Nudes: The Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Nudes: The Podcast" is a companion to the book "Nudes & Other Things I Cannot Unsend. Hosted by the author - Boetumelo M.
The podcast delves deeper into the themes and experiences explored in the book, providing an intimate and personal look into the author's journey. Listeners can expect to hear personal anecdotes, reflections on identity, community, and activism, as well as interviews with other marginalized voices in the community.
In this episode of Nudes, host Boetumelo M explores the societal stigma surrounding poor people having children. She questions the idea that poverty should be a barrier to parenthood and challenges the notion that the responsibility of addressing poverty should solely fall on the impoverished. Boetumelo invites listeners to consider the larger systemic issues at play and advocates for a shift towards advocating for the impoverished rather than the rich. Tune in for an insightful and thought-provoking discussion on this controversial topic.
In this episode of Nudes, Boetumelo M talks about the intersections of love, feminism, and patriarchy, and how they shape our understanding of relationships and ourselves. Boetumelo explores how the patriarchal system has led women to believe that finding a man is the key to safety and success, and how this belief can be detrimental to our self-worth and agency. Drawing from bell hook's "All About Love," Boetumelo argues that living with a love ethic can humanize men and women and lead to more equitable and fulfilling relationships. Through personal anecdotes and critical analysis, Boetumelo challenges us to reframe our understanding of feminism and love and to embrace a more holistic and empowering approach to both.
Welcome to a bonus episode of Nudes - the podcast hosted by Boetumelo M. In this quick and informative rant, Boetumelo shares her thoughts on why it may be very feminist of women to support other women who cheat on their male partners. She discusses the unfair double standards that women are held to in relationships and how the power dynamics often favor men. Many cis-heterosexual women enter relationships under the guise of safety and provision, only to be treated as subordinate to their male partners. Join Boetumelo as she challenges the societal norms and encourages women to support each other in their pursuit of true equality and happiness.
In this episode of Nudes, Boetumelo M delves into the paradox of women's lives - while women are decentred from men in theory, why is it that the majority of our conversations with friends still revolve around men? Boetumelo explores the societal pressures and expectations that lead to this paradox and offers insights into how women can truly decenter themselves from the male gaze and prioritize their own growth and self-care.
Join me for a thought-provoking conversation on the complex nature of women's relationships with men and with each other.
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Join me as I explore the concept of "second chance romance" and the ways in which it can be used as a grift. With humour, empathy, and a critical eye and through personal anecdotes and word of mouth, I delve into the potential pitfalls of rekindling old flames and offer insights into how to approach second-chance romance with caution and self-awareness. "The Grift of Second Chance Romance" is a must-listen for anyone navigating the treacherous waters of love and relationships.
In this episode of Nudes, host Boetumelo dives deep into the world of dating older men. She explores the concept of agency and how it relates to women who choose to date older men. Also debunks the myth of the "bitter older woman" and shares her own personal experiences and perspectives on the topic. Join Boetumelo as she breaks down the complexities of dating older men and the importance of agency in relationships.
Get ready to break free from the chains of hypersexuality grooming! In this episode of the 'Nudes' podcast, we dip our toes into the dark and twisted world of manipulation and control. Join me as I personal experiences and thoughts on how society's hypersexualization of women is dehumanizing and how capital 'F' feminism has deluded many women into thinking the solution is casual sex.
The first episode of the "Nudes" podcast introduces listeners to the host, Boetumelo, a young black woman from Johannesburg, South Africa.
This episode sets the tone for the rest of the podcast series and provides an intimate and personal look into the author's journey. It looks into how the Patreon account, book, and podcast are all interconnected.
All these platforms will provide exclusive content and behind-the-scenes access to the creative process of the book, as well as foster a community of support and understanding.
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https://www.patreon.com/boetumelo_m