Our conversation explores moral posturing, the contrast between female neediness and male horniness, the transformation from undesirable to desirable, the experiences of femcels, and the role of feminism in different cultures. We also speak about feminism, relationships, motherhood, and self-discovery. Stella shares her experience of feeling empowered by feminism while studying in London but also highlights the challenges she faced, such as casual sex and the devaluation of relationships. She discusses the pressure women face to get married and have children and the impact it can have on their lives. We also reflect on our relationships with our mothers and their influence on our identities. They also discuss the importance of emotional maturity and therapy's role in personal growth.
Stella Tsantekidou is a writer and political commentator. She’s on twitter at @Stsantek. She writes on Substack at:
00:00 Moral Posturing and Refreshing Authenticity
03:30 The Contrast Between Female Neediness and Male Horniness
08:17 The Hidden World of Femcels
24:58 The Role of Feminism in Different Cultures
34:25 Empowerment and Challenges of Feminism
37:21 The Pressure to Get Married and Have Children
41:48 Struggles in Marriages and Divorce
47:19 Dating, Self-Worth, and Relationships
50:49 Navigating Political Differences and Speaking to the Right
53:35 Mothers and Identity
56:11 Emotional Maturity and Therapy
59:42 John Stuart Mill: Exploring Women's Identity
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