History of First Ladies from Hillary Clinton to Jill Biden
We speak with New York Times Reporter Katie Rogers about her new book "American Woman." The book takes an in-depth look at the history of the role from Hillary Clinton, to Laura Bush, Michelle Obama, Melania Trump, and finally, Jill Biden.
Episodes
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Woman Thought Leader Rosa "Rosie" Gumataotao Rios
S30 E3019 - 26m 45s
Host Bonnie Erbe interviews Woman Thought Leader Rosa “Rosie” Gumataotao Rios, 43rd Treasurer of the United States, where she shares about her career as the United States Treasurer. She tells about her initiative to recognize influential American women by including them on U.S. currency.
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Bill Cosby Conviction Overturned; Transgender Athletes
S30 E3018 - 26m 30s
Bill Cosby Conviction Overturned: Now that the actor's conviction is changed, what is the future of the #MeToo movement? Transgender Athletes: A trans woman makes history participating in the Olympics, but not without controversy. PANEL: Patrice Onwuka, Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Tiana Lowe, Lara Brown
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Biden & Catholic Church; Women In Stem
S30 E3016 - 26m 30s
US Bishops try to ban prominent Catholic politicians from receiving communion due to their pro-choice beliefs. How women have been discouraged from STEM jobs, and how we can change that. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Ann Stone, Rina Shah, Hilary Rosen
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Woman Thought Leader: Kitt Shapiro
S30 E3015 - 26m 16s
An interview with Kitt Shapiro, the daughter of actress and singer Eartha Kitt. She’s the author of the new book, Eartha & Kitt: A Daughter's Love Story in Black and White. Eartha Kitt was once the most famous African-American in the world, and is remembered for her role as Catwoman and her song “Santa Baby,” among many other performances.
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In The Heights Author on Writing for Different Mediums
S30 E3014 - 1m 38s
Quiara Alegría Hudes, author of In the Heights and My Broken Language, talks to us about writing plays, novels, and other kinds of works.
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The Gender Policy Council
S30 E3012 - 26m 16s
What is the mission of the Gender Policy Council set up by President Biden? How is it different from previous Presidential initiatives for equality? Find out when Bonnie Erbe' interviews the GPC Co-chairs Jennifer Klein and Julissa Reynoso. This week on To the Contrary.
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Women & COVID Recovery; Catholic Bishops & Biden
S30 E3011 - 26m 30s
Women & COVID Recovery: The recovery is coming along, but women bear the brunt when it comes to economic and mental health matters. Catholic Bishops & Biden: The Vatican warns bishops to think carefully before banning politicians from receiving communion. PANEL: Megan Beyer, Carrie Lukas, Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards, Linda Chavez
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Liz Cheney; Harris & Immigration; Eartha Kitt
S30 E3010 - 26m 16s
Liz Cheney: The Republicans go to war with their top ranking woman over her comments against Trump. Harris & Immigration: How the VP is handling one of her top responsibilities. Eartha Kitt: For mother's day, we speak to her daughter, Kitt Shapiro. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Debra Carnahan, Rina Shah Bharara, Carrie Sheffield
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Woman Thought Leader: Beth Allison Barr, PhD
S30 E3009 - 26m 15s
What if everything you thought you knew about Biblical Womanhood is wrong? And women's roles are more about cultural patriarchy? Author Beth Allison Barr researches the real history of Christianity and unearths some fascinating insights.
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Biden's Family Plan; Non-Religious Women
S30 E3008 - 26m 16s
Biden's Family Plan: How will the president's "American Families Plan" help, and how much will it cost? Non-Religious Women: The percentage of women who do not belong to organized religion is higher than ever. PANEL: Carrie Lukas, Tiana Lowe, Erin Matson, Aisha Mills
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Women & Vaccination; Sexual Assault Awareness
S30 E3007 - 26m 16s
Women & Vaccination: How should news about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine causing blood clots in extremely rare cases affect how women manage risk? Sexual Assault Awareness: How the government, non-profits, and companies are fighting domestic violence and rape in different areas. Panel: Dr. Avis Jones DeWeever, Patrice Onwuka, Debra Carnahan & Genevieve Wood
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Woman Thought Leader: Brooke Baldwin
S30 E3006 - 26m 16s
We speak with Brooke Baldwin, who recently left the anchor desk at CNN to discuss what prompted the move and what's next. We also discuss her book, "Huddle," in which she talks about the power of solidarity among women.
Extras + Features
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TTC Extra: Women & The Pulpit
S30 - 4m 16s
Is there a "gender hierarchy" when it comes to women and the Church. We speak with author and professor, Beth Allsion Barr, PhD about the woman's role in the church and how subordination or lack thereof plays a part.
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TTC Extra: Why Women Worry
S30 - 7m 55s
A new study finds that women tend to take more initiative when it comes to household responsibilities and problem-solving than men. Panel: Aisha Mills, Carrie Lukas, Erin Matson, Tiana Lowe
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TTC Extra: Zoom Fatigue Among Women
S30 - 4m 15s
According to a Standford University study, women experience more "zoom fatigue" than men. Determining factors could be psychological and personality differences, age, or even race. Are women more stressed and worried during this pandemic? The panel weighs in. Panel: Debra Carnahan, Patrice Onwuka
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TTC Extra: Transgender Girls & Female Sports Teams
S30 - 3m 6s
South Dakotas Republican Governor Kristi Noem used executive orders banning transgender girls and women from competing on women’s sports teams at public high schools and colleges. The panel discusses. Panel: Fmr. Rep Donna Edwards (D-MD), Patrice Onwuka, Amanda Terkel, Ann Stone
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To The Contrary
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May 8
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The New York Times correspondent Katie Rogers. -
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To The Contrary
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May 9
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The New York Times correspondent Katie Rogers. -
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May 11
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Commentator Linda Chavez; Jessica Washington; Debra Carnahan, former judge and federal prosecutor. -
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To The Contrary
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May 11
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May 12
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Commentator Linda Chavez; Jessica Washington; Debra Carnahan, former judge and federal prosecutor. -
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To The Contrary
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May 12
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Commentator Linda Chavez; Jessica Washington; Debra Carnahan, former judge and federal prosecutor. -
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To The Contrary
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May 15
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Commentator Linda Chavez; Jessica Washington; Debra Carnahan, former judge and federal prosecutor. -
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May 16
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Commentator Linda Chavez; Jessica Washington; Debra Carnahan, former judge and federal prosecutor. -
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May 18
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Jodie Grenier, Foundation for Women Warriors. -
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May 18
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May 19
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May 19
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Wednesday
May 22
30 Minutes
Jodie Grenier, Foundation for Women Warriors.
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