Challenging American Patriarchy at Its Roots

Sociologist, storyteller, and best-selling author Anna Malaika Tubbs calls for dismantling the key system that has determined who actually gets to be considered human in the United States: The American patriarchy. She says that transforming the forefathers' vision of a republic of men requires deep change at the personal, community, and national levels. Featuring Anna Malaika Tubbs, Ph.D. is a bestselling author and leading multidisciplinary expert on race, gender, and equity. Her most recent bestselling book is Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden From Us (2025). Lisa Rudman, Partnership Director at the San Francisco Public Press, a local investigative newsroom, is a lesbian feminist journalist, media professional and environmentalist. Resources AnnaMalaikaTubbs.com Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden From Us Executive Producer: Kenny Ausubel Written by: Stephanie Welch and Emily Harris Senior Producer and Station Relations: Stephanie Welch Producer: Teo Grossman Associate Producer and Program Engineer: Emily Harris Host and Consulting Producer: Neil Harvey This is an episode of the Bioneers: Revolution from the Heart of Nature series. Visit the radio and podcast homepage to learn more.