Episide 6: Feminism, Politics, and Class: A Discussion with Edie Wyatt

Exploring Feminist Politics, Class Struggle, and Ideological Conflicts with Edie Wyatt

In this episode of the Veriditas Podcast, Petra engages in an in-depth conversation with Edie Wyatt, exploring her perspectives on feminist politics, class struggles, and ideological conflicts within the gender-critical feminist movement. The discussion ranges from critiques of classical liberalism and gender identity ideology to personal reflections on Edie's upbringing in a working-class family, her journey through academia, and her experiences with political activism. They also delve into the contentious dynamics within the feminist movement, particularly the tensions between different factions and the role of social media in shaping public discourse. This episode provides a comprehensive look at the complexities and challenges facing contemporary feminism and broader societal issues.

00:00 Introduction and Initial Greetings

00:12 Shared Academic Backgrounds and Political Views

01:38 The Role of Classical Liberalism and Personal Ideology

03:31 Separation of Church and State

04:08 Weber's Influence and Understanding Perspectives

09:05 Personal Stories and Early Life

12:32 Challenges of Growing Up in Poverty

17:17 Education and Political Awakening

28:39 Feminism and Women's Rights

35:06 Defining Feminism and Its Political Impact

37:21 Critique of Modern Feminism and Media Representation

39:18 Internet's Role in Shaping Public Discourse

42:07 Middle East Politics and Feminist Perspectives

50:59 The Evolution of Leftist Politics

01:06:39 Internal Conflicts in Feminist Movements

01:09:36 The Structural Oppression of Women

01:09:55 The Role of Government and Market in Women's Protection

01:10:30 Workplace Protections and Male Pattern Violence

01:11:41 Chesterton's Fence and Feminist Conflicts

01:13:07 Debates on Feminist Politics and Genspect

01:13:19 Controversial Figures and Feminist Critiques

01:14:48 Class Issues and Gender Recognition Act

01:17:50 The Internet's Impact on Feminist Discourse

01:25:41 The Monetization of Feminist Conflicts

01:36:35 The Rise of Postliberal Feminists

01:41:39 Concluding Thoughts and Future Conversations

 

Bio

Edie is my real name but Wyatt is a maternal family name. I like to write about politics, God, culture and stuff. My specific interest is in the way governments are removing the rights of women by using gender identity ideology to redefine the legal vessel that holds all the rights of women, sex. I am also interested in talking about the life of women in the different stages, as well as grief and loss that has been a constant part of my life. I will share recipes as well as stories. That's it.

Edie’s author page at The Spectator: https://www.spectator.com.au/author/edie-wyatt/

Edie’s Substack, Culture & State.

Edie’s podcast, Welcome to the Dollhouse.

 

References

Edie’s Substack: https://msediewyatt.substack.com/ 

Edie’s writer page at The Spectator: https://www.spectator.com.au/author/edie-wyatt/ 

Edie’s podcast with Kit Kowalski, Welcome to the Dollhouse.

Edie Wyatt, 'My White Privilege Didn’t Save Me. But God Did', Quillette, December 7, 2020. 

Edie Wyatt, 'The Middle Class Takeover of the Left: The Left-Wing Political Appropriation of Grassroots Through Elitist Social Policies', Savage Minds, April 34, 2022. 

Edie Wyatt, 'The Classical Liberal Case for Feminism', The Spectator, 31 July, 2024. 

Edie Wyatt, 'AGP-gate: The Emerging Class Politics of Gender Critical', Culture & State, Substack, November 20, 2023. 

On this subject, see also:

Andrew Doyle, ‘The Bullying Fringe of the Gender-Critical Movement’, Dec 11, 2024, Substack.

Stella O’Malley, 'The Split', GenSpect, 11 November 2023.

Meghan Murphy, 'Why are women up in arms about a man in a dress?' November 16, 2023. 

Heather Heying, 'Autogynephilia at the GenSpect Conference', Natural Selections, Substack, November 13, 2023.  

 

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