The Purple Pawedcast

Today's episode is about feminism. My friend Kendra and I muse on Western society and feminism's role in it. 

REFERENCES: Dreamers & Doers: https://www.dreamersdoers.com/ 
The Kochfidential: https://www.thekochfidential.com/notes 
Get Touchy Feely: https://gettouchyfeely.com/ 
Gender Identity Today: https://genderidentitytoday.com 

  • (00:00) - Show Opening
  • (03:22) - Trying Harder Doesn't Always Work
  • (06:15) - How Kendra and I Got into Feminism
  • (08:22) - Ami Takes an English Course
  • (13:18) - Feminism is a Western Concept
  • (15:44) - Other Cultural Takes on the Divine Feminine
  • (19:39) - Why Kant Women Have a Career?
  • (21:25) - Growing up in a Small Town
  • (26:45) - Unreal Expectations from Feminism
  • (28:35) - Christian Philosophy and Western Society
  • (32:07) - Capitalism as the Culprit
  • (42:02) - Blame, Responsibility, and Feeling like a Failure
  • (49:54) - We Can Always Improve
  • (52:19) - Divine Feminine as Completing
  • (58:27) - Using Sex where a Gender is Required
  • (01:00:47) - It's Summer All the Time!
  • (01:04:45) - Finding Kendra
  • (01:05:24) - Show Closing
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Creators and Guests

Host
Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.
Scientist, storyteller, and professional overthinker of all things identity. Also, I happen to be a transgender woman.

What is The Purple Pawedcast?

Welcome to The Purple Pawedcast, where we unpack the complexities of gender, identity, and what it truly means to be human—without the academic jargon (okay, maybe just a little, but only the fun kind).

Curated by Amethysta Herrick. Ph.D., this pod is where science, philosophy, and lived experience collide to challenge assumptions and spark new perspectives. Whether you’re here to explore your own identity, stay informed on the latest research, or just enjoy a deep dive into the human experience, we deliver thoughtful, engaging, and refreshingly honest discussions. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just real conversations about who we are and how we navigate the world. Dive in, stay curious, and let’s rethink identity together.