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PINK CARD Episode 2: The Mannequins

Dec 8, 2022
The podcast explores the erosion of women's rights in Iran following the 1979 revolution. It features the experiences of writer and activist Mehrangiz Kar and the symbolism and oppression of the hijab. The podcast also discusses the banning of women from attending soccer games in Iran.
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Quick takeaways

  • Symbols like the veil are used by the Iranian government to control and police women's bodies, eroding their rights and identity as full citizens.
  • The banning of women from the National Soccer Stadium, Azadi, signifies the oppressive control faced by women in Iran and their fight for reclaiming freedom.

Deep dives

Symbols of Oppression: The Battle for Women's Rights in Iran

In Iran, women face oppression in the form of symbols that communicate their supposed weakness and need for protection. Messages like 'Women are the pearl, the veil is the shell' or 'Women are like basil leaves; you need to protect them' permeate Iranian society. These symbols create a new reality, normalizing gender apartheid and portraying women as second-class citizens. The battle for women's rights in Iran is a battle of symbols, with the government using the veil as a tool to police and control women's bodies. The banning of women from the National Soccer Stadium, renamed Azadi, further revoked their identity as full citizens.

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