Feminist Book Club is the premier online hub for intersectional readers and anyone who wants to infuse their bookshelves with social justice. We encourage resistance through reading with our blog, podcast, events, and our signature monthly subscription box.
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Feminist Book Club Podcasts
This isn’t your average podcast—it’s a radical little book club for your ears. Each week on Assigned Reading, feminist business coach Becky Mollenkamp invites a brilliant guest to read and unpack a feminist essay. Together, they dive into the juicy, nuanced, sometimes uncomfortable questions these texts raise about power, identity, leadership, liberation, and more. If you’ve ever wanted to have big conversations about big ideas—but without having to get dressed, make small talk, or leave you ...
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Through an intersectional feminist perspective, hosts Anney and Samantha dive into science, history, and culture to make sense of the everyday and unpack the stories that brought us to where we are today. This podcast aims to better understand the challenges facing women and marginalized folks all over the world and highlights the tools we can use to tackle them head on.
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Melody Carlisle and Sabrina Bradley love romance and they do it out loud! Every Monday, these long-distance best friends recap romance novels from a comedic, intersectional feminist, sex-positive perspective. If you're itching for a BFF book club or just love raucous slumber party vibes, this is the show for you! Whether you've read the book or not, all are welcome! Giggling, tangents, and sincere joy abound.
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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/rgbc/subscribe Are you tired of reading the same angsty hero narrative over and over again? So are we. That's why we're examining stories that feature rebellious heroines through an intersectional feminist lens. In this podcast, we will go deep into the latest bestsellers, comic books, and English class-worthy literature without taking ourselves too seriously. It's a book club for feminist literary nerds. So, grab a cup of tea, a cozy blanket, and ...
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A monthly book club discussion from Cafe Con Libros, an Intersectional Feminist Bookstore and Coffee Shop in Brooklyn. Each month, Kalima DeSuze along with a community member, take a deep dive into the Feminist & Bookish subscription pick. Using an intersectional lens, the peer reflects on pressing themes, key takeaways, and the changing face of Feminism.
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Women With Books is a curated podcast, hosted by USA Today Bestselling Author Lindsay Emory. With a focus on women and women-identifying authors and genres, we are a book club for readers, celebrating our favorite books and media and all the fabulous things in life.
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A podcast with queer, feminist takes on the Dark Knight. Hosted by Chris, TJ, and Mark, with rotating special guests!
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A weekly podcast which explores pop culture, the humanities, and how they matter for our daily lives. Each week, your hosts (Hannah and Suzanne) share three (ish) things as we engage with all that delights, intrigues, and sometimes repels us; both in our areas of shared interest (ex: football, makeup, Jane Austen, Schitt’s Creek, and wine) as well as our individual specialties (ex: art history, museum studies, film, and theology). Join for the topics, stay for the conversation, and enjoy our ...
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Welcome to “A Nerdy Book Club,” the podcast where we explore literature and fan-created works. Join our host as we dive deep into books.
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We are excited to bring you seasons of content all the way from Tolkien to Theology, from Business to Family. If you like to contemplate deep philosophical ideas across a wide range of topics, you've come to the right place. Make sure you give us a follow so you don't miss out on future episodes.
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This is not a cooking show, but it will nourish your soul (maybe). Womena’s founders open a new dialogue with their community and give their perspectives on relevant, topical issues that affect women in and from the Arab world. This podcast will serve as a space for genuine exploration of the authentic experience of two women in search of belonging and balance, using storytelling to reclaim and redefine the distorted narratives that surround them.
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Film director Katherine Dudas (@katherinedudas_) & TV writer Lizzy Pace (@pacecase) host a book club but the books are premium TV shows, most of which are on MAX fka HBOMAX... Our current seasons: -HBOLAX (new free episode every Monday): SHOGUN Season 1 (Hulu) -HBOLAX MAX (new patreon episode every Friday): THE CURSE Season 1 (Paramount Plus) - patreon.com/hbolax Patreon: HBOLAX MAX also holds our entire back catalog: -JURY DUTY Season 1 -SILO Season 1 -SEVERANCE Season 1 -YELLOWJACKETS Seas ...
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MINI POD! Luxury ships, love triangles, and late-state capitalism, oh my! In this mini episode, Jordy dives into An Ocean Apart by Jill Tew, a feminist dystopia that asks what happens when the world's elite sail away from the chaos they've created, and one girl decides to sink the system from within. Support and follow our host! Follow Jordy: Insta…
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SMNTY Classics: Do Layoffs Impact Women More?
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45:23Recent waves of layoffs in the tech industry have disproportionately hurt women. In this classic episode, we look at a few examples and untangle some of the myriad reasons why. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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A woman searches for a new home. She finds one, but not the one she expected. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Happy Hour #192: Of the Beaten Path Horror Movies
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17:09Just in time for Halloween, Anney and Samantha discuss some lesser discussed horror movie recommendations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Hi, Stuff Mom Never Told You listeners! We're excited to share with you a sneak peek at iHeartPodcasts' latest release, Health Stuff! Health Stuff: On Health Stuff, hosts Dr. Priyanka Wali and comedian Hari Kondabolu tackle all the health questions that keep you up at night with hilarity and humanity. Together, they demystify the flashy trends, and…
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There is nothing to fear but Fear Street itself. In this killer classic episode, SMNTY slashes through the Fear Street trilogy to talk about witches, love and friendship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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SMNTY Classics: Fictional Women Around the World - Sally
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16:49Sally, the Ragdoll from 1993's The Nightmare Before Christmas, resonated with a lot of people. We piece together her history, and talk about the good and the bad of this character in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Unbearable: A Discussion with Irin Carmon on Pregnancy in America
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30:49Mariquita talks with author Irin Carmon about her newest book, Unbearable: Five Women and the Perils of Pregnancy in America. Their discussion covers the racist roots of ob/gyn medicine in America, provides context for the current state of reproductive care, and ties in vital personal stories of families that have been affected by the legacy of rac…
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Bride by Ali Hazelwood (Part 2 of 4) | 403.2
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59:09Hey HBs! We're here with part 2 of BRIDE by Ali Hazelwood! Get ready for some SCHMEXY MARKING! Bonus Content: popping a knart... Lady Loves: Sabrina: Consume media unspoiled, especially if it's a live event!!!! The Sleep Token concert was almost a religious experience because they didn't know about the show's beginning until beforehand! Mel: REPLAC…
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Monday Mini: Sexual Assault and Rape Culture Today
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24:13Recent conversations online have only highlighted that, with the help of the current US administration, victim-blaming and dismissal of women is alive and well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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We’re back with our Book Club episodes! This time, let’s dive into Margaret Atwood’s “The Handmaid’s Tale,” a dystopian vision of a society, based in the United States, where women are stripped of autonomy, constantly surveilled, and reduced to reproductive machines. The story explores the oppressive structures of a patriarchal dictatorship and dra…
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Bride by Ali Hazelwood (Part 1of 4) | 403.1
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1:22:34Heyyyyy HBs! We're recapping BRIDE by Ali Hazelwood! And it's part 1 of 4 because we couldn't get enough of this chat. It's AH's paranormal debut and we loved it! Bonus content: we're maniacs because we haven't recorded in a while, we wish we were knotting virgins for this book, knarting, and so much more! This Friday on Patreon and our Apple Podca…
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Would you rather face a shark or a serial killer? The 2025 film Dangerous Animals asks that question and the heroine has a decisive answer. Anney and Samantha dive into the plot, themes, and women in shark movies in general. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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A teen walks into a mall in Silent Hill and learns she is the literal stuff of nightmares summoned by a cult. Silent Hill 3's Heather Mason handles hell with poise and style in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Samantha ponders stepping into a teacher role in one of her hobbies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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MINI POD! Who are some of your must-read authors? Renee shares one of hers, Sarah Gailey. You can always count on Gailey to write the most outlandish, unusual books. Today, Renee shares four for your shelves. Support and follow our host! Follow Renee: Instagram // The StoryGraph Check out our online community here! This episode was edited and produ…
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In this spookiest of seasons, we're here to discuss real life frights and what draws us to (or repels us away from) horror. Want to give us some dollars? We'll allow it. Link goes to a donation platform on our website. Come say hello on our socials (but be nice): Instagram Check out additional resources on our website. Over These Walls by Hope and …
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Lately, social media has been awash in misinformation around birth control. Bridget Todd joins us to delve into what is going on, why its working and how its harmful. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Grab your magnifying glass, don your monocle and trench coat, because we're talking murder mysteries today! First, Shoshana and Mariquita define the mystery genre, subgenres, and key terms. They also share some of their favorite mystery books for your TBR. Then Renee dives into her favorite sub-sub-genre of mysteries: cozy food mysteries by and abo…
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Woke Moral Outrage Is DESTROYING Us...Here's The Answer
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21:20Why is our culture obsessed with sex, race, and Israel? And what do these moral battles have in common? In this episode, we unpack a powerful biblical lens that explains our modern obsession with virtue-signaling and moral outrage. From pride flags to anti-racism campaigns to protests over Gaza, each movement taps into humanity's desperate need to …
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Beautiful Nightmare by Katee Robert | 402.2
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52:22Hey HBs! We're so pumped for an m/f book with a lady monster! BEAUTIFUL NIGHTMARE by Katee Robert serves up a sleep demon who's never felt like she belonged and a human man who's not afraid of a fear boner. It's so sweet and sexy! Lady Loves: Mel: THE GRIM REAPER'S LAWYER by Mia Monique. It's makes hell's bureaucracy super fun! Becky: Giant romance…
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S2 EP06 | From Project 2025 to Korea’s 4B Movement: Women Fighting Back
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52:25In this episode, we examine the deeper agenda behind Project 2025. From the erasure of gender and scholarly research to banning language itself. We look at how authoritarian power grabs often begin with controlling women’s bodies, and why movements like Korea’s 4B are rising in response. If the most liberal societies are stripping women’s rights, w…
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Fictional Women Around the World: Rain Ocampo
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11:43Resident Evil is one of the most well-known survival horror video game series of all time, spawning a legion of films. The first movie featured Rain Ocampo, a no-nonsense mercenary who perhaps bit off more than she could chew while investigating Umbrella Corporations facility full of zombies and a murderous AI. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva…
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As we mark Atlanta Pride and Coming Out Day, SMNTY digs into some history, impact, and why it matters more than ever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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All My Boyfriends Are Monsters Kimberly Lemming | 402.1
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53:17Hey HBs! This week is all about the Scared Sexy series. Today and tomorrow, we’ve got special crossover episodes with Becky from the TOO STUPID TO LIVE podcast! We’re recapping Kimberly Lemming’s and Katee Robert’s novellas here on Heaving Bosoms, and then you get our thoughts on Ruby Dixon’s novella over on the TOO STUPID TO LIVE podcast! Today, w…
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From pumpkin carving, costuming, and horror movies, Anney and Samantha discuss Halloween memories and traditions while sipping on some seasonal drinks in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Yves shares a snapshot of the life and works of Homai Vyarawalla, India's first woman photojournalist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Happy Hour #190: Silent Hill f New Episode Plus
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19:01SMNTY returns to Silent Hill to unlock even more secrets and themes around marriage, independence and choice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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MINI POD! We love a hyper-niche genre, and today Jordy dives into three books she's categorizing as satirical feminist fairytales and mysteries. This episode explores how feminism isn't about rejecting the notion of fairytales, but rather rewriting them to our standard. Mentioned: This Princess Kills Monsters by Ry Herman A Most Agreeable Murder by…
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When a group of friends trek to a historic haunted house for a wedding, what could go wrong? The answer is explored in Cassandra Khaw's work Nothing But Blackened Teeth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Feminists Around the World: Brittany Woods Orrison
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11:43Today we celebrate the works of Indigenous activist and multi-talented creator and athlete Brittany Woods Orrison. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Feeling ghoulish? We have an expertly curated reading list for you! Mhairie and Mother Horror herself, Sadie Hartmann, share some of their horror book recommendations, using the format and trope categories from Sadie's new book, Feral and Hysterical. Books and Resources Mentioned: Feral and Hysterical Mother Horror's Ultimate Reading Guide to Dark …
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Act Your Age by Eve Dangerfield (Part 2) | 401.2
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1:24:05Hey HBs! We get to see the rest of the Daddylicious journey, heavily featuring a goddess named Rapunzel! Sabrina couldn't stop drooling. It's getting tumultuous in the second half of ACT YOUR AGE by Eve Dangerfield! Lady Loves: Mel: Clack fans! Like my Nana's bamboo fan from my childhood, my clack fans have saved my peri-menopausal life! These rand…
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Monday Mini: What's Going on with Abortion in South Carolina?
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12:55Recent proposed legislation in South Carolina would introduce the strictest abortion laws in the country if passed, and open door for other states to do the same. We go over the basics of what this law entails. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Act Your Age by Eve Dangerfield (Part 1) | 401.1
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1:32:28Hey HBs! We hope you're ready for a workplace age gap book with Daddy kink! It's ACT YOUR AGE by Eve Dangerfield! Plus, ADHD rep, grinding gears, buttered bread, and so much more! But seriously, this book has such good kink in it. This Friday on Patreon and our Apple Podcast subscription, Mel's telling Sabrina all about the follow up novella to thi…
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SMNTY Classics: New Moon and Eclipse
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1:08:14In a special double feature episode on New Moon and Eclipse, we continue our take on the Twilight saga with super producer Christina. We break down the themes, take a quiz and do dramatic reenactments in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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SMNTY Interviews: Dr. Sharon Malone
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1:11:31Author, podcaster and advocate Dr. Sharon Malone chats with us about what she's learned from her decades of experience in the medical field when it comes to women's health, her new podcast The Second Opinion, and disparities and accessibility in healthcare. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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S2 EP05 | Burnout Is Not Cute: Managing Mental Health in a Feminist Company
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44:52Is mental health part of your workplace? In light of World Mental Health Day, we explore how human-centered leadership protects the well-being of both leaders and teams. At Womena, we’re redefining the workplace through feminist values and radical empathy for life’s unpredictable ups and downs. Hosted by Elissa Freiha (@freiha) and Amira Salah-Ahme…
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A Look At What's Going on in the Asian Community
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41:40Anney and Samantha dig into the history and present of the Asian community in the United States. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Introducing Earsay: The Audible and iHeart Audiobook Club!
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2:15Join Ed Helms and Kal Penn as they dive into the world’s biggest audiobooks. Earsay kicks off with a deep dive into Audible’s immersive, full-cast adaptation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. Host Ed Helms is joined by Jennie Garth (90210, I Choose Me podcast) to explore the audiobook’s lush sound design and standout performances from Marisa Ab…
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MINI POD! Rah can't stop thinking about the book I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman. Tune in to hear why this book has been stuck on their brain. Mentioned: Carmen Maria Machado's "'I Who Have Never Known Men' Is A Warning" in the New Yorker I Who Have Never Known Men by Jaqueline Harpmen, Translated by Ros Schwartz, with an introduct…
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Samantha recaps her recent trip to New York. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Feminists Around the World: Amaranta Gomez Regalado
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