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Shrill

Notes from a Loud Woman
Book • 2016
In 'Shrill: Notes from a Loud Woman,' Lindy West shares her journey from a shy girl to a bold feminist voice through engaging and humorous essays.

The book addresses topics such as body image, puberty, abortion, sex, love, and feminism, using West's razor-sharp wit and vulnerability.

It critiques societal norms, fat shaming, and misogynistic humor, while advocating for self-acceptance and the empowerment of women.

The book is praised for its ability to make readers laugh, think, and question existing ideas about women and body image.

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Mentioned in 9 episodes

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Ashley Rae Harris
to contrast Lindy West's earlier promise of a fairy-tale marriage with the newer memoir's different relationship story.
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Me, my husband, our girlfriend
Mentioned by Josh Barro as the author's previous successful memoir and TV adaptation referenced when discussing her new memoir.
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Every Centrist's Favorite Socialist (feat. Tyler Austin Harper)
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Samantha Irby
as the basis for the TV show "Shrill".
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How to Survive This Absurd Life with Samantha Irby (Best Of)
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Hanna Herbst
als lustiges und gut lesbares Buch zum Thema Feminismus für Einsteiger.
#35 Erklär mir Feminismus, Hanna Herbst
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Krista Tippett
as a writer whose humor helped her survive, focusing on being fat and a feminist.
Hari Kondabolu, Lindy West, et al. — Humor as a Tool for Survival
Mentioned by Virginia as Lindy's New York Times bestselling memoir and referenced as source material for the Hulu show.
[PREVIEW] Lindy West Doesn’t Need Your Permission
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Samantha Irby
as the author of the memoir that the show "Shrill" is based on.
109. How to Survive This Absurd Life with Samantha Irby
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Elna Baker
, who felt a strong connection to Lindy West's story and wanted to share it.
The Origin of a Break Up
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Ashley Hamilton
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Claire Parker
as Lindy West's earlier book that established her voice and later TV adaptation.
Noticing Lindy West’s Adult Braces, Chappell Roan’s Personality, and Taylor Frankie Paul’s Bachelorette Season
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Anna Martin
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Lindy West
when referencing West's earlier memoir and its role in her life and marriage.
Lindy West Thought She Couldn’t Handle Polyamory. She Was Wrong.

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