The Female Persuasion by Meg Wolitzer - Our Fascinating Discussion (Episode 59)

In this Unabridged podcast episode, we're discussing our February Book Club book, The Female Persuasion by Meg Wolitzer, which centers on issues related to feminism. This novel focuses first on college student Greer Kadetsky who meets her mentor, Faith Frank, when Frank speaks at Greer’s college.  Their initial meeting leads to a productive and ultimately contentious relationship focused on advocacy for feminism. Along the way, a rich cast of secondary characters, including Greer’s boyfriend Cory, her best friend Zee, and Faith’s investor Emmett, change and grow along with Greer.  

Spoilers are inevitable throughout our book club discussion, so consider whether or not to listen if you haven't yet read the book The Female Persuasion!
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timeline

• Introduction and Summary of the Book: 00:00 - 01:58
• Main Discussion: 01:58 - 49:11
• ​Book Pairings: 49:21 - 56:59
• Classroom Connections: 57:00 - 00:00

book pairings 

• Ashley - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's We Should All Be Feminists 
• Jen - ​Rebecca Solnit's Men Explain Things to Me
• Sara - The Radical Element: Twelve Stories of Daredevils, Debutants, and Other Dauntless Girls edited by Jessica Spotswood

other mentions 

• Meg Wolitzer's Belzhar and The Ten-Year Nap
• Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale
• Christina Dalcher’s Vox
• Naomi Alderman’s The Power

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