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The Deprogram

Episode 130 - Alice in Liberal Land (Ft. Alice Cappelle)

May 10, 2024
01:09:24
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Author Alice Cappelle discusses reimagining feminism beyond neoliberal co-option, exploring societal perceptions of SUVs and rise of truck culture in the US. Conversation also touches on video essays analyzing social trends and identity politics, critiquing class and identity discourse, and political turmoil in French protests.
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Quick takeaways

  • Consumer culture uses merchandise to divert from systemic issues in feminism.
  • Liberal feminism criticized for overlooking race and class intersections.

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The Impact of Consumer Culture on Feminism

Consumer culture infiltrates feminism, offering empowerment through merchandise while diverting attention from systemic issues. The podcast discusses how consumerism manipulates feminist values and individual empowerment, emphasizing the superficial empowerment through products rather than addressing core societal inequalities.

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