Dr. Tonya Howe, an associate professor at Marymount University, dives into the intricate relationship between curiosity and femininity. She discusses how historical narratives, from Eve to modern literature, frame women’s curiosity as both a pursuit of knowledge and a transgression. The podcast explores the societal fears surrounding female curiosity, the impact of women writers, and how language shapes perceptions of desire. With playful analogies, they celebrate curiosity's creativity, prompting a reexamination of biases that persist today.
