

Miranda July on rethinking everything - marriage, sex and hormones
15 snips Jun 3, 2024
Miranda July, an LA-based artist and filmmaker, discusses rethinking marriage, sex, and hormones. They delve into themes from her novel 'All Fours,' exploring societal structures, perimenopause, and female experiences. The podcast touches on taboo topics, aging, and power dynamics, emphasizing the importance of open dialogue among women.
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Childhood Eye Patch Story
- Miranda July experienced eye problems starting at age nine, leading to light sensitivity and wearing an eye patch.
- Her mother crafted a colorful eye patch, but Miranda felt horrified when the patch matched her curtains, revealing her discomfort.
Midlife as Profound Change
- Midlife is a profound, transformative phase that challenges traditional views like the 'midlife crisis' joke.
- Facing mortality at midlife asks us to reevaluate life deeply, contrary to societal dismissal.
Hormonal Cliff Explained
- The 'hormonal cliff' metaphor captures the dramatic estrogen drop women face in midlife.
- This shift is often unmapped and creates an unwritten space of uncertainty for women after their prime.