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Rosemary MacCabe thinks you should read Venus Envy

Author
Rachel O'Neill and Áine O'Connell
Published
Wed 18 Jun 2025
Episode Link
https://shows.acast.com/i-think-you-should-read/episodes/rosemary-mccabe-thinks-you-should-read-venus-envy

Content warning: This episode is heavy on the fatphobia. There is also a brief discussion of sexual assault.


This week, it's a first for us on ITYSR as we encounter the worst book we've ever encountered. Author, writer, podcaster and proud Kildare woman Rosemary MacCabe joins us to discuss Louise Mensch's (neé Bagshawe as she was then) diabolical 'Venus Envy'. Digressions include the book slop that women were served in the 90s and early 00s, terrible Irish stereotypes and why life isn't over at 27.


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