I was also upset when I heard that Modern Ferret was going to have a
Playboy Playmate interview.  BUT, I decided to keep an open-mind, and once
I got the magazine and read it I was not offended.  I think it was handled
pretty well.  For example, it was never really mentioned that she was in
a pornographic magazine (other than the name -- that was mentioned), and
MF only indirectly told the URL of her webpage.  It's also such a big
accomplishment for them to get granted an interview from a celebrity.
 
Anyway, I just had an idea for the parents out there who are offended and
don't want their kids reading the magazine.  The mid-section of the
magazine, pages 33-44, is self-contained and can be removed from the
magazine without ruining the rest of it.  You can use a staple-remover or
pen to pry open the staples in the center of the magazine, and dispose of
this section.
 
Hope this helps!
 
Melissa
[Posted in FML issue 2684]