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Lionel Shriver

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Federalist Radio Hour, 2 episodes

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Federalist Radio Hour
Federalist Radio Hour

Author Lionel Shriver On Wokeness In Fiction Writing And The Religion Of Fitness

Acclaimed author Lionel Shriver joined Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky, Staff Editor Madeline Osburn, and Townhall Staff Writer Ellie Bufkin to discuss the demand for wokeness among fiction authors, and the recent glorification of the body in society. Shriver is the author of the new novel, "The Motion of The Body Through Space." Shriver argued that the left now dictates how writers must assign their characters. For example, she said, all black characters must serve as exemplary, wise, and kindly role models within stories. The woke left has limited authors' creativity and made books less interesting, she said, by setting a standard for each type of character.

Hosted by Emily Jashinsky

Organization:
The Federalist

June 2020

Federalist Radio Hour
Federalist Radio Hour

Lionel Shriver On Modern Day Religions Of Cancel Culture And Fitness

Lionel Shriver joins host Ben Domenech to discuss the popularity of fitness and how it cultivates an image-obsessed culture, and the left's recent attempts to silence those who disagree with their ideas. Shriver is an author and journalist, and her most recent book is "The Motion of the Body Through Space." Shriver uses her new novel to explore the emerging religious aspect to fitness, and how one's physique is now the ultimate measure of their success and ability. This newfound focus on health and fitness has become a competitive battle that no one can win since there is no end goal. Shiver compared this idea to the recent protests for racial equality, as neither cause has a desired achievement that would complete their efforts.

Hosted by Ben Domenech

Organization:
The Federalist