The crone/witch myth and how it portrays women who have developed power through age, knowledge, and wisdom as the greatest threat to young women. How does dividing women by age impact young and older women? How does this benefit men and disadvantage women? What are the structural aspects that disempower older women? What are the effects on women and non-binary people of all ages and how does this impact wider society?

Jane explores these myths and questions with Yumi Lee, CEO of Older Women’s Network.

(02:14 ) The Snow White story

(04:53 ) The Wicked Witch Myth and Its Origins

(08:48 ) Interview with Yumi Lee: Ageism and Older Women

(09:42 ) The Reality of Ageism in Australia

(13:27 ) Sexual Violence Against Older Women

(17:32 ) Economic and Social Challenges for Older Women

(35:04 ) The Need for Comprehensive Solutions

'Fairy Tale Princesses Will Kill Your Children' examines women’s experiences of poverty, male violence, and disempowerment using the myths embodied in children’s fairy tales.  Each episode will look at a particular myth and how it impacts the economic, legal, social, cultural, political and physical safety of women and non-binary people. 

You can buy the book 'Fairy Tale Princesses Will Kill Your Children' at www.janegilmore.com or wherever you get your online books.  

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