AKC Podcast
S09 E05: A Blonde Enters a Lecture Hall…and Offers a Feminist Examination of Sexist Humour
Nov 13, 2023
Dr Nicole Graham, a feminist professor specializing in studying sexist humor, examines the harm and offensiveness of sexist humor, the ethical considerations of humor, the impact of sexist humor on society, the subjectivity and ethics of humor, and the harmful effects of sexist humor on individuals and society. The podcast highlights the need to address everyday sexism and emphasizes the responsibility we have to reflect on the content and implications of the jokes we laugh at.
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- Power dynamics affect the acceptability of sexist humor, considering the joke teller, the targeted group, shared experiences, and intended laughter.
- Sexist jokes contribute to oppressive behavior and perpetuate negative stereotypes, reinforcing prejudice and marginalizing women.
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Sexist jokes and reflection on humor
Sexist humor can be jarring when we think about the potential harm it causes. Reflecting on the context, intentions, and consequences of humor helps evaluate its ethics. Societal power dynamics affect the acceptability of humor, considering the joke teller, the targeted group, shared experiences, and intended laughter. Sexist jokes often imply the inferiority of women and reinforce stereotypes. But sexist humor is not limited to men; women can also participate. Frequent telling of sexist jokes reflects and perpetuates dominant attitudes, making it a form of everyday sexism.
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