Sarah Hoover, former Gagosian gallery director turned writer, discusses postpartum depression, feminism in art history, the medical-industrial complex, and the history of women's healthcare. She also gives a glimpse into her upcoming memoir, Motherload. The podcast covers topics such as lack of support during childbirth, complex emotions of pregnancy, traumatic childbirth experiences, postpartum depression, and the changing perception of education.
Emotional support and community are crucial in addressing postpartum depression and raising a baby.
The art world needs more transparency and critical examination to address wealth inequality and patriarchal systems.
There is a need for consent, trauma-informed care, and reform in the obstetrics and gynecology field to improve childbirth experiences.
Deep dives
Becoming a Mother and the Challenges of Emotional Support
The speaker reflects on her experience with postpartum depression and the lack of emotional support from her husband. She highlights the importance of emotional presence and community in raising a baby.
Navigating the Complexities of the Art World
The speaker explores the art world and its parallels with patriarchal systems, wealth inequality, and lack of transparency. She discusses the need for critical examination and transparency within the art industry.
Examining the Medical Industry and Childbirth
The speaker delves into the medical industry, particularly in the context of childbirth. She shares her own traumatic childbirth experience and highlights the need for consent, trauma-informed care, and reform in obstetrics and gynecology.
The Power of Therapy and Communication
The speaker emphasizes the importance of therapy and open communication in personal growth and relationships. She shares her own experiences with therapy and how it has enhanced her communication skills.
Challenging Societal Norms and Raising Non-Assholes
The speaker discusses the need to challenge societal norms and patriarchal structures, particularly in raising children. She advocates for teaching empathy, critical thinking, and questioning of established systems.
Art! Patriarchy! New York City! Childbirth! My friend, Sarah Hoover, former Gagosian gallery director turned writer, comes on the pod today to talk about her experience with postpartum depression, her understanding of art history through the lens of feminism, the medical-industrial complex and the terrifying history behind women's healthcare. Sarah also gives a peek into her upcoming memoir, Motherload.
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