Redefining Equality At Home: A Conversation With Eve Rodsky
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Eve Rodsky, author of “Fair Play” and “Unicorn Space.” Eve shares her journey from working at JPMorgan to becoming a leading advocate for gender equality in domestic life. Discover how her experiences shaped her mission to rebalance household duties and empower women to reclaim their time and creativity. We delve into the systemic issues of unpaid labor, the importance of community, and the power of creative expression.
Tune in to learn about Eve’s unique approach to organizational management, her partnership with Hello Sunshine, and her vision for a more equitable future.
Episode Highlights:
1. Introduction
- Host Deja introduces Eve Rodsky, highlighting her career background and influential work in advocating for gender equality.
2. Career Beginnings at JPMorgan
- Eve discusses her experience at JPMorgan and its impact on her career in organizational management.
- How her legal background continues to inform her work in advocating for systemic change.
The Blueberry Breakdown - The personal moment that inspired Eve’s mission to rebalance domestic duties in her marriage.
- The systemic devaluing of women’s labor and its broader implications.
Fair Play and Hello Sunshine - Eve’s collaboration with Hello Sunshine and the development of the Fair Play system.
- The importance of structured decision-making in addressing gender biases.
3. Unicorn Space
- The concept of Unicorn Space and its origins from Eve’s research for Fair Play.
- Encouraging women to reclaim time for creative pursuits without guilt and shame.
4. Creative Process and Writing
- Eve’s data-driven approach to writing and the role of her community in shaping her books.
- Insights into her upcoming projects, including a potential Fair Play for Business book.
5. Impact of the Pandemic
- How the pandemic has affected women’s creativity and the formation of supportive communities.
- Strategies for reclaiming space for oneself in unprecedented times.
6. Empathy and Gender Roles
- Surprising findings from interviewing men about their roles in domestic life.
- The need to redefine outdated gender norms for the benefit of all.
7. Advocacy and Future Goals
- The intersection of Eve’s writing and advocacy work.
- Her commitment to systemic change and the empowerment of women through equitable practices.
8. Conclusion
- Deja thanks Eve for sharing her insights and experiences.
- Eve’s personal motto and final thoughts on navigating life’s challenges.
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[This episode is based on an interview for a feature that was published in October 2023.]
