Start the New Year right by checking out this illuminating documentary: What Was Ours. It's past time those of us in the States learned about the people whose ancestral lands, and often current lands, we occupy. And I mean learn about the people living now, not just their ancestors. Over and over I see Indigenous … Continue reading Recommended Viewing: What Was Ours
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Recommended Viewing: Disclosure
I finally watched Disclosure on Netflix last night. It was a revelation. I'm surprised I haven't heard anyone talking about it. Then I think about it and am not surprised, so here's my invitation to you to watch people describe themselves and drop some knowledge and history on you that you probably don't know. I … Continue reading Recommended Viewing: Disclosure
Recommended Reading: Circe by Madeline Miller
What has patriarchy done for us lately? Or ever? It's assumed by many that patriarchy benefits men at the expense of women, but feminists have long pointed out that patriarchy harms EVERYBODY, men included. As a feminist, I have a vested interest in telling truer versions of popular myths, and Madeline Miller's Circe does exactly … Continue reading Recommended Reading: Circe by Madeline Miller