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Navigating the Mess: White Women's Role in Politics and Motherhood

Hosts Mandy Griffin and Katie Swalwell delve into a discussion about the pervasive and historical role white women have played in upholding white supremacy through politics and motherhood. They reflect on the disorienting state of current events, the importance of local action, and the influence of female political figures like Krisit Noem, Pam Bondi, and Joni Ernst. The episode primarily focuses on the book 'Mothers of Massive Resistance' by Elizabeth Gillespie McCray, which explores how white women have consistently contributed to segregation and racism in America. The hosts highlight their disillusionment with the political system and express the need to understand historical patterns to effectively combat ongoing inequalities.

00:00 Welcome to Dirty Laundry

00:46 Life in a Dissociative State

01:39 Trump's Women and Media Overload

04:12 Commercials and Political Ads

07:16 Trump's Surgeon General Nominee Controversy

14:36 The Importance of Science and Research

20:24 Influencers and Misinformation

20:53 Marketing Manipulation and Grifters

21:20 Political Commentary on Joni Ernst

25:40 The Role of Motherhood in Politics

27:26 Plant Research and Mutual Aid

29:11 Introduction to 'Mothers of Massive Resistance'

30:33 White Women's Role in White Supremacy

43:42 Call to Action and Future Plans

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Hosts Mandy Griffin and Katie Swalwell discuss the importance of white women recognizing their role in activism and learning from communities with long-standing vulnerabilities. They critique systemic issues and figures such as Pete Buttigieg's inadequate political responses, and dive into the problematic policies and actions of Trump's administration, focusing on the misguided efforts of officials in education and agriculture sectors. The episode concludes with a call to understand the historical context and influence of white Christian nationalism in shaping these systemic issues.

00:43 Reflections on Marginalized Communities

03:29 Toxic Positivity vs. Despair

05:38 Frustration with Democratic Leadership

12:01 The Role of the Department of Education

23:42 Tariffs and Their Impact

31:30 Economic Impact of Avian Flu on Poultry Farmers

44:27 The Reality of Mass Deportations and Agriculture

47:26 Trump's Nominee for Surgeon General: Jeanette Neshewat

52:09 Upcoming Topics and Future Discussions

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In this episode, we grapple with balancing staying informed without falling into despair from constant news consumption. We then delve into the roles of Trump's nominated cabinet members such as Linda McMahon for Secretary of Education and Brooke Rollins for Secretary of Agriculture, scrutinizing their qualifications, histories, and the potential impacts of their appointments on education and agriculture policies in the U.S. The discussion covers issues like tariff implications, agricultural labor reliance on undocumented workers, and the broader consequences on food supply and farming subsidies.

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

00:28 Balancing News Consumption and Mental Health

04:20 Impact of Cabinet Members on Daily Life

05:53 Linda McMahon's Background and Role

12:50 Brooke Rollins and Agricultural Policies

18:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Pam Bondi and Kristi Noem

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Four years later...what did white women do this presidential election cycle? The unsurprising results are in.

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Trad wife run-down. Where does the movement come from, how has it evolved, does it have a political agenda, are we, as feminists, wrong to criticize it? Let's talk!

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Katy's Publishing Company!

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Debbie Reese is a Nambé Pueblo scholar and educator. Dr. Reese founded American Indians in Children's Literature, which analyzes representations of Native and Indigenous peoples in children's literature. She co-edited a young adult adaptation of An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States with Jean Mendoza in 2019.

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