Feminist Book Club: The Podcast
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Capitalism at the Audies
05/12/2026
Capitalism at the Audies
Shoshana, Nox, and Jordy, all avid audiobook listeners, chat about the Annual Audies, the National Audiobook Awards. In this spoiler-free conversation, they share some of their opinions about the winning titles, the capitalism of it all, and the financial challenges to winning big in the audiobook industry. Books and Resources Mentioned: Audiobooks: Audiobooks: Audiobook of the Year Audiobook: Audiobook: By Garrett M. Graff Audiobook: By S. A. Cosby Audiobook: Pride and Prejudice By Jane Austen and Lulu Raczka (Audible only đ) Audiobook: By Devney Perry Audiobook: By Charlotte McConaghy New Voice Award: Judges Category Winner Audiobook: By Amal El-Mohtar Audiobook: By Anna North Audiobook: By Brandon Hobson Audiobook: By Ocean Vuong Audiobook: By Kristen L. Berry Horror Category Audiobook: By Stephen Graham Jones Audiobook: By Kylie Lee Baker Audiobook: By Brian McAuley Audiobook: By Keith Rosson Audiobook: By Trang Thanh Tran Mystery Category Audiobook: By Reese Witherspoon and Harlan Coben Audiobook: By Walter Mosley Audiobook: By Marie Benedict Audiobook: Secret Sister By Sarah A. Denzil (Audible only đ) Audiobook: By Jesse Q. Sutanto Romance Category Audiobook: By Ana Huang Audiobook: By Emily Henry Audiobook: By Alexis Hall Audiobook: By Danielle Allen Audiobook: By Abby Jimenez Audiobook: by James Patterson & Viola Davis Audiobooks: Resource: - full list of finalists and winners by category Resource: - full list of winners from 1996 onwards Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Shoshana: // Follow Jordy: // Follow Nox: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Five Feminist Beach Reads
05/05/2026
Five Feminist Beach Reads
What makes a beach read? Not a beach, in our opinion. Tune in because your summer reading list is here, and not a single book requires sand between your toes. Reneeâs on the podcast to share five feminist reads so engrossing you will forget you are on vacation. Books mentioned: Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Renee: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Coping through Literature: Our Recommendations
04/22/2026
Coping through Literature: Our Recommendations
Last week, our team shared that weâve all been *Going Through It* and are using books as a coping tool. This week, we wanted to spread the love! Join Renee, Nox, Jordy, Mariquita, and UyenThi for some recommendations of books that just make us feel a little less shitty. Books mentioned: - Izzy Bromley - Mia P. Manansala - Hisashi Kashiwai - Ana Elena Correa - Alice Feeney - Jo Segura - Rachel Harrison - Margaret Eby - Michelle Cooper - Emily Austen - Margot Douaihy Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Renee: // Follow Nox: // // Follow Jordy: // // Follow Mariquita: // // // Follow UyenThi: This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Coping through Literature: A Roundtable Discussion
04/14/2026
Coping through Literature: A Roundtable Discussion
Join Renee, Nox, Jordy, Mariquita, and UyenThi in a discussion about how theyâre using books to cope with the state of the world and their own personal crises. Youâll hear some of our favorite genres for these times (and they are all wildly different!). Next week, stay tuned for some specific book recommendations! Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Renee: // Follow Nox: // // Follow Jordy: // // Follow Mariquita: // // // Follow UyenThi: This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] Non-Fiction Nook: Medieval Feminists
03/26/2026
[MINI POD] Non-Fiction Nook: Medieval Feminists
MINI POD! Casey is back with another Non-Fiction Nook segment. In order to dive deeper into her current hyperfixation of medieval life and the women who existed in it, Casey shares the non-fiction books that helped illuminate medieval feminism. She also discusses Medieval Times dinner and the personification of virtues! Books mentioned: by Janina Ramirez by Eleanor Janega by Christine de Pizan Support and follow our host! Follow Casey: This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Whose Monster: Feminism, Othering, and Queer and Trans Representation in Horror
03/24/2026
Whose Monster: Feminism, Othering, and Queer and Trans Representation in Horror
Mariquita welcomes Sarah Knickerbocker, the host behind Eugene, Oregonâs Horrible Bingo, as they discuss shifting the lens on horror to find the threads of feminism, examine how the genre uniquely showcases womenâs stories, and to untangle why horror fans are so frequently wonderfully queer. For an extra bonus and to exponentially grow your TBR, check the show notes for more books recommended by Sarah. Books/Resources Mentioned: Other recommended books from Sarah: Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Sarah Knickerbocker: // Follow Mariquita: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Maternal Hauntings and Surveillance in Mother is Watching
03/17/2026
Maternal Hauntings and Surveillance in Mother is Watching
CW: Child death, Miscarriage, Infertility, Blood, Grief, Death of Parent, Dementia Marlena and Mariquita discuss , the horror debut by Karma Brown. In this spoiler-free conversation, they explore how the novel uses horror to amplify everyday anxieties around motherhood, bodily autonomy, and identity. Together, they unpack the emotional stakes at the heart of the story, examining how art, obsession, and pregnancy intertwine to blur the line between psychological unease and the supernatural. Along the way, they reflect on the ways domestic life becomes a site of tension, control, and quiet terror and why this chilling read lingers long after the final page. Books mentioned: Support and follow our host and guest! Follow Marlena: // Follow Mariquita: // // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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All about EVE: A Feminist Retelling of Paradise Lost
03/10/2026
All about EVE: A Feminist Retelling of Paradise Lost
Casey Ballard, long time lover of feminist retellings of classic stories, interviews B.K. OâConnor about her new novel, , a retelling of John Miltonâs Paradise Lost, that expands on the notion that eternity spent in ignorance is no life to live. Casey and Becky discuss Eve as an intellectual feminist, the bridging of cultures, and why people should still read the classics. . Books and resources mentioned: Support and follow our host and guest! Follow B.K. OâConnor: // Follow Casey: This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Reality Check: ANTM's Lasting Impact
03/05/2026
Reality Check: ANTM's Lasting Impact
Nox and Shoshana talk about Reality Check, the recent documentary series that revisits Americaâs Next Top Model. They share their experiences watching the show growing up, reflect on the broader reality TV culture of the time, and discuss how these portrayals of womenâs bodies shaped their perspectives. Along the way, they unpack the complicated mix of nostalgia, criticism, and cultural impact tied to both the original series and the documentary. If youâve been thinking about the legacy of ANTM and what it meant to grow up with shows like it, this conversation is for you. Books and resources mentioned: Support and follow our host and guest! Follow Nox: // // Follow Shoshana: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Black History 365
03/04/2026
Black History 365
Black History Month may be over, but our joy of reading Black literature has no expiration date! In this episode, Renee shares a new-to-her cozy mystery series featuring a Black single mom investigating mysteries around her daughterâs school. Then Casey is back with her Non-Fiction Nook segment, this time highlighting books of Black resistance Books mentioned: Support and follow our host and guest! Follow Renee: // // Follow Casey: This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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A Divisive Book Club Pick
02/24/2026
A Divisive Book Club Pick
Looking for a book club pick that is certain to conjure up good conversation? In this episode, Renee and Mariquita discuss . Described as a sapphic thriller akin to Killing Eve, our podcasters are completely divided on this one. Tune into an almost spoiler-free discussion (the spoiler is clearly identified ahead of time!) and let us know if you pick it up for your next book club pick! Books mentioned: Support and follow our host and guest! Follow Renee: // // Follow Mariquita: // // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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More Than Hair: Kenesma D. John on Identity and Belonging
02/16/2026
More Than Hair: Kenesma D. John on Identity and Belonging
Marlena is joined by Dr. Kenesma D. John to talk about her novel , a reflective and visually rich exploration of hair, identity, and Black girlhood. In this spoiler-free conversation, they discuss what inspired John to use hair as the lens for the story, the blend of autobiography and fiction, and her choice to tell Charismaâs journey through reflections and illustrated images. Together, they unpack how hair becomes deeply emotional and political, touching on colorism, community, and intergenerational exchange. Books mentioned: by Kenesma D. John, Ph.D. Support and follow our host and guest! Follow Dr. Kenesma D. John: // Follow Marlena: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] Non-Fiction Nook: Books for your resistance
02/12/2026
[MINI POD] Non-Fiction Nook: Books for your resistance
MINI POD! In this quick episode, Casey talks about three non-fiction books which have been helpful in her resistance, and maybe helpful to yours! Covering police abolition, disability justice, and eloquent ways to textually fight back when cornered by a hate-spewing Christian Nationalist. Books mentioned: Support and follow our host! Follow Casey: This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Going Analogue
02/10/2026
Going Analogue
Have you seen the trend of âgoing analogueâ taking over social media lately? From ditching smartphones to rediscovering film cameras, paper planners, and offline hobbies, itâs popping up everywhereâand itâs clearly striking a nerve. Mhairie and Nox wanted to dig into this shift a little more deeply to understand what âgoing analogueâ really means, where it came from, and why so many people are drawn to it right now. Book and resources mentioned: This story ainât over: // Support and follow our hosts! Follow Mhairie: // Follow Nox: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] The Monsters Were Never the Problem
01/29/2026
[MINI POD] The Monsters Were Never the Problem
MINI POD! In this quick episode, Jordy shares why she loves The Glass Scientists trilogy by S. H. Cotugno, a gothic graphic novel series where so-called monsters challenge the rigid systems built to control them. Through mad science, queer selfhood, and breathtaking art, this episode explores who gets labeled dangerous, who gets erased, and what happens when marginalized people refuse to stay hidden and start cracking institutions from the inside out. Books mentioned: by S. H. Cotugno by S. H. Cotugno by S. H. Cotugno Support and follow our host! Follow Jordy: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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2025 Favorites from Renee & Nox
01/27/2026
2025 Favorites from Renee & Nox
Our contributors teamed up to tell one another about their favorite books of the year. Renee and Nox round out this podcast series with their cozy, feel-good favorites. If you need a book thatâs like a warm hug (and who doesnât right now?), tune in! Book and resources mentioned: Support and follow our hosts! Follow Renee: // Follow Nox: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] Junk Journaling as Creative Rebellion
01/20/2026
[MINI POD] Junk Journaling as Creative Rebellion
MINI POD! Jordy and Renee discuss their creative obsession: junk journaling! They chat about the origins of the junk journal and how they adapt this creative activity to suit their needs. This is a two-part series. See more spreads and the video of this conversation in our ! Resources mentioned: âs online retreats Support and follow our hosts! Follow Jordy: // // Follow Renee: // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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2025 Favorites from Casey & UyenThi
01/15/2026
2025 Favorites from Casey & UyenThi
Our contributors have teamed up to tell one another about their favorite books of the year over the next couple of weeks! Casey and UyenThi come together to discuss their top 5 reads of 2025. From memoirs, to romance, to translated fiction, to dark academia, these are the stories we read in 2025 that we feel need to be on everyoneâs TBR. Book and resources mentioned: #PouredOver with Nnedi Okorafor Support and follow our hosts! Follow Casey: Follow UyenThi: This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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The Abortion Companion with Becca Rea-Tucker
01/13/2026
The Abortion Companion with Becca Rea-Tucker
As access to abortion is being increasingly restricted, trustworthy resources for abortion care and loving someone through an abortion can be difficult to find. Becca Rea-Tucker has written the go-to manual for just that. Whether youâre considering an abortion for yourself or know someone who might need support, should be on every feministâs bookshelf. *Join us for a community-wide online Q&A with Becca on January 25, 2026. Your first week in our community is free, sliding scale available: Book and resources mentioned: (Beccaâs previous appearance on the pod!) Find abortion resources: Support and follow our hosts! Follow Renee: // Follow Becca Rea-Tucker: //
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2025 Favorites from Mariquita & Jordy
01/08/2026
2025 Favorites from Mariquita & Jordy
Our contributors have teamed up to tell one another about their favorite books of the year over the next couple of weeks! In this episode, Mariquita and Jordy reflect on their favorite books of 2025, celebrating stories that lingered long after the final page. From fierce heroines and sharp social commentary to swoony romance and dark intrigue, they unpack the reads that made them feel, think, and stay up way too late turning pages. Book and resources mentioned: by Holly Jackson by Dani Francis by Brynne Weaver by Ry Herman by Aiden Thomas by Aparna Verma by Sasha Peyton Smith by Samantha Shannon by Adania Shibli by Rachel Harrison by Nina Swamidoss McConigley by Isabel Cañas by Jessica Johns by Soraya Chemaly by Irin Carmon Podcasts referenced: (The Rose Bargain) (Tourist Season) (This Princess Kills Monsters) Support and follow our hosts! Follow Mariquita: // // // Follow Jordy: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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2025 Favorites from Shoshana & Mhairie
01/06/2026
2025 Favorites from Shoshana & Mhairie
Our contributors have teamed up to tell one another about their favorite books of the year over the next couple of weeks! First up, Shoshana and Mhairie share a spoiler free gush session of their favorite books of 2025. This conversation includes books from every genre and format, a sure bet to please these long winter nights. Take care of yourself, friends, be sure to check the content warnings before reading. Book and resources mentioned: Shoshanaâs Books 5. by Erin Dunn 4. by P Djeli Clark 3. by Olivia Dade 2. by Kimberly Lemming 1. by Sangu Mandanna Mhairieâs Books 5. by C J Cooke 4. by Hannah Kent 3. by Samantha Shannon 2. by Catherine Dang 1. by Heather Fawcett Bonus Books from Shoshana: and by Ngozi Ukazu by Tess Sharpe by Lux Alptraum by SenLinYu by Sarah Yarwood-Lovett by Samantha Allen by Alexis Hall Bonus Books from Mhairie: by Devon Mihesuah - Publishes 2026 by Stephen Graham Jones by Heather Fawcett ( and ) by Susan Casey (read in 2024 but I have bought this as a gift no less than 3 times and keep recommending it. Def my top non fiction of the last couple years. Hella interesting.) Support and follow our hosts! Follow Shoshana: // // Follow Mhairie: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Is Fanfiction Feminist?
12/16/2025
Is Fanfiction Feminist?
New to fanfic? Not sure where to start or whether you even should? We got you! In this episode, Jordy, Mhairie, and Shoshana explore the world of fanfiction, its fandom roots, its role in uplifting marginalized voices, and why it remains a powerful feminist space. They also dig into the ethical complications of engaging with fanworks inspired by harmful or problematic creators. Together, they unpack how fanfiction becomes a site of creativity, community, and cultural resistance. Book and resources mentioned: by SenLinYu by Samantha Shannon Article on fandom culture - ⯠⯠AO3 Diversity statement - ⯠AO3 FAQ on tagging - ⯠Article of the brief history of LGBTQIA+ fanfiction - ⯠TV Shows Mentioned Stargate SG - 1 - ⯠Star Trek - ⯠Teen Wolf - ⯠The Night Agent - ⯠Support and follow our hosts! Follow Jordy: // // Follow Shoshana: // // Follow Mhairie: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] Burning Down the Systems That Cage Us
12/11/2025
[MINI POD] Burning Down the Systems That Cage Us
MINI POD! Jordy dives into two books: A Beautiful and Terrible Murder and Dream by the Shadows. Both books follow women who refuse to be silenced by corrupt institutions. From Oxford's secretive halls to a dream-haunted kingdom, these stories are full of clever rebellion, dark intrigue, and empowered women. Books mentioned: Support and follow our host! Follow Jordy: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Controversy on the Moors: Whatâs up with Emerald Fennell and Wuthering Heights?
12/09/2025
Controversy on the Moors: Whatâs up with Emerald Fennell and Wuthering Heights?
Mariquita, Jordy, and Nox get together to explain the controversies around Emerald Fennellâs adaptation of Wuthering Heights, weigh in on whether they think the uproar is valid (spoiler: they do!), and provide their opinions on just how romantic literatureâs first romance book really is. CW: intimate partner violence, child abuse, animal abuse, sexual assault, generational trauma, maternal mortality, child abandonment. Books mentioned: Support and follow our hosts! Follow Mariquita: // // // Follow Jordy: // Follow Nox: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] Home for the Holidays (even when youâre not)
12/04/2025
[MINI POD] Home for the Holidays (even when youâre not)
MINI POD! Jordy dives into the magic of holiday romances and the tradition of finding âhomeâ in books. From friends-swapping vacations to chaotic family gatherings and second-chance love, this episode explores how these festive reads bring comfort, joy, and cheer to even the loneliest holiday season. Books mentioned: Support and follow our host! Follow Jordy: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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How Do You Solve a Problem Like Cleopatra?
12/02/2025
How Do You Solve a Problem Like Cleopatra?
Not every book we read will skyrocket to the top of our lists. Casey, Jordy, and Nox discuss this and more regarding Cleopatraâs story in . Nox DNFâd it, and Jordy and Casey felt it left the reader wanting more, especially regarding Cleopatraâs power and influence. All three agree that Solomonâs prose is lush and worth reading, though! Light (yet hilarious) spoilers when Jordy reveals gasp Caesar dies. Books mentioned: (book on CD linked, but check your library!) Support and follow our hosts! Follow Casey: Follow Jordy: // Follow Nox: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] I Have a Voice
11/20/2025
[MINI POD] I Have a Voice
MINI POD! Nox discusses two instances of disrespect towards powerful Mexican women in recent news: The treatment of Fatima Bosch (Miss Mexico) by the Miss Universe executive director, and the public groping of Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, the current President of Mexico. Nox digs into these stories and the importance of women working together/ Books mentioned: Support and follow our host! Follow Nox: // // // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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All We Want is Everything with Soraya Chemaly
11/18/2025
All We Want is Everything with Soraya Chemaly
Weâre not joking when we say this one is required listening. Mariquita talks with author and activist Soraya Chemaly about her latest book, . Soraya explains how male supremacy is the structure upon which all of our systems are built, whether they be close to home or on a global scale. Together, Soraya and Mariquita give suggestions for how to create a different environment and patterns of behavior both individually and collectively and emphasize that the work of educating men on the burdens and breadth of male supremacy is not the onus of women but is the responsibility of men. Sorayaâs books: Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Soraya Chemaly: // // Follow Mariquita: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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Girls Play Dead with Jen Percy
11/11/2025
Girls Play Dead with Jen Percy
Mariquita talks with Jen Percy about her recent book, . Based on her article, What People Misunderstand About Rape, Girls Play Dead expands the conversation about the myriad responses to sexual assault and rape, weaving in personal stories and historical context. Their conversation covers the common reactions of tonic and collapsed immobility, evolutionary ways humans have evolved to survive trauma, and how colonialism and individualism can stymy recovery for some survivors who instead would benefit from collectivism and community care. CW: Sexual assault, sexual abuse, rape, child abuse, chronic illness, addiction, medical malfeasance Support and follow our guest and host! Follow Jen Percy: // // Follow Mariquita: // // This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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[MINI POD] âŻCowgirls, Ghosts, and Grit: The Worlds of Lyla Sage
11/06/2025
[MINI POD] âŻCowgirls, Ghosts, and Grit: The Worlds of Lyla Sage
MINI POD! Jordy dives into the worlds of Lyla Sage, where small towns meet big emotions, and love is both fierce and tender. This episode explores how Sageâs stories remind us that feminism can hold grace and grit in equal measure, and that choosing yourself can be the bravest kind of love story. Books by Lyla Sage mentioned: Support and follow our host! Follow Jordy: Instagram // Bookworm Reads // Pagebound.co @jordymac This episode was edited and produced by Renee Powers on the ancestral land of the Dakota people. Original music by Learn more about Feminist Book Club on our , , shop our , and follow us on , , , , .
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