Listen "Brilliant Barbie...and the Story Continues"
Episode Synopsis
Barbie (2023, directed by Greta Gerwig) was one of the highest-grossing films of all time, and it is full of pink femininity. What is it about this character that appeals to our sensibilities--regardless of age? I suspect it is our desire to get lost in other worlds, and our desire for play. Listen to this posting from 2023 about the power of play and femininity to help us overcome the struggles of a slowly shifting paradigm.
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