Gender (Justice)

Episode 116: Jessica Taylor on “Why Women Are Blamed for Everything”

On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Dr. Jessica Taylor, founder and owner of VictimFocus, an organization providing research, consultancy, and thought leadership in forensic psychology, feminism, and mental health.  We speak with Jessica today about her book, Why Women Are Blamed for Everything, which covers the psychology of victim-blaming and self blame…

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Episode 114: Melissa Faliveno on “Tomboyland”–an exploration of sex, womanhood, and identity

On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Melissa Faliveno, author of her essay collection, Tomboyland, a meditation on the influences of geography, desire, and identity on her journey as a queer woman and feminist.  We speak with Melissa about how her childhood in Wisconsin shaped her views of her conceptions of sex,…

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Episode 113: Lisa Selin Davis on her book, “Tomboy: The Surprising History and Future of Girls Who Dare to Be Different”

On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Lisa Selin Davis, writer, essayist and author of the upcoming book, Tomboy:  The Surprising History and Future of Girls Who Dare to Be Different.  We speak to Lisa today about the history and evolution of the term “tomboy” and its response to a gender-binary culture. …

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Episode 112: en(gender)ed Reflections on Women, Gender, and Democracy

In this “Reflections” episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on women, gender, and democracy: Episode 103: Jenna Spinelle of the “Democracy Works” podcast on COVID-19, the media, and elections, Episode 105: Jen Senko on “The Brainwashing of My Dad” and right-wing media’s impact on our democracy, Episode 107: Christina Hu on the importance of…

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Episode 110: Jordan Zaslow on “Women for the Win” and gender equality in government

On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Jordan Zaslow, an award-winning director and producer and champion of female voices.  She is currently serving as Executive Director of Women For The Win, a coalition committed to creating positive political change and giving voice to underrepresented female candidates. We speak with Jordan today about…

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