Privileged vs Oppressed: Intersectional feminism explained with Harriet, Sandi and May

Privileged vs Oppressed: Intersectional feminism explained with Harriet, Sandi and May

This week, we dive into one of the most important and honestly most misunderstood conversations around feminism: intersectional feminism. - What does it actually mean? - Why doesn’t “one-size-fits-all feminism” work? - And why do race, ethnicity, migration, class, language, disability, and conflict all shape how inequality is experienced? Through personal stories and lived experiences as Burmese women living abroad, we unpack: ✨ racism, migration & diaspora identity✨ cognitive labour and constantly explaining yourself✨ privilege and marginalization existing at the same time✨ decolonising our thinking, media & education✨ why representation matters✨ whose voices get heard and whose don’t We also discuss:– being treated differently because of passports and skin colour– Western-centric feminism and media– beauty standards and internalised bias– feminism in Myanmar and the Spring Revolution– how systems shape our understanding of ourselves and others ⚠️ Warning: This episode may cause existential reflection, sudden anger at Facebook comments, and an urge to decolonise your bookshelf immediately.

Misconceptions about feminism with Harriet, Sandi and May

We dive into feminism, intersectional feminism, and the many myths that still surround the word itself - especially online. From growing up as women in Myanmar to navigating gender expectations abroad, we unpack how inequality shows up in everyday life, culture, relationships, work, and identity. In this episode, we talk about:✨ what feminism actually means✨ why feminism is not anti-men✨ toxic masculinity and emotional repression✨ gender roles in Myanmar society✨ intersectionality, privilege, and lived experiences✨ why one-size-fits-all feminism doesn’t work We also reflect on personal stories that shaped our understanding of feminism from witnessing double standards as young girls to recognizing how systems affect everyone differently depending on gender, class, ethnicity, and social position. This episode is thoughtful, messy, funny, emotional, and occasionally slightly feral. ⚠️ Side effects may include:– questioning societal norms– realizing feminism benefits everyone– getting irrationally angry at “not all men” comments

Social media addiction with Harriet, Sandi and May

🎙️ Social Media Addiction - our most unhinged episode yet. We started this episode trying to talk about social media… and ended up unpacking algorithms, mental health, online harassment, misinformation - and our own questionable screen habits. From the early days of Tumblr and Friendster to today’s dopamine-driven feeds, we reflect on how social media has shifted from connection to something much more complex and sometimes, overwhelming. We talk about:– doomscrolling and emotional burnout– how tech companies design platforms to keep us hooked– the mental health impact of constant exposure to news and content– diaspora experiences of staying connected (and overwhelmed) at the same time– why going offline feels impossible… but necessary Also featuring:dark humour, random spirals, and a little bit of self-exposure ⚠️ This episode may cause sudden awareness of your screen time

Bilingual chit chat: Belonging and loneliness when you're away from home

This one’s a bit more of a casual, bilingual chit-chat between us 🤍 We talk about loneliness, belonging, and what it really feels like to live away from home - navigating different cultures, missing familiar things, and sometimes feeling like you don’t fully belong anywhere. Through a mix of English and Burmese, we share personal stories, little reflections, and the small ways we try to cope, reconnect, and build our own sense of community. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t fully belong anywhere, this one’s for you.

Book discussion: Exploring "The Vegetarian" by Han Kang with Harriet, Sandi and May

In this episode, we discuss The Vegetarian by Han Kang (Nobel Literature Prize and International Booker Prize Winner) - a powerful and unsettling novel that explores bodily autonomy, societal expectations, and different forms of violence. We reflect on how the story made us feel, unpack key themes, and share personal perspectives on conformity, silence, and the experiences of women navigating complex social norms. ⚠️ Content note: This episode includes discussion of violence and sensitive topics. Listener discretion advised.