Why was it Eve who ate the apple? Jo Fidgen and company discuss whether Genesis encourages hatred of women today. First in a series exploring misogyny in our most read books. Show more
The Misogyny Book Club
Episode 2: Sex and Silence
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Readers discuss Hamlet's attitude to women, in particular their sexuality and women's licence to speak. Show more
The Misogyny Book Club
Episode 3: Unhappily Ever After
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
What do fairy tales teach girls about what a woman should be? A revealing discussion about the dark side of these morality tales. Show more
The Misogyny Book Club
Episode 4: Mother Love
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Why does the character of the devouring mother have such force? Jo Fidgen and company discuss DH Lawrence's Sons and Lovers. Show more
The Misogyny Book Club
Episode 5: Hands Up, Misogynists!
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
What does the popularity of Fifty Shades of Grey say about how women see themselves? Can a feminist also be a misogynist? Show more
The Misogyny Book Club
Episode 1: The Price of an Apple
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Why was it Eve who ate the apple? Jo Fidgen and company discuss whether Genesis encourages hatred of women today. Show more