Feminism
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Guest Post: ‘Sup, Bitches?
Here at Skepchick, we talk a lot about language and particularly about negative words used towards women. I asked Eve Siebert to give us a little education about the great history of the word “bitch”: _________ “Bitch” is a tricky word. Some women don’t mind it; some do; some women wear the label proudly. Some people use it with little…
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AI: Getting your International Summer Travel On
International travel has formulated some of my favorite life experiences, but there are certainly things you need to know before taking the plunge abroad. Some of our Skepchicks are about to partake in their first foreign affairs, so we began compiling a list of helpful travel tips. I have had the fortunate experience of traveling to six continents… alone with…
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Sex and the Keynote
This past weekend, I flew out to Columbus, Oh, to attend Skepticamp Ohio as the keynote speaker. I was honored to be invited and I want to thank Carl Tracy, Ashley Paramore and everyone involved for putting together a great event and a fun weekend. One thing that I really want to commend them for was their harassment policy, which…
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Top Five Hilarious Monarchy Facts
It’s Jubilee weekend soon, celebrating 60 years of Elizabeth II’s reign (the second longest next to Victoria). To celebrate, I thought I’d give you my top five facts on the British Monarchy. Add your own in the comments! Prince Charles is an interfering wizard Like Dumbledore but on the wrong side, Prince Charles likes nothing better than to stick his…
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ICYMI: May 20-May 26 on the Skepchick Network
It’s that time again. That time to throw off the carefree cape of the weekend and put on the responsibility top hat of the work week. Or, if you have today off, make some mimosas and enjoy your life. Either way, your week must begin with these selections from the Skepchick Network. Teen Skepchick Atheist Spirituality: Does It Exist? Vy…
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AI: Girls still have cooties
This past weekend was CFI’s Women in Secularism conference, a first-of-its-kind conference. I was bummed to not be able to attend, and even more so while watching the #wiscfi hashtag over the weekend. One thing that made me even sadder was to hear that the event was largely unattended by men. I can only assume that’s because the title was “Women in…
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ICYMI: May 13-May 19 on the Skepchick Network
Has it been a week already? It seems like it was just yesterday that I providing you with the glittering gems that where the Skepchick Network highlights for May 6-12. *sigh* How time flies… Teen Skepchick Don’t Poke Me With That Mox recounts her trip to the acupuncturist. An A-Z of ADHD Alex looks into how we in the U.S.…
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ICYMI: May 6-May 12 on the Skepchick Network
Helloooooo! Pull yourself out of bed, sleepy! It’s time to catch up on what happened last week on the Skepchick Network. Did you know that you are legally obligated to read all of these highlights before you get on with your day? It’s true.* Trust me. I’m a lawyer. *It’s not true. But you should do it anyway. Teen Skepchick…
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