This is what I hate about those "gotcha" moments when someone refuses to believe a woman knows what she's talking about. You have to be an expert at @gailsimone.bsky.social's level. If you just know a lot, people (men) (SOME men, don't @ me) assume you're an idiot playacting at having expertise.
Sarah Ovenall
But there is a real reluctance to just speak up and present yourself as an authority, when you ARE an actual authority.
And it felt weird that I sort of had to present my bona fides to be taken seriously.
Anyway, it turned out fun and I was glad I spoke up.
But the kicker is…
