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Gender identity and pronouns in the media
29:17 - 39:23 (10:06)
The use of pronouns as a way of expressing one's gender identity is becoming increasingly common, with celebrities like Demi Lovato leading the way in normalizing the practice. Despite its simplicity, some people still struggle with the concept.
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People are criticizing Adidas' newest sneaker collaboration with designer Jeremy Scott for featuring shackles reminiscent of those used in slavery, causing backlash on social media.
29:17 - 32:43 (03:26)
Summary
People are criticizing Adidas' newest sneaker collaboration with designer Jeremy Scott for featuring shackles reminiscent of those used in slavery, causing backlash on social media. Also, Demi Lovato has announced her pronoun preferences.
ChapterGender identity and pronouns in the media
Episode#510 - Zack Telander - Men Are Taking More Viagra Than Ever
PodcastModern Wisdom
Demi Lovato discusses their gender identity and the use of pronouns.
32:43 - 35:35 (02:51)
Summary
Demi Lovato discusses their gender identity and the use of pronouns. They explain how gender identity can be a fluid thing and misleading headlines about them reverting back to she/her pronouns.
ChapterGender identity and pronouns in the media
Episode#510 - Zack Telander - Men Are Taking More Viagra Than Ever
PodcastModern Wisdom
Jordan Peterson's concerns with enforcing the use of preferred pronouns is rooted in the idea that it is a way of exerting power over others.
35:35 - 37:29 (01:54)
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Jordan Peterson's concerns with enforcing the use of preferred pronouns is rooted in the idea that it is a way of exerting power over others. The difficulty arises when trying to incorporate plural pronouns into everyday speech.
ChapterGender identity and pronouns in the media
Episode#510 - Zack Telander - Men Are Taking More Viagra Than Ever
PodcastModern Wisdom
Beyonce has been facing backlash from activists over a lyric in her newly-released album that has been deemed ableist.
37:29 - 39:23 (01:54)
Summary
Beyonce has been facing backlash from activists over a lyric in her newly-released album that has been deemed ableist. The affected song, Heat, was co-written by Beyonce and Drake, and features a term that some critics argue is no longer acceptable in present times due to its medical origins.