Breaking Down Patriarchy
Breaking Down Patriarchy is a podcast that explores the history and impact of patriarchy through bookclub-style discussions of essential texts. Hosted by Amy McPhie Allebest, it offers insights into how patriarchal systems were created and how they have been challenged over time. The podcast aims to provide life-changing epiphanies and practical takeaways for listeners, encouraging a deeper understanding of gender dynamics. It is produced by a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting this educational work.
Episodes
Finale - with Lindsay, Lucy, and Sophie Allebest
On the finale episode of the podcast Amy is joined by her daughters-Lindsay, Lucy, and Sophie-who help reflect on and celebrate the history of this project, some of the most valuable lessons learned along the way, and how the knowledge gathered through this work echoes both forward and backward across generations.Thank you for sharing this journey with us, listeners. Please join us on YouTube (@br
Deconstructing Patriarchy in Polygamous Fundamentalism and Beyond - with advocate Shirlee Draper
Amy is joined by Shirlee Draper of Cherish Families to hear her courageous account of leaving the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and a polygamous marriage, sharing personal stories, exploring the alarming similarities between the explicit patriarchy of the FLDS Church and the allegedly more egalitarian world beyond it, plus discussing the practical work we can all be do
Imagining a Feminist Midrash - with writers Gloria & Bob Rees
Amy is joined by authors and educators Gloria and Bob Rees to discuss midrash --stories we write to interpret scripture and create meaning -- exploring the endless possibilities of imagination and the radical power that women hold to write our own midrash and change the spiritual landscape.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyGloria Gardner Rees has taught English in the US, China, India, and Nepal.
Diaries of a Mormon Feminist - with author Carol Lynn Pearson
Amy joins the renowned writer Carol Lynn Pearson in her home for an illuminating and tender conversation about the life and struggles of a major figure in LDS feminism, her insights into queer people in the Church, the lingering ghost of polygamy, and what it takes to be an independent thinker inside a patriarchal institution.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyRenowned Mormon feminist, Ca
Fighting Patriarchy through Fiction - with novelist Naima Brown
Amy is joined by author Naima Brown to discuss her newest novel, Mother Tongue, exploring the consequences of change, finding our authentic selves, motherhood, right-wing radicalization, and the importance of fiction in our fight against patriarchy.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyNaima Brown holds degrees in Middle Eastern Studies, Anthropology and Religious Studies. Her essays have appeared in
Without Fear - with historian Dr. Keisha Blain
Amy is joined by Dr. Keisha Blain to discuss her new book, Without Fear: Black Women and the Making of Human Rights, shining a light on unsung heroines of activism and the critical importance of preserving history in our precarious political landscape.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyDr. Keisha Blain is an award-winning historian of the 20th century United States. She is a Professo
Sexual Agency - with intimacy expert Susan Bratton
Amy is joined by publisher and sex educator Susan Bratton for a tell-all discussion about sex under patriarchy, the power of pleasure, and practical steps towards liberation in the bedroom.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchySusan Bratton is co-founder and CEO of two companies serving the direct-to-consumer intimate wellness space. She is a manufacturer of supplements and a publisher of online cours
Mama Needs a Minute! - with author Mary Catherine Starr
Amy is joined by Mary Catherine Starr, author of Mama Needs a Minute!, to discuss how even with the best intentions parents can easily fall into patriarchal and unequal gender roles, how to take a closer look at our relationships and households, and how comics can help us cope with the overwhelm of motherhood.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyMary Catherine Starr is a mother-of-two
One Fair Wage - with attorney Saru Jayaraman
Amy is joined by attorney and activist Saru Jayaraman of One Fair Wage to learn the eye-opening history of tipping culture, how the restaurant service industry is one of our nation's biggest propagators of patriarchy, and why it's time for consumers to say enough is enough.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchySaru Jayaraman is co-founder and president of One Fair Wage, a national organizati
Gender Reveals Revealed - with originator Jenna Karvunidis
Amy is joined by Jenna Karvunidis, originator of the Gender Reveal Party, to discuss where this trend came from, why it reinforces patriarchal ideas, and how she came to adamantly oppose the celebrations she created.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyJenna Karvunidis is a writer, artist, attorney, and entrepreneur based in Los Angeles. She is a critic of the gender reveal party and h
Consequences of an Asian Fetish - with author Kaila Yu
Amy is joined by author Kaila Yu to discuss her book Fetishized: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty, hearing Kaila's firsthand experiences while also learning about the colonialist origins of the fetishes harming Asian women and girls.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyKaila Yu is an author and on-camera correspondent based in Los Angeles. She's written for the Los Angeles Tim
Iran Update - Disobedient Women
Amy is joined by activists from I-WILL, a group dedicated to sharing the stories of Iranian women living under a patriarchal regime. These courageous women let us know how the situation in Iran has developed since the Women Life Freedom movement began, tell us about the incredible ways everyday women are resisting oppression, and let us know what listeners can do to help.Donate to Breaking Do
Women in our Art Museums - with art historian Sunday Rennie
Amy is joined by art historian Sunday Rennie to discuss the overlooked history of female artists, why they're underrepresented in museums, and what has to change for women to be seen as more than a muse.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchySunday Rennie is a third-generation artist and seasoned art advisor. She holds a Master’s degree in Art Curating and has spent years immersed in Europe’s
Exploring Intersex Identity- with advocate Erika Lorshbough
Amy is joined by Erika Lorshbough, Executive Director of InterACT, to learn what it means to be intersex, the major struggles facing the intersex community, and how intersex issues are also women's issues.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyErika Lorshbough is an intersex advocate and activist for civil and human rights. Most recently, Erika served as deputy director for policy at the New York Civil
Fluency in Fear - with author Amie Souza Reilly
Amy is joined by Amie Souza Reilly, author of Human/Animal, for an eye-opening discussion about stalking and safety, about how patriarchy thrives on women's fears and about what we actually have to be afraid of.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyAmie Souza Reilly is a visual artist and multigenre writer from Connecticut. Her work has appeared in various journals, including Wigleaf, H
How Patriarchy Hurts Our Hermanas - with advocate Amy Hinojosa
Amy is joined by President and CEO of MANA, Amy Hinojosa, for a phenomenal conversation about Latina Americans, immigration, abortion, advocacy, and the issues of humanity that unite us all.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyAmy Hinojosa is the president and CEO of MANA, a national Latina organization, the oldest and largest Latina membership organization in the United States, and it
Confronting a Patriarchal Cult - with author Danny Rensch
Amy is joined by Danny Rensch, author of Dark Squares: How Chess Saved My Life, for a courageous reckoning with his life lived under the oppressive patriarchy of a cult, plus learning forgiveness, his path to healing, and how chess helped him become the best version of himself.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyDanny Rensch is an American International Master, world-class commentator, tou
Women on Wall St. - with author Paulina Bren
Amy is joined by author Paulina Bren to discuss her newest book, She-Wolves: The Untold History of Women on Wall St., sharing stories of ambitious women breaking down barriers and making money in a world made by men for men, plus why we still need more women in finance today.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyPaulina Bren is a writer, historian, and professor. She's the author of the
Breaking Down White Settler Colonialism - with author Hilary Giovale
Amy is joined by author and organizer Hilary Giovale to discuss her book, Becoming A Good Relative, and have a transparent conversation about whiteness, white guilt, and finding the difference between appreciation and appropriation on our journeys toward healing and decolonization.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyHilary Giovale is a mother, writer, and community organizer who
Inside Women's Prisons - with Emily Warneke
Amy is joined by Emily Warneke of the Utah Prison Education Project to discuss how and why women end up behind bars, what life is like for incarcerated women, and what we can all be doing to help put an end to an exploitative and dehumanizing prison system.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyEmily Warneke is a third-year PhD student in Educational Leadership and Policy at the Universi
Confronting Patriarchy in Congress - with former representative Marie Newman
Amy is joined by former congressperson Marie Newman who shares her advocacy against bullying, her first-hand account of the January 6th insurrection, and her insights into how we can save our nation's politics and find our path again.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyMarie Newman is a former congresswoman, nonprofit CEO, marketing executive, author of A Life Made from Scratch and When Your Child I
Re-imagining Healthy Masculinity - with men's educator Dr. Brendan Kwiatkowski-Hartman
Amy is joined by men's educator Dr. Brendan Kwiatkowski-Hartman to discuss loneliness, bullying, and other challenges faced by boys and young men, as well as what is and isn't helpful about toxic masculinity, the man-o-sphere, red pills, plus imagining what positive masculinity might look like.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyDr. Brendan K. Hartman specializes in the social-emotional development
A Well-Trained Wife - with Tia Levings
Amy is joined by author and anti-patriarchy activist Tia Levings to discuss her book A Well-Trained Wife, learning about life in a mega-church and how Christian fundamentalism is infiltrating our politics, plus unpacking the many complications that come from leaving a patriarchal community and faith.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyTia Levings is a writer, creator, and content specialist. Sh
Patriarchy in Our Armed Forces - with a Navy SEAL
Amy is joined by an anonymous guest, a former U.S. Navy SEAL, to discuss his experiences joining, training, and deploying in a specialized military unit, all while exploring patriarchy in our armed forces and questioning the nature of violence.Donate to Breaking Down Patriarchy
Revisiting the Virgin Mary - with mythographer Marina Warner
Amy is joined by Dr. Marina Warner to revisit her book, Alone of All Her Sex, getting expert insight into the history of the Virgin Mary, her evolution and multitude of meanings, unrealistic religious standards, and what it takes for a woman to become a myth.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyMarina Warner is an English historian, mythographer, art critic, novelist and short sto
The Cost of Fear - with author Meg Stone
Amy is joined by author Meg Stone to discuss her book, The Cost of Fear, digging into the difference between safety through compliance and safety through resistance, plus practical self-defense suggestions and what we can do to stop gender-based violence.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyMeg Stone is the Executive Director of IMPACT Boston, an abuse prevention and empowerment s
Escaping Financial Patriarchy - with financial planner Dr. Jay Zigmont
Amy is joined by Dr. Jay Zigmont to discuss his book, The Childfree Guide to Life and Money, and better understand patriarchy's impact on our wallets, how parenthood shapes our finances, and the challenges and advantages of veering off the standard life script by choosing a child-free lifestyle.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyJay Zigmont, PhD, MBA, CFP® is the Founder of Childfree Wealth, a
Normal Women - with historian Philippa Gregory
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 PatriarchyPhilippa Gregory is one of the world’s foremost histor
Unsexy Questions about Asexuality - with artist Julia Alora
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 PatriarchyJulia Alora (she/they) is a Portland-based sculptress creating biologically influenced sculptures out of
Untangling Homophobia from Faith - with advocate Allison Dayton
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 PatriarchyAllison Dayton started the Lift & Love Foundation to support LGBTQ individuals
Parenting with Pride - with author Heather Hester
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 PatriarchyHeather Hester is the founder
Nonbinary Reflections and Transgender Q&A - with Sam Rose
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 PatriarchySam Rose Preminger (they/them) is an editor and producer on Breaking Down Patriarchy. They live
Poetry, Patriarchy, & Pride - with Phillip Brown and Andres Brown
Amy is joined by married partners - poet Phillip Brown and therapist Andres Brown - for an authentic and heartful exploration of queer identity, queer safety, queer relationships and patriarchy through an exchange of poetry and conversation.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyPhillip Watts Brown is a poet and artist after earning a BA in graphic design from Brigham Young University. He earned an MFA
Stop People Pleasing - with coach Sara Fisk
Amy is joined by coach Sara Fisk to unpack people pleasing behaviors, learning how women are rewarded for losing ourselves, rethinking our resources, and making more purposeful choices about when and where we people please.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchySara Bybee Fisk is a master-certified coach and instructor who teaches women how to overcome people-pleasing, perfectionism, and
Late-Blooming Feminism - with writer Celeste Davis
Amy is joined by Breaking Down Patriarchy collaborator Celeste Davis to discuss her late-blooming into feminism, taking up space, re-writing the marital script, and how we can all build better relationships by holding love and accountability in equal measure.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyCeleste Davis is the writer behind the popular Substack ‘Matriarchal Blessing’. She is a cer
Sexual Self-Confidence - with Somatic Educator Pamela Madsen
Amy is joined by Somatic Educator Pamela Madsen to discuss sexual self-confidence, feeling good about vulvas, the healing power of pleasure, and how we can all come back to our bodies through sex and somatic practices.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyPamela Madsen is a veteran advocate, activist, and educator. As the founder of Back to the Body, which is now in its 13th year of ope
Men and the Gender Equality Revolution - with Dr. Michael Kaufman
Amy is joined by author and educator, Dr. Michael Kaufman, to discuss the manosphere, loneliness, hatred, and other risks to today's men and boys, plus practical advice for men who want to help themselves and others by getting involved in the work of gender equity.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyMichael Kaufman, PhD, is a writer of both fiction and non-fiction books. As an advisor, activist
Patriarchy in Gaming - with Game Developer Ashley Ruhl
Amy “levels up” her video game knowledge with Game Developer Ashley Ruhl, who teaches us about feminism in gaming, Gamergate, women wastelanders, 'pink games', and how all of us can help support gender equity and representation in this massively popular pastime. Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyAshley Ruhl is a Narrative Director, Narrative Designer, Cinematic Designer, and Writer exclu
Patriarchy on the Autism Spectrum - with author & illustrator Rebecca Burgess
Amy is joined by author & illustrator Rebecca Burgess to discuss their graphic novel, Speak Up!, and explore the impacts of patriarchy on the neurodivergent community. Rebecca shares their personal stories of growing up with autism, discusses the importance of representation, and shares invaluable advice for parents and peers of autistic children.Donate to Breaking Down Patriarc
The Queens of Hip-Hop - with author Kathy Iandoli
Amy is joined by author Kathy Iandoli to discuss her book, God Save the Queens: The Essential History of Women in Hip-Hop, exploring the incredible history of female pioneers in hip-hop history from old school crews like The Mercedes Ladies to contemporary superstars like Lil' Kim.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyKathy Iandoli is a critically acclaimed journalist, author, podcaster, media coach,
The Basement Talks - with filmmaker Sarah Perkins
Amy is joined by filmmaker Sarah Perkins to discuss her documentary, The Basement Talks, hearing a powerful and pertinent story about women coming together in the wake of violence, recognizing the humanity in our political rivals, and what we talk about when we talk about abortion.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchySarah Perkins is a filmmaker and PhD student at Brandeis University in Massachusetts
Year of Polygamy - with podcaster Lindsay Hansen Park
Amy is joined by Lindsay Hansen Park of Year of Polygamy and The Sunstone History Podcast to shine a light on the painful history of Mormon polygamy, communities who still practice it, and the best ways to uplift and empower plural wives.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyLindsay Hansen Park is a women’s rights activist, a feminist writer, and an advocate against gender violence. She was recen
Unwell Women - with author Dr. Elinor Cleghorn
Amy returns to a book from Season One - Unwell Women - now joined by the author Dr. Elinor Cleghorn! This conversation unpacks the history of women's healthcare, looks at medical myths and women's pain, and explores the patriarchal shadow which still looms over our health outcomes.Listen to the original episode about Unwell Women here.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyDr Elinor Cleghorn has a back
Egalitarian Education - with Ben Blair
Amy is joined by educator Ben Blair of Newlane University to discuss actionable steps towards building a more egalitarian education system, how new technologies can expand learning opportunities across the globe, and why we should question the popularity of time-based assessments, student competition, adversarial teachers and more.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyBen Blair holds a PhD in Philosop
White Feminism - with author Koa Beck
Amy is joined by author Koa Beck to discuss her book, White Feminism: From the Suffragettes to Influencers and Who They Leave Behind. This conversation defines white feminism, explains why it can't overcome patriarchy, and offers practical alternatives for white feminists to change tactics and make more meaningful change.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyKoa Beck is the author of White Feminism: F
Everyday Activism - with influencer Rosie Card
Amy is joined by influencer Rosie Card for a riveting conversation about her career as a businesswoman, Temple clothes and contradictions, and the LDS Church's untapped potential for radical change.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyRosemary Card is an entrepreneur, author and passionate advocate for women’s rights, inclusion and nuanced cultural conversations. She is the founder of Q.Noor an
The Lion's Den - with author Iris Mwanza
Amy is joined by lawyer and author, Iris Mwanza, to discuss her novel - The Lion's Den - plus the status of patriarchy in Zambia, worldwide, and the critical role that books play in shaping public attitudes.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyIris Mwanza is a Zambian-American author and gender equality advocate. Born and raised in Zambia, early exposure to inequality has been a driving force in her
Confronting Hot Topics - with activist Mr. Jones X
Amy is joined by activist, advocate, and influencer Mr. Jones X to strategize around hot topics and confrontations, including DEI, Critical Race Theory, and bringing men into our movement for a more just future. Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyMr. Jones X is a well-known activist, political commentator, and courageous debater. His mastery of intersectionality and the importan
Loving Corrections - with author adrienne maree brown
Amy is joined by adrienne maree brown to discuss her latest book, Loving Corrections, and learn about improving our accountability practices, plus what it takes to live in right relationship with the friends and family with whom we most disagree.Donate to Breaking Down Patriarchyadrienne maree brown (she/they) is growing a garden of healing ideas. Informed by decades of movement facilitation,
Patriarchy in the Beauty Industry - with Dr. Lexie Kite
Amy is joined by Dr. Lexie Kite to revisit her book, More Than A Body: Your Body Is an Instrument, Not an Ornament, exploring the ways women and girls are looked at, predatory practices of the beauty industry, plus how to escape the sea of objectification and come home to your whole self.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyDr. Lexie Kite is co-author of the book More Than a Body: Your Body Is
Feminist Wellness - with Beatriz Albina
Amy is joined by Beatriz Albina, NP, MPH and host of the Feminist Wellness Podcast to discuss the wear and tear of patriarchy on our nervous systems plus practical strategies for overcoming "good-girl training" and restoring our dysregulated bodies.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyBeatriz Victoria Albina (she/her) is a Master Certified Somatic Life Coach, UCSF-trained Family Nurse Practitioner an
Misogyny in the Alt Right - with journalist Elle Reeve
Amy is joined by journalist Elle Reeve to discuss her book, Black Pill: How I Witnessed the Darkest Corners of the Internet Come to Life, Poison Society, and Capture American Politics. This conversation establishes the histories and intersections of incels, the alt right, and white supremacy movements, plus these subcultures' plans to strip away women's rights and what we can actually do about it.
The Housework Gap - with Paige Connell
Amy is joined by advocate and influencer Paige Connell (@sheisapaigeturner) to discuss the slew of household work which women still disproportionally manage for our families, the mental load of motherhood, plus ways we can change the culture and make this invisible labor visible.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyPaige Connell, a working mom of four, shares her insights about motherhood and careers
The Small and the Mighty - with author Sharon McMahon
In our first episode of Season Five, Amy is joined by Sharon McMahon to discuss her book, The Small and the Mighty, honoring the histories of overlooked but world-changing women in America's history and discussing how we can all gain wisdom and take heart from their bold examples.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchySharon McMahon is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, educator, and host of the c
Season Five: Introduction
Welcome to Season Five of Breaking Down Patriarchy. This season we'll be talking with incredible guests who will give you all kinds of ideas of things you can do right now to deconstruct patriarchy in your own life and to make a positive difference in your community. Donate to Breaking Down Patriarchy
Fierce Self-Compassion - with Dr. Kristin Neff
In this updated episode, originally aired in Season Two, Amy is joined by Dr. Kristin Neff to discuss the generative power of anger, the danger of rote gender roles, and the radical power of self-compassion.Kristin Neff (she/her) received her doctorate from the University of California at Berkeley, and is currently an Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at the University o
Ejaculate Responsibly - with Ben Blair
Amy is joined by Ben Blair to discuss Gabrielle Blair's Ejaculate Responsibly: A Whole New Way to Think About Abortion, plus contraception, sex education, and how to get to the roots of unwanted pregnancy.
Parenting Beyond Power - with author Jen Lumanlan
Amy is joined by Jen Lumanlan to discuss her book, Parenting Beyond Power: How to Use Connection and Collaboration to Transform Your Family and the World, exploring the ways power-over parenting teaches patriarchy to the next generation, plus needs-based alternatives and practice scenarios to help listeners put these anti-patriarchal parenting approaches into use.Jen Lumanlan, M.S.,
Birth Smarter - with doula Ashley Brichter
Amy is joined by Ashley Brichter of Birthsmarter to discuss her journey into doula work, the witch hunt against midwifery, and how through education and advocacy we can create better birth stories for ourselves and our children.Ashley Brichter is an educator, birth worker, consultant, and entrepreneur. She is a champion for maternal health and for systemic reforms to improve the lives of families
Patriarchal Aspects of Trauma - with author Dr. MaryCatherine McDonald
Amy is joined by Dr. MaryCatherine McDonald to discuss her book, Unbroken, exploring the ways we talk (or don't talk) about trauma, the wear and tear of patriarchy on our nervous systems, plus exercises for responding to trauma, grounding, and empowering ourselves.MaryCatherine McDonald, PhD, is a research professor and life coach who specializes in the psychology of trauma, stress, and resilience
Divorce in a Patriarchal Culture - with Kristy Carter
Amy is joined by friend Kristy Carter to discuss how the institution of divorce always has and continues to fail women, placing divorcees and their children at risk. Kristy bravely shares her personal story of re-starting life in a society which continues to treat women like children.
We Are the Stars - with author Dr. Sarah Hernandez
Amy is joined by Dr. Sarah Hernandez to discuss her book, We Are the Stars: Colonizing and Decolonizing the Oceti Sakowin Literary Tradition exploring the devastating affects of missionary mistranslations and the ongoing effort to reclaim sacred stories in the Oceti Sakowin tradition.Sarah Hernandez (Sicangu Lakota) is an assistant professor of Native American literature and the director of the In
The Life and Legacy of Zitkala-Ša - with Dr. Julianne Newmark
Amy is joined by Dr. Julianne Newmark to discuss the book Red Bird, Red Power: The Life and Legacyof Zitkala-Ša by Tad Lewandowski and dive deep into the story of author, activist, and artist Zitkala-Ša.Dr. Julianne Newmark is the Director of Technical & Professional Communication and Assistant Chair for Core Writing at the University of New Mexico. As a researcher, she focuses on usabil
I Grew Up on Cheyenne Land
Amy uses Dr. Henrietta Mann's book, Cheyenne Arapaho Education, to explore the history of the Cheyenne (Tsitsistas) people of the Great Plains, investigating historical gender roles, the devastating effects of white supremacy and colonialism, and the shameful history of American Indian Boarding Schools.
The Life and Lessons of Kamala Harris - with author Hitha Palepu
Amy is joined by Hitha Palepu to discuss her book, We're Speaking: The Life Lesson of Kamala Harris, and learn more about Vice President Harris's history, the breadth and depth of her experience, and the mold-breaking significance of her current presidential campaign.Hitha Palepu is a woman of multitudes: a feminist, a lifelong politics enthusiast, a daughter of immigrants, and a mother raising fe
Dismantling Patriarchy to Protect Our Planet - with environmentalist Osprey Orielle Lake
Amy is joined by Osprey Orielle Lake, author of The Story is in Our Bones: How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis, to confront the damage that patriarchy and endless economic growth have caused to our planet, discuss the realities of climate disaster, and talk about the ways we can still save our living world.Osprey Orielle Lake is the founder and executive director of the
50 Years of Mormon Feminism - with Heather Sundahl & Katie Ludlow Rich
Amy is joined by Heather Sundahl & Katie Ludlow Rich of the Exponent II to discuss their book 50 Years of Exponent II, explore the history of this essential publication, and celebrate the history and future of Mormon feminism.Heather Sundahl believes in the power of stories. In the pursuit of this, she has volunteered with Exponent II for twenty-eight years. As a writer and editor, Heather wor
The Vagina Monologues - with author V
Amy is joined by V, author of The Vagina Monologues, to discuss her revolutionary writing, the power of apologies, and the urgent need for all of us to take action against late-stage psychotic patriarchy.V (formerly Eve Ensler) is the Tony award-winning playwright, activist, performer, and author of the Obie award-winning theatrical phenomenon The Vagina Monologues, which has been published in ove
How to be an Anti-Patriarchist - with guest Levi Murray
Amy is joined by Levi Murray to explore the damage which patriarchy causes to men, how systems of oppression cultivate emotional immaturity and psychopathy, and discuss the ways we can heal the harms of patriarchy and become more fully ourselves.Levi Murray is a native of New Mexico and has been living in Colorado for almost 20 years. Murray works as the community health dentist, practicing in Sou
The Power of Art & Apology - with artist J. Kirk Richards
Amy is joined by artist J. Kirk Richards to discuss challenging themes in his artwork, responses from the LDS Church and community, and how an artistic vision can push our culture to become more equitable, inclusive, and loving.J. Kirk Richards is a contemporary artist whose work engages with themes of antiquity, religion, spirituality, equality, and love. His work asks questions about the modern
The Girl Child and Her Long Walk to Freedom - with Emily Nielsen Jones & Kazi Mghendi
Amy is joined by Emily Nielsen Jones & Kazi Mghendi to discuss their project -- The Girl Child and Her Long Walk to Freedom -- a faith-based organization seeking to spread awareness, share resources, and organize women and allies to push back against global patriarchy.Emily Nielsen Jones is a donor-activist engaged in promoting human equality, justice, and peace around the world. She is partic
Women in Comedy - with comedian Natalie Madsen
Amy is joined by comedian Natalie Madsen to discuss her career as a woman in comedy, following her from her first stand-up set to the release of her new movie, Go West, exploring gender dynamics and the changing political landscape along the way.Natalie Madsen is an actor, writer, producer, and director. She is best known for her eight years on the sketch comedy show Studio C, where she was an ori
Reclaiming Eve: Female Archetypes in the Bible - with author Monette Chilson
Amy is joined by author Monette Chilson to discuss the biblical figures of Sophia, Lilith, and Eve, unpacking these figures as female archetypes and learning how we can reclaim them.Monette Chilson founded WomanSpirit Reclamation to support women in navigating their awakening from patriarchal indoctrination through online courses and community. She's written and spoken about the divine feminine fo
Egalitarianism in Children's Lit - with librarian Casey O'Leary
Amy is joined by school librarian, Casey O'Leary, to confront the alarming increase of book bans and challenges in recent years, exploring where these challenges are coming from, why parents are concerned, and how librarians and authors are pushing back again censorship. Casey O'Leary is a K-12 school media specialist in Indianapolis, Indiana. She has a bachelor of science in elementary education
It's My Pleasure - with sex coach Danielle Savory
Amy is joined by sex coach and podcaster Danielle Savory to explore our potential for pleasure, practices for overcoming guilt, and how women can rewire our beliefs and become more present in our magical bodies.Danielle Savory is a master-certified coach, podcast host, and expert in the fields of neuropsychology, mindfulness, sexual pleasure, and intimacy. As the host of the popular podcast, It's
In Pursuit of Knowledge - with author Dr. Kabria Baumgartner
Amy is joined by Dr. Kabria Baumgartner to discuss her book, In Pursuit of Knowledge: Black Women and Educational Activism in Antebellum America, and explore the triumphs and struggles of young Black women seeking an education in pre-Civil War America.Dr. Kabria Baumgartner is a historian of the 19th-century United States, specializing in the history of education, African American women's and gend
Breaking Taboos in Tunisia and Beyond - with Myriam Ben Farhat
Amy is joined by Myriam Ben Farhat to discuss her experience of patriarchy and gender roles in Tunisia, Spain, and the United States across her careers in law, art, and beyond.Myriam Ben Farhat is an entrepreneur, originally from Tunisia. She has two master's degrees, one in financial and public law, and one in contemporary art. She also studied professional coaching and got her certification from
The Safe Child Project - with Alex Peterson & Bronwen Pugh
Amy is joined by sisters Alex Peterson and Bronwen Pugh who share the alarming data surrounding child sexual abuse before telling their own staggering story of survival and offering hope in the form of The Safe Child Project, a new initiative helping to spread awareness and to keep children safe.Alex Peterson serves on the board of Prevent Child Abuse Utah and is the Director of Strategic Developm
Women & Girls in Utah - with Dr. Susan Madsen
Amy is joined by Dr. Susan Madsen to discuss the current gender inequality experienced by girls and women in Utah, what we can do to create change, and why we need A Bolder Way Forward.Dr. Susan R. Madsen is the Karen Haight Huntsman endowed professor of leadership in the John M. Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University. She's also the founding director of the Utah Women in Leadership
Move by Move - with Grandmaster Maurice Ashley
Amy is joined by FIDE Grandmaster, Maurice Ashley, to discuss his incredible journey from not making his high school chess team to becoming the world's first Black Grandmaster, plus how patriarchy manifests in the world of competitive chess, and valuable life-lessons we can all take from this remarkable game.Maurice Ashley is an American chess player, author, and commentator. In 1999, he earned th
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