Her Place in Theory

What if the things we desire most are also what keep us stuck? In the latest ep, @ju_marchant talks with Michael Dango about Lauren Berlant’s work and legacy—cruel optimism, stalled futures, and the attachments we can’t quite shake. open.spotify.com/episode/5mjoGp…

In this ep, @ju_marchant chats with Bernard Yack about the sharp, skeptical, and endlessly relevant Judith Shklar. From the “liberalism of fear” to her reflections on injustice, Shklar shows how political theory can be both profound and deeply humane. open.spotify.com/episode/20hnTC…

Clara Zetkin helped establish International Women’s Day in 1910—no better day to revisit her legacy! Listen to this ep with Kristin Gjesdal for a deep dive into her life, politics & lasting impact. #InternationalWomensDay #ClaraZetkin open.spotify.com/episode/3j8Qic…

What if democracy isn’t just about ballots and bureaucrats, but neighbors crafting rules together? On the latest ep of Her Place in Theory, @ju_marchant and Aurelian Craiutu unpack the work and legacy of Elinor Ostrom. open.spotify.com/episode/7cxCg1…

On the latest episode of Her Place in Theory, @ju_marchant is joined by Gina Schouten to take a look at Marilyn Frye’s work and legacy—essential listening for anyone interested in feminist theory and oppression. open.spotify.com/episode/2rDW... #philosophy #polphil #feminism

For the first episode of Her Place in Theory (@herplacepod) in 2026, I had the pleasure of talking with Kristin Gjesdal about the remarkable Clara Zetkin - Marxist theorist, communist activist, and tireless advocate for women’s liberation. open.spotify.com/episode/3j8Qic…

Her Place in Theory is back for 2026! Kicking things off with a fascinating conversation between Kristin Gjesdal and host @ju_marchant on the life and thought of Clara Zetkin - Marxist theorist and tireless advocate for women’s liberation. open.spotify.com/episode/3j8Qic…

Capping off 2025 in the world of @herplacepod with a discussion that brings together three generations of @Harvard political theory grad students! Join me as I chat with Josh Cherniss about the incredible Nancy Rosenblum! open.spotify.com/episode/76UJVa…

Capping off 2025 with a discussion that brings together three generations of @Harvard political theory grad students! Join @ju_marchant as she chats with Josh Cherniss about the incredible Nancy Rosenblum! @Nlrosenblum open.spotify.com/episode/76UJVa…

Her Place in Theory has a website! 💻✨ Learn more about the project, the host, and explore previous episodes that spotlight remarkable women thinkers and their ideas! 🎙️💡 herplaceintheory.com