Scene on Radio S3 E7: Himpathy
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Oct 3, 2018 
Philosopher Kate Manne joins Janey Williams in sharing her experiences of sexual assault and the troubling reactions she received from loved ones. They discuss the concept of 'himpathy' and the biased nature of empathy, highlighting the unequal treatment of male perpetrators and female victims. The podcast explores the aftermath of trauma, the reasons for not reporting immediately, and the complex dynamics of holding men accountable. They also delve into the impact of rape culture on women's experiences and the urgent need for change.
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Family Pity For Perpetrator
- Janie’s mother initially expressed pity for Matthew and saw him as a tortured, damaged young man.
- Her concern for Matthew overshadowed focus on Janie’s trauma and the assault’s harm to her.
Generational Self-Blame of Assault
- Janie’s mother shared her experience of sexual assault and deep self-blame lasting years.
- This illustrates how victim-blaming and internalized shame trap women even long after events.
Rape Culture Minimizes Assault Harm
- Rape culture normalizes sexual assault, assuming it's bad but inevitable.
- Society treats rape less seriously than other crimes despite its severe harm.