In the first half of this episode Annie and Ashley continue the conversation about women’s sports. This time, the conversation leads more into athletes admired for their activism, what speaking about mental health on a grand stage means, and double standards amidst sports. A quick apology about the barks of Annie’s dog, Tobin Keith! His […]
Two author interviews wrapped up in one episode! First, Ashley interviews Tess Gerritsen about her novel, Listen to Me, the latest in the Rizzoli & Isles novel series. The conversation includes Tess’ work as an anthropology undergraduate student and as a physician, writing women in power, how she writes victims and survivors, and adapting her
Feminism is truly for everybody. In this episode Ashley interviews Harold Green III about his books, BLACK OAK and BLACK ROSES. The conversation includes honoring powerful Black people, being an artist advocate, attending Grambling State University, and being a Black man of faith. Bookstore mentioned: Semicolon Bookstore for BLACK OAK Semicolon Bookstore for BLACK ROSES
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We have a two part episode today! In the first segment Alana speaks with Jordan, the CEO & Founder of Analogue Records, about representation in the music industry, Berklee College of Music, and the importance of community within the industry. In conversation, Alana and outline discuss sexism within TikTok comments and what the future of
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Figuring yourself out in the world isn’t always the best time. In this episode, Rah sits down with Erika L. Sánchez to discuss her memoir, Crying in the Bathroom that was released July 12, 2022. They discuss why our stories are so important, finding representation, and generational trauma. Book CW: suicidal thoughts, abortion Check out
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Last week we talked about whether or not Feminism shows up in reality television. We didn’t really land on an answer… All we know is that there are people being exploited and there’s a lack of diversity in casting *specific* shows. This week Rah sits down with Evie Psarras and Krysten Stein to discuss the
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We sure do love to watch people live their lives! Reality television touches many aspects of our lives whether it is positive or negative. In this episode Ashley, Rah, and Tayler examine reality television with a feminist lens, discuss why they love it, and how they participate as the audience. Book Mentioned: How to Win
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Ashley interviewed Ashley M. Coleman about her debut novel, GOOD MORNING, LOVE. In the interview, Ashley asked about world building in the music industry, writing a meaningful boss who is a Black woman, developing characters with dreams and insecurities, writing Black men who are vulnerable and evolving, and her platform for BIPOC writers, Permission to
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You may not know this, but Renee and Ashley are huge sports fans. They chat about women’s sports, why they love them, pay discrepancy, and the particularly disturbing story of WNBA star Brittney Griner’s arrest in Russia, where she has been detained for over 100 days. Resources Mentioned: LFG – documentary about the US Women’s
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Rah sits down with Appalachian Occultist, East S.M. to discuss her novel, Mercy’s Quest, scheduled to be released on the Summer Solstice! During the discussion they talk about the Summer Solstice, occult fiction, travel, and tarot. If you have ever been interested in witches, the occult, or tarot- this might just be the episode for
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Mariquita talks with Isabel Cañas about her debut novel, The Hacienda, a terrifying and thrilling Postcolonial Gothic set in 1820s Mexico. They also touch on what makes a strong female protagonist, the legacy of colonialism on generations of indigenous people, the enduring role religion and the caste system have in oppression, and just how all
Ashley interviewed Kristan Higgins about her novel OUT OF THE CLEAR BLUE SKY. In the conversation, Kristan shares writing about midwifery, embracing fury, the absurdity of social media, Cape Cod, and the power of coconut cake. Book content warning: Rape, miscarriage, abuse, mention of suicide, diet, death Resources mentioned: RJ Julia Support and follow our guest
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