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The Divorce Survival Guide Podcast

The Divorce Survival Guide Podcast

Episode 382: The Rise of Misogyny: What Midlife Women Need to Know with Laurie James

Aug 20, 2026 · 50m

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Laurie James, somatic practitioner, coach, and author of Sandwiched, returns to talk about the rise of misogyny and what it means for women inside their relationships, their families, and the broader culture. This is a conversation we've both been having for years—in our own lives and with the women we work with every day—and it felt like time to have it out loud, together. Throughout our conversation, we unpack what misogyny actually is, how it shows up in ways women are often taught to minimize or normalize, and what living with it does to the body and nervous system over time. We also talk about what happens when the overwhelm becomes so intense that even identifying the next step—let…