In this episode, Jess speaks with fellow Femme On host Alyson Shelton about Sylvia Plath’s classic, The Bell Jar. We discuss navigating trauma and identity as a young teenage woman, the tumultuous and heartbreaking life of Plath, and how reading this novel today offers poignant commentary on the terrifying reversal of women’s rights unfolding in the United States.
Please keep in mind, we talk about suicide and sexual violence in this episode. If this is not something you feel able to listen to, we have many other wonderful episodes on the Femme On podcast channel that might offer what you need.
You can follow Alyson on Instagram where she hosts her wonderful poetry series Where I’m From: @byalysonshelton
You can also learn more about Alyson’s work on her website: www.alysonshelton.com/
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