Sabrina Carpenter and Fifth-Wave Feminism: The Wake of a New Era

This is why the rise of Sabrina Carpenter and “Short n’ Sweet” is a testament to new feminist ideals and the challenges women face today…

Album Cover of “Short n’ Sweet” by Sabrina Carpenter (derived from Apple Music)

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I was thinking for a long time about how to make my writing more accessible and help people pass the paywall in a way that allows you to interact with me more. So here it is: The whole article, read by me, with updated info (according to July 2025) and a background story of how this piece came about.

I have been pushing this project away for a long time, so I am over the moon to share it with you. Please be patient as I learn how to be a better podcaster, but for now, whether you are a Medium member or not, have fun with this article and (possibly) my voice!

The world of female singers has a new heroine and my gym playlist has some much-needed updates: Sabrina Carpenter is everywhere. No matter if it’s on Social Media, large-scale publicity events, or as a background jingle in the supermarket while you buy fresh veggies.