Hadley Freeman, a Sunday Times columnist renowned for her sharp insights, joins to discuss her exit from The Guardian and her engaging interviews with cultural icons like Judy Blume and Margaret Atwood. They delve into the parallels between anorexia and gender dysphoria, exploring societal pressures that affect young girls. The conversation critiques the complexities of eating disorders and how influencer culture shapes narratives around mental health, highlighting the urgent need for thoughtful discourse in journalism and society.

Award-winning columnist Hadley Freeman discusses her new essay on the left. Columbia and Harvard students share experiences amid campus protests. Political negotiations for a ceasefire deal and hostage release are highlighted. The rise of anti-Semitism and shifting attitudes towards Jews in America are explored. Conversation delves into fostering dialogue on anti-Semitism in academia and navigating Jewish identity in the US.

This lively discussion features Hadley Freeman, a former columnist known for her incisive takes on social issues, alongside political commentator Patrick Maguire. They delve into the scandal surrounding Keir Starmer's failure to declare gifts from a Labour donor, raising questions about political ethics. The conversation also touches on Ed Davey's ambitions, the lessons the UK can learn from Italy, and Hadley's recent departure from the Jewish Chronicle. Expect witty insights and a few surprising anecdotes along the way!

Exploring the demonization of middle-aged women, the discussion tackles ageism and misogyny, delving into the Karen stereotype and societal expectations. The panel challenges unfair hatred towards women, navigates misogyny in left-wing spaces, and discusses the evolution of misogyny online.

Hadley Freeman, author of House of Glass, explores her family's hidden history from a Polish shtetl to post-war Paris. She reveals surprising family secrets, including a daring escape from a train during WWII. The podcast also touches on the brilliance of her father and a connection to Donald Trump's brother. Freeman reflects on the process of uncovering her family's story and the tragic fate of Jack during the Holocaust.