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]]> false Acast Creative Studios info+67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac@mg-eu.acast.com 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac web-of-wmn https://feeds.simplecast.com/jklKV28h serial https://assets.pippa.io/shows/67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac/show-cover.jpg https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/web-of-wmn Web of WMN https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac BONUS: Introducing Teaching Texas BONUS: Introducing Teaching Texas Tue, 27 Sep 2022 06:05:00 GMT 36:06 65b1a6f9-0dbd-4d57-b172-ecb42842331f false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae309de54c8d17288ea9db 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac In 1961, Norma and Mel Gabler were a quiet couple living in Longview, Texas. One day, they noticed some factual errors in one of their sons’ textbooks. What began as a small complaint morphed into a multi-decade crusade to shape what children of Texas ​​— and therefore the country — read in their textbooks. In an election year with raging debates around education, this audio documentary charts how Texas dictated American education over the last sixty years and examines how the fight over our children’s classroom has only intensified today. bonus 1 In 1961, Norma and Mel Gabler were a quiet couple living in Longview, Texas. One day, they noticed some factual errors in one of their sons’ textbooks. What began as a small complaint morphed into a multi-decade crusade to shape what children of Texas ​​— and therefore the country — read in their textbooks. In an election year with raging debates around education, this audio documentary charts how Texas dictated American education over the last sixty years and examines how the fight over our children’s classroom has only intensified today.

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]]> In 1961, Norma and Mel Gabler were a quiet couple living in Longview, Texas. One day, they noticed some factual errors in one of their sons’ textbooks. What began as a small complaint morphed into a multi-decade crusade to shape what children of Texas ​​— and therefore the country — read in their textbooks. In an election year with raging debates around education, this audio documentary charts how Texas dictated American education over the last sixty years and examines how the fight over our children’s classroom has only intensified today.

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]]> BONUS: The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Season 9 BONUS: The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Season 9 Tue, 20 Sep 2022 09:05:00 GMT 40:37 0fbe3583-bf94-4e61-a67c-1d92f1af2fcf false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae309ea8a8056d1f8594a7 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac The overturning of Roe v. Wade was one of the most sensational events of the year, though not for the better. In the season 9 premiere, A’shanti sits down with Oriaku Njoku, the new executive director for the National Network for Abortion Funds to talk about what’s next following the fall of this landmark decision. They delve into the reasons abortion is healthcare, the importance of Black women’s voices at the forefront of the reproductive justice movement, and why it’s time for a radical reimagining of Roe. bonus 1 The overturning of Roe v. Wade was one of the most sensational events of the year, though not for the better. In the season 9 premiere, A’shanti sits down with Oriaku Njoku, the new executive director for the National Network for Abortion Funds to talk about what’s next following the fall of this landmark decision. They delve into the reasons abortion is healthcare, the importance of Black women’s voices at the forefront of the reproductive justice movement, and why it’s time for a radical reimagining of Roe. 

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The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A’shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics. In the BGG to Politics blog, A’shanti created a space for women of color to learn about the current state of politics, to support others breaking into the political sphere, and to celebrate incredible women changing the course of the country. A’shanti founded the blog in 2018 and Wonder Media Network is thrilled to extend her platform to audio.

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]]> The overturning of Roe v. Wade was one of the most sensational events of the year, though not for the better. In the season 9 premiere, A’shanti sits down with Oriaku Njoku, the new executive director for the National Network for Abortion Funds to talk about what’s next following the fall of this landmark decision. They delve into the reasons abortion is healthcare, the importance of Black women’s voices at the forefront of the reproductive justice movement, and why it’s time for a radical reimagining of Roe. 

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Thanks to our sponsor ActBlue. 

The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A’shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics. In the BGG to Politics blog, A’shanti created a space for women of color to learn about the current state of politics, to support others breaking into the political sphere, and to celebrate incredible women changing the course of the country. A’shanti founded the blog in 2018 and Wonder Media Network is thrilled to extend her platform to audio.

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]]> BONUS: Ordinary Equality — Hanging On to a Future BONUS: Ordinary Equality — Hanging On to a Future Wed, 29 Jun 2022 09:00:00 GMT 28:03 2a004160-ed6c-4551-963d-e984733fd6ae false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae309b9b1efd490287c929 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac bonus 1 Well, here we are. We're on the other side of what we've been talking about for years. Roe v. Wade has been struck down, and for the first time in our lifetime, abortion is no longer protected.

In our first episode, Kate and Jamia talk to folks who've been living, and working, and surviving, in a state where abortion access has been under fire for years, even before Roe fell -- Kentucky. 

To learn more about the Kentucky Health Justice Network, click here. 
 

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]]> Well, here we are. We're on the other side of what we've been talking about for years. Roe v. Wade has been struck down, and for the first time in our lifetime, abortion is no longer protected.

In our first episode, Kate and Jamia talk to folks who've been living, and working, and surviving, in a state where abortion access has been under fire for years, even before Roe fell -- Kentucky. 

To learn more about the Kentucky Health Justice Network, click here. 
 

Our sponsor, ActBlue, has tools to help you support local reproductive justice groups or abortion funds by either donating directly or creating your own fundraising form. These forms can be shared far and wide with your own personal networks, and allows for quick and easy donation asks that go directly to your groups of choice.

Take action today. Click HERE to find and support reproductive justice groups at every level.

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]]> Bonus: Introducing...I Was Never There Bonus: Introducing...I Was Never There Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:00:00 GMT 29:20 684a2415-2473-4b5d-b631-b36082093bbc true https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae30a0a8a8056d1f859592 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac Introducing Wonder Media Network’s first true crime show, I Was Never There. Thirty-four years ago, Marsha “Mudd” Ferber vanished without a trace from Morgantown, WV. Mother-daughter duo Karen and Jamie Zelermyer are going back to the land to figure out what the hell happened. Named a 2022 Tribeca Film Festival official selection for audio storytelling, I Was Never There is as much true crime show as it is an ode to Appalachian countercultural movements of the 1970s and 1980s. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. bonus 1 Introducing Wonder Media Network’s first true crime show, I Was Never There. Thirty-four years ago, Marsha “Mudd” Ferber vanished without a trace from Morgantown, WV. Mother-daughter duo Karen and Jamie Zelermyer are going back to the land to figure out what the hell happened. Named a 2022 Tribeca Film Festival official selection for audio storytelling, I Was Never There is as much true crime show as it is an ode to Appalachian countercultural movements of the 1970s and 1980s. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. 

For archival photos, videos, and more, follow I Was Never There on Instagram. For more information on the show and to get in touch with the team, check out our website. 

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I Was Never There is a Wonder Media Network production. It's hosted by Jamie Zelermyer and Karen Zelermyer. It's produced by Allie Wollner, Lindsey Kratochwill, Adesuwa Agbonile, and Liz Smith. It's edited by Jenny Kaplan and Liz Smith. Our executive producers are Jenny Kaplan, Jamie Zelermyer and Karen Zelermyer. Production assistance by Alesandra Tejeda. Our music supervisor is Sarah Tembeckjian. The theme music is "Take Me Home Country Roads" by John Denver, performed by Brandi Carlile. 

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]]> Introducing Wonder Media Network’s first true crime show, I Was Never There. Thirty-four years ago, Marsha “Mudd” Ferber vanished without a trace from Morgantown, WV. Mother-daughter duo Karen and Jamie Zelermyer are going back to the land to figure out what the hell happened. Named a 2022 Tribeca Film Festival official selection for audio storytelling, I Was Never There is as much true crime show as it is an ode to Appalachian countercultural movements of the 1970s and 1980s. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. 

For archival photos, videos, and more, follow I Was Never There on Instagram. For more information on the show and to get in touch with the team, check out our website. 

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I Was Never There is a Wonder Media Network production. It's hosted by Jamie Zelermyer and Karen Zelermyer. It's produced by Allie Wollner, Lindsey Kratochwill, Adesuwa Agbonile, and Liz Smith. It's edited by Jenny Kaplan and Liz Smith. Our executive producers are Jenny Kaplan, Jamie Zelermyer and Karen Zelermyer. Production assistance by Alesandra Tejeda. Our music supervisor is Sarah Tembeckjian. The theme music is "Take Me Home Country Roads" by John Denver, performed by Brandi Carlile. 

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]]> Introducing...The Accidental Activist Introducing...The Accidental Activist Fri, 15 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT 47:20 811ae88b-181e-4804-aec3-82561bbc39be false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae30a4b859f4e0dbc18baa 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac bonus 1 BLACK WOMEN FOR BLACK LIVES (BW4BL)

This group started by 3 accidental activists Korrine Sky, Tokunbo Koiki and Patricia Daley has been amplifying the stories of black students affected by the Ukrainian crisis. They also have a GOFUNDME appeal, which I have donated to. To date the group says it has supported over 1200 black students whose lives have been upended by this crisis.

https://gofund.me/e6f68963

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@kokosky

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Isha Sesay is a Goodwill Ambassador for UNFPA and they deserve to be spotlighted for the incredible work they are doing in Ukraine. A number of maternity hospitals have been bombed by the Russians - the images rightly shocked the world. It is a fact that  women and girls face their own specific threats and challenges whenever conflict breaks out. Check out the work that UNFPA is doing on the ground via their website and you can also donate to support their efforts

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]]> BLACK WOMEN FOR BLACK LIVES (BW4BL)

This group started by 3 accidental activists Korrine Sky, Tokunbo Koiki and Patricia Daley has been amplifying the stories of black students affected by the Ukrainian crisis. They also have a GOFUNDME appeal, which I have donated to. To date the group says it has supported over 1200 black students whose lives have been upended by this crisis.

https://gofund.me/e6f68963

Also follow them on Twitter for updates:

@kokosky

@toksyk27

Isha Sesay is a Goodwill Ambassador for UNFPA and they deserve to be spotlighted for the incredible work they are doing in Ukraine. A number of maternity hospitals have been bombed by the Russians - the images rightly shocked the world. It is a fact that  women and girls face their own specific threats and challenges whenever conflict breaks out. Check out the work that UNFPA is doing on the ground via their website and you can also donate to support their efforts

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]]> Bonus: Introducing She Votes! Bonus: Introducing She Votes! Thu, 06 Aug 2020 09:00:21 GMT 34:01 acdd2481-969a-4e6b-9a09-bc5534c39f41 false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae309be54c8d17288ea95a 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac bonus 1 Subscribe now to hear more episodes of She Votes!

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]]> <![CDATA[Celebrate Mother's Day with WMN!]]> Thu, 30 Apr 2020 14:37:03 GMT 1:03 63a49846-524e-4467-99c2-531960888b9f false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae309a9b1efd490287c900 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac We think that now more than ever, mothers deserve a day (or, dare we say, much longer) of appreciation for their work and love. Forgo the classic flowers and candies for a customized episode of Encyclopedia Womannica starring the mom in your life! Simply fill out a few questions and Encyclopedia Womannica host Jenny Kaplan will record a special podcast episode that will no doubt be a big hit this Mother’s Day. All submissions are due by May 6, 2020 and will be delivered on Mother’s Day, May 10, 2020. Cost of the custom episode is $100.00. bonus 1

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]]> Introducing: Beyond Belief Introducing: Beyond Belief Mon, 27 Apr 2020 10:00:29 GMT 34:49 cc86981f-0507-428f-9b9b-f8e4037b089f false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae30a3b859f4e0dbc18b54 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac bonus 1 Subscribe to Beyond Belief:

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]]> Introducing: Encyclopedia Womannica Introducing: Encyclopedia Womannica Fri, 31 May 2019 14:59:51 GMT 1:31 4386d973-aa62-4f2d-82d6-bd2ca7f13284 false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae309ba8a8056d1f8593d1 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac bonus 1 Every weekday for a full year, listeners can explore the trials, tragedies, and triumphs of groundbreaking women throughout history who have dramatically shaped the world around us. In each 5 minute episode, we’ll dive into the story behind one woman listeners may or may not know -- but definitely should. These diverse women from across space and time are grouped into easily accessible and engaging monthly themes like Pioneers, Creators, Villainesses, STEMinists, Warriors & Social Justice Warriors, and many more. Encyclopedia Womannica is hosted by WMN co-founder and award-winning journalist Jenny Kaplan. The bite-sized episodes pack painstakingly researched content into fun, entertaining, and addictive daily adventures.

Encyclopedia Womannica was created by Liz Kaplan and Jenny Kaplan, executive produced by Jenny Kaplan, and produced by Liz Smith and Andi Kristins. Special thanks to Shira Atkins, Alli Lindenberg and Edie Allard.

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]]> Every weekday for a full year, listeners can explore the trials, tragedies, and triumphs of groundbreaking women throughout history who have dramatically shaped the world around us. In each 5 minute episode, we’ll dive into the story behind one woman listeners may or may not know -- but definitely should. These diverse women from across space and time are grouped into easily accessible and engaging monthly themes like Pioneers, Creators, Villainesses, STEMinists, Warriors & Social Justice Warriors, and many more. Encyclopedia Womannica is hosted by WMN co-founder and award-winning journalist Jenny Kaplan. The bite-sized episodes pack painstakingly researched content into fun, entertaining, and addictive daily adventures.

Encyclopedia Womannica was created by Liz Kaplan and Jenny Kaplan, executive produced by Jenny Kaplan, and produced by Liz Smith and Andi Kristins. Special thanks to Shira Atkins, Alli Lindenberg and Edie Allard.

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]]> <![CDATA[On intergenerational activism, big tech, & the 2020 election]]> Mon, 06 May 2019 10:00:09 GMT 32:41 d06df21d-75de-4197-9c6a-f5df121297f3 false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae30a4e54c8d17288eab88 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. This episode is the season finale! It’s the final link of the fourth interview chain, ft. Glynda Carr and Michele Jawando. full 1 12 In episode 4, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed a new connection, DeNora Getachew. In episode 8, DeNora interviewed her friend, Glynda Carr. This time, it’s Glynda’s turn. She chose someone else from her life to talk to: her sorority sister and friend Michele Jawando, head of Progressive Engagement and Strategic Partnership Counsel at Google.

Glynda and Michele talk about intergenerational activism, being a mom during the 2020 election cycle, expanding dreams. This episode is the final link of the fourth interview chain and the season finale.

Special thanks to Overcoats for the tunes and Ben Broer for audio editing expertise!

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]]> In episode 4, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed a new connection, DeNora Getachew. In episode 8, DeNora interviewed her friend, Glynda Carr. This time, it’s Glynda’s turn. She chose someone else from her life to talk to: her sorority sister and friend Michele Jawando, head of Progressive Engagement and Strategic Partnership Counsel at Google.

Glynda and Michele talk about intergenerational activism, being a mom during the 2020 election cycle, expanding dreams. This episode is the final link of the fourth interview chain and the season finale.

Special thanks to Overcoats for the tunes and Ben Broer for audio editing expertise!

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]]> <![CDATA[On holidays & hiring at WMN!]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2019 13:03:34 GMT 1:12 7185d48b-595a-4c74-9990-75c2c002d3a9 false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae309d9b1efd490287c9bb 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac bonus 1 Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities.

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]]> Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities.

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]]> <![CDATA[On working in the White House, losing campaigns, & fixing democracy]]> Thu, 18 Apr 2019 10:00:14 GMT 24:20 c6dd9ce4-017a-44dd-bdff-5780d61fc092 false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae309ae54c8d17288ea922 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. This episode is the third link of the third interview chain, ft. Hilary Rosen and Anita Dunn. full 1 11 In episode 3, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her former colleague, Megan Murphy. In episode 7, Megan interviewed her partner, Hilary Rosen. This time, it’s Hilary’s turn. She chose someone else from her life to talk to: her colleague and friend Anita Dunn. Hilary and Anita talk about sexism in politics, getting into the campaign world, and breaking barriers. This episode is the final link of the third interview chain. Stay tuned for the final link in the fourth chain.

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]]> In episode 3, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her former colleague, Megan Murphy. In episode 7, Megan interviewed her partner, Hilary Rosen. This time, it’s Hilary’s turn. She chose someone else from her life to talk to: her colleague and friend Anita Dunn. Hilary and Anita talk about sexism in politics, getting into the campaign world, and breaking barriers. This episode is the final link of the third interview chain. Stay tuned for the final link in the fourth chain.

Special thanks to Overcoats for the tunes and Ben Broer for audio editing expertise!

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]]> <![CDATA[On risk-taking, transformational travel, & machismo]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2019 10:00:20 GMT 34:12 b6c44f93-3316-44df-94ba-260765db5cf7 false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae30a2bdb2ffa03b976dd3 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. This episode is the third link of the second interview chain, ft. Danielle Guillen and Anel Torres. full 1 10 In episode 2, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her friend from work, Jing Cao. In episode 6, Jing interviewed her friend from college, Danielle Guillen. This time, it’s Danielle’s turn. She chose someone else from her life to talk to: her friend Anel Torres. Danielle and Anel talk about taking risks, changing career paths, and learning from travel abroad. This episode is the final link of the second interview chain. Stay tuned for the final link in the third chain.

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]]> In episode 2, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her friend from work, Jing Cao. In episode 6, Jing interviewed her friend from college, Danielle Guillen. This time, it’s Danielle’s turn. She chose someone else from her life to talk to: her friend Anel Torres. Danielle and Anel talk about taking risks, changing career paths, and learning from travel abroad. This episode is the final link of the second interview chain. Stay tuned for the final link in the third chain.

Special thanks to Overcoats for the tunes and Ben Broer for audio editing expertise!

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]]> <![CDATA[On common ground, White Fragility, & Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon]]> Wed, 03 Apr 2019 10:00:29 GMT 42:57 ba04a5b8-b00a-41a8-abac-7b481b136299 true https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae309c9b1efd490287c953 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. This episode is the third link of the first interview chain, ft. Kyra Sedgwick and Stacy Huston. full 1 9 In episode 1, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her friend from college, Sosie Bacon. In episode 5, Sosie Bacon interviewed her mom, Kyra Sedgwick. On this episode, Kyra chose someone else from her life to talk to: Stacy Huston. Stacy is the executive director of Kyra’s husband Kevin Bacon’s nonprofit, SixDegrees.org. Kyra and Stacy talk about growing up in a broken family, balancing ambition with taking breaks, and finding common ground. This episode is the final link of the first interview chain. Stay tuned next week for the final link in the second chain.

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]]> In episode 1, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her friend from college, Sosie Bacon. In episode 5, Sosie Bacon interviewed her mom, Kyra Sedgwick. On this episode, Kyra chose someone else from her life to talk to: Stacy Huston. Stacy is the executive director of Kyra’s husband Kevin Bacon’s nonprofit, SixDegrees.org. Kyra and Stacy talk about growing up in a broken family, balancing ambition with taking breaks, and finding common ground. This episode is the final link of the first interview chain. Stay tuned next week for the final link in the second chain.

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]]> <![CDATA[On the importance of voting, getting radical, & Higher Heights]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2019 10:00:16 GMT 28:12 da2ee6c3-96f5-4da4-89a4-63aca7675826 false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae30a3a8a8056d1f859612 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. This episode is the second link of the final interview chain, ft. DeNora Getachew and Glynda Carr. full 1 8 On episode 4, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed Generation Citizen NYC Executive Director DeNora Getachew. On this episode, DeNora picked someone from her life to talk to: Higher Heights Co-founder Glynda Carr. They talk about the power of Black women, finding your role, and being guided by faith. This episode is the second episode of the fourth interview chain. Stay tuned next week for the third link in the first chain and check out Episode 12 for more from Glynda.

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]]> On episode 4, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed Generation Citizen NYC Executive Director DeNora Getachew. On this episode, DeNora picked someone from her life to talk to: Higher Heights Co-founder Glynda Carr. They talk about the power of Black women, finding your role, and being guided by faith. This episode is the second episode of the fourth interview chain. Stay tuned next week for the third link in the first chain and check out Episode 12 for more from Glynda.

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]]> Introducing: The Brown Girls Guide to Politics! Introducing: The Brown Girls Guide to Politics! Wed, 27 Mar 2019 20:00:20 GMT 2:31 47ffbe49-ef57-491b-827e-73605ab69184 false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae309ba8a8056d1f8593df 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac Today we have a special surprise for you! Check out this first look at Wonder Media Network’s brand new show, The Brown Girls Guide to Politics, hosted by A’shanti Gholar. The next episode of the Web will be released tomorrow morning. In the meantime, we hope you enjoy this trailer and that you subscribe to The Brown Girls Guide wherever you listen! bonus 1 The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in most media coverage. This year was a record year for women of color running for -- and being elected to -- office. In the BGG to Politics blog, A’shanti Gholar created a space for women of color to learn about the current state of women in politics, to support others breaking into the political sphere, and to celebrate incredible people changing the course of the country. Gholar founded the blog last year and Wonder Media Network is thrilled to extend her platform to audio.

The Brown Girls Guide is produced by Jenny Kaplan and Andi Kristins, with assistance from Tori Taylor. Original music was composed by Elisheba Ittoop.

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]]> The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in most media coverage. This year was a record year for women of color running for -- and being elected to -- office. In the BGG to Politics blog, A’shanti Gholar created a space for women of color to learn about the current state of women in politics, to support others breaking into the political sphere, and to celebrate incredible people changing the course of the country. Gholar founded the blog last year and Wonder Media Network is thrilled to extend her platform to audio.

The Brown Girls Guide is produced by Jenny Kaplan and Andi Kristins, with assistance from Tori Taylor. Original music was composed by Elisheba Ittoop.

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]]> <![CDATA[On the music business, gay rights, & Time's Up]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2019 10:00:07 GMT 35:15 933deb13-bf80-441c-9322-f993a3137c87 true https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae309ee54c8d17288ea9f7 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. This episode is the second link of the third interview chain, ft. Megan Murphy and Hilary Rosen. full 1 7 On episode 3, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed former Businessweek Editor In Chief Megan Murphy. On this episode, Megan picked someone from her life to talk to: her partner Hilary Rosen. They talk about taking on illegal streaming services, the life and death stakes of the gay rights movement, and #TimesUp. This episode is the second episode of the third interview chain. Stay tuned next week for the second link in the fourth chain and check out Episode 11 for more from Hilary.

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]]> On episode 3, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed former Businessweek Editor In Chief Megan Murphy. On this episode, Megan picked someone from her life to talk to: her partner Hilary Rosen. They talk about taking on illegal streaming services, the life and death stakes of the gay rights movement, and #TimesUp. This episode is the second episode of the third interview chain. Stay tuned next week for the second link in the fourth chain and check out Episode 11 for more from Hilary.

Special thanks to Overcoats for the tunes and Ben Broer for audio editing expertise!

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]]> <![CDATA[On the Inland Empire, bridging communities, & finding faith]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2019 10:00:43 GMT 44:33 1bb56386-54bf-4398-8c13-27e5677c5335 true https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae309ce54c8d17288ea98b 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. This episode is the second link of the second interview chain, ft. Jing Cao and Danielle Guillen. full 1 6 On episode 2, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her friend from work, Jing Cao. On this episode, Jing picked someone from her life to talk to: her college friend, Danielle Guillen. They talk about growing up in the Inland Empire, Chicano culture, bridging disparate communities, and the challenges of improving education. This episode is the second episode of the second interview chain. Stay tuned next week for the second link in the third chain and check out Episode 10 for more from Danielle.

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]]> On episode 2, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her friend from work, Jing Cao. On this episode, Jing picked someone from her life to talk to: her college friend, Danielle Guillen. They talk about growing up in the Inland Empire, Chicano culture, bridging disparate communities, and the challenges of improving education. This episode is the second episode of the second interview chain. Stay tuned next week for the second link in the third chain and check out Episode 10 for more from Danielle.

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]]> <![CDATA[On storytelling, directing, & environmental activism]]> Wed, 06 Mar 2019 11:00:22 GMT 34:56 eca0e993-e34f-4636-a7ec-f94ea95c0f93 true https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae309eb859f4e0dbc18a84 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. This episode marks the first foray into the second link of an interview chain, ft. Sosie Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick. full 1 5 In episode 1, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her friend from college, Sosie Bacon. On this episode, Sosie picked someone from her life to talk to: her mom, Kyra Sedgwick. They talk about growing up and leaving New York, the value of storytelling, and how becoming a mother launched Kyra’s environmental activism. This episode is the second episode of the first interview chain. Stay tuned next week for the second link in the second chain and check out Episode 9 for more from Kyra.

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]]> In episode 1, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her friend from college, Sosie Bacon. On this episode, Sosie picked someone from her life to talk to: her mom, Kyra Sedgwick. They talk about growing up and leaving New York, the value of storytelling, and how becoming a mother launched Kyra’s environmental activism. This episode is the second episode of the first interview chain. Stay tuned next week for the second link in the second chain and check out Episode 9 for more from Kyra.

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]]> <![CDATA[On civic engagement, motherhood, & being a democracy ninja]]> Wed, 27 Feb 2019 11:00:00 GMT 36:41 13d7479a-0804-8c8b-f42f-8a9c08c97b9b false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae30b69b1efd490287d623 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac On this episode Host Jenny Kaplan interviews a new connection, DeNora Getachew, the New York City executive director of Generation Citizen. full 1 4 Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. On this episode Host Jenny Kaplan interviews a new connection, DeNora Getachew, the New York City executive director of Generation Citizen. They talk about growing up in New York, getting pregnant in high school, and developing into a full-blown democracy ninja. This episode launches the fourth and final interview chain this season. Stay tuned next week for the second link in the first chain and check out Episode 8 for more from DeNora.

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]]> Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. On this episode Host Jenny Kaplan interviews a new connection, DeNora Getachew, the New York City executive director of Generation Citizen. They talk about growing up in New York, getting pregnant in high school, and developing into a full-blown democracy ninja. This episode launches the fourth and final interview chain this season. Stay tuned next week for the second link in the first chain and check out Episode 8 for more from DeNora.

Special thanks to Overcoats for the tunes and Ben Broer for audio editing expertise!

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]]> <![CDATA[On coming out, everyday politics, & letting men go.]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2019 11:00:00 GMT 44:34 75fb2d54-cf4b-ce3d-2022-b5ee01fd2139 true https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae30b8bdb2ffa03b977986 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac On this episode, Host Jenny Kaplan interviews a former colleague many levels her senior, former Businessweek Editor-in-Chief Megan Murphy. full 1 3 Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. On this episode, Host Jenny Kaplan interviews a former colleague many levels her senior, former Businessweek Editor-in-Chief Megan Murphy. They talk about growing up in John Hughes’ hometown, how coming out changed Megan’s personal mission, and the important politics of everyday people. This episode launches the third of four interview chains this season. Stay tuned next week for the fourth chain and check out Episode 7 for more from Megan.

Special thanks to Overcoats for the tunes and Ben Broer for audio editing expertise!

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]]> Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. On this episode, Host Jenny Kaplan interviews a former colleague many levels her senior, former Businessweek Editor-in-Chief Megan Murphy. They talk about growing up in John Hughes’ hometown, how coming out changed Megan’s personal mission, and the important politics of everyday people. This episode launches the third of four interview chains this season. Stay tuned next week for the fourth chain and check out Episode 7 for more from Megan.

Special thanks to Overcoats for the tunes and Ben Broer for audio editing expertise!

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]]> <![CDATA[On building community, immigration, & civic education.]]> Wed, 13 Feb 2019 11:00:00 GMT 42:47 1372bbf8-bce6-7f0f-69e5-99d604871ce5 false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae30bbb859f4e0dbc18f8c 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac On this episode, Host Jenny Kaplan interviews one of her closest friends from work, Jing Cao. They talk about Jing’s immigration from China, her experience growing up in a diverse bubble, and what happened when that bubble popped. full 1 2 Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. On this episode, Host Jenny Kaplan interviews one of her closest friends from work, Jing Cao. They talk about Jing’s immigration from China, her experience growing up in a diverse bubble, and what happened when that bubble popped. This episode launches the second of four interview chains this season. Stay tuned next week for the third chain and check out Episode 6 for more from Jing.

Special thanks to Overcoats for the tunes and Ben Broer for audio editing expertise!

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]]> Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. On this episode, Host Jenny Kaplan interviews one of her closest friends from work, Jing Cao. They talk about Jing’s immigration from China, her experience growing up in a diverse bubble, and what happened when that bubble popped. This episode launches the second of four interview chains this season. Stay tuned next week for the third chain and check out Episode 6 for more from Jing.

Special thanks to Overcoats for the tunes and Ben Broer for audio editing expertise!

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]]> <![CDATA[On acting, privilege, & body politics.]]> Wed, 06 Feb 2019 11:00:00 GMT 40:31 31ad32be-e9c7-3bfb-6b06-61354dc6ba48 true https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae30b59b1efd490287d617 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac On this very first episode, Host Jenny Kaplan interviews one of her closest friends, Sosie Bacon. They talk about Sosie’s evolving career goals, her political perspective, and how she got radical about body politics. full 1 1 Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. On this very first episode, Host Jenny Kaplan interviews one of her closest friends, Sosie Bacon. They talk about Sosie’s evolving career goals, her political perspective, and how she got radical about body politics. This episode launches the first of four interview chains this season. Stay tuned next week for the second chain and check out Episode 5 for the next link in Sosie’s web.

Special thanks to Overcoats for the tunes and Ben Broer for audio editing expertise!

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]]> Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. On this very first episode, Host Jenny Kaplan interviews one of her closest friends, Sosie Bacon. They talk about Sosie’s evolving career goals, her political perspective, and how she got radical about body politics. This episode launches the first of four interview chains this season. Stay tuned next week for the second chain and check out Episode 5 for the next link in Sosie’s web.

Special thanks to Overcoats for the tunes and Ben Broer for audio editing expertise!

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]]> Introducing: Web of WMN Introducing: Web of WMN Mon, 28 Jan 2019 19:49:05 GMT 2:48 e7a499b3-22e6-116d-ffe0-b063a3a105a8 false https://anchor.fm/webofwmn 67ae30b5bdb2ffa03b977905 67ae3090a8a8056d1f858fac Have you ever stopped to think about all the people you know? And all the people they know? Each of us has a rich community of connections. It forms a bustling, complicated, interconnected web. trailer 1 Have you ever stopped to think about all the people you know? And all the people they know? Each of us has a rich community of connections. It forms a bustling, complicated, interconnected web. Welcome to Web of WMN, Wonder Media Network's brand new show. Host Jenny Kaplan launches four interview chains by picking four women she knows from different parts of her life. They talk identity, politics, gender, religion and more. Then each of those women picks someone to interview. Subscribe and stay tuned!


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]]> Have you ever stopped to think about all the people you know? And all the people they know? Each of us has a rich community of connections. It forms a bustling, complicated, interconnected web. Welcome to Web of WMN, Wonder Media Network's brand new show. Host Jenny Kaplan launches four interview chains by picking four women she knows from different parts of her life. They talk identity, politics, gender, religion and more. Then each of those women picks someone to interview. Subscribe and stay tuned!


Special thanks to Overcoats for the tunes and Ben Broer for audio editing expertise!


This season of Web of WMN is exclusively sponsored by Skype, a Microsoft product.

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