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Category: Gender Studies

A thought-provoking collection of books and articles exploring gender, identity, and societal roles. Delve into humor, history, and research-driven discussions on gender dynamics.

Media Madness and Gender


Posted on July 4, 2024 | Posted on Jack Ivy | Leave a Comment on Media Madness and Gender

Media Madness - The Wild World of Gender Representation in Entertainment Lights, camera, action! Welcome to the star-studded, occasionally ridiculous realm of media, where gender representation is a saga longer…[...]

Posted in Gender Studies

Feminism and Its Discontents


Posted on June 20, 2024 | Posted on Jack Ivy | Leave a Comment on Feminism and Its Discontents

Feminism and Its Discontents Strap in, folks! We're about to embark on a journey through a topic as delicate as a soufflé at a sumo wrestling match—feminism. In this chapter,…[...]

Posted in Gender Studies

Education or Indoctrination?


Posted on June 13, 2024 | Posted on John Elcik | Leave a Comment on Education or Indoctrination?

Education or Indoctrination? Gender in Schools Introduction Pencils up, class! Today, we dive into the contentious world of gender in education, where the line between teaching and preaching can be…[...]

Posted in Gender Studies

The Cultural Mirror – How Society Shapes Gender


Posted on June 6, 2024 | Posted on Jack Ivy | Leave a Comment on The Cultural Mirror – How Society Shapes Gender

Welcome to the circus of society, where gender roles are not just handed out at birth but polished, promoted, and sometimes pawned off like last season's fashions. We will explore…[...]

Posted in Gender Studies

Biology 101


Posted on May 30, 2024 | Posted on Jack Ivy | Leave a Comment on Biology 101

The Science of Sex Welcome to Biology 101, the chapter where we swap our historian hats for lab coats and dive into the wild world of X’s and Y’s. Forget…[...]

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The Historical Woman – Gender Roles Through the Ages


Posted on May 23, 2024 | Posted on Jack Ivy | Leave a Comment on The Historical Woman – Gender Roles Through the Ages

Setting the Historical Stage Ah, history—a realm where men donned powdered wigs and women’s voices were as constrained as their corsets. If history were a dinner party, women would be…[...]

Posted in Gender Studies | Tagged gender roles

What is a Woman – Navigating the Gender Debate


Posted on May 16, 2024 | Posted on Jack Ivy | Leave a Comment on What is a Woman – Navigating the Gender Debate

What is a Woman? Are you ready for a more intense journey than a tranquil stroll through the park? If you're delving into the gender discussion, prepare to strap on…[...]

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“Toxic Masculinity: Breaking the Chains of Stereotypes”


Posted on December 8, 2023 | Posted on Johan Pavel | Leave a Comment on “Toxic Masculinity: Breaking the Chains of Stereotypes”

"Toxic Masculinity: Breaking the Chains of Stereotypes" by Dr. Jack Ivy is a profound exploration of the complex constructs of male identity. This book challenges the iron-clad stereotypes that have…[...]

Posted in Editorial Reviews, Gender Studies

“Male Chauvinism: Tripping on Male Dominance”


Posted on December 1, 2023 | Posted on Johan Pavel | Leave a Comment on “Male Chauvinism: Tripping on Male Dominance”

"Male Chauvinism: Tripping on Male Dominance" by Dr. Jack Ivy is a powerful torchlight that illuminates the dark and often overlooked corridors of gender inequality. Known for his sharp and…[...]

Posted in Editorial Reviews, Gender Studies

“Toxic Feminism: Reclaiming and Rebuilding Positive Feminism”


Posted on November 17, 2023 | Posted on Johan Pavel | Leave a Comment on “Toxic Feminism: Reclaiming and Rebuilding Positive Feminism”

"Toxic Feminism: Reclaiming and Rebuilding Positive Feminism" emerges as a vital beacon in the stormy seas of contemporary gender discourse. It offers a hopeful manifesto for revitalizing the essence of…[...]

Posted in Editorial Reviews, Gender Studies

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