Episodes

  • Benazir Bhutto Part 2
    Aug 21 2022

    Part 2 of our Benazir Bhutto series! Join me on today's episode as we discuss Benazir Bhutto's terms in office as Prime Minister of Pakistan. 

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    15 mins
  • Benazir Bhutto Part 1
    Jul 15 2022

    Join me on today's episode as we discuss the early life and political beginnings of former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto. Tune in to part 2 to discover more about her time in office!

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    10 mins
  • "This woman's place is in the House––the House of Representatives": Bella Abzug
    Jul 11 2022

    Welcome back to The Femme State! In today's episode, we do a deep dive into the career and life of Bella Abzug. The author of the famous quote in the title, Bella Abzug faced numerous challenges to both a legal and political career. Living in an era where some law schools refused her admission because of her gender, she found a home at Columbia University where she could earn her J.D. and advocate for women's rights on NYC's subways. Later on, she would work on monumental legislation (Title IX!) as a member of the House of Representatives. Listen to today's episode for more!

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    12 mins
  • Frances Perkins
    Jul 3 2022

    On today's episode, we'll be diving into the story of Frances Perkins. As the first woman to hold a cabinet position, the legacy she left behind in both the American presidency and the labor movement thrives to this day. 

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    16 mins
  • Patsy Mink
    Jun 1 2022

    Patsy Mink, the first Asian-American woman and woman of color to be elected to Congress, left a legacy of progress toward gender and racial equality. Join me as we discuss her life and accomplishments in the House!

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    15 mins
  • Belva Ann Lockwood
    May 31 2022

    Belva Ann Lockwood was the first woman to practice before the Supreme Court. Her two Presidential campaigns helped advance the cause of women's suffrage. Join me as we discuss her legal and political career!

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    10 mins
  • Hattie Wyatt Caraway
    May 28 2022

    The first woman elected to the U.S. Senate, Hattie Wyatt Caraway paved the way for future female Congresswomen. Nicknamed "Silent Hattie," she was a reserved politician but her career did the talking. Join me as we discuss her life and time in the Senate!

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    15 mins
  • Welcome to The Femme State Podcast!
    Apr 17 2022

    Welcome to the first episode of The Femme State Podcast! On this series, we will be sharing the often untold stories of women in politics who have helped shape our world today. This first episode, I tell a little about myself and my inspiration and vision for this podcast. 

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    2 mins