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#664 - Christine Emba - Talking To A Feminist About Masculinity

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Rethinking Feminism and Modern Culture

The modern shift from the original feminist movement towards a 'girl boss' culture has not been positive, as it encourages women to strive for success by emulating the behavior of powerful, often negative men. This has led to a culture where women are not respected for their actual selves. This shift has also not been healthy for men, as it imposes unrealistic expectations and does not lead to self-fulfillment. Modern feminism has promoted the idea that true freedom for women is achieved by working like their fathers and having sex like their brothers, a concept that has been discussed extensively by the speaker with Louise Perry and Mary Harrington.

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