Barbie Porno Graffiti

This podcast is based on a Substack post by "Parakeet" by the same name. It’s about her childhood experiences with language and authority. We talk about how, from a young age, she enjoyed pushing boundaries and provoking reactions from adults by using taboo words and concepts. Parakeet argues that their actions, which included writing inappropriate words and drawings on their Barbie dolls, were not intended to cause harm but were rather driven by an insatiable curiosity and desire to understand the power of language and its ability to shape perception. In this podcast we talk about her experiences as a metaphor for the way in which society often attempts to control and restrict children's creativity and freedom of expression, ultimately leading to a sense of stifled individuality and a longing for genuine self-expression.