I really enjoyed this conversation with the writer Laura Freixas. We talked about how becoming a mother can provide a whole new perspective on feminism, and how the new “queer feminism” doesn’t seem to have space for motherhood at all.
Laura explained the deep divide in Spanish feminism and how Spanish political parties have responded to trans activist demands for self-ID laws which have undermined women’s rights. We also talked about how Spain’s past still haunts contemporary culture, leading to the embrace of some progressive-sounding but deeply dubious ideas.
We discussed the new queer feminism and how it utterly fails to address the problems of most women, namely violence and the impact of motherhood and caring responsibilities on their lives.
And plenty more! I hope you enjoy it!
Guest info:
Laura Freixas was born in Barcelona in 1958 and now divides her time between Madrid and Barcelona. Laura is a writer, feminist, and cultural commentator. She has written novels, essays, memoirs, and short stories, including her best-known book: A mí no me iba a pasar[It wasn’t going to happen to me]. She is also known for promoting women’s writing and founded Clásicas y Modernas, an association for gender equality in culture. She is also a regular columnist in La Vanguardia, where she writes about feminism, culture, and current debates.
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