The LRB Podcast

Gurle Talk

Apr 4, 2024
Guest
Mary Wellesley
Mary Wellesley, expert on changing language of women's anatomy and sexuality, discusses historical evolution of female genital terminology, gendered language in work roles, impact of language choices on perceptions, and reflections on parenthood and language history.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Evolution of Female Genital Terminology
02:04 • 22min
3
Exploring Gendered Language and Historical Work Roles
23:47 • 5min
4
Exploring Language Choices and the Concept of Mother Tongue
28:18 • 3min
5
Exploring Parenthood and Language History
31:26 • 3min