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Jan 2019
56m 32s

Sexism and the Objectification of Women ...

Lucas Skrobot
About this episode

Sexism and the Objectification of Women Across Cultures

Ahd is the founder of Jahanamiya: https://jahanamiya.com/

Ahd is the founder of the first Saudi Feminist Literary Magazine, Jahanamiya. Jahanamiya publishes written work exclusively by Saudi women, as well as accompanying artwork created by regional artists. They publish English and Arabic pieces of poetry, fiction, and non-fiction writing revolving around elements of Saudi culture. Empowering women to loudly be the women that they are. Ahd is currently getting her PhD from the University of Michigan in Middle Eastern Gender Studies, unravels the complex narrative of women in the Middle East, and the West.

Here is a snapshot of what we covered

6:20 - What was it growing up in the world and Saudi Arabia as a young woman is like?

18:00 - Finding joy in shaping culture.

28:10 - Burkas and Bikinis 

32:07 - How and why you should complicate narratives.

43:12 - You already have a voice.

44:55 - Who is your Guide?

50:11 - One Question to Ask.

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