Shifting Culture Ep. 372 Dorothy Littell Greco - Rooting Out Misogyny For the Love of Women
Dec 9, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Dorothy Littell Greco, an accomplished author and photojournalist, dives deep into the roots and structures of misogyny in America. She examines how misogyny infiltrates various areas like medicine, economics, and relationships, emphasizing its systemic nature. Greco contrasts toxic entitlement with Jesus’ vision of dignity and equality, urging collective action for healing. Her insights on the harmful effects of purity culture and the importance of female representation further highlight the urgent need for change and mutual flourishing.
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Broad Definition Of Misogyny
- Dorothy Littell Greco defines misogyny as a system privileging men's wants, needs, and ideas over women's across institutions and relationships.
- She expands the term beyond personal hatred to include legal, religious, and social systems that uphold that belief.
Misogyny Is Deeply Rooted
- Dorothy traces misogyny back to ancient societies and links its persistence to moral evil that sustains hierarchies.
- She argues undoing it matters because equal partnership more fully images God.
Jesus Modeled Radical Respect
- Dorothy contrasts Jesus' behavior with his culture, noting he repeatedly broke norms by dignifying and speaking with women.
- She presents Jesus' treatment of women as a model for mutual respect and partnership.