Capitalism Critique

A sharp deconstruction of contemporary white feminism, revealing how the performance of 'sass' and 'girl squads' serves to consolidate privilege rather than dismantle oppression.

One of Ms. Magazine's Most Anticipated Books of 2023. Continuing the trajectory of the Combahee River Collective, this collection brings together scholars, activists, and writers to examine how carceral liberalism masquerades as freedom while perpetuating oppression, critiquing the confluence of neoliberalism, incarceration, and patriarchy.

UnHerd columnist Mary Harrington introduces 'reactionary feminism,' critiquing modern feminism as serving only elite professional women. She argues technological progress commodifies women's bodies and reproductive abilities, calling for a fundamental reassessment of what 'progress' means for most women.

This anthology joins transgender studies with Marxist theory to analyze capitalism, social reproduction, labor, embodiment, and liberation.

Critiques elite feminism and proposes an anti-capitalist feminist vision, linking women's liberation to economic justice, racial equality, and environmental sustainability.

A critical examination of how neoliberalism has co-opted feminist discourse, transforming it from a collective movement for social justice into an individualized pursuit of personal empowerment that serves corporate interests while abandoning the vast majority of women.

A body horror film directed by Coralie Fargeat, starring Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley. Following washed-up actress Elisabeth who, after being fired due to ageism, uses a mysterious drug to create a younger, perfect version of herself. Through extreme body horror aesthetics, the film deeply explores crucial issues including ageism, beauty standards, body politics, female self-hatred, and patriarchal control over women's bodies, becoming a representative work of contemporary feminist horror cinema.

In the seemingly perfect world of Barbieland, Barbie begins to question the meaning of her existence and embarks on a philosophical journey to the real world. This pink-packaged blockbuster explores profound issues of patriarchy, beauty standards, and female identity in an entertaining format.

In a near-future aging Japan, the state encourages citizens over seventy-five to end their lives. Chie Hayakawa examines ageism, withdrawn care, and the manufacture of voluntary choice.

Directed by Chloé Zhao, 'Nomadland' tells the story of Fern, a 60-year-old woman who, after losing everything in the Great Recession, lives in a van and adopts a modern nomadic lifestyle in the American West. The film profoundly explores the impact of economic instability on women and the possibility of seeking dignity and freedom in capitalist society.

A crime comedy-drama directed by Lorene Scafaria, starring Jennifer Lopez and Constance Wu. Based on true events, following a group of strippers who band together to scam wealthy Wall Street clients after the 2008 financial crisis. The film deeply explores crucial issues including class revenge, female solidarity, economic inequality, sex worker rights, and the impact of the 2008 financial crisis on working-class women, presenting a complex story of how marginalized women seek survival and fight back in economic hardship.

Rubaiyat Hossain follows a Dhaka garment worker organizing a union, connecting global fashion’s low prices to women’s labor, marital power, and the risks of collective action.

This video is a recording of a panel discussion titled 'Pedagogies of Feminism,' where a panel of speakers from the fields of architecture and urban design share their experiences with feminism. The discussion covers how feminist values can be applied in design, the importance of recognizing the contributions of women, and the need to challenge existing patriarchal and capitalist structures. It also highlights an online platform for feminist spatial practices and discusses the challenges of translating academic theory into professional practice.

Drawing on Black feminist and disability-justice traditions, two Level Up organizers define collective care as movement infrastructure rather than a benefit added after political work.

Gender Troubles is a podcast hosted by Emma Austin and Eva Espenshade, dedicated to deconstructing feminist academic discourse and reexamining gender theory and cultural phenomena from a critical leftist perspective. The show covers pornography platformization, sex wars, abortion rights, ethical consumption, and feminist canonical text rereading, emphasizing knowledge democratization and critical thinking.

The Feminist Agenda is a podcast hosted by Veronica that explores how to practice feminism in the workplace and daily life. The show invites writers, scholars, and advocates to share their experiences in publishing, education, community organizing, and cultural critique, emphasizing professional feminism, cultural memory, and intersectional politics. With a gentle yet critically sharp style, it's perfect for audiences interested in feminist practice and knowledge production.

Probably Cancelled Podcast is a Marxist feminist podcast hosted by a group of radical educators and researchers, dedicated to exploring deep politics, women's issues, and social structural problems ignored by mainstream media. The show covers capitalist crisis theory, transnational revolutionary history, the intersection of mysticism and technology, and violence mechanisms under the interweaving of patriarchy and racism.

Women on the Line is an Australian feminist current affairs podcast co-produced by multiple hosts, focusing on global gender justice, colonial critique, and community action. Presented in radio news format, the content covers Palestinian decolonial movements, public housing struggles, tech hegemony critique, and ecofeminist practice. With a serious, critically strong style emphasizing marginalized community voices and cross-cultural women's experiences.

Financial Feminist is a podcast hosted by financial expert Tori Dunlap, aimed at helping women achieve financial freedom in a world dominated by wealthy white men. With the motto 'fight the patriarchy by getting rich,' the show combines solo episodes with guest interviews to share practical strategies for earning, saving, investing, and building financial confidence. Tori is also the founder of Her First $100K, dedicated to women's financial education and empowerment. The podcast covers entrepreneurship, debt management, retirement planning, financial psychology, and more.