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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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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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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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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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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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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Feminism, friendship, equality and other girl stuff. Breaking down the patriarchy one conversation at a time.
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Feet of Clay – Confessions of the Cult Sisters – What's it like to live in a Christian cult commune? How the hell do smart people get brainwashed into crazy beliefs and behaviors? Tracey & Sharon share their parallel journeys into and out of Last Days Ministries, led by Christian music super-star Keith Green (and later his wife Melody Green). Plus they interview others who also got out of high-control groups and toxic churches. Arranged marriages? Purity culture virgins? Religious trauma? Su ...
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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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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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The Game of Thrones-critical and ASOIAF-ethusiast podcast. This is where being a book snob is a good thing.
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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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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" 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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Normal Women - with historian Philippa Gregory
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Amy is joined by historian and author, Dr. Philippa Gregory, to discuss her newest book, Normal Women, exploring 900 years of women's stories including the origins of the gender wage gap, the history and normality of women loving women, where our abortion laws began, and much much more. Donate to Breaking Down Patriarchy Philippa Gregory is one of …
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Final Season of Queer Eye, Texas Floods, JoJo Siwa’s “Bette Davis Eyes”
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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week on The Monday Edit: the Texas floods, JoJo Siwa’s “Bette Davis Eyes,” the great prison conception, summer travel recommendations, and the final season of Queer Eye. To help support the Texas floods relief, che…
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Kylie and Julia pivot to their second shared obsession: the 1995 BBC adaptation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. The results are hyper efficient. In this episode, Mr. Bennet beats a joke into the ground, Kitty coughs for her own amusement, Sir William Lucas helps Caroline move in society, and for some reason Jane is the hot sister.…
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In this episode of 'Fuck Fear with Christine Spratley,' Christine delves into the experience of handling those off-kilter days, affectionately dubbed 'Francis days.' Drawing from the classic comedy film 'Stripes,' she explores the concept of being ornery and the importance of having controlled catharsis through humor, cussing, and other personal ou…
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Irish Americans & The Troubles: Unwelcome Outsiders or Allies?
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This episode continues the story of NORAID - the Irish American organisation who were the voice of the IRA in the US. Jamie Goldrick and I delve into the complicated history of wider Irish American involvement in the Troubles. It's a history full of contradictions on both sides of the Atlantic. In the Republic, many criticised NORAID’s actions, yet…
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Ask This Book a Question: How to Outsmart Decision Fatigue with Vicki Tan
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Mind feeling full? The mental load and decision fatigue are real and they’re exhausting. In this episode, I’m joined by Vicki Tan, Pinterest’s Design Lead and author of Ask This Book a Question, to explore why our brains get overwhelmed and how to find clarity in the chaos. We dive into the surprising power of cognitive biases, how to work with you…
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Are You Trapped In High-Functioning Depression? with Dr. Judith Joseph
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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn JVN is joined by the brilliant Dr. Judith Joseph, a board-certified psychiatrist and researcher, to explore high-functioning depression — what it is, how to recognize it, and why so many people struggle with it in silen…
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NORAID: Did Irish Americans Fund the Provisional IRA?
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In this episode, we explore the fascinating and controversial story of NORAID, the Irish American organisation at the heart of the new documentary NORAID: Irish America & the IRA. Joined by the film’s producer, Jamie Goldrick, we unravel the history that made NORAID so influential, examining its activities, its impact on the Troubles, and its lasti…
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Where's the Closure? - The disrespect was the closure -
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In this episode of 'Fuck Fear with Christine Spratley,' Christine delves into the concept of closure, inspired by a reel she discovered on Instagram. She discusses the misconceptions around waiting for closure from others and emphasizes the importance of self-provided closure, especially in toxic relationships and unfulfilling jobs. By sharing pers…
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Ready to take a fresh path to self-discovery? Every Monday, Jemma Sbeg brings you a new mantra and shares how you can apply it to your own life. Whether you’re facing a major transition or just looking to evolve your everyday routine, Mantra is the podcast for you. Join Jemma every week for reflections, practical tips, and personal insights that’ll…
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Big Beautiful Bill, Future of Planned Parenthood, and A Potential Cure for HIV
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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week on The Monday Edit: the impact of the Big Beautiful Bill, updates on the Idaho Four Case, JVN’s life as Pet Parent, beating the summer heat and sun, and a potential cure for HIV. Not A Phase. Trans Lifeline Fo…
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S07.42: Jen & Sarah and These Summer Storms
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Last night’s Fated Mates Live was so much fun, but now we’re back in your earholes. It’s time again for our annual Sarah MacLean deep dive (with no spoilers!). As per tradition, Jen asks Sarah a bunch of fun questions and forces Sarah to talk about her book. And it all ends with Julia Whalen reading two chapters of These Summer Storms! It was a del…
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Ep 82: Healing Grief After Miscarriage or Birth Trauma with Brenda L Balding
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Send us a text So many women carry the silent pain of miscarriage, abortion, or traumatic birth—but never talk about it. In this powerful keynote episode, Dimple Bindra sits down with Brenda L Balding, a nurse of over 50 years and spiritual healer, to explore how unprocessed grief impacts our bodies, our emotions, and our self-worth. Brenda shares …
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052 - We Confess Tracey Needs a Break... and Announce an Unholy Alliance
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Send us a text https://www.instagram.com/feetofclay.cultsisters https://feetofclayconfessionsofthecultsisters.buzzsprout.com We love acronyms -- and we aren't afraid to use them! Here are some common ones that we might forget to explain: LDM - Last Days Ministries (organization) ICT - Intensive Christian Training School (at LDM) YWAM - Youth With A…
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Get In the Fight Against White Christian Nationalism
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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn Separation of Church and State is under attack, and the spread of White Christian Nationalism is ever present. Luckily, organizations like Americans United for Separation of Church and State are on the ground and fighti…
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Irish Asylums: A Dark History We Don’t Talk About. Why?
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In the 1950s, more than 20,000 people—over one percent of the adult population of Ireland—were locked away in mental asylums. This was the highest rate in the world, with more people confined in asylums than in all other institutions, including prisons, combined. Yet, despite these staggering numbers, the story of Ireland’s asylums remains largely …
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S07.41: Audiobooks with Julia Whelan
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We're thrilled to have audiobook queen and Voice of the Summer (USA Today), Julia Whelan with us today! Aside from being the voice of Emily Henry, Taylor Jenkins Reid, VE Schwab and Kristen Hannah, she's also an author of her own delicious books and the founder of Audiobrary, an audio book company that pays narrators on a royalty structure. She's h…
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Unsexy Questions about Asexuality - with artist Julia Alora
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Sam Rose is joined by artist and advocate, Julia Alora, who shares a brilliant essay on asexuality before digging deep into asexual history, how patriarchy impacts the ace community, and what we can all do to support asexual or questioning family and youth. Donate to Breaking Down Patriarchy Julia Alora (she/they) is a Portland-based sculptress cre…
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How to F*cking Fix Burnout - Part two
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Ria is back In this episode of 'Fuck Fear with Christine Spratley,' Christine dives deep into the complexities of burnout, discussing its symptoms, causes, and remedies. Rhe conversation navigates the challenges of managing workplace stress, recognizing personal and systemic issues, and the importance of replenishing oneself. They share personal ex…
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Zohran Mamdani, Killer Whales, Cuts to NPR
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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week on The Monday Edit: JVN life updates, cuts to NPR funding, the recent attacks on Iran, the NYC mayoral primary election win for Zohran Mamdani, and a quick update on the killer whale’s salmon supply in the Pac…
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31: 41 Years Married—And No Longer Sweeping Conflict Under the Rug
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Teri and David have been married for nearly 41 years, and like many couples, they often found themselves caught in repetitive arguments—both about new challenges and unresolved old issues. In this uplifting episode, they share how Ali’s NVC-based Small Group Coaching Program for Couples gave them practical tools to openly discuss and finally resolv…
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Understanding Burnout: It's Not You, It's The System (Part One)
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In this episode of 'Fuck Fear with Christine Spratley,' Christine and special guest Ria delve into the complex topic of burnout, exploring its systemic roots and how it disproportionately affects women. They discuss myths about burnout, the psychological and physical costs, and the impact of the chronic stress many women face in both professional a…
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The Quiet Power of Marginal Gains: How Tiny Changes Can Transform Your Life
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What if your next breakthrough didn’t need to be big? In this episode, I explore how tiny 1% shifts- known as marginal gains- can lead to extraordinary results. You’ll hear insights from elite sport and leadership psychology, and I share how these small changes have reshaped my own life and work. Because long-term success? It often starts with some…
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How to Survive the Internet's Worst People with Drew Afualo
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Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn This week on Getting Better, JVN sat down with internet sweetheart, icon, and author - the effervescent Drew Afualo. Talking all things clapping back to trolls, nuanced conversations on the internet, and why being woke …
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Banned: The Hidden History of Contraception in Ireland (Listener Favourite)
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While we’re on the last week of our summer break, we’re bringing you one of our most popular episodes from the back catalogue. For over four decades, contraception was not just taboo in Ireland—it was illegal. From 1935 to 1979, selling contraceptives and even accessing information about family planning was strictly banned by the Irish government. …
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Untangling Homophobia from Faith - with advocate Allison Dayton
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Amy is joined by advocate Allison Dayton, founder of Lift & Love, to discuss the god-sized holes left behind when LGBTQIA+ people are forced out of their faith traditions, plus how the LDS Church can be changed through love and role modelling to embrace its gay family. Donate to Breaking Down Patriarchy Allison Dayton started the Lift & Love Founda…
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"E" is for Empathize — Turning Validation into Shared Momentum
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Mastering Empathy & Communication: Final Episode of LUVE Series with Christine Spratley In this concluding episode of 'F*ck Fear with Christine Spratley,' Christine and Joe delve into the importance of empathy in both personal and professional settings. They review the LUVE method—Listen, Understand, Validate, and Empathize—focusing on the final se…
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Ep 81: Your Body Still Thinks You're In Danger, How To Heal Trauma Through the Body with Lisa Broberg
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Send us a text What if your anxiety, fatigue, or hormonal issues were your body’s way of holding on to unprocessed trauma.. In this powerful episode Functional Medicine Nurse and Transformational Health Coach Lisa Broberg shares how trauma lives in the body and how women can finally begin to heal We explore adrenal fatigue PCOS thyroid issues chron…
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Episode 24: Real Facts About the HPV Vaccine with Amanda Selk, MD
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Send us a text Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with ob/gyn and past president of the Canadian Colposcopy Society, Amanda Selk, MD, to share some facts and debunk myths about the human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine. In “Episode 24: Real Facts About the HPV Vaccine”, Dr. Selk joins me to demystify the HPV vacci…
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What the Supreme Court Decision on U.S. v. Skrmetti Really Means with Chase Strangio
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This week on The Monday Edit: JVN sat down with Chase Strangio from the ACLU to debrief on last week’s 6-3 ruling by the Supreme Court on U.S. v Skrmetti - ruling in favor of continuing Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care. Chase made history in December 2024 as the first openly Trans lawyer to argue in front of the U.S. Supreme Court. All that…
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We're both staying very still in front of air conditioners this week, so that means we're very very happy to have a pile of summer reads at the ready! We're teeing up your piles of summer reads this week with our quarterly romance roundup! As a reminder, we haven't read most of these books -- but they're the ones toppling our TBR! As a reminder, pr…
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"V" is for Validation - Action-Oriented Acceptance
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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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30: Use Your Words: How to Speak Honestly, Stop the Guessing Games, and Get What You Need
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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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Breaking Barriers with architect, designer and trailblazer, Lauren Rottet
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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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How to Actually Save & Invest Money in a Failing Economy with Katie Gatti Tassin
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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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S07.39: Dysfunctional Families (The Fun Kind)
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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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Parenting with Pride - with author Heather Hester
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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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Ep 80: Meditation For Visualizing a Brighter Future, Where You Finally Feel Free!
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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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Advocating for the Rights of Undocumented Immigrants with Cristina Jiménez Moreta
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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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U = Understand — “Listening to Understand”
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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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From Boardroom to Babies and Back Again: The Hidden Cost of Unsupported Returns to Work
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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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The Gen Z Red Wave and Protecting Your Peace Online with Matt Bernstein (aka MattXIV)
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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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[Classic Replay] A Criminal Conversation: Affairs & Divorce in 1920s Ireland
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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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S07.38: Second Chance Romance Redux
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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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29: Come to My Grok Party: Better Communication Starts Here (This Friday)
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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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Nonbinary Reflections and Transgender Q&A - with Sam Rose
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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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L = Listen to understand, not to respond.
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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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Episode 23: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) with Disha Narang, MD
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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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The Patriarchy Playbook: How America’s Gendered Hierarchy Endures with Anna Malika Tubbs
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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
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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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