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The Hardcore Therapist 122- Maria (Doll Fest)
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Today’s guest is Maria, the force behind Dollfest in Oakland, California. Maria created Dollfest as a radical act of space-making, centering women, femmes, and marginalized voices in a scene that hasn’t always made room for them. This isn’t just a festival; it’s community care, resistance, and creativity wrapped into one loud, defiant weekend. Maria is proof that when women build their own platforms, they don’t just participate, they change the culture. I’m really excited for you all to hear about her power, visibility, and what it means to build something on your own terms.