The Philosopher Who REJECTS Gender Identity - Holly Lawford-Smith (#10)
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In this episode of Beyond Gender, philosopher Holly Lawford-Smith unpacks why the word "woman" has become controversial—and what gender critical feminism is really about. She challenges mainstream narratives on gender, identity, and feminism, and explains why fighting for women’s rights shouldn’t be confined to the political left.
🔍 Books: Gender Critical Feminism, Sex Matters, Feminism Beyond Left and Right
🌐 More: hollylawford-smith.org | @hollylawford-smith | @aytchellesse
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0:00 – Introduction & Gender Critical Feminism
1:00 – What Is Social Construction?
3:00 – Sex vs Gender Explained
6:00 – Simone de Beauvoir vs Judith Butler
8:00 – Defining Sex, Gender & Gender Critical
10:00 – Origins of the Gender Critical Movement
12:00 – Liberal Feminism & the Problem with "Choice"
15:00 – Consent, Pornography & Sex Positivity
18:00 – Biological Influences vs Social Construction
21:00 – Evolutionary Psychology & Behaviour
24:00 – Testosterone, Patriarchy & Alternative Explanations
28:00 – Difference Feminism & Carol Gilligan
32:00 – Gender Abolition vs Sex Differences
36:00 – Nature vs Nurture in Gender
39:00 – Why 'Woman' Is Now Contested in Academia
42:00 – Philosophy, Censorship & Speaking at Princeton
45:00 – Identity Politics: Inward vs Outward Focus
48:00 – The Shift from Gender Critical Feminism to Just 'Gender Critical'
52:00 – Feminists Working Across Political Divides
55:00 – Australia, the UK, and Global Gender Politics
1:02:00 – Hope for a New Feminist Movement
Disclaimer: The discussions in this episode are for educational and informational purposes only. They are not intended as a substitute for mental health services.
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The Philosopher Who REJECTS Gender Identity - Holly Lawford-Smith (#10)
Beyond Gender
19,067 views
In this episode of Beyond Gender, philosopher Holly Lawford-Smith unpacks why the word "woman" has become controversial—and what gender critical feminism is really about. She challenges mainstream narratives on gender, identity, and feminism, and explains why fighting for women’s rights shouldn’t be confined to the political left.
🔍 Books: Gender Critical Feminism, Sex Matters, Feminism Beyond Left and Right
🌐 More: hollylawford-smith.org | @hollylawford-smith | @aytchellesse
👉 Read the full show notes for more:
https://stellaomalley.substack.com/p/...
🎧 Listen & Subscribe:
🔹 YouTube | 🔹 Substack | 🔹 Spotify | 🔹 Apple Podcasts
0:00 – Introduction & Gender Critical Feminism
1:00 – What Is Social Construction?
3:00 – Sex vs Gender Explained
6:00 – Simone de Beauvoir vs Judith Butler
8:00 – Defining Sex, Gender & Gender Critical
10:00 – Origins of the Gender Critical Movement
12:00 – Liberal Feminism & the Problem with "Choice"
15:00 – Consent, Pornography & Sex Positivity
18:00 – Biological Influences vs Social Construction
21:00 – Evolutionary Psychology & Behaviour
24:00 – Testosterone, Patriarchy & Alternative Explanations
28:00 – Difference Feminism & Carol Gilligan
32:00 – Gender Abolition vs Sex Differences
36:00 – Nature vs Nurture in Gender
39:00 – Why 'Woman' Is Now Contested in Academia
42:00 – Philosophy, Censorship & Speaking at Princeton
45:00 – Identity Politics: Inward vs Outward Focus
48:00 – The Shift from Gender Critical Feminism to Just 'Gender Critical'
52:00 – Feminists Working Across Political Divides
55:00 – Australia, the UK, and Global Gender Politics
1:02:00 – Hope for a New Feminist Movement
Disclaimer: The discussions in this episode are for educational and informational purposes only. They are not intended as a substitute for mental health services.
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📢 If this episode made you think, share it with a friend!
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