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Pleasure Activism
The Politics of Feeling Good
Book • 2019
In 'Pleasure Activism,' Adrienne Maree Brown challenges traditional notions of activism by arguing that pleasure and joy are central to social justice and personal liberation.
The book draws on Black feminist traditions and includes essays, reflections, and contributions from various feminist thinkers such as Audre Lorde, Octavia Butler, and Sonya Renee Taylor.
It covers a wide range of topics including sex work, climate change, race, gender, and the politics of pleasure.
Brown advocates for a mindset shift in activism, suggesting that feeling good is not frivolous but essential for collective liberation and personal fulfillment.
The book draws on Black feminist traditions and includes essays, reflections, and contributions from various feminist thinkers such as Audre Lorde, Octavia Butler, and Sonya Renee Taylor.
It covers a wide range of topics including sex work, climate change, race, gender, and the politics of pleasure.
Brown advocates for a mindset shift in activism, suggesting that feeling good is not frivolous but essential for collective liberation and personal fulfillment.
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Mentioned in 5 episodes
Mentioned by Abigail Rose Clarke when discussing the writing process and advice received from other authors.
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Recommended by Ayanda as a guiding light on the topic of pleasure activism and its importance in social movements.
37: inviting ease and pleasure into the creative process
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Alice Wong as a source for her understanding of pleasure activism and its political significance.
Alice Wong as a source for her understanding of pleasure activism and its political significance.
Bay Area Legends: Activist Alice Wong and The Power of Bringing Visibility to Disability
