Patriarchy Critique

A chilling investigation into the 1990 murder of Keri Sullivan, exploring the cultural obsession with violence against women, the failures of the justice system, and the psychological toll on survivors and investigators.

A provocative and unflinching examination of reactionary strands within feminism that work against liberation. Lewis traces two centuries of 'enemy feminisms' from imperial feminists to contemporary TERFs, revealing how feminist rhetoric can be weaponized to reinforce rather than dismantle systems of oppression.

A comprehensive analysis of the online manosphere and its relationship to contemporary misogyny. Copland examines how digital platforms have enabled the formation of misogynistic communities that blend historical male grievances with modern technological capabilities to create new forms of anti-feminist resistance.

Jules Gill-Peterson locates transmisogyny in colonial statecraft, racial ordering, policing, sex work, and global histories of transfeminized people.

Culture writer Marcie Bianco boldly argues that 'equality' is a racist, patriarchal ideal that perpetuates women's systemic oppression and limits the possibilities of feminism - with a plan to transform the movement.

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.

Through the absurd comedy of two brides swapped on a train due to identical veils, this film exposes how rural Indian patriarchy employs the 'erasure of the face' to systematically invisibilize female identity.

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.

Zarrar Kahn uses supernatural horror to follow a Karachi mother and daughter after the death of their family patriarch, exposing how grief, property insecurity, and male surveillance make ordinary movement dangerous.

Saim Sadiq’s Lahore family drama follows a married man drawn to a trans dancer, but its feminist force lies in tracing how patriarchal duty frustrates the desires of everyone sharing the household.

A medical professor’s pursuit of accountability after suspected sexual abuse becomes an abrasive study of institutional denial, maternal pressure, and the costs of being believed only when one performs the perfect victim.

Jeo Baby turns repetitive cooking and cleaning into a rigorous account of how marriage naturalizes women’s unpaid labor, bodily discipline, and religious exclusion.

In this episode of 'The Feminism Debate,' psychologist Jordan Peterson and news anchor Megyn Kelly engage in an in-depth dialogue exploring the cultural and psychological impacts of modern feminism, particularly the decline in women's happiness, the suppression of traditional masculinity, and the tension between motherhood and career.

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.

In this TEDxSydney Youth talk, Hannah Ferguson extends an invitation to all men: to engage more deeply with feminism. She points out that misogyny is not limited to extremists but exists widely among ordinary male populations. The speech explores the growing ideological divide between men and women, calls for redefining the term 'feminism,' and emphasizes that men are also harmed under patriarchy. Ferguson encourages men to move beyond the 'ally or enemy' binary opposition and challenge harmful speech and behavior in private spaces where women are not present through dialogue and education.

In this video essay, oliSUNvia critiques the cultural backlash against 'choice feminism' and the rise of stay-at-home girlfriend discourse. She argues that autonomy must include the right to make non-normative or traditionally feminine choices without being dismissed as brainwashed or anti-feminist. Through nuanced commentary and community responses, the video explores the tension between agency, internalized norms, and feminist respect for individual paths.

In this episode 'What is Feminism?', Bilibili creator Wild Amber Miss traces the development of feminism in an accessible way, starting from Simone de Beauvoir's philosophical thought to explore core feminist issues, social misunderstandings, and contemporary controversies. The video combines book reviews, cultural critique, and personal reflection, representing one of the key introductory feminist content pieces in the Chinese context.

In this TED@BCG talk, gender and climate researcher Zineb Sqalli critiques the gender-neutral framing of climate policy and reveals how it often perpetuates inequality. She highlights Vienna’s gender-equal urban planning as a model and calls for climate strategies that intentionally integrate gender equity at every stage.

Big Bitch Energy is a feminist podcast hosted by Krystle and Kimber, exploring gender, labor, and cultural issues with socialist leanings and critical humor. The show covers content ranging from sexual harassment in the tech industry, colonialism criticism, body politics, academic patriarchy, social media norms, and gender exclusion in gaming culture. With a sharp, satirical, and left-wing critical style, it represents one of the feminist voices in the Canadian context.

en(gender)ed is a podcast hosted by Teri Yuan, focusing on gender violence, oppression mechanisms, and institutional solutions. The show centers on the voices of survivors, advocates, and policymakers, exploring issues such as coercive control, domestic violence, campus sexual assault, gun violence, and media bias, emphasizing intersectional perspectives and cultural literacy. With a profound, systematic style, it serves as an important knowledge platform in the field of gender justice.

Feminist Current is a podcast hosted by Canadian journalist Meghan Murphy, focusing on controversial issues within the feminist movement, particularly debates around gender identity, women's spaces, and legal policy. The show approaches from a critical feminist stance, emphasizing women's rights based on biological sex, covering content including Title IX revisions, transgender policy, domestic violence, pornography criticism, and internal left-wing controversies. With a frank and clear-positioned style, it represents an important voice in gender politics debates.

Feminist History is a podcast hosted by Maggie Coomer, using creative non-fiction narrative to tell the life stories of historical women figures, focusing on those who challenged norms and advanced gender equality. The show's content covers pioneering women in journalism, mental asylum human rights history, baby placement controversies, and Black women newspaper editors, emphasizing the intersection of historical renarration and cultural memory.

Feminist Hotdog is a podcast hosted by Adrienne van der Valk, dedicated to finding joy and resistance through feminism. The show focuses on everyday feminist practices, marginalized group experiences, and social justice advocacy, covering content including self-recovery, prison system criticism, gender and mental health, socialist feminism, and far-right political criticism. With an intimate, highly critical style emphasizing voices of women, transgender, and non-binary groups, it represents a warm yet radical presence in American feminist podcasting.

Feminist Inc Pod is a podcast hosted by Nigerian feminist Ayo, exploring the real circumstances of Nigerian women through satirical and intimate styles. The show's content covers systemic misogyny, body politics, legal injustices, cultural norms, and media representation, emphasizing Black feminist and intersectional perspectives, representing an independent voice in Nigerian feminist podcasting.