<p>In this episode of <em>The Feminist Mom Podcast</em>, Erin sits down with <a href="https://www.serenekhader.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Dr. Serene Khader</a> where they discusses her book “<a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/739145/faux-feminism-by-serene-khader/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Faux Feminism: Why We Fall for White Feminism and How We Can Stop</a>” and explores the intersections of feminism and motherhood, particularly in the context of the pandemic.</p><br/><p>In this conversation, Erin and Serene discuss the evolution of childcare awareness and the impact of the pandemic on caregiving. They explore the historical context of feminism and childcare, the need for flexible childcare solutions, and the burden of intensive parenting. The discussion also highlights the overutilization of women's labor and the changing gender dynamics in feminism, emphasizing the importance of men's involvement in the movement.</p><br/><p>Dr. Serene Khader is a writer, philosopher, and feminist thinker whose new book, Faux Feminism: Why We Fall for White Feminism and How We Can Stop, takes a hard look at how mainstream feminism often focuses too much on individual success instead of real, collective change. She’s a professor at Brooklyn College and the CUNY Graduate Center, and she has a lot to say about the ways feminism and motherhood intersect—especially after the pandemic.</p><br/><p>Learn more about Dr. Serene Khader and her work at<a href="https://www.nancyreddy.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://www.serenekhader.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.serenekhader.com/</a></p><br/><p>Follow Serene on Bluesky: <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/serenekhader.bsky.social" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://bsky.app/profile/serenekhader.bsky.social</a></p><br/><p>Purchase Faux Feminism <a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/739145/faux-feminism-by-serene-khader/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here.</a></p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>Follow Erin on Instagram: <a href="http://instagram.com/feminist.mom.therapist" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">instagram.com/feminist.mom.therapist</a></p><br/><p>Learn more about Erin: <a href="http://www.erinspahrtherapy.com" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.erinspahrtherapy.com</a></p><br/><p>Podcast Website: <a href="http://www.feministmompodcast.com" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.feministmompodcast.com</a></p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>Subscribe & Review: Love what you’re hearing? Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast to help us reach more listeners like you! Support the podcast with a monthly donation:<a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feministmompodcast/support" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feministmompodcast/support</a></p><br/><p>Introducing the <a href="https://www.inclusiveproviders.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Inclusive Provider Directory</a>! It is free for families to search. Providers can become a member and create a profile, as well as accessing a number of additional benefits. </p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>Please note: The information provided on this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The content shared here is not intended to be professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This page may contain affiliate links. </p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://erinspahr.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">erinspahr.substack.com</a>