Ep. 45 Free the Nip: Breasts Throughout History

There’s really no body part so politicized or fetishized than a woman’s breast. But this was not always the case. For hundreds of years, the breast was a primary symbol of nourishment and nurturance--the sign of a mother’s love. The story of the breast and how it has been perceived throughout history is a fascinating one; it takes us through the times that breasts were celebrated, hidden, politicized and commercialized. They have been both hated and loved simultaneously, and have somehow always carried some type of meaning in Western societies. Join us as we discuss the breast and the transformation of its symbolism throughout history!

Check out our Feminist Corner discussion questions after listening and send us your thoughts! 

• Of all the points in time discussed, which depictions of the breast did you resonate with the most? Which the least?
• Something that came up a lot in this episode is the division between “good” and “bad” breast. What are some examples in your own life that align with one or both of these ideas about breasts?