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What does feminism mean today?

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In this episode, we explore how feminism has evolved, what it means today and where it’s headed next.

Our weekly program, Missouri State Journal, is a collaboration between KSMU Radio and Missouri State University. It's hosted and produced by MSU's Office of Strategic Communication, and it airs each Tuesday morning at 9:45 on KSMU.

March is Women’s History Month. It’s a time to reflect on the stories, progress and voices that have shaped our past and continue to influence our future.

Today, conversations around feminism are more visible than ever, but they’re also more complex. For some, the word carries empowerment and progress. For others, it can feel misunderstood or even divisive.

Dr. Shannon Wooden, literature program coordinator at Missouri State University, explores how feminism is defined today, how it’s changed over time and what the future could hold.

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Adair Seifert has worked at Missouri State University since 2022. She’s currently the content strategist in the Office of Strategic Communication. She is a content creator and social media manager and has a BS in communication studies from Evangel University.