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Breaking Down Patriarchy

Amy McPhie Allebest

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Breaking Down Patriarchy is a podcast for everyone! Learn about the creation of patriarchy and those who have challenged it as you listen to bookclub-style discussions of essential historical texts. Gain life-changing epiphanies and practical takeaways through these smart, relatable conversations. Breaking Down Patriarchy is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit Organization. Donate to support our work by visiting breakingdownpatriarchy.com/donate
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Break Some Dishes

SURROUND Podcast Network

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Defying the rules to inspire design. Under the lens of creativity, Verda Alexander and Jon Strassner swap stories with the unlikeliest of heroes in this fight to save our planet.
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The most listened to romance novel podcast, Fated Mates is co-hosted by bestselling author Sarah MacLean and romance critic Jen Prokop. Weekly episodes include romance novel read-alongs and lively discussions of the work of the genre, highlighting the romance novel as a powerful tool in fighting the patriarchy…with absolutely no kink shaming.
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Dirty Brown is a feminist podcast unlearning patriarchy, one bold take at a time. Host Kriti J dives into the messiness of societal norms and cultural contradictions that shape South Asian women. From calling out the misogyny baked into media, to celebrating feminist books and unpacking patriarchal narratives dominating pop culture and tech, Dirty Brown is about sharp commentary, personal stories, and zero sanskaari filters This is a space for anyone who's ever been called too much, too loud ...
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This podcast is for anyone who wants to live like an HBIC—or lives with, works with, marries, dates, or is raising one. Let’s be real: being a Head Bitch in Charge is messy, bold, and unapologetically badass. This is not a guidebook—it’s a pantry. My guests and I will share the ingredients that we use—what’s worked and what’s failed—as we say “fuck fear” and take action to live a fulfilled life. We cover real-life hacks and deep philosophical pillars to navigate the chaos of everyday life—wh ...
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Freethought Radio

Freedom From Religion Foundation

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A weekly show, broadcast live from Madison, Wis., on 92.1 FM, Saturdays 11 a.m. to 12 noon. Hosted by Dan Barker and Annie Laurie Gaylor, co-presidents, Freedom From Religion Foundation. Slightly irreverent views, news, music and interviews.
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Welcome to The Female Fallout, an investigation into the forces behind gender inequality in today’s workforce. Through raw personal stories and interviews with experts, the podcast changes the conversation from what women must do better to the radical changes our government, employers and culture must make to truly break the patriarchy. Hosted by Tracey Rubin.
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Dads Interrupted

Frederick Van Riper

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What does it mean to be a good man—and a present dad—in a world that never taught you how? Dads Interrupted is a podcast about fatherhood, masculinity, and the journey to becoming the man your family actually needs. Hosted by men’s coach and dad of 12+ years Fred Van Riper, Dads Interrupted dives deep into the conversations men aren’t having—but desperately need. We explore what it means to lead with purpose, break free from outdated roles, and build the kind of relationships that change eve ...
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Breaking Glass

Evoke Media

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Let’s talk about womanhood the world over. Despite making up over half of the global population, women control less wealth, own less land, hold fewer public offices, and shoulder more domestic burdens. But in every corner of every country there are individuals with enough gumption to break the system and bend the rules. That's why Sabrina Merage Naim and Kassia Binkowski are hosting intimate conversations with individuals who are changing the narrative for women everywhere.
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Welcome to The Gynarchy, a podcast where women's health and feminism intersect. Hosted by Dr. Kirti Patel, a board-certified ob/gyn with over 25 years of experience, this podcast dives deep into the topics that matter most to women. From the realities of childbirth and menopause to cultural trends and global women’s issues, we cover it all. This isn't just another health podcast—it's a space where we acknowledge the barriers women face in a patriarchal world and challenge the status quo. Exp ...
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From the Norman Invasion to the War of Independence, the Great Famine to the Troubles, the Irish History Podcast takes you on a journey through the most fascinating stories in Ireland's past. Whether it’s the siege of Dublin in 1171 or gun battles in the 1920s, the podcast vividly recreates a sense of time and place. Each episode is meticulously researched, creating character-driven narratives that are engaging and accessible for all. Since the first episode was released back in 2010, the po ...
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A Little Bit Culty

Sarah Edmondson & Anthony “Nippy” Ames

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Think you might be in a cult? Want to know the signs? Join Sarah Edmondson and Anthony “Nippy” Ames to talk about things that are..a little bit culty. Or in their case: a whole bunch of culty. As whistleblowers documented in the critically-acclaimed HBO series “The Vow,” Sarah and Nippy have a lot to say about their experience, and burning questions to ask people with similar stories. They’re here to help people understand, heal from, and avoid abusive situations one little red flag at a tim ...
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Welcome to the space where you awaken your Divine Feminine power. Hey beautiful soul, if you've ever felt trapped in toxic relationships, weighed down by past trauma, or searching for something more - you’re not alone. This is your safe space to heal, grow, and step into your true power. Here, we talk everything spirituality - real conversations about the struggles women face today, from self-doubt to heartbreak, from past wounds to reclaiming your worth. And if you’re breaking free from the ...
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Readying the Museum is a collaboration between artists, arts workers and museum directors working to prepare museums to upend the multitude of systemic issues that prevent them from meeting their missions in equitable and accountable ways. We are designing methodologies and practices to help break apart and dismantle the foundations of whiteness, colonialism, patriarchy, anti-Blackness, and anti-Indigeneity, amongst others factors, that shape our institutions.
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Rebel Mothers

Susie Fishleder

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"Rebel Mothers" challenges the stifling institution of modern motherhood and reclaims mothering as an act of liberation. Each episode we’ll explore the struggles and expectations mothers face in a world built to exploit them, unveil the systematic institutions that create these challenges, and develop strategies for dismantling these oppressive systems. We'll shed light on the intersectionality of motherhood, addressing the unique struggles faced by women of diverse backgrounds. And we’ll he ...
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Wisdom For Working Mums

Nicky Lowe, Wisdom For Working Mums, Executive Coach, Podcaster

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Supporting high-achieving women to thrive in work, life and motherhood. Join me and special guests as we delve into leadership and lifestyle topics for working mothers.
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Getting Better with Jonathan Van Ness

Sony Music Entertainment / Jonathan Van Ness

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Join Jonathan Van Ness (Queer Eye) each week for their next exciting endeavor! “Getting Better with Jonathan Van Ness" is here to empower listeners (and also make them laugh) by using curiosity as a tool for personal growth. In a world that often feels overwhelming—where it’s easy to feel stuck, frustrated, or helpless—Getting Better offers a lifeline. Each week, Jonathan Van Ness, alongside experts and thought leaders, guides us through our shared challenges—confidence, productivity, mental ...
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Welcome to The Body Competence Podcast where weekly interviews explore what it means to be and raise body competent humans. In each episode we'll talk about getting back in touch with the needs, wants, and desires that were suppressed by the power hierarchies of patriarchy, white supremacy, capitalism, colonialism, anti-fat bias, ableism, and even the families we grew up in. Michelle and her guests will navigate topics like body positivity, body neutrality, cycle breaking, food neutrality an ...
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Your Host Miriam Njoku, a trauma recovery coach, shares her journey healing from trauma and interviews guests whose stories will inspire you to change the narrative of your life, uncover your resilience and create a way forward. Overcoming Your Story Podcast invites black women in Africa and the diaspora to connect to their inner strength, change narratives ingrained in them through living in patriarchy, childhood trauma or racism. Conversations cover mental health, childhood trauma awarenes ...
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THE IDEALISTS.

The Idealists.

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From iconic fashion designer Norma Kamali to Grammy-nominated poet Nikki Giovanni, THE IDEALISTS. podcast gets the inside scoop on the lives and musings of visionary women. In this insightful weekly podcast, entrepreneur and host Melissa Kiguwa spans the globe interviewing the world's most idealistic, mission-driven women to learn what wisdom they’ve gleaned on their journey. Listen in to find like-minded community, to be intellectually stimulated, and to tap into your inner visionary.
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Unshakeable Confidence is the podcast for women entrepreneurs ready to break free from societal expectations, overcome self-doubt, and thrive in their businesses. If you're navigating menopause, reclaiming your identity, or striving to build a purpose driven business that aligns with your values, this podcast is for you. Each week, I dive into actionable strategies, empowering stories, and mindset shifts to help you show up unapologetically with confidence and get things done, and achieve un ...
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Female Fear Factory: The Podcast

Cassava Republic Press

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You have experienced it on an empty street at night, on a crowded bus, at work, in worship centers, lecture halls, or even at parties. You felt it when you doubted yourself; when you stopped yourself from taking that walk at night; when you feared the force of your own desire, obsessed about how you look, or let the fear of financial death trap you in a bad relationship. This is the Female Fear Factory. Female Fear Factory: The Podcast is inspired by the ground-breaking book, Female Fear Fac ...
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The Space Between: A podcast to equip you with the tools and the resources to be your own healer. To be empowered on your journey, to support yourself and to implement the actual tangible embodiment pieces that you can take in your day to day life. I believe you don’t have to put spirituality, growth or healing in a box to collect dust, it gets to be in the moments and the places between picking up your kids or whatever it is for you. I’m going to be your own personal guide on this journey o ...
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On this podcast, I will dive into some of my favorite books and films, explore the reasons why they resonate with me, and what they can teach us all about a better way to live. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Did you know that too much conflict and arguing is one of the top 3 reasons couples get divorced? According to Forbes, 58% of divorcing couples cited this as their #1 reason for splitting up. When I read this 2024 statistic, my first thought was: It doesn't have to be this way! Hi, I'm Ali Miller, and I created the Love Each Other Better Podcast to share relationship-saving tools and principles that will help you and your partner spend less time fighting and more time doing what you do best: ...
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Women Leaders are the present and future; we do the hard things better. Most female leaders are of greater value than they believe, and that is the main issue. On this podcast we aim to look at where women leaders are stuck under their own thumb. By digging into the obstacles, the stories, the current trajectory, progress, and more, my goal is to bring it to the forefront of transformation. Society, the patriarchy and don’t forget the matriarchy, have been dictating the descriptive and presc ...
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This podcast is for feminists who despite their brilliance and professional achievement, still feel trapped because they have yet achieved the financial freedom they want. There is no judgement and shaming on this podcast because we all know it is still not easy for women to achieve financial success - The patriarchal system has conditioned us to conform to certain gender roles and this is holding all of us (women and men) back. To break free from this crap and reclaim our financial sovereig ...
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Woman Up

Rashi Mal

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Woman Up is an antidote to the age old saying "Man Up". It is a platform to celebrate extraordinary women and men who are breaking gender norms, shattering the proverbial glass ceilings and those who have the courage to forge their own unique paths in the face of societal resistance. Join your host Rashi Mal, an acclaimed Indian actor, musician and dancer in some very insightful conversations, albeit with laughs and lots of fun.
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Hosted by Rihanot Ojo-Oba and Tiaraoluwa Fadeyi, The Counter Narrative seeks to dismantle gender biases and promote inclusivity by challenging prevailing narratives perpetuating gender disparities. Through insightful discussions with experts, they address common misconceptions about women, media representation, and biases present in expert panels.
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Amy is joined by author Heather Hester to discuss her book Parenting with Pride: Unlearn Bias and Embrace, Empower, and Love Your LGBTQ+ Teen, digging into the coming out process and exploring the best ways we can support queer children through education, self-care, and confronting homophobia. Resources for parents. Donate to Breaking Down Patriarc…
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Fuck Fear with Christine Spratley: Exploring Validation and Emotional Safety Join Christine Spratley as she delves deep into the concept of validation in this episode of 'Fuck Fear.' Christine shares insights on 'action-oriented acceptance' and how it’s essential for personal and professional relationships. Through engaging discussions and practica…
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We tell kids to “use your words” — but the truth is, most adults still don’t know how. We hide our feelings, fear sounding “needy,” and hope our partners will just know what we need — then feel hurt or resentful when they don’t. In this episode, I unpack why adult communication breaks down so often, how unmet needs and unspoken feelings quietly sab…
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It’s Thursday, and you know what that means: another bonus drop. And this one? It's got orgasms, criminal charges, and courtroom drama, so buckle up. Award-winning journalist Ellen Huet joins us to dish on OneTaste, the orgasmic meditation company that sold itself as a path to sexual liberation but now finds its top brass convicted of forced labor …
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We celebrate Juneteenth, recognizing the end of slavery, and World Humanism Day, which occurs at the Summer Solstice as a secular alternative to religious holidays. After covering national and FFRF news, we speak with FFRF's Senior Policy Counsel Ryan Jayne and Regional Governmental Affairs Manager Mickey Dollens about the slew of good and bad bill…
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In this episode, we sit down with Lauren Rottet — the only woman ever elevated to Fellow status by both the AIA and IIDA — to explore her remarkable journey from architect to interior and product designer. As Founding Principal of Rottet Studio, Lauren has led award-winning projects around the world and launched a celebrated furniture line, all whi…
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Money, money, money, money…MO-NEY! The Money with Katie Show host Katie Gatti Tassin here to talk with JVN all about how we can beat capitalism, get ahead, and get informed about the system that we’re all operating in - whether we like it or not! Katie’s new book Rich Girl Nation is out now. Money with Katie was founded in 2020 by Katie Gatti Tassi…
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This week, we're talking about romance's most common family: the dysfunctional one! Sarah wrote a book about one, so we're thinking about what makes them special to romance, and what sets the romantic dysfunctional family apart from the ones that live outside of the genre. Jen has five categories. There's a game involved. You can play along at home…
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Send us a text You’ve carried so much for so long. But what if you could pause, breathe, and imagine a future where you feel safe, soft, and free? In this gentle and soul-stirring episode of The Dimple Bindra Show, I guide you through a powerful visualization meditation designed for women healing from trauma, abuse, or emotional pain. Together, we’…
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This episode is sponsored in part by BetterHelp. This week, we’re clipping in with Jess Rothschild to talk about SoulCycle: the high-octane, candlelit cardio craze that once had New Yorkers dropping $20k to ride front row. With $100M+ in revenue, instructors trained like pop stars, and a tightly curated sense of belonging (read: exclusivity), SoulC…
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This week on The Monday Edit: JVN sat down with Cristina Jiménez Moreta to talk about her new book Dreaming of Home: How We Turn Fear Into Pride, Power, and Real Change and the work being done at United We Dream, the country’s largest youth-led immigrant organization - which Cristina co-founded. Plus our breakdown of the Tony awards and our HBOTW! …
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This is episode 3 in a 5 part series on L.U.V.E. Understanding with Cognitive Empathy: Navigating Perspectives In this episode of 'Fuck Fear with Christine Spratley: Living Like a Head Bitch in Charge,' Christine explores the concept of 'Understanding' in communication, particularly in relationships. She delves into cognitive empathy and perspectiv…
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We announce that FFRF is a sponsor of the "No Kings Day of Action" protesting the erosion of democratic and constitutional safeguards against a monarchical administration, especially its embrace of Christian nationalism. After hearing Dan Barker's protest song "We, The People," we introduce three new FFRF lawsuits. FFRF Senior Litigation Counsel Sa…
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We’re back with Part 2 of our conversation with Jane Borden, author of Cults Like Us, where we pick up right where we left off – with the Puritans, of course. Because what’s more American than a doomsday cult in denial? In this half, we explore how their legacy of moral perfectionism, isolationism, and a rigid “us vs. them” worldview continues to s…
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Returning to work after having a baby is one of the most emotionally charged transitions a woman can face, and it’s one that too often goes unsupported. In this powerful episode, I am joined by business psychologist and founder of & Culture Consulting, Clare Radford, to explore the findings from her groundbreaking report, How to Support Returning P…
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This week we’re joined by political commentator and Gen Z Icon, Matt Bernstein - the creator behind @MattXIV and A Bit Fruity Podcast. Together, Matt and JVN discuss the very real Gen Z red wave, finding your peace amidst online political discourse, make-up (yes, darling!), and much much more - plus, we find out just how many Millennial references …
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A story from the 1920s that will reshape the way you view our great grandparents lives! Unfortunately, there’s no new show this week, but I wanted to re-share an episode I really enjoyed making two years ago. It'll well worth another spin. In 1920s Ireland, Alice Morton’s marriage breakdown sparked a sensational divorce trial. Accused of adultery, …
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We're taking a second run at second chance romance this week, and while we intended to recommend a million books, we ended up talking about all the ways this trope really works and really doesn't work for us! We're talking about rekindling love, unrequited love, resurrecting old wounds, the unforgivable stuff and of course, pining. It's a long one,…
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I'm having a party and you're invited! I sat down with Jen Brummer of Grok the World to demystify what a Grok Party actually is — and why it might be exactly what you didn’t know you needed. Jen will be facilitating the Grok Party that I'm hosting this Friday, June 13 at 11am EDT. In this episode, we talk about what you'll experience during this lo…
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Breaking Down Patriarchy producer, Sam Rose Preminger, revisits stories of coming into their transgender identity and answers listener questions about transgender and nonbinary experiences, discussing bathrooms, sports, queer youth, and the fight for LGBTQIA+ liberation. Donate to Breaking Down Patriarchy Sam Rose Preminger (they/them) is an editor…
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PART 2 of 5 Mastering the Art of Listening: Overcoming the Advice Monster | Fuck Fear with Christine Spratley In this episode of 'Fuck Fear with Christine Spratley,' Christine dives into the challenges of overcoming the 'advice monster' and the importance of truly listening in relationships and coaching. She shares insights from Michael Bungay Stan…
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Were the Puritans America’s first cult? Our guest this week makes a compelling case for yes. Jane Borden is a journalist and the author of Cults Like Us: Why Doomsday Thinking Drives America. In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, she joins us to unpack how Puritan beliefs—think apocalypse prepping, chosen nation syndrome, and the worship of weal…
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Send us a text Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with endocrinologist and obesity and culinary medicine specialist Dr. Disha Narang about a common but misunderstood medical condition, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). In “Episode 23: Understanding Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome”, Dr. Narang joins me to explain w…
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This week on The Monday Edit, we have a very special guest joining in on the Monday fun: best selling author Anna Malaika Tubbs stopped by to tell us all about her new book, Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden from Us and helps us hone in on real time examples of our Patriarchy is being weaponized today. Anna unpacks how the United States h…
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LUVE: The 4-Part Code for Communicating with Anyone—Without Losing Your Cool, Your Credibility, or Your Mind” In this episode of 'Fuck Fear,' Christine Spratley introduces the concept of LUVE (Listen, Understand, Validate, Empathize) as a way to improve relationships and communication. She explains how this approach, inspired by various experts and…
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Welcome to another, unofficially titled, Bonus Drop. These episodes are our way of checking in midweek with extra thoughts, headlines, and conversations that keep the Cultiverse convo going strong. And remember: Patreon subscribers get them a day early because that’s how perks work. In this drop, we’re digging into the overlap between religious tra…
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We love dancing to them, but are we also complicit in the male gaze? In this episode, host Kriti J is joined by longtime friend and fellow Bollywood nerd Shruti S to unpack the complicated world of item numbers - the seductive, high-energy songs Bollywood can’t seem to quit. Together, they create the Dirty Brown Test — a feminist lens for evaluatin…
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Matt Rogers, comedian, actor, writer, host, half of the duo behind Las Culturistas and multi hyphenate extraordinaire is on Getting Better this week to enter our queer millennial world on all things pop culture, pride heroes, lgbtqia+, Celine Dion, Tony Awards, Ariana Grande, Epic Universe and of course... JK Rowling. He tells us his and Bowen Yang…
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The Irish funeral wake is a unique tradition where family and friends gather around the body of the deceased to share stories, remember their life, and celebrate their legacy. Often resembling a lively party with plenty of drink, this ritual is both a farewell and a celebration. Predating Christianity, the Irish wake stretches back thousands of yea…
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