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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Should Sex Workers Be Unionized?
S31 E3135 - 26m 46s
African American lesbian feminist sociologist Dr. Siobhan Brooks sheds light on the unionizing of sex workers. Dr. Brooks gives insight on the struggle for empowerment amidst hardships within the industry. Once thought of as a taboo subject, there is debate within the feminist movement about how to approach the subject.
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Bully Market: Misogyny at Goldman Sachs
S31 E3134 - 26m 46s
This week, we speak with Jamie Fiore Higgins, author of "Bully Market: My Story of Money and Misogyny at Goldman Sachs." She tells us about the abuse and sexism that is all too common on Wall Street.
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Maternity Deserts, Abortion Vote Motivation
S31 E3133 - 26m 46s
How the US went from a leader in maternal-infant health to a country of maternity deserts, why and what can be done. And how SCOTUS overturning Roe will impact this year's midterm elections. Our guests are Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, Republican Strategists Ann Stone and Rina Shah and Siobhan "Sam" Bennett of the NY Amsterdam News.
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Fighting for Domestic Workers' Rights
S31 E3132 - 26m 45s
We speak with Jenn Stowe, executive director of the National Domestic Workers Alliance, and Stephanie Land, author of the memoir "Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother's Will to Survive," which became a Netflix series. Together they discuss the lack of pay, the tough working conditions, and the rights of domestic workers.
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''The Godmother'' - Women in Organized Crime
S31 E3131 - 26m 46s
This week we interview Barbie Latza Nadeau, a journalist and author of "The Godmother," a book about the rise of women in the mafia. What drives these women to turn to a life outside the law, and how do they rise up the ranks of organized crime?
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Trump Lawsuit; SCOTUS & Midterms
S31 E3130 - 26m 46s
Trump Lawsuit: NY AG Letitia James accuses the Trump family of a pattern of financial fraud. SCOTUS & Midterms: Will the reversal of Roe v. Wade handed down by the court motivate women to turn out? PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Nan Hayworth (R-NY), Ruth Conniff, Tiana Lowe, Danielle Moodie
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Women in Aerospace with Fmr. Deputy Administrator for NASA
S31 E3129 - 26m 46s
We speak with Lori Garver, a former Deputy Administrator for NASA. In her new book “Escaping Gravity: My Quest to Transform NASA and Launch a New Space Age,” Garver explains what it's like to be a woman shaking up the predominantly male aerospace field. She also talks about her work with Elon Musk and has some surprises about what NASA does and can cost.
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Post-Pandemic Work & Juvenile Justice System
S31 E3128 - 26m 46s
Post-Pandemic Work: Women employees step back into the office. Burn outs, overwhelming workloads and lack of advancement opportunities all play a factor in the hybrid work environment. Juvenile Justice System: We speak with advocates for change in Louisiana. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Erin Matson, Rina Shah and Ann Stone
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Workers & Unions With First Female President of AFL-CIO
S31 E3127 - 26m 47s
We continue our Woman Thought Leader Series with Liz Shuler, the first female president of the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO). She discusses the rights of labor workers, the organization’s fight for equal pay among women and men, the current presidential administration's stance on labor unions, and much more.
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Women, Cryptocurrency & NFTs
S31 E3126 - 26m 46s
We speak with Mai Akiyoshi, the CEO of Curious Addys, about cryptocurrency and NFTs. She explains the basics of crypto coins such as bitcoin, and what an NFT is. We also discuss how to avoid scams and how volatile the market is. And, we take special focus on what it's like for women in the crypto sphere.
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New President of EMILY's List, Laphonza Butler
S31 E3121 - 26m 46s
We talk to the head of one of the biggest women's political groups, Laphonza Butler, the new president of EMILY's List. EMILY's List is one of the most influential women's political groups. It focuses on getting pro-choice women elected into office. She's the first Black woman and the first mother to lead the organization.
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Kellyanne Conway on Trump, Politics, Family, and New Book
S31 E3120 - 26m 46s
Kellyanne Conway, former counselor to President Donald Trump, talks with Bonnie Erbé on a variety of topics. This episode contains previously unaired portions from a past episode. Conway discusses Trump's chances of running again, various political issues, her family, and her new book.
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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