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Mentioned in 9 episodes
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.
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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to contrast Lindy West's earlier promise of a fairy-tale marriage with the newer memoir's different relationship story.


Ashley Rae Harris

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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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as the basis for the TV show "Shrill".

Samantha Irby

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How to Survive This Absurd Life with Samantha Irby (Best Of)
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als lustiges und gut lesbares Buch zum Thema Feminismus für Einsteiger.


Hanna Herbst

#35 Erklär mir Feminismus, Hanna Herbst
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as a writer whose humor helped her survive, focusing on being fat and a feminist.


Krista Tippett

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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as the author of the memoir that the show "Shrill" is based on.

Samantha Irby

109. How to Survive This Absurd Life with Samantha Irby
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, who felt a strong connection to Lindy West's story and wanted to share it.

Elna Baker

The Origin of a Break Up
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as Lindy West's earlier book that established her voice and later TV adaptation.

Ashley Hamilton

Claire Parker

Noticing Lindy West’s Adult Braces, Chappell Roan’s Personality, and Taylor Frankie Paul’s Bachelorette Season
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when referencing West's earlier memoir and its role in her life and marriage.


Anna Martin

Lindy West

Lindy West Thought She Couldn’t Handle Polyamory. She Was Wrong.


