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Liberating Motherhood

Liberating Motherhood
Feminism
Motherhood
Patriarchy
Parenting
Women's Rights
Domestic Abuse
Household Labor Inequity
Marriage
Family Court System
Sexism
Emotional Labor
Relationships
Legal System Bias
Domestic Violence
Civil Rights
Gender Equality
Nice Guys
Storytelling In Court
Protective Orders
Father's Rights

Mothers are tired of anti-mother misogyny, household labor inequality, and a culture that expects mothers to bear the burdens of its many shortcomings--all without complaint. Mothers are vital to feminism, and have been neglected in feminist discourse for far too long. Mothers are constantly told that political problems are personal--that if we communicate better, mother better, behave better, thi... more

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LC DeShay is a reproductive justice sociologist, as well as a doula and lactation consultant who has worked on the front lines of women and children’s health. I brought them on as a witness, as someone who has seen what we do to women at their most v... more

Violence and abuse are normalized in every aspect of our culture, and particularly in parenting. No wonder so many women tell me they didn’t recognize abuse until it was too late.

Authoritarian parents set their children up for abusive relationsh... more

This month, I’ve been inundated with messages from folks who love the new pace of podcasts—weekly instead of every other week. I love making the podcast and love giving you what you want, but the podcast is a ton of work, and it underperforms in the ... more

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about what it means to be a public intellectual who also happens to be a woman. The constant criticism feels like a crushing weight that no amount of therapy, resilience, or blocking can render manageable.

Philosop... more

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Recent Guests

Devon Kuntzman
Founder of Transforming Toddlerhood, certified coach, and author
Transforming Toddlerhood
Episode: S2 Ep19: Devon Kuntzman: Parenting for an Emotionally Healthy Future
Alex Bollen
Author of 'Motherdom, Breaking Free from Bad Science and Good Mother Myths' and a postnatal practitioner
Author, Freelance Researcher, NCT
Episode: S2 Ep17: Alex Bollen: Good Mother Myths and Scientific Sexism
Kate Manne
Philosopher and advocate for feminist discourse
Episode: S2 Ep18: Kate Manne: The Silencing of Women Who Speak Publicly About Anything
Virginia Sole-Smith
New York Times bestselling author and journalist
Episode: S2 Ep16: Virginia Sole-Smith: Anti-Fatness as a Tool of Oppression
Marlene Gerber Fried
Longtime reproductive rights activist and scholar, founding president of the National Network for Abortion Funds, and author.
Hampshire College
Episode: S2 Ep15: Marlene Gerber Fried: Abortion rights and reproductive justice
Soraya Chemaly
Award-winning author and activist, director of Women's Media Center Speech Project
Women's Media Center
Episode: S2 Ep14: Soraya Chemaly: Resilience, Women’s Anger, and Dismantling Male Supremacy for Good
Fatima Goss Graves
Nationally recognized leader in the fight for gender justice and expert in law, policy, and culture change.
National Women's Law Center
Episode: S2 Ep13: The Law as a Tool for Feminist Change, with Fatima Goss Graves
Jennie Young
Professor of writing and rhetoric specializing in applied rhetoric, humor, and feminism
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
Episode: S2 Ep11: Dating in a Patriarchy, With Jennie Young
Ruthie Ackerman
An award-winning journalist and author of 'The Mother Code'
Episode: S2 Ep10: The Myth of the Bad Mother, with Ruthie Ackerman

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Zahn Valines
Host of Liberating Motherhood and activist focused on feminist issues related to motherhood.
Zonva Lines
Host of the Liberating Motherhood Podcast and advocate for women's rights.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 290 ratings
  • Fantastically informative

    As a lifelong feminist, but not one who ever studied feminist theory in a serious way, I’ve learned so much from the different speakers Zawn invites to the show. They bring experience and expertise to the nuanced and fantastically informative conversations. I will note that I don’t enjoy the episodes she has with her husband quite as much. I do find it jarring to hear a male voice talking about women’s issues but I can see how it would helpful for others to be able to witness a healthy relations... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bob Shangela Violet
    Australia9 days ago
  • Eye-Opening and Brilliantly Thought-Provoking

    This podcast is completely transforming the way I understand the world around me. Each episode reveals another layer of how deeply patriarchy shapes our everyday lives and it blows my mind just how many things I’ve never even considered before. Zawn and Jeff’s words are intelligent, kind, honest and backed by truckloads of research. I finish every episode feeling both challenged and awestruck, like I’m finally seeing the sky’s true colour for the first time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VanillaRhyme
    Spain17 days ago
  • Thought provoking

    My mothering days are long past, but I wish I’d had this podcast when I had young kids. Back when traditional family values was the reign of terror du jour, interrogating women at work who were mothers on their choice was a regular unpleasantry. Besides stomach pains, I remember having panic attacks thinking my kids would grow up to be school shooters because I had a job. And the episode that referenced breastfeeding—yes to telling women the truth of... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Plain girl free
    United States24 days ago
  • Womanist awakening

    Zawn Villines is a feminist giant in the 21st century. Her articles on Substack has planted seeds of me having a womanist awakening. I grew a voice and most importantly gained knowledge. Her podcasts with various amazing feminists and her husband are needed for our current culture and society at large. They address the daily inequities in marriages and how much harm women face in them. Such harm (household labor inequity, sexual correction, parental labor disparities, etc) that’s been repackaged... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elle Listens
    United States24 days ago
  • This is my favourite philosophy podcast!

    I keep coming back to older episodes because they’re just so good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aljasleen
    Netherlands25 days ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its important exploration of motherhood and feminism, often finding the discussions enlightening and validating.
Many express appreciation for the unflinching honesty about the challenges mothers face in a patriarchal society.
Critics might point out moments where certain assertions could be viewed as too radical or dismissive of counterarguments, but these are in the minority.

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S2 Ep19: Devon Kuntzman: Parenting for an Emotionally Healthy Future
Q: How can I model constructive conflict management for my child when disagreements arise with my co-parent?
Devon recommends establishing phrases for pausing escalated discussions and explaining disagreements to children in a way they can understand.
S2 Ep19: Devon Kuntzman: Parenting for an Emotionally Healthy Future
Q: What tips can you give for dealing with toddler fears about being dead?
Devon suggests approaching the topic with curiosity, validating feelings, and providing reassurance without projecting adult fears onto the child.
S2 Ep19: Devon Kuntzman: Parenting for an Emotionally Healthy Future
Q: What is your general parenting philosophy?
Devon shares that good parenting involves flexibility, understanding child behavior, and recognizing the importance of toddlerhood despite its challenges.
S2 Ep16: Virginia Sole-Smith: Anti-Fatness as a Tool of Oppression
Q: How do you respond to this concern trolling and the idea that not abusing fat people somehow glorifies something unhealthy?
Virginia explains that many harsh critics may have personal issues with their own weight history, and it's important to remind them that the world sets unrealistic standards, not the individuals.
S2 Ep15: Marlene Gerber Fried: Abortion rights and reproductive justice
Q: What can you tell this generation of parents about how we can manage to not lose our minds looking at our kids' futures?
Marlene emphasizes the importance of community support and spreading awareness about abortion pills as empowering. She encourages participation in smaller changes that can make a difference before larger social changes can be achieved.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Liberating Motherhood

What is Liberating Motherhood about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Themes of motherhood, feminism, and the societal challenges faced by mothers are at the forefront of this collection of discussions. Episodes tackle issues like dating in a patriarchal world, emotional labor, and the unique pressures that mothers face from both societal norms and personal expectations. Guests share their insights into the lived experiences of women and the systemic injustices they encounter, highlighting the importance of advocacy and political change in overcoming these challenges. The content strives to empower mothers, offering both validation and practical advice, while also addressing broader topics like misogyny and the often unrecognized emotional toll of parenthood. This series is particularly notable for its focus ... more

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2. Alex Bollen
3. Kate Manne
4. Virginia Sole-Smith
5. Marlene Gerber Fried
6. Soraya Chemaly
7. Fatima Goss Graves
8. Jennie Young

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