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Viewer Ceri Parsons (a psychologist) feels that despite Channel Four's claims that BOY MEETS GIRL is a 'bold social experiment' it is little more than a reality game show ignoring the complexity of the subject. Includes comments from Anjula Mutanda (Counselling Psychologist [was psychologist on BIG BROTHER]), Polly Toynbee (Columnist, Radio Times). Followed by studio discussion with Simon Andeae (Executive Producer, BOY MEETS GIRL) and Ceri Parsons. Viewer Liam Reese thinks a sketch in THE ARMSTRONG AND MILLER SHOW about transplants was in poor taste considering the recent news stories regarding Alder Hey hospital. Viewer Dr Robert Beckford wants to know why black and asian relationships are rarely seen in British drama. Drama tends to cover mixed-race relationships rather than want wholly black or wholly asian couples. Includes comments Mike Phillips (scriptwriter), Mal Young (Controller of Continuing Drama Series, BBC), Corinne Hollingworth (Controller of Drama, Channel 5) The press have accused Channel Four of becoming 'Channel Sex'. showing more sexually explicit programmes now than at any other time in its 18 year history. Comment from Janey Walker (Managing Editor, Commissioning, Channel 4). The Right to Reply 500, internet survey group, were asked if they agreed? Channel Sex?: 33% yes; 35% no; 32% same as others. [Does sex attract the viewers?] Sex sells?: 12% yes; 24% no; 64% depends on the subject. Viewer Dave Green feels Sky One's DARK ANGEL is a composite of all the elements of cult science fiction - comic book heroes - video games to attract a young male audience. Includes comments from Jim Marshal (Chief Executive, Mediavest), Kim Newman (Film Critic) and Warren Ellis (Comic book writer).