Jess Calarco

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16 August 2026 11:36

This whole strict-father/caring-mother stereotype also relates to my theory of why men are praised for being harsh critics (eg, on social media or as academics, teachers, commentators, etc), while women are judged for doing the same. Because "tough love" is what we expect from dad, but not from mom.

Jess Calarco

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16 August 2026 11:35

If you're gonna do the whole marriage thing, find yourself a partner who's willing to be a little corny, like with crooning Tony! Toni! Toné! on your anniversary, and who doesn't mind when you (playfully) roll your eyes.

Jess Calarco

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04 January 2026 13:26

My kids are on a mission to bake more this year. So, today, we made focaccia for caprese sandwiches for lunch.

Jess Calarco

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04 January 2026 13:26

Lots of podcasts are off this week, so if you're looking for a good listen, check out Control Room, my new podcast with @derekgottliebphd.com. This season, we're rewatching Chernobyl and unpacking its lessons about authoritarianism, science, and the cost of lies. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w...

Jess Calarco

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04 January 2026 13:26

I'm old enough to remember when Right-wing media tried to pull this same "she doesn't look like a girl who struggles" bullshit with AOC.