E365 Inner Voice -A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan Zeine & Dr. Sabrina Strings about The End of Love, Racism, Sexism, and Romance

E365 – "Inner Voice: A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan Zeine." In this episode, Dr. Foojan Zeine chats with Dr. Sabrina Strings, professor and North Hall Chair of Black Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Her book, Fearing the Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia, won the 2020 Body and Embodiment Best Publication Award given by the American Sociological Association and was an Honorable Mention in the 2020 Sociology of Sex and Gender Distinguished Book Award, provided by the American Sociological Association. Today, we will be talking about her latest book, "The End of Love – Racism, Sexism, and The Death of Romance." For more information, go to www.sabrinastrings.com 20 Best California Mental Health Podcasts https://podcasts.feedspot.com/california_mental_health_podcasts/ Check out my website: www.FoojanZeine.com, www.AwarenessIntegration.com, www.Foojan.com Summary: Dr. Foojan and Dr. Strings discussed her latest book, "The End of Love, Racism, Sexism, and the Death of Romance." They explored the concept of a "Situationship" and the historical and cultural context of romantic relationships, focusing on the Western world and the Middle East. They also discussed the evolution of courtship into romantic love, the role of gender and power dynamics in these relationships, and the prevalence of extramarital relationships. Dr. Strings explained that the idea of a "worthy" woman is used to justify the mistreatment of women who do not fit this ideal, particularly women of color who are seen as being of a lower status. They also discussed the changing dynamics between men and women as women have become more independent and the clash between traditional gender roles and the demand for gender equality. Dr. Foojan and Dr. Strings discussed the decline of traditional romantic love and courtship. They pointed out that the connection between romance and marriage is relatively recent, with arranged marriages by family being more prevalent in the past. They argued that other forms of love, such as self-love, family, and community love, are universal. Dr. Strings highlighted that love is about generosity, while romance can be selfish. They discussed the cultural aspects of relationships and family dynamics, focusing on the role of Black women and the experiences of Iranian women. They highlighted the resilience of Black women and the challenges they face, as well as the oppressive laws and practices towards women in various parts of the world, including Iran and India. They discussed the ongoing battle against sexism and the entrenchment of this issue in the law. They expressed their concerns about the future of women's rights, especially with the changing political landscape. They also discussed the significance of the representation of women, particularly women of color, in positions of power.