Matthew Johns - Humility May Save You

When I first heard that Matthew Johns was under fire for a sex scandal dating back seven years ago, I took pity on the popular presenter, blaming the media for dragging up the past again. After greater consideration though, I realised that what we're witnessing is actually a really positive thing. For the first time, that I'm aware of, we're hearing the effects that these all-too-common events have on the women involved. When these scandals are flashed across the papers, I've often wondered what the women/woman involved felt about it and wondered why there was never any mention of them/her.

Matthew Johns has a huge advantage. He is loved by fans all over the country and holds regular spots on popular TV programs. He has the greatest avenue to tell his story and render as much pity in the hearts of the public as possible.

The woman who, seven years ago, was involved in the activities portrayed by the media doesn't have this advantage. She finally spoke out about what actually happens behind closed doors and gave these 'mystery' women a face and, more importantly, a voice. She has exposed the shame and emotional trauma these rituals cause the women involved.

I'm inclined now, to be of the opinion that the most noble thing Matthew Johns can do right now, in an attempt to save face and his career, would be to publicly acknowledge the harm he has caused the woman involved. Instead of lamenting the strife it has understandably caused him and his family, Johns might consider apologising to the woman in question.

These sex acts reinforce a common thought (even if it may be subconscious) that women are objects to be played with and discarded as desired. Johns is now in a position to help change this sad state of affairs but may not have the humility to do so.