This is the first half of our conversation. The full episode and the complete archive of Subversive episodes, including exclusive episodes and my writing, are available on Substack.

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Our conversation explores moral posturing, the contrast between female neediness and male horniness, the transformation from undesirable to desirable, the experiences of femcels, and the role of feminism in different cultures. We also speak about feminism, relationships, motherhood, and self-discovery. Stella shares her experience of feeling empowered by feminism while studying in London but also highlights the challenges she faced, such as casual sex and the devaluation of relationships. She discusses the pressure women face to get married and have children and the impact it can have on their lives. We also reflect on our relationships with our mothers and their influence on our identities. They also discuss the importance of emotional maturity and therapy's role in personal growth.

Stella Tsantekidou is a writer and political commentator. She’s on Twitter at @Stsantek. She writes on Substack at:

00:00 Moral Posturing and Refreshing Authenticity

03:30 The Contrast Between Female Neediness and Male Horniness

08:17 The Hidden World of Femcels

24:58 The Role of Feminism in Different Cultures

34:25 Empowerment and Challenges of Feminism

37:21 The Pressure to Get Married and Have Children

41:48 Struggles in Marriages and Divorce

47:19 Dating, Self-Worth, and Relationships

50:49 Navigating Political Differences and Speaking to the Right

53:35 Mothers and Identity

56:11 Emotional Maturity and Therapy

59:42 John Stuart Mill: Exploring Women's Identity