Topic: Gloria Steinem

Filmmaker Michael Moore spoke at the Women's March, expressing starstruck admiration for activist Gloria Steinem. The hosts critique Moore's performance, suggesting his rhetoric was overly dramatic and indicative of a lack of substance. They view his participation as part of a broader effort to maintain momentum for the anti-Trump movement through celebrity-led activism.

Activists at the Women's March introduced the term "abortion positive" to describe their stance on reproductive health. This shift in language was noted during speeches by figures like Gloria Steinem, which were largely ignored by cable news in favor of other inauguration events.

Organizers of the upcoming Women's March on Washington discuss their "grassroots" movement, which has gained significant traction on social media. The co-chairs, including Linda Sarsour, use the term "intersectionality" to describe their platform, which covers issues from reproductive rights to climate justice. Critics argue the movement lacks a focused message and is primarily driven by a shared opposition to Donald Trump.

Clothing retailer Lands' End faced a backlash and "Facebook flooding" after featuring an interview with feminist icon Gloria Steinem in its catalog. Critics targeted Steinem's pro-choice stance, leading the company to issue an apology. The event is analyzed as a potential publicity stunt or a "hit job" covered primarily by ABC News.

A 1972 essay written by Bernie Sanders titled "Man and Woman" resurfaces, containing controversial descriptions of sexual fantasies involving rape and abuse. Sanders has previously described the piece as a work of fiction intended to critique gender roles. The segment also mentions Gloria Steinem naming Sanders an "honorary woman" and a listener's report on low gas prices in South Carolina.

Bernie Sanders utilized humor during a campaign event by mentioning that feminist icon Gloria Steinem once named him an "honorary woman." The segment also features Susan Sarandon introducing Sanders as an "unsold and pure" candidate. The discussion touches on Sanders' history as an independent and his self-identification as a democratic socialist, questioning whether his transition to the Democratic Party for the primary was merely a tactical move for committee assignments.

Gloria Steinem and Madeleine Albright face criticism for comments suggesting young women support Bernie Sanders only to meet men, or that there is a "special place in hell" for women who don't support Hillary Clinton. These remarks are viewed as patronizing to millennial women who prioritize issues like free college over gender solidarity.

Megyn Kelly appeared on Charlie Rose and criticized "liberal feminism" for its treatment of conservative women like Sarah Palin. Kelly argued that figures like Gloria Steinem only support women who align with their specific political beliefs. The hosts praise Kelly's stance against "social justice warrior" culture and the double standards in political media.

The hosts mock the decision to grant a feminism award to the Muppet character Miss Piggy. They review a clip of Gloria Steinem interviewing Miss Piggy on MSNBC, where the puppet claims to be "pro-everything." The hosts criticize the branding of feminism and the absurdity of using a fictional pig as a representative for women's rights.

President Obama awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Bill Clinton and Oprah Winfrey, with the latter seen as a potential "quid pro quo" for her support of the Affordable Care Act. During the ceremony, Gloria Steinem praised Planned Parenthood founder Margaret Sanger. The hosts criticize the media for ignoring Sanger's historical ties to eugenics and her controversial views on race.

The documentary "Femme," produced by Sharon Stone, is examined for its themes of shifting global power from masculine to feminine identities. The segment features clips from Marianne Williamson and Gloria Steinem, discussing the concept of "stoking the feminine" and the role of women in future governance.

Hunter College hosted a conference celebrating the 20th anniversary of Anita Hill's testimony against Clarence Thomas. The hosts critique the event as a gathering of "elite" feminists and mock the famous "fish without a bicycle" slogan. They argue that the younger generation, including the college president's own daughter, finds these historical feminist tropes irrelevant and confusing.