I love, love, LOVE mac & cheese. When I went vegan, I didn’t miss eggs or milk or yogurt. Nope, I only missed cheese…particularly mac & cheese. While I’ve been quite satisfied with my usual vegan mac & cheese recipe, I’m always interested in spicing things up. This past weekend, I was lounging around watching … Continue reading »
Monthly Archives: June 2011
Pride (In the Name of Love): Gay Marriage Legalized in New York State
Too often, I have something to complain about: sexism, the ongoing assault on reproductive rights, having to wait until next year for the return of Mad Men. So I’m elated that I have some good news to celebrate. As June celebrates Pride Month, it’s fitting that on Friday, New York State became the 6th (and … Continue reading »
Here There Be Sexism?: ‘Game of Thrones’ Season 1 and Gender
Cross-posted at Bitch Flicks. This is a review of HBO’s Game of Thrones, Season 1. When I watched the premiere of Game of Thrones, I almost choked on all the rampant misogyny. I kept watching, lured by the premise and intrigued by the complex plots, curious if things for women would improve. Throughout the first … Continue reading »
We Need More Female Politicians Not Because Women Are More Moral, But Because Diversity Helps Us All
So there’s been a lot of Weinergate talk. A LOT. On the heels of Schwarzenegger’s infidelity, Congressman Anthony Weiner shocked many with his oh so charming penis bulge photos…especially since he’s married to the fab Huma Abedin (and no, douchebag Chris Matthews, it is NOT her fault)…who’s now pregnant. The controversy raises compelling questions surrounding … Continue reading »
The Feminine Mystique? A Feminist Flashback Review of “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?”
Originally published at Bitch Flicks. When I was young, my mom raised me on classic films: Gone with the Wind, Casablanca, The Great Escape, Breakfast at Tiffany’s. I fondly remember watching Elizabeth Taylor on-screen. Hollywood royalty, we often think of her arresting beauty, numerous marriages, struggle with alcohol, philanthropy and perfume commercials. It’s easy to … Continue reading »
Sexism and the City: VS Naipaul’s Offensive Comments on Gender & Female Writers
Oh yay…another sexism watch alert. Nobel Laureate for Literature winner and royal asshat VS Naipaul said in an interview last week at the Royal Geographic Society that he didn’t consider any female writer his literary equal. Wow. In particular, he criticized Jane Austen (what did she ever do to him?!), saying he: “couldn’t possibly share … Continue reading »
Meat-Free Monday Recipe: Strawberry & Spinach Salad with a Basil Vinaigrette
I’m not much of a salad person. There I said it. Probably a strange sentiment uttered from a vegan. While I love fresh veggies and everything from creamy dressings to light vinaigrettes, I usually find salads underwhelming. But with the days warming up, the hint of summer right around the corner, I’m in the mood … Continue reading »
Frogs, Snails & Puppy-Dogs’ Tails vs. Sugar, Spice & Everything Nice?: “Genderless Baby” & Policing Gender
When I was a young girl, I scoffed at dresses, proudly donning T-shirts and corduroy pants and my Wonder Woman costume. I played with My Little Ponys as well as Matchbox cars. When I was 3 years old, I changed my first name to “Girl” and wouldn’t respond to anything else. While I didn’t want … Continue reading »
Films / Guest Posts / TV / Women and Gender
Guest Post: So This Feminist Walks Into a Bar: On Feminism and Humor
Written by Christina Black. Originally published at Fem2pt0. Reprinted with permission. I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the role of humor in feminism – and feminism’s role in the face of offensive humor. Rebecca Traister made an interesting point in Big Girls Don’t Cry, her book chronicling the 2008 election and specifically, Hillary Clinton. Traister … Continue reading »
