Climate Anxiety and the Kid Question
Jade Sasser, a University of California associate professor, shares her research how the increasing concerns about the environment are affecting people's decision to have children in her latest book, “Climate Anxiety and the Kid Question: Deciding Whether to Have Children in an Uncertain Future.”
Episodes
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Inclusivity & Gender in Christianity
S31 E3152 - 26m 46s
We speak to two religious leaders about recent debates regarding inclusivity and gender in the Christian faith. Rev. Andrew McGowan and Rev. Linda Calkins
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God's Gender; Girls & Depression
S31 E3151 - 26m 46s
God's Gender: What pronouns should be used to refer to God? Girls & Depression: An alarming report says girls are frequently depressed and suffering from sexual violence. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Linda Chavez, Siobhan "Sam" Bennett, Ann Stone
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Female President; Diversity & Inclusion
S31 E3150 - 26m 46s
Female President: Nikki Haley will be running for president, and will Kamala Harris stay on as VP? Diversity & Inclusion: Women report high levels of discrimination as DEI programs get cut. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Fmr. Rep. Nan Hayworth (R-NY), Tiana Lowe, Debra Carnahan
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CRT, Teaching History, and the Haitian Revolution
S31 E3149 - 26m 46s
For Black History Month, we speak with Marlene Daut, a history professor at Yale. She talks to us about lessons learned when teaching the Haitian Revolution and other parts of black history. And, we discuss the controversy surrounding Critical Race Theory.
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Awards & Diversity; MTG for VP?
S31 E3148 - 26m 46s
Awards & Diversity: Oscars criticized for lack of black women in the best director and best actress categories. MTG for VP?: Marjorie Taylor Greene reportedly angles to be Trump's vice-president. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Tiana Lowe, Erin Matson, Rina Shah.
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Equality Behind the Scenes in TV and Movies
S31 E3147 - 26m 46s
Pamala Buzick Kim, the executive director of Free the Work, talks to us about how to increase diversity in the film and TV industry. She talks to us about how she thinks we need to focus on "calling in and not calling out."
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Misty Copeland Discusses the History and Future of Ballet
S31 E3142 - 26m 46s
This week we interview Misty Copeland, the first African American female principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre, and the author of The Wind at My Back. Her latest book highlights her friendship with trailblazer Raven Wilkinson, as she reflects on her own life experiences.
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2022 Year in Review
S31 E3141 - 26m 46s
The biggest stories this year that affected women. Abortion: We take a look at the SCOTUS's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and what it meant for the midterm elections. Women & Work: how the workplace has changed after the pandemic. Ketanji Brown Jackson: We talk about the first black woman to become a SCOTUS Justice. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Linda Chavez, Debra Carnahan, Ann Stone
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Women
S31 E3140 - 26m 46s
We speak with Madalene Mielke, the president & CEO of Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies about the role of AAPI women both as candidates and voters. What are the top issues for this demographic and what are the different ways this voting bloc affected the midterms?
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The Importance of Women in the 2022 Midterms
S31 E3138 - 26m 46s
This week, we speak with Debbie Walsh, Director of the Center for American Women and Politics at Rutgers University. We discuss the impact of women running for office in both parties, and the importance of the women's vote.
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Midterm Election Analysis; Inflation & Abortion
S31 E3137 - 26m 34s
Midterm Election Analysis: We take a look at the red wave that wasn't. Inflation & Abortion: The two biggest issues this election took center stage. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, Carrie Sheffield, Tiana Lowe, Lara Brown
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Midterm Election; Affirmative Action
S31 E3136 - 26m 46s
Midterm Election: How will abortion and inflation, among other issues, affect the women's vote? Affirmative Action: SCOTUS decisions set to change how colleges accept students. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Fmr. Rep. Nan Hayworth (R-NY), Hilary Rosen; Amala Ekpunobi
Extras + Features
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TTC Extra: SBC Faces Bombshell Sexual Assault Report
S31 - 5m 53s
The Southern Baptist Convention is under fire after a report revealed alleged cover-ups and corruption in addition to sexual assault from leadership. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Nan Hayworth (R-NY), Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Debra Carnahan, Amala Ekpunobi
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TTC Extra: ''The 'No' Club''
S31 - 4m 47s
A new book argues that women should turn down work that is optional or that will not help them get promotions. Some activities the authors say women should say no to is organizing parties and keeping meeting minutes. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Ann Stone, Tiana Lowe, Danielle Moodie
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TTC Extra: Social Media & Depp v. Heard
S31 - 8m 32s
Amber Heard has fired her PR team as she loses the publicity and social media battle with her ex-husband Johnny Depp. The two actors are engaged in a fierce legal battle in which Depp accuses Heard of defaming him. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Fmr. Rep. Nan Hayworth (R-NY), Rina Shah, Hilary Rosen
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TTC Extra: Frugal Wedding as Costs Rise
S31 - 7m 19s
A couple makes headlines for spending only $500 on a wedding to save money. PANEL: Amala Ekpunobi, Carrie Sheffield, Sam Bennett, Latifa Lyles
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TTC Extra: New Work Attire?
S31 - 4m 29s
With women heading back into the office as the pandemic subsidies, some are opting to retain a more casual dress style, first adopted while working from home. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Genevieve Wood, Erin Matson
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TTC Extra: Young Women Closing Gender Pay Gap
S31 - 5m 18s
According to a new study, young women have closed the gender pay gap in many parts around the country. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC). Rina Shah, Ann Stone, Danielle Moodie
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Sec. Granholm on Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
S31 - 1m 40s
Energy Sec. Jennifer Granholm gives her opinion on Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI). Granholm is the former governor of Michigan.
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To The Contrary
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Apr 25
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Author and professor Jade Sasser. -
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To The Contrary
Saturday
Apr 27
30 Minutes
Democratic strategist Ameshia Cross; Republican strategist Ann Stone; columnist Tiana Lowe Doescher; retired judge Debra Carnahan. -
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To The Contrary
Saturday
Apr 27
30 Minutes
Democratic strategist Ameshia Cross; Republican strategist Ann Stone; columnist Tiana Lowe Doescher; retired judge Debra Carnahan. -
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To The Contrary
Sunday
Apr 28
30 Minutes
Democratic strategist Ameshia Cross; Republican strategist Ann Stone; columnist Tiana Lowe Doescher; retired judge Debra Carnahan. -
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To The Contrary
Sunday
Apr 28
30 Minutes
Democratic strategist Ameshia Cross; Republican strategist Ann Stone; columnist Tiana Lowe Doescher; retired judge Debra Carnahan. -
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To The Contrary
Sunday
Apr 28
30 Minutes
Democratic strategist Ameshia Cross; Republican strategist Ann Stone; columnist Tiana Lowe Doescher; retired judge Debra Carnahan. -
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To The Contrary
Wednesday
May 1
30 Minutes
Democratic strategist Ameshia Cross; Republican strategist Ann Stone; columnist Tiana Lowe Doescher; retired judge Debra Carnahan. -
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To The Contrary
Thursday
May 2
30 Minutes
Democratic strategist Ameshia Cross; Republican strategist Ann Stone; columnist Tiana Lowe Doescher; retired judge Debra Carnahan. -
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To The Contrary
Saturday
May 4
30 Minutes
The New York Times correspondent Katie Rogers. -
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To The Contrary
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May 4
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The New York Times correspondent Katie Rogers. -
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To The Contrary
Sunday
May 5
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The New York Times correspondent Katie Rogers. -
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To The Contrary
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May 5
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The New York Times correspondent Katie Rogers. -
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To The Contrary
Wednesday
May 8
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The New York Times correspondent Katie Rogers. -
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To The Contrary
Thursday
May 9
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The New York Times correspondent Katie Rogers. -
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To The Contrary
Saturday
May 11
30 Minutes
Commentator Linda Chavez; reporter Jessica Washington; political scientist Lara Brown. -
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To The Contrary
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May 11
30 Minutes
Commentator Linda Chavez; reporter Jessica Washington; political scientist Lara Brown.
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