Ep 5. Madonna/Whore

Inside Amy Schumer season 4 episode 5, titled Madonna/Whore, is a satirical take on the timeless dichotomy of good and bad women. In this episode, Schumer takes on the issue of how women in society are judged based on their sexual prowess, and how it is often a no-win situation for them.

The episode opens with a sketch that pokes fun at the age-old concept of "The Madonna and the Whore." Amy is seen in her bedroom, dressed in a modest nightgown and as she reads a book, her inner monologue is heard. She talks about how she's always been told to be a good girl, to not flaunt her sexuality, and to keep her legs crossed until marriage. In the next moment, however, she changes into a skimpy outfit and her inner monologue changes to berating herself for wanting attention and being a "slut."

The episode then goes on to explore various scenarios where women are judged based on their sexual behavior. In one sketch, a woman (played by Schumer) is on a date with a man who is grateful that she's "not like other girls" who have slept with him on the first date. However, when the woman decides to stand up for herself and not have sex with him on the first date, the man gets offended and calls her a prude.

Another sketch focuses on a group of girls at a pool party. One girl, who is known for hooking up with guys, is scorned by the other girls. In an effort to be seen as "respectable," the girl tries to hide her sexuality and is met with criticism by the other girls for being a "buzzkill."

The episode also tackles the issue of slut-shaming, as well as the notion that women who dress provocatively or enjoy sex are "asking for it." In one sketch, Schumer portrays a lawyer who is defending a man who raped a woman. She argues that the woman was "asking for it" because she was dressed in a revealing outfit. The female judge (played by Patricia Arquette) ultimately shuts down the argument, pointing out that men have been known to rape women even if they're dressed in "baggy sweatpants."

Overall, Inside Amy Schumer season 4 episode 5 offers a scathing critique of the double standards that women face in society when it comes to sex. The sketches are funny and poignant, and Schumer's delivery is spot-on as always. The episode serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for gender equality and the importance of challenging harmful societal norms that negatively impact women.