109. Can Feminism Exist in Capitalism? with Rebecca Walker
Aug 22, 2023
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Rebecca Walker, founder of Third Wave Feminism, joins host Tori Dunlap to discuss feminism in capitalism, financial activism, and destigmatizing money conversations. They explore the challenges of advocating for women's financial autonomy in a capitalist society and the importance of individual choices and beliefs regarding money. They also touch upon the intersection of feminism, capitalism, and AI, highlighting the limitations of technology in replicating human experiences and the role of human creativity in shaping the future.
Consciousness is essential for collective survival by amplifying silenced voices and gaining wisdom from marginalized experiences.
Financial feminism empowers individuals to use money as a tool for creating equity, well-being, and safety for all.
Pursuing money in a capitalist system can feel conflicting, but transforming it through conscious choices and alignment with personal values is crucial for change.
Deep dives
The Importance of Consciousness in Survival
Consciousness is crucial for our survival, as it allows us to understand the stories and experiences of others. By shedding light on silenced and marginalized voices, we can gain wisdom and insight necessary for collective survival.
Embracing Financial Feminism
Financial feminism is about recognizing the power of money to create a more equitable world. It involves centering a balanced, holistic vision and using money to support the well-being and safety of all individuals.
Exploring the Complexity of Money
The book 'Women Talk Money' delves into the complex relationship between women, their bodies, labor, and money. It addresses how these intertwining aspects have been silenced, forced into incoherence, and used as tools of control.
Navigating the Juxtaposition of Money and Capitalism
The challenge arises when pursuing money feels like supporting a capitalist system that perpetuates control. However, instead of rejecting the system, it is important to transform it, making conscious choices and aligning financial decisions with personal values.
The Power of Unions and the WGA Strike
The strike by the Writers Guild of America (WGA) is an example of the power of collective action to fight for equitable wages, fair treatment, and protection against replacement by artificial intelligence. Unions play a vital role in creating a more just and equitable system for workers.
What does it mean to embrace feminist principles in a capitalist society? How can we stand in solidarity with each other when rugged individualism is so deeply ingrained in how we make money? In this episode, host Tori Dunlap sits down with Rebecca Walker, the founder of Third Wave Feminism and author of several books, including Women Talk Money: Breaking the Taboo, to talk about the rise of the Third Wave movement, how we can be more intentional with our finances in support for causes we care about, and how to get more comfortable discussing our finances as women.