Episode 18: Women: Society’s Safety Net with Jessica Calarco, PhD

Send us Fan MailWelcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast!  Today, I am speaking to sociology professor, award-winning teacher, expert on families, school, and inequalities, and author, Jessica Calarco, about her book Holding it Together: How Women Became America’s Safety Net.In “Episode 18: Women: Society’s Safety Net”, Dr. Calarco offers insights from her groundbreaking research on how women’s labor is undervalued, often taken for granted, and routinely left unpaid.  We discuss societal myths, how we can push back against these harmful narratives, and advocate for better policies to create a more equitable future.Here are some of the topics we discuss: Examples of how women are society’s safety netHow the COVID-19 pandemic starkly brought these inequities to lightHarmful myths that contribute to this problem, including: the Myth of Meritocracy, the Mars-Venus Myth, the Supermom Myth, the Myth of Good ChoicesSocioeconomic impacts of social policies on womenHow women are forced into motherhoodMen’s incentives to avoid care workThe appeal of the “trad wife” trendThe outsize influence of billionaires and corporations on policiesPolicies in other countries with greater gender equality that do workTune in on Monday, March 17, 2025 and make sure to subscribe to stay updated on all our episodes.Where to connect with Jessica Calarco:Website: Jessica CalarcoBluesky: Jess Calarco (@jessicacalarco.bsky.social)Instagram: Instagram (@jesscalarco)Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jesscalarcoSupport the showThe Gynarchy Podcast is available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms. Follow Us for Updates:‌Bluesky: @thegynarchy Instagram: @thegynarchyTikTok: @thegynarchy YouTube: @thegynarchyNewsletter sign upWebsite: www.thegynarchypodcast.com‌Earn FREE CE/CME credit for listening to our episodes by joining the Learn at Pinnacle app:https://learnatpinnacle.com/education______Disclaimer: This podcast and related content are for informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute medical, financial, legal, psychological, or other professional advice. Views expressed are those of the hosts and guests, not their employers, and are not tailored to individual circumstances. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions. By using this content, you agree the creators are not liable for any outcomes or damages resulting from reliance on it.Inclusivity statement:  The Gynarchy is cr...