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With women in the forefront of politics and on the cutting edge of national agendas, To the Contrary with Bonnie Erbe continues to provide an important, timely forum for diverse women to discuss national and international issues and policies. It presents news and views that are rarely, if ever, available elsewhere on television.

History of First Ladies from Hillary Clinton to Jill Biden

26m 46s

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

  • SCOTUS; Oscars Slap; Gender Pay Gap: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    SCOTUS; Oscars Slap; Gender Pay Gap

    S31 E3105 - 26m 23s

    SCOTUS: Sen. Susan Collins says she will vote for Judge Brown Jackson. Oscars Slap: The impact of jokes about black women's hair. Gender Pay Gap: New studies show young women have closed the gender pay gap in many cities. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC). Rina Shah, Ann Stone, Danielle Moodie

  • DOE Secretary Granholm: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    DOE Secretary Granholm

    S31 E3104 - 26m 23s

    Host Bonnie Erbe' interviews Jennifer Granholm, Secretary of Energy about the importance of cleaning up the environment, halting climate change and how women can make that happen.

  • Interview with Rep. Pramila Jayapal: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Interview with Rep. Pramila Jayapal

    S31 E3103 - 26m 19s

    We speak to the chair of the Progressive Caucus - Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) about the state of the movement. We discuss the most important issues, and we ask how the progressives view President Biden.

Extras + Features

  • TTC Extra: SBC Faces Bombshell Sexual Assault Report: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    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

  • TTC Extra: ''The 'No' Club'': asset-mezzanine-16x9

    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

  • TTC Extra: Social Media & Depp v. Heard: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    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

  • TTC Extra: Frugal Wedding as Costs Rise: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    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

  • TTC Extra: New Work Attire?: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    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

  • TTC Extra: Young Women Closing Gender Pay Gap: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    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

Schedule

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    To The Contrary

    Sunday
    May 5

    30 Minutes

    The New York Times correspondent Katie Rogers.
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    To The Contrary

    Sunday
    May 5

    30 Minutes

    The New York Times correspondent Katie Rogers.
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    To The Contrary

    Wednesday
    May 8

    30 Minutes

    The New York Times correspondent Katie Rogers.
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    To The Contrary

    Thursday
    May 9

    30 Minutes

    The New York Times correspondent Katie Rogers.
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    To The Contrary

    Saturday
    May 11

    30 Minutes

    Commentator Linda Chavez; Jessica Washington; Debra Carnahan, former judge and federal prosecutor.
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    Saturday
    May 11

    30 Minutes

    Commentator Linda Chavez; Jessica Washington; Debra Carnahan, former judge and federal prosecutor.
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    Sunday
    May 12

    30 Minutes

    Commentator Linda Chavez; Jessica Washington; Debra Carnahan, former judge and federal prosecutor.
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    Sunday
    May 12

    30 Minutes

    Commentator Linda Chavez; Jessica Washington; Debra Carnahan, former judge and federal prosecutor.
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    Wednesday
    May 15

    30 Minutes

    Commentator Linda Chavez; Jessica Washington; Debra Carnahan, former judge and federal prosecutor.
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    Thursday
    May 16

    30 Minutes

    Commentator Linda Chavez; Jessica Washington; Debra Carnahan, former judge and federal prosecutor.
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    Saturday
    May 18

    30 Minutes

    Jodie Grenier, Foundation for Women Warriors.
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    Saturday
    May 18

    30 Minutes

    Jodie Grenier, Foundation for Women Warriors.
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    May 19

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    Jodie Grenier, Foundation for Women Warriors.
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    May 19

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    Jodie Grenier, Foundation for Women Warriors.

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