, but overall we are a very accepting and welcoming bunch.

[Atheist-Lite]

The picture of them we've been getting from some of our regular posters is a bit one-sided. I think we'd benefit from a wider range of viewpoints on gender issues.

Also, there has to be more to them than just their stance on feminism. For me, this site is actually more of a fun community than a serious debate place. There is the occasional drama and very occasional gross stupidity, but overall we are a very accepting and welcoming bunch.

[Robert_S]

Imagine how much it would make Pappa squirm!

The rules provide protection from personal attacks and I think Skepchicks are a small and narrowly definable enough group that attacking the Skepchicks as a group would also be considered a personal attack.

[pErvinalia]

People like that don't know how to have fun. Too busy being oppressed. They really wouldn't fit in here.

[Robert_S]

People like that don't know how to have fun. Too busy being oppressed. They really wouldn't fit in here.

That's a broad generalization and I'm very much aware of how wrong those can be.

[JimC]

Pictures of Pappa's naked butt being lashed by bunches of leeks?

[Robert_S]

Pictures of Pappa's naked butt being lashed by bunches of leeks?

I bet that can be arranged!

[Thinking Aloud]

Maybe if we drop the current apparent obsession about them that this site is broadcasting it would help. I expect we look as tedious to the outside world as we sound just now. (Hi, outside world!)

In any case, I'd rather see people sign up here (male or female) and join in as individuals rather than as a representative or spokesperson of some group.

[JimC]

Pictures of Pappa's naked butt being lashed by bunches of leeks?

I bet that can be arranged!

And he'd enjoy it!

(and so would Rachel...)

Maybe if we drop the current apparent obsession about them that this site is broadcasting it would help. I expect we look as tedious to the outside world as we sound just now. (Hi, outside world!)

In any case, I'd rather see people sign up here (male or female) and join in as individuals rather than as a representative or spokesperson of some group.

In all seriousness, I do agree - however, it does take two to tango...

[Robert_S]

Maybe if we drop the current apparent obsession about them that this site is broadcasting it would help. I expect we look as tedious to the outside world as we sound just now. (Hi, outside world!)

I think that would be great, I'm off to ban CES!

In any case, I'd rather see people sign up here (male or female) and join in as individuals rather than as a representative or spokesperson of some group.

I prefer to talk to people as individuals, but hey can join as whatever they like. My point is that regardless of what Pappa says, they are welcome here and will be given all the protections under the rules that any other member enjoys.

[Thinking Aloud]

And mine is that I don't think we should be trying to attract anyone here because of who they are, or what group they identify with (our general 'friendly rabid atheist' tagline being a guide to who's here already). I agree - all are welcome, but I'd much prefer to see people come here because they find us interesting and attractive as a group and want to join in. "How do we attract XYZ" makes it sound like we're trying to collect one of everything, or are seeking validation from them - we are who we are, foibles and failings included. People who can see through the BS spouted about Rationalia by the likes of PZM will hopefully recognise that on their own.

[Gawdzilla Sama]

We needed to blow off steam after PZ's attack posting, but I agree it's time to move on. There are still cheeses uneaten and bacon that hasn't been used in an obscene manner before being served to loved one. We have work to do!

[rachelbean]

And mine is that I don't think we should be trying to attract anyone here because of who they are, or what group they identify with (our general 'friendly rabid atheist' tagline being a guide to who's here already). I agree - all are welcome, but I'd much prefer to see people come here because they find us interesting and attractive as a group and want to join in. "How do we attract XYZ" makes it sound like we're trying to collect one of everything, or are seeking validation from them - we are who we are, foibles and failings included. People who can see through the BS spouted about Rationalia by the likes of PZM will hopefully recognise that on their own.

+10000, I was going to say exactly this, but probably not as eloquently.

[JacksSmirkingRevenge]

I would rather attract a swarm of killer wasps.

[Ian]

Tell them all about one of our meets. Who wouldn't want to get involved in one of those?