Making Sense with Sam Harris #165 — Journey into Wokeness
Aug 14, 2019
Caitlin Flanagan, a thought-provoking writer for The Atlantic known for her sharp social insights, joins the conversation to tackle controversial topics. She discusses the evolving landscape of feminism, highlighting contradictions within the movement. Flanagan shares her views on the #MeToo movement and how societal norms around sexuality are shifting. The dialogue also delves into media bias, especially in coverage of politically charged incidents, and critiques the current state of academia's approach to wokeness.
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Speak Your Mind
- Speak your mind, regardless of potential backlash.
- Negative reactions can actually boost your visibility and expand your audience.
The Nanny Controversy
- Caitlin Flanagan's 2006 Atlantic article on nannies sparked significant controversy.
- It explored how the women's movement relied on exploitable immigrant labor.
Critique of Modern Feminism
- While acknowledging feminism's positive impact on women's rights, Flanagan criticizes its focus on elite women.
- She also points out the hypocrisy and inanity she sees within parts of the movement.