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Mentioned in 6 episodes
Whipping Girl
A Transsexual Woman on Sexism and the Scapegoating of Femininity
Book • 2007
In Whipping Girl, Julia Serano presents a collection of essays that debunk myths and misconceptions about trans women, femininity, and gender.
She argues that transphobia is deeply connected to sexism and the societal devaluation of femininity.
Serano uses her personal experiences, training as a biologist, and career in queer activism to bridge the gap between biological and social perspectives on gender.
The book makes a compelling case for the importance of empowering femininity and highlights the need for feminists and transgender activists to work together to create a more just and inclusive society.
The third edition includes a new afterword addressing the contemporary anti-trans backlash.
She argues that transphobia is deeply connected to sexism and the societal devaluation of femininity.
Serano uses her personal experiences, training as a biologist, and career in queer activism to bridge the gap between biological and social perspectives on gender.
The book makes a compelling case for the importance of empowering femininity and highlights the need for feminists and transgender activists to work together to create a more just and inclusive society.
The third edition includes a new afterword addressing the contemporary anti-trans backlash.
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Mentioned in 6 episodes
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at the end of the podcast as a book to understand the experience of trans femme people.

Mia Wong

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It Could Happen Here Weekly 156
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at the end of the podcast as a book to read on trans issues.

Mia Wong

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It Could Happen Here Weekly 156
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as a memoir by a trans woman that had a significant impact on her.

Brooke Warner

Grant Faulkner and Brooke Warner present: Write-Minded Is Now Memoir Nation
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when discussing trans misogyny.

Laverne Cox

Brené with Laverne Cox on Transgender Representation, Advocacy + the Power of Love
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while discussing Serano's previous work.


Emily St. James

How society sexualizes us
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during a discussion about impactful books and authors.

Mia Wong

It Could Happen Here Weekly 164
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as a fundamental text to understand the experiences of trans femme people.

Mia Wong

Life For Trans People Under Trump
Mentioned by Sophie Lichterman as a book that significantly influenced discussions on trans issues.

It Could Happen Here Weekly 164
Mentioned by Mia Wong as a highly influential book on transgender issues.

It Could Happen Here Weekly 158
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as a highly influential book on transgender issues.

Mia Wong

It Could Happen Here Weekly 158
Mentioned by Mia Wong and Garrison as a highly influential book on transgender issues.

CZM Rewind: Whipping Girl, The Book That Changed Everything ft. Dr. Julia Serano
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as an accessible book that discusses the intersection of feminism, LGBTQ, and transgender rights.

Erin Reed

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