Bitch.

Why do women internalise and weaponise misogyny against each other, and what can we do about it?

Ten years ago, I pitched a documentary idea entitled Bitch for the Reality Bites series on RTE2. Surprisingly, it was never commissioned!

I share this anecdote not to lament my failed efforts but to illustrate a fascination I’ve long held with the derogatory label “bitch” and the widespread inclination for “bitching.” Women are my psychological safety n…