Fyza Parvis Jazra

Fyza Parvis Jazra, a graduate student at Stanford focusing on Arabic Astronomy, joins the discussion on Simone de Beauvoir's 'The Second Sex'. They delve into the critical difference between sex and gender and how societal expectations influence women's roles as caregivers and professionals. The conversation highlights the balancing act women face in career and family, especially amid COVID-19 pressures. They also challenge traditional gender roles, discussing the undervaluation of domestic labor and the need for more equitable recognition of women's contributions.