Airplane Mode with Liz Plank

Airplane Mode with Liz Plank offers a blend of sociopolitical commentary and personal wellness content, focusing on gender equality, the nuances of dating and relationships, systemic challenges in mental health, and the intersection of individual actions with broader societal issues. It encourages community connection and offers support through sharing circles.

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barbie didn't direct itself

2535 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Film Gender Awards Diversity Entertainment
  1. The lack of Oscars nominations for the Barbie movie highlights gender bias in the film industry
  2. Only eight female directors have ever been nominated in the 95-year history of the Academy Awards, showing a significant gender disparity
  3. The success of the Barbie movie, despite lack of recognition, shows the industry's need for change and the importance of celebrating female creators

if he wanted to, would he really?

1867 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Dating Gender Feminism Relationships Social media
  1. Men's behavior in relationships is not always as simple as 'If he wanted to, he would.'
  2. Slogans like 'If he wanted to, he would' may have underlying anti-feminist implications and oversimplify modern dating dynamics.
  3. In today's dating scene, understanding and compassion for both genders can help avoid misunderstandings and improve relationships.

joe biden can beat trump

1159 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Presidency Candidates Democracy Foreign Relations
  1. There are concerns about Biden's memory and cognitive function affecting his potential reelection campaign.
  2. Biden could prevent Trump's second term by stepping down and allowing new Democratic candidates to enter the race.
  3. Allowing a different candidate to replace Biden could address challenges like lack of enthusiasm among voters and the threat of a second Trump presidency.
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how to talk to single people

1022 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Relationships Society Gender Community Equality
  1. Single people are a growing population and should be treated with respect and dignity.
  2. Being in a relationship doesn't guarantee happiness, and single people often lead fulfilling lives outside of dating.
  3. Avoid making assumptions about single people's desires and priorities, and focus on celebrating their achievements and providing support.

taylor swift made fox news care about climate change

864 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Conservation Policy Media
  1. Fox News has acknowledged the reality of carbon emissions after reporting on Taylor Swift's private jet use.
  2. Private jets contribute significantly to carbon emissions, with celebrities like Swift producing much more than the average person.
  3. Progressives have proposed various solutions to address private jet emissions, but face resistance from conservatives.

the privatization of stress

884 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Stress Community Therapy
  1. The privatization of stress theory highlights how mental wellness is viewed as an individual issue rather than a societal one.
  2. The cycle of stress privatization traps individuals in jobs that make them miserable, perpetuating a harmful system.
  3. Individualized causes and cures for stress fail to address the systemic issues and lack of public mental health support.

unself yourself

786 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-care Community support Collective action Crisis response
  1. Unselfing is about losing our egos and reconnecting with the nourishing aspects of the world.
  2. Approaching collective problems from an individualistic perspective can lead to paralysis; collective action is more effective and fulfilling.
  3. Technology, like social media, can help us stay connected and mobilize for social change amidst challenging times.

let's meet up

39 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🚌 Education Events
  1. A sharing circle event with gentle goal-setting prompts is scheduled with Komal Minhas.
  2. The event is set to take place at 9amPT/12ET on a Sunday.
  3. There is an option for a 7-day free trial to access more content related to the event.