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The gender data gap is not well-known even in feminism circles even though it constitutes a major, potentially life-threatening problem. Laura explains the concept, extensively discusses examples from different fields and proposes solutions for overcoming the gender data gap.
10 May 2021
Feminist Focus: Episode 7: Women in conflict
Laura and her housemate Moshka Mehta, a student of International Relations at KCL, talk about the role of women in conflict. Moshka emphasizes the disproportionate vulnerability of women in conflict, but also cautions against seeing them exclusively as victims.
10 May 2021
Feminist Focus: Episode 6: Consent
This episode engages with consent and tries to explain the concept in a practical way. It also advocates for the institutionalization of mandatory consent workshops in all institutions where people come together, especially at universities.
10 May 2021
Feminist Focus: Episode 5: Intersectionality
Laura discusses intersectional feminism concerning several identity markers such as ethnicity or sexual orientation. This show also features a beautifully diverse playlist curated by Laura's friend Helen.
10 May 2021
Feminist Focus: Episode 4: Sex-positive feminism
Sex-positive feminism denotes a movement within feminism that emphasizes and celebrates self-directed female sexuality. Laura and her community discuss various issues revolving around sex-positive feminism, including nudity on social media and the male vs. female gaze.
10 May 2021
Feminist Focus: Episode 3: The role of men in feminism
This episode is special because it features voice messages from several men discussing how they see themselves and men in general within the feminist movement. They and Laura are trying to navigate the tension between taking up space in a movement primarily directed at women and leveraging their privilege to further the feminist cause
10 May 2021
Feminist Focus: Episode 2: Sexism and feminism in pop culture
Laura delves into sexism and feminism in pop culture, mostly regarding the use of language. Topics covered include representation, appropriation of derogatory language and the limits of humor.
Laura Alviž and her guest, Jannis Kappelmann, a graduate student of Peace and Conflict Studies at KCL , discuss the concept of feminist foreign policy. We clarify the term, consider examples from different parts of the world, and try to understand what feminism has to do with nuclear weapons.
9 Apr 2021
The Compass - S2E1
On The Compass, DJ Lucas Romanski uses philosophy to investigate politics and question traditional narratives about the structure of society. The Compass airs live at 8PM GMT/3PM EST on Tuesday evenings on RareFM, UCL's student radio station.
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