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Hands Up, Misogynists!

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What does the popularity of Fifty Shades of Grey say about how women see themselves? Can a feminist also be a misogynist?

What does the popularity of Fifty Shades of Grey say about how women see themselves?

This is the final programme of a series exploring misogyny in our most read books, including the Bible, Hamlet, fairy tales and Sons and Lovers. Jo Fidgen and company discuss how E.L. James' Fifty Shades of Grey reflects or subverts the hatred of women depicted in these earlier texts.

The conversation ranges over violence towards women; the taboo of sexual curiosity; and broaches an uncomfortable question: can a feminist also be a misogynist?

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Tue 22 Dec 201509:30
BBC Radio 4

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  • Fri 7 Aug 201513:45
    BBC Radio 4 FM
  • Tue 22 Dec 201509:30
    BBC Radio 4