The world of jazz is dominated by men. However, Denver-based musician Annie Booth is making a name for herself as a pianist and composer. Annie discusses her musical background and the importance of getting girls interested in music at an early age and keeping that passion burning.
Sue Cervi of Buffalo City Mission | Woman 32.0
Sue Cervi of the Buffalo City Mission sits down with Womankind to discuss the mission’s offerings, the process of becoming a volunteer, and Sue’s journey to the position of manager of volunteers and outreach. Sue provides insight into how she balances a job that requires so much of herself with her personal life.
Kristy Michelle of Qween City | Woman 31.0
This Buffalo-centric episode of Womankind focuses on Kristy Michelle, founder of the webzine Qween City! Kristy and I have a fun chat about the many offerings of Qween City, Kristy’s personal journey that led her back home, and the “badass bitches” that inspire us daily in this city.
Esther Kim | Woman 30.0
As a Korean American woman who has called several countries “home”, Esther Kim has often felt “rootless” and as if she has not been able to find a country to claim as her own. In this episode of Womankind, Esther speaks of her intersecting knowledge and experiences of the Eastern and Western worlds, and of her work as an aspiring YA writer, a teacher, and the lead singer of Tokyo and the Boy.
Karen Magill | Woman 29.0
When Karen Magill was thirty-five years old, she woke up to find an entire side of her body paralyzed. Shortly after, she was diagnosed with MS and found herself in financial crisis. Nearly twenty years later, Karen has redefined her life and joins Womankind as a published author, motivational speaker, and debt reduction coach.
Senator Karin Housley | Woman 28.0
This special mini-episode features Senator Karin Housley! Minnesota State Senator Housley has been many things throughout her life: a mother, an author, a broadcaster, a real estate business owner, and, now, a senator. During this episode, she gives Womankind listeners advice for juggling career and family life as well as advice for how to enter politics.
Emily Berens | Woman 27.0
The American Flag. Girl Scouting. Bruce Springsteen. These are some of the topics of discussion with Womankind’s latest guest, TV producer and Girl Scout leader, Emily Berens.
Her Sanctuary with Susan and Ciara Morreale | Women 26.0
Mother-daughter team Susan and Ciara Morreale are the owners of Her Story and Her Sanctuary, two Buffalo-based businesses that feature all female-produced products. In this episode, these two entrepreneurs discuss the dynamics of running a business together and the importance of self-care. Breast cancer is an issue that is close to these women’s hearts, and they are on a mission to change the conversation to reflect the true struggles of people with this deadly disease.
Aesha Ash | Woman 25.0
Rochester native and professional ballerina Aesha Ash is Womankind’s 25th guest! Aesha, creator of The Swan Dreams Project, is using her platform as a former ballerina to challenge stereotypes about black women and reach out to young girls to inspire them to dream big and see themselves as multi-faceted.
Maura Kutnyak | Woman 24.0
Maura Kutnyak, self-proclaimed “intellectual wanderer”, and host Kelsey Novits have a quality conversation about Maura’s journey into the field of public administration, her dabbling with forms of dance and performance (especially aerial dance arts), and the evolution of the podcast she hosts with her brother (Radio Ellipsis). Determined to “have it all”, Maura also discusses the unfair choices women are forced to make when balancing family and career.