Kelly Oliver Dougall

Activism Through Fiction: With Drew Augustine


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In this conversation, Drew Augustine discusses her journey as a writer and activist, focusing on the impact of gender recognition reform and the challenges faced in the publishing industry. She emphasizes the importance of free speech, the role of universities in perpetuating gender ideology, and the effects of these ideologies on children. Drew also highlights the significance of satire in activism and the need for community collaboration to combat cultural Marxism and identity politics.
00:00 Introduction to Drew Augustine and Her Work
02:51 The Impact of Gender Recognition Reform in Scotland
05:46 Research and Activism: The Journey to Writing
08:28 Challenges in the Publishing Industry
11:13 The Threat to Free Speech and Hate Speech Legislation
14:06 Experiences in Academia and Censorship
17:03 The Broader Implications of Gender Ideology
19:50 Creative Responses: Satire and Community Engagement
24:52 Cultural Marxism and Identity Politics
27:32 The Impact of Cancel Culture on Free Speech
29:17 The Role of Parents in Trans Rights Activism
32:02 The Emotional Manipulation in Trans Discussions
33:15 Heart breaking Stories from Affected Families
35:46 Raising Awareness Through Fiction
36:49 The Intersection of Sports and Gender Ideology
37:43 Political Accountability and Women's Rights
39:53 Concerns for Vulnerable Children
41:44 Activism Against Inappropriate Literature
43:51 The Fight for Free Speech and Cultural Institutions

Find Drew here - 
https://drewaugustine.com/

The book is available on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Twenty-Murders-Drew-Augustine/dp/B0D55QQ5LP/ (it's free on Kindle Unlimited)

The free advent calendar of flash fiction is here: https://drewaugustine.com/christmas-appeal/

To get the "Murder at the Clinic" murder mystery dinner party game half price, use the code terf5

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