The Waves: Gender, Relationships, Feminism
In Defense of Lean In Feminism
Dec 14, 2023
Danielle Kurtzleben, NPR political correspondent and author of the Substack, This F**king Job, joins the podcast to discuss what went wrong with Sheryl Sandberg's book Lean In, the rise of 'girl boss' culture, and the lack of nuance in conversations about feminism. They also emphasize the importance of supporting women and the power of collective action
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- Lean In sparked important conversations about feminism and inspired positive change despite its focus on individual solutions rather than systemic issues.
- Critiques of Lean In pointed out its failure to address the experiences of low-wage women, women of color, and single mothers, highlighting the need for intersectionality in feminist discussions.
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The Impact of Lean In
Lean In, a book by Cheryl Sandberg, was published in 2013 and had a significant impact on women in the workplace. It resonated with many women who felt validated and empowered by its message. The book highlighted issues such as sexism, lack of representation, and gender inequality in corporate America. It provided concrete strategies for women to navigate these challenges and strive for success. While Lean In received criticism for its focus on individual solutions rather than addressing systemic issues, it sparked important conversations and inspired some positive change.
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