Jan 29 2025 56 mins 5
In this episode, you’ll hear my conversation with Amy McPhie Allebest, a writer, teacher, and feminist historian whose work has helped shape my understanding of patriarchy and expand my worldview. In her podcast, Breaking Down Patriarchy, Amy offers thought-provoking insights that inspire continued learning about the roots of patriarchy in society. Today, she shares some of those powerful ideas and personal stories, which I hope you find valuable as I have. Here’s what we cover:
- How “good girl” programming contributes to white feminism and upholding patriarchy
- Why feelings of fear, guilt, and shame create barriers to open-mindedness
- Several tools for accepting discomfort in order to effectively engage with learning about patriarchy
- Why working to educate yourself is a valuable first step from silence to speaking up
- How to create a space for yourself where it's safe to learn and change your mind
- Why grieving your past beliefs or harm you’ve caused is essential to moving forward
- The importance of generosity and understanding in growing from what you learn instead of self-blaming
I can't wait for you to listen.
Check out these reading recommendations from Amy:
This Bridge Called My Back: Writings by Radical Women of Color
Books by bell hooks
Sister Outsider by Audre Lorde
Caste by Isabel Wilkerson
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