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What If Women Ruled the World? Judy Chicago and Nadya Tolokonnikova Share Insights with Hans Ulrich Obrist
Experience the inspiring exchange where two pioneering women artists contemplate the impact of female governance on our world, offering fresh perspectives on gender and power.
You might wonder why I’m writing about a video interview when you could watch it yourself. Fair point. Maybe you don’t have the time to sit through it, and reading this will only take a few minutes. But here’s the catch: what you’ll get is my interpretation of what I saw and heard, not the actual video. Still, I’ve decided to go ahead and write it, and you’re here with me now. For those short on time, here’s a written glimpse into the video interview’s powerful moments and key takeaways. Let’s dive in.
On July 20, 2024, an inspiring conversation unfolded between two formidable women in the art and activism spheres: Judy Chicago, an iconic feminist artist, and Nadya Tolokonnikova, a founding member of the punk protest group Pussy Riot. Moderated by Hans Ulrich Obrist, Artistic Director of Serpentine, the dialogue explored their collaborative project “What If Women Ruled the World?” — a participatory quilt that asks thought-provoking questions about…
