What's Left of Philosophy 84 | Sex in Philosophy w/ Dr. Manon Garcia
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Mar 7, 2024 Exploring women's submissiveness in feminist philosophy, consent criticisms, philosophical approach to sex, good sex as part of the good life. Unpacking societal expectations, complexities of consent, and desire in sexual encounters. Delving into modern relationships, unseen labor, and pandemic norms.
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Grandmother's Paradox
- Manon Garcia's grandmother, a powerful matriarch, sparked her interest in submission.
- Simultaneously a victim and a master, she embodied the complex ambiguities of women's roles.
Friend's Contradiction
- A childhood friend, a victim of domestic violence, held patriarchal views, blaming other victims.
- This contradiction motivated Garcia to explore the complexities of women's submission.
Beauvoir's Relevance
- Simone de Beauvoir's work offers valuable insights into women's submissiveness.
- It helps women recognize patterns in their experiences and understand their situation.