Womankind’s guest in Episode Fifteen, Jessica Decker, gets real about motherhood and what it really mean to be a “stay-at-home mom”. We discuss social media, society’s misconceptions, and changing relationship dynamics—all in relation to motherhood. We also play a game in which Jessica responds to comments that people make to new moms!
Dignity Matters | Women 14.0
Episode Fourteen of Womankind welcomes Kate Sanetra-Butler and Kim Spelman of Dignity Matters, a Massachusetts-based non-profit organization that collects feminine sanitary products and undergarments for women who are homeless and in need. Listen to discover ways that you can contribute to Dignity Matters’ mission in your own community!
Kara Lydon | Woman 13.0
Episode Thirteen of Womankind celebrates food and our bodies by interviewing Kara Lydon, registered dietitian nutritionist, blogger at The Foodie Dietitian, and author of e-book Nourish Your Namaste. As a certified intuitive eating counselor, Kara shares the drawbacks of a restrictive diet versus the benefits of intuitive eating. We also get to hear the role nutrition played in Kara’s personal and professional journeys.
Alyssa Palombo | Woman 12.0
Listen to Episode Twelve of Womankind as author Alyssa Palombo and I geek-out over literature! Author of two historical fiction novels, Alyssa discusses her writing process, the importance of reading about resilient women, and the problematic phrase “strong female character”. We also get into Alyssa’s personal beliefs about womanhood and the ideal of all women supporting women.
Kate Connelly | Woman 11.0
Womankind Episode Eleven’s guest, Kate Connelly, reveals what it’s like to work in the food service industry. From her experiences being on the other side of the bar, Kate offers thoughtful commentary on the unique culture that exists in restaurants. We discuss the prevalence of sexual harassment in this profession and ponder some solutions. We also attempt to answer some burning questions such as: Who invented pants?
Revolution | Women 10.0
Womankind is in the double digits! Episode Ten features Womankind’s first panel interview with the owners of Revolution Indoor Cycling in Buffalo, NY. Colleen Kirk, Rachel McCrone, and Amanda Meyers offer advice to potential entrepreneurs and give some insight into what it’s like to run and own your own business. Listen in to learn more about the personal story of each of these amazing women and receive a special offer!
Ashley Way | Woman 0.9
On this week’s episode of Womankind, Ashley Way, volunteer coordinator for Jericho Road Community Health Center’s The Priscilla Project, joins us to discuss how this program serves underserved pregnant women in the Buffalo, NY community. Ashley, head “matchmaker” for Priscilla, digs into the process for mentors and mentees and gives information about the refugee and immigrant populations in Buffalo. In the spirit of Ashley’s belief that the key to success is support, Stories of Subversion honors all of the mothers during the week of Mother’s Day.
Theresa Morlock | Woman 0.8
This week on Womankind, the lovely Theresa Morlock of Rosen Publishing delves into issues of gender and heteronormativity. From her personal experiences, Theresa gives listeners insight and good questions to ask themselves about sexuality. While musing on the cloud of guilt that many women experience when entering motherhood and exiting the working world, Theresa also reminds listeners that women are humans first and women second. Episode Eight is topped off by Stories of Subversion featuring under-recognized art patron Mabel Dodge Luhan and a discussion of The Handmaid’s Tale (no spoilers!).
Brianna Gibney | Woman 0.7
After a brief hiatus, Womankind returns with its youngest guest so far—twenty-one year old pre-med student, Brianna Gibney. Bri shares her experiences as a child adopted from China and discusses how traveling can increase empathy. Additionally, she discusses the “art” of being a woman and takes a different stance from past guests by considering the “privilege” of getting to be and do all things. This episode also includes some updates on past Stories of Subversion and features the story of marathon runner Kathrine Switzer.
Claudia Ramírez Aguilar | Woman 0.6
Womankind’s first distance interview features Claudia Ramírez Aguilar, a relationship manager at HSBC who has moved to New York City from a small town outside of Mexico City. Claudia talks about the moment she realized that women are viewed differently from men and unpacks some of the obstacles women face in the corporate world. She also compares the roles of women in Mexico to the roles of women in the United States and defines the concept of “machismo”. Stories of Subversion presents fifteenth century badass Juana Inéz de la Cruz and modern day badass Maxine Waters.