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en(gender)ed features stories that explore the systems, practices, and policies that enable gender-based violence and oppression and the solutions to end it. We teach feminism and decolonize hearts and minds, one story at a time.
Thu, November 04, 2021
Pam Munter on "Fading Fame: Women of a Certain Age in Hollywood" and sexism and misogyny on the screen
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, guest host Pamela Shelden interviews Pam Munter, author of Fading Fame: Women of a Certain Age in Hollywood . Their conversation explores Pam’s book and its themes of the systemic misogyny that has dominated Hollywood throughout its history. They also address how women on the screen, victimized in a variety of ways, from predatory men on casting couches, to the process of aging itself, continue to be victimized today and how we as viewers can recognize those patterns and stop the cycle. Pamela Shelden , a member of the Engendered Collective, holds a Ph.D. in English/American literature. She has taught both at the university level (including Brooklyn College, City University of New York) and the high school level (including Stuyvesant High School). Today, she continues teaching through her business, College Counseling and Tutoring Services (CATS), while also mentoring young people to advocate for issues, particularly those affecting the lives of women and children. Dr. Shelden also serves on the Board of the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) , Peninsula Section, where she coordinates several advocacy programs, including a popular advocacy-focused film series. During our conversation, both Pams referenced the following resources: "Institutional discrimination" or sexism in media Fading Fame women including Mary Pickford, Doris Day, and many more --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. <span style="f
Thu, October 28, 2021
Lizzy Hershberger and Molly Maeve Eagan on "Behind Blue Curtains: A True Crime Memoir of an Amish Woman's Survival, Escape, and Pursuit of Justice"
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, guest host Kerri Holt speaks with Lizzy Hershberger and Molly Maeve Eagan to discuss their book Behind Blue Curtains, A True Crime Memoir of an Amish Woman’s Survival, Escape and Pursuit of Justice . Their conversation will explore Lizzy’s struggle to survive the abuse, support herself, marry and raise her own family, and seek justice. Themes covered also include the role of religion and community in the survivor’s life, its role in shaping gender norms and expectations, with particular emphasis on enabling, excusing, or permitting men’s violence over women and the survivors’ healing from trauma. Kerri Holt , a member of the Engendered Collective, is a Domestic Violence Victim Advocate for a community-based non-profit (and a Credentialed Advocate through NOVA (National Organization for Victim Assistance).) Kerri answers calls on a 24/7 hotline with survivors and police with the goal of survivors attaining safety from a current or former partner. She also provides survivor-centered advocacy in a non-crisis capacity through community prevention and education programming. During our conversation, Kerri, Lizzy and Molly referenced the following resources: The grooming process WIsconsin v. Yoder Supreme Court case The work of Dr. Zuleka Henderson on trauma and healing --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on <span s
Thu, October 21, 2021
Rafia Zakaria on her book "Against White Feminism"
On this episode of en(gender)ed, guest host Roman James interviews feminist lawyer, human rights activist, political philosopher, columnist and author, Rafia Zakaria about her newly released book, Against White Feminism, Notes on Disruption . Roman speaks with Rafia about the historic domination of the feminist lexicon by upper middle-class white women, the de-centering of Black and Brown voices, and the role that patriarchy plays in perpetuating white supremacist, capitalist, imperialist feminism which often subjugates the very populations it asserts to be empowering. Roman James is mama to the most wonderful, generous, and intelligent light being she ever met. Additionally, she serves as an activist and resistor of the violence imposed on women and children in the archaic American family court system having been radicalized by the institutional betrayal of the legal system. Her purpose is to thrive in her self-possession, rise above the systemic failures and leave everyone she comes in contact with better off for having met her. During our conversation, Roman and Rafia referenced the following resources: Rafia’s journey to becoming a feminist. Rafia’s perspective on women being tasked to be disrupters. 1893 World’s Fair’s showcase of the “White City” and the exclusion of Black people and communities The controversy behind ESPN reporter Maria Taylor and Rachel Nicols The double standard and racism behind “culturally-coded crimes” --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist <a href="https://www.engenderedcollective.org" target="_blan
Thu, October 14, 2021
Karen Williams on helping doctors better understand violence against women
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Dr. Karen WIlliams, a psychiatrist based in Australia, with an interest In PTSD and cPTSD , social justice and public health. Karen is the Founder of Doctors Against Violence Towards Women , a group of 700 plus doctors from across Australia and New Zealand committed to combating domestic abuse against women, in all of its forms. We speak with Karen today about her work, her organization’s mission, and its advocacy to reform the health care system including lobbying the government to provide better, evidence-based support for the domestic violence sector and coordinating with other advocacy groups in the child welfare, education, and/or legal sectors. During our conversation, Karen and I referenced the following resources: How Karen came to found Doctors Against Violence Towards Women The gendered difference in how society and the medical industry treats men with trauma versus women with trauma The pathologization of women’s trauma The Dirty John Netflix series The abuser disinformation tactic of “PAS” or responding to victims’ claims of abuse by counterclaiming “Parental Alienation” The lack of regulation of forensic evaluators not just in Australia, but all over the English-speaking world (Listen to our interview with Nancy Erickson for more on this crisis) --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community <span style="font-we
Thu, October 07, 2021
Roz Davidson on her work to help mothers and children experiencing coercive control
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Roz Davidson, Director of The Positive Parenting Company Ltd and a National Consultant and Trainer in the UK implementing " CODA " a 12-week therapeutic program for women and children recovering from domestic abuse which focuses on providing skills to the Mother to support the child, and addresses self-blame, attachment, what abuse is, and emotional regulation across themed sessions. We speak with Roz today about coercive control, its signs, impact, and what she and other advocates in Britain are doing to ensure that domestic abuse is taken seriously and perpetrators are held to account. Roz is currently enrolled in a program to receive her Masters in Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence at Goldsmiths University. During our conversation, Roz and I referenced the following resources: Roz Davidson’s interview Episode 133: Domestic Violence Awareness Month Community Conversation on Domestic Abuse and Child Abuse How Roz uses “CODA” to help children exposed to domestic abuse by addressing their behavior instead of the cause. Britain’s “Domestic Abuse Bill” Safety planning Objectives of the CODA program The “ Timekeeper ” PSA and training tool on coercive control of children Roz served as an advisor on The “Freedome” Program, “Caring Dads” Programs Domestic abuse is and as coercive control and intimate partner terrorism Timekeeper’s “Grounding ” techniques and trauma-informed content --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! <span style
Trailer · Thu, September 30, 2021
Trailer: International Coercive Control Conference and Call for Volunteers
Greetings Podcast listeners…I’m your host, Teri Yuan. You’ve probably been wondering why the podcast has been on pause for the past several months. Well, rather unexpectedly, I had to deal with some personal stuff and more importantly, members of the Engendered Collective rallied to organize and plan the first International Coercive Control Conference . We will be launching tomorrow this all virtual two-day event that will feature luminaries from around the world, from a variety of sectors ranging from health and medicine, academia, law, advocacy, and government, to name a few. This conference was entirely conceived and executed by our tireless members and our awesome intern, Abbie. There is still time to sign up. If you can’t make all the sessions, register anyway and access the recordings later. We will also be publishing the sessions as future podcast episodes. Use the code “PODCAST2021” when you check out to get a 40% discount. In the meantime, we are working with a great intern, Linda, to help us launch our podcast episodes. If there are any listeners out there who want to volunteer to edit the podcast and help us keep to a regular publishing schedule, please reach out to me at engenderedpodcast@gmail.com . Stay tuned for a whole bunch of new episodes and guest hosts interviews coming out soon. In the meantime, see you at the conference!
Thu, May 20, 2021
Wendy Murphy on achieving gender equality under the law
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Wendy Murphy , a former child abuse and sex crimes prosecutor who teaches at New England Law School in Boston and heads the Women’s and Children’s Advocacy Project under the Center for Law and Social Responsibility. Wendy specializes in the representation of crime victims, especially women and children. She also writes and lectures widely on victims' rights and criminal justice policy, and published an expose of the American legal system, And Justice For Some , in 2007. We speak with Wendy today about the ERA, its implication for women, especially with respect to Title IX, and the need for a feminist revolution in public policy, law, and in our collective consciousness. During our conversation, Wendy and I referenced the following resources: Big Love's misuse of "consent" as an analytical framework for polygamy The difference between the use of "consent" versus "autonomy" in crimes involving sex-based violence The discrepancy between how the law treats sex-based harm and other forms of harm, and how "consent" is used as a criteria, versus civil rights criteria of "unwelcome" Data manipulation of gender-based violence Dawn Wilcox's work in creating a femicide database How proponents of "Restorative Justice" and decriminalization of prostitution use "consent" as a justification for coercion and exploitation The impact of "de-sexing" of language An analysis of the policy impact of conflating "sex" and "gender identity" The inability of women to talk about "sex" as a political class TItle IX and Title VI and the Equality Act's implications for members of the transgender community and for cis women The Biden Administration's tacit and explicit opposition to the ERA Wendy's support for a new "Women's Party" or union --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium <span style= "font-weight: 4
Thu, May 13, 2021
Christine Cocchiola on the impact of coercive control and parenting child victims
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Christine Cocchiola , a licensed Clinical Social Worker and a tenured professor at a Connecticut community college, teaching in the Pre-Social Work Program for over 18 years. Christine began her career in social work as Certified Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Counselor for Safe Haven of Greater Waterbury at the age of 19 where she remains a volunteer today. She is currently a doctorate candidate in Clinical Social Work at NYU studying coercive control. We speak with Christine today about her research on coercive control, the impact that this abuse has on adult and child victims, and the advocacy and systems reform that she supports in order to generate greater accountability for abuse. During our conversation, Christine and I referenced the following resources: Why Christine prefers the term "domestic abuse" instead of "domestic violence" in order to reduce reliance on the violent-incident model The difference between "coercive control" and "situational violence" The importance of calling "MRA" members, "male supremacists"--the sex/gender equivalent of "white supremacists" and not create a false equivalence between a systemically oppressed and unequal group and one with structural privilege Susan Weitzman's book, Not to People Like Us: Hidden Abuse in Upscale Marriages An example of terroristic misogyny where gunman kills ex-girlfriend for allegedly not getting an invite to birthday party and why gun violence reform needs to address the root cause of sexism and misogyny Christine's testimony in support of "Jennifer's Law" for the Connecticut State Legislature --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist <a href="https://www.engenderedcollective.org" target="_blank" rel= "no
Thu, May 06, 2021
Elle Kamihira on her documentary "Jennifer 42" and "Jennifer's Law"
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Elle Kamihira , a multi-disciplinary director whose work has focused on using storytelling as a tool to spark conversation about women’s lives and gender inequality. We speak with Elle today about one of her current projects, Jennifer 42 , an animated documentary that takes a close look at the role of coercive control in the true story of the murder of Jennifer Magnano and Elle’s advocacy work supporting “ Jennifer’s Law ,” a related proposed legislation under consideration by the Connecticut legislature. During our conversation, Elle and I referenced the following resources: How coercive control impacts victims and children How society blames women for everything , as depicted in a recent episode of A Million Little Things The public hearing for "Jennifer's Law" in March 2021 which includes testimony for over 11 hours from survivors and advocates in support of coercive control legislation How members of the "Domestic Violence Industrial Complex" are opposing the Jennifer's Law legislation that would update definitions of domestic violence to be holistic and increase accountability for abuse The distinctions between the new legislation the DV agencies in Connecticut are proposing and Jennifer's Law How some advocates who refer to themselves as victims advocates are actually "abuser apologists" or "abuser sympathizers" --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors
Thu, April 29, 2021
Rachel Landis of Generation Ratify on the Equal Rights Amendment
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Rachel Landis, a National Policy Director at Generation Ratify , the young people’s feminist movement. The organization is a youth-led movement to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment and advance gender equality in the United States of America. We speak with Rachel today about her work, the Equal Rights Amendment, and how we can and must build a coalition of young people across the country to lead an intersectional feminist revolution. During our conversation, Rachel and I referenced the following resources: How the ERA benefits not just women but all people The documentary on the ERA called Equal Means Equal How the healthcare industry is sexist and needs the ERA to enforce policy and practice that treats women fairly The sexist and racist history of gynecology and obstetrics Our letter to the Attorney General about the ERA The connection between sexism, misogyny, masculinity and other fights against oppression--ecofeminism, anti-racism, gender equality How gender oppression, sexual assault/rape impact women's educational outcomes --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your <a href=
Thu, April 22, 2021
en(gender)ed Reflections on "Mirrors and Windows" Part 2
In this "Reflections" episode Part 2, Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes in the "Mirrors and Windows" theme: Episode 141: Sonya Renee Taylor on “The Body Is Not an Apology: The Power of Radical Self-Love,” Episode 142: #SurvivorStories Series with Karen Gosbee on her memoir, “A Perfect Nightmare: My Glittering Marriage and How It Almost Cost Me My Life,” and Episode 144: Hillary Levey Friedman on her book, “Here She Is: The Complicated Reign of The Beauty Pageant in America.” During our conversation, Michael and I touched upon the following resources in our conversation: Steven Hassan's book, The Cult of Trump: A Leading Cult Expert Explains How the President Uses Mind Control The documentary, Seduced: Inside the NXIVM Cult Doormen fired for not helping Asian woman John Oliver's episode on beauty pageant claims --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on <a href="https://twitter.com/engenderedpod" target= "_bl
Thu, April 15, 2021
Hilary Levey Friedman on her book, "Here She Is: The Complicated Reign of The Beauty Pageant in America"
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Hilary Levey Friedman, a Brown University Sociology professor, a leading researcher on pageantry, and President of the Rhode Island Chapter of the National Organization for Women. We speak with Hilary today about her book, Here She Is: The Complicated Reign of The Beauty Pageant in America which is inspired by her childhood growing up the daughter of Miss America 1970, her interests in examining the culture of beauty, and her role as a former mentor to Miss America 2018, Cara Mund. Our conversation explores themes of pageantry and its historical role in shaping definitions of femininity, beauty, and its connection and/or opposition to feminist liberation. During our conversation, Hilary and I referenced the following resources: The history of pageants and its evolution How pageants shaped conventional standards of beauty Hilary's comparison of parents of child beauty pageant contestants with parents of Kumon kids --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and <span
Thu, April 08, 2021
en(gender)ed Reflections on "Mirrors and Windows" Part 1
In this "Reflections" episode Part 1, Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes in the "Mirrors and Windows" theme: Episode 138: Caitlin Garvey on navigating grief through “The Mourning Report,” Episode 139: Kenya Hunt on her book, “Girl Gurl Grrrl: On Womanhood and Belonging in the Age of Black Girl Magic,” and Episode 140: Shu Matsuo Post on his memoir, “I Took Her Name: Lessons From My Journey Into Vulnerability, Authenticity, and Feminism.” During our conversation, Michael and I touched upon the following resources in our conversation: The current status of the Equal Rights Amendment The Storycorps podcast The spread of media supporting the "male supremacist" movement, also known as the "MRA" or "Men's Rights Activists" The Meghan and Harry Interview with Oprah --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , <a href= "https://www.instagram.
Thu, April 01, 2021
Karen Gosbee on her memoir, "A Perfect Nightmare: My Glittering Marriage and How It Almost Cost Me My Life"
On this #SurvivorStories series episode, our guest is Karen Gosbee, domestic abuse, coercive control survivor, advocate for policy and system reform, and author of her memoir, A Perfect Nightmare: My Glittering Marriage and How It Almost Cost Me My Life . The book chronicles Karen’s journey to consciousness about her abuse, the roles her family and friends played in her life, and the ways in which society and culture shaped her views and definitions of herself, her worth, and relationships. Throughout our conversation, we ask Karen to share #abusertactics, #signsofabuse, and #upstandertips. During our conversation, Karen and I referenced the following resources and topics: How masculinity impacts college cultures and male-dominated sectors like finance and brokerages Jess Hill's book, See What You Made Me Do: The Dangers of Domestic Abuse That We Ignore, Explain Away, or Refuse to See Karen's suggestions on how gaps in law enforcement response to domestic abuse can be reformed and other policy reform ideas --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram <span
Thu, March 25, 2021
Sonya Renee Taylor on "The Body Is Not an Apology: The Power of Radical Self-Love"
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Sonya Renee Taylor, activist, poet, and author of the NYT bestselling book, The Body is Not an Apology: The Power of Radical Self-Love . We speak with Sonya today about her book, her philosophy of radical self-love, and she shares specific tools, actions, and resources for confronting some of our most challenging systems of oppression. During our conversation, Sonya and I referenced the following resources: Sonya's Your Body Is Not an Apology Workbook: Tools for Living Radical How we use this concept of "radical self-love" to transform how we feel in our own bodies, how we feel about ourselves, based on the messages we receive from the world bell hooks' work on self-love such as Communion: The Female Search for Love --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and <a href
Thu, March 18, 2021
Shu Matsuo Post on his memoir, "I Took Her Name: Lessons From My Journey Into Vulnerability, Authenticity, and Feminism"
On this episode of en(gender)ed our guest is Shu Matsuo Post, feminist advocate and author of his memoir, “ I Took Her Name: Lessons From My Journey Into Vulnerability, Authenticity, and Feminism ,” which chronicles his journey as a Japanese man who took white American wife’s surname when they got married. Our conversation explores how this experience informed Shu’s journey to becomes a feminist, the perspective his dual identity played in both revealing and shaping his views on gender and women in society, and how and why others, especially men, can benefit from and embrace feminism as a path towards authentic liberation from gender norms and gender equality. During our conversation, Shu and I referenced the following resources: His journey from not understanding "feminism" to embracing his new identity as a "feminist" The "Baader-Meinhof" phenomenon Shiori Ito's rape case and how it contributed to ushering a #MeToo moment in Japan How patriarchy is built into the Japanese language --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and <
Thu, March 11, 2021
Kenya Hunt on her book, "Girl Gurl Grrrl: On Womanhood and Belonging in the Age of Black Girl Magic"
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Kenya Hunt, award-winning writer, and author of her new book, an essay collection, entitled Girl, Gurl, Grrrl: On Womanhood and Belonging in the Age of Black Girl Magic . Our conversation explores the lives of Black women and cultural differences within the Black community, the trials and tribulations of being a mother, especially a mother to Black children, and the meaning of #BlackGirlMagic and what it really stands for. In short, we examine themes of belonging, connection, resilience, and identity. During our conversation, Kenya and I referenced the following resources: Joan Morgan's book, When Chickenheads Come Home to Roost: A Hip-Hop Feminist Breaks It Down CaShawn Thompson's coining of the term, " Black Girl Magic " The importance of " mirrors and windows " and diversity and inclusion in children's texts --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and <a href= "http
Thu, March 04, 2021
Episode 138: Caitlin Garvey on navigating grief through "The Mourning Report"
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Caitlin Garvey, author of The Mourning Report , a memoir of her “grief journey” interviewing six people involved in her mother’s dying process. Following her mother’s death from breast cancer at the age twenty, Caitlin suffered major depression and anxiety. Through these conversations, Caitlin learns about memory, reflections, and the ways in which our experiences are interpreted and filtered through others' eyes. We also explore the themes of freedom, agency, and authenticity. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!
Trailer · Thu, March 04, 2021
Episode 137: Welcome Back Trailer to 2021
We are back from our hiatus and hope your year is off to a good start. During our break, we’ve been thinking, resting, recuperating, and taking a much needed time off from the non-stop chaos of the past four and a half years. To kick off our podcast in 2021, we are excited to bring you a series of episodes focused on the theme “mirrors and windows.” Throughout the year, we will be exploring timely topics around the intersection of sex, gender, race, and its cultural, social, and political implications. If you’d like an opportunity to engage in deeper conversations and strengthen your feminist practice, please join us in the Engendered Collective , our community of survivors, advocates and pro-feminist allies. If you would like to volunteer to help us manage our social media engagement, our podcast, and/or our advocacy work, please reach out and email us at engenderedpodcast@gmail.com . As always, we appreciate listener feedback and welcome your suggestions for ideas, guests, and events or celebrations for us to share. With that, let’s get to the first episode in our series. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/engenderedpodcast/" target="_blan
Thu, December 31, 2020
en(gender)ed Reflections on Domestic Violence Awareness Month Community Conversations
In this "Reflections" episode Part 2, Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on our series of community conversations for Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Episode 130: Domestic Violence Awareness Month Community Conversation on Systems Change , Episode 131: Domestic Violence Awareness Month Community Conversation on Police Violence , Episode 132: Domestic Violence Awareness Month Community Conversation on Domestic Abuse and Communities of Color , Episode 133: Domestic Violence Awareness Month Community Conversation on Domestic Abuse and Child Abuse , and Episode 134: Domestic Violence Awareness Month Community Conversation on Domestic Abuse and the Church . During our conversation, Michael and I touched upon the following resources in our conversation: Primary, Secondary, Tertiary prevention--holistic Our interview with Angie Rivers about police violence Jess Hill’s coverage of “women’s police stations” and gender parity in policing as a possible response to sexism in police culture “ Defund the Police ” or “Justice Reinvestment” as it’s called in Australia The use of “restorative justice” approaches to address accountability in domestic violence cases Teri’s post on the cultural history of “PAS” or “Parental Alienation Syndrome” as an abuser disinformat
Trailer · Thu, December 24, 2020
en(gender)ed end of year 2020 Trailer
Greetings listeners….As 2020 comes to a close, we wanted to thank you for your ongoing support for our podcast, en(gender)ed. Producing, recording, and sharing our interviews and survivor stories with you has been an important part of my personal journey and growth. Your emails and messages have offered thoughtful inspiration for guests, themes, and ways to expand our conversation beyond this medium. Earlier this year, we launched the platform for the Engendered Collective , a community for survivors, advocates, and pro-feminist allies. Through our private platform, our weekly podcast, our Medium Engendered publication, and a variety of other virtual events, our members engage in knowledge-sharing and knowledge-building, collective care and healing, and advocacy to increase accountability of behaviors and actions rooted in sexist exploitation, violence, and oppression. If you think you might want to join our community, fill out our membership form . Don’t forget to follow the en(gender)ed podcast and the Engendered Collective on social media. As always, we would love to hear listener feedback or suggestions. You can write to us at engenderedpodcast@gmail.com , share an audio recording through speak pipe on our website, or invite us to your podcast, meeting, or organization. Be sure to stay connected so you won’t miss some exciting announcements and listener engagement moments we are planning for the year. Until next time, thank you so much, stay healthy, safe and empowered, and we’ll see you on the other side in 2021. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . <span
Thu, December 17, 2020
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Community Conversation on Domestic Abuse and the Church
This year, in recognition of DVAM, the Engendered Collective hosted a series of community conversations to bring greater awareness to domestic abuse and gender-based violence. Today’s conversation deals with the intersection of domestic abuse and the Church. Our guests included Debra Wingfield and Julie Owens. Debra Wingfield, Ed.D. is an Author, Speaker, and Trainer with 46 years of combined experience working with abuse across the lifespan. She counseled children and adults who experienced family violence, abuse, and child maltreatment for over 25 years. She educates and trains professionals across multiple disciplines-mental health, advocates, attorneys, and court professionals on the impacts of coercive control, domestic abuse, and family violence. A former faculty member in psychology and counseling at Regis University and the University of Southern Colorado. The author of healing from abuse books for adults and children include Eyes Wide Open: Help! with Control Freak Co-Parents, From Darkness to Light: Your Inner Journey, and Through a Child’s Voice: Transformational Journaling. <p data-key="59" data-slate-fragment= "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
Thu, December 10, 2020
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Community Conversation on Domestic Abuse and Child Abuse
**A word of caution--these conversations contains frank discussions of child sexual abuse and the effects of abuse.** This year, in recognition of DVAM, the Engendered Collective hosted a series of community conversations to bring greater awareness to domestic abuse and gender-based violence. Today’s conversation deals with the intersection of domestic violence and systemic sexism and child abuse. Our guests included Anita, "Annabelle," "Courtney," and Roz. Anita Gera is a protective mom from Great Britain. In 2014, Anita went to the British police to seek protection when her abusive and controlling ex-husband, an American pilot, threatened to take their children from the UK without her permission. Over the next year, through her ex-husband’s use of the Hague Convention, Anita’s case brought her back to the USA and resulted in a divorce and custody decision that would dramatically change the course of Anita and her children’s lives. She has not been able to see her children, now thirteen and fifteen years old, since August 2015. Anita doesn’t know when she will be able to see her children again as she has neither the means nor resources to enforce her parenting time with her children and she fears that doing so would put them at greater risk of harm by their father who has now ceased all contact with her. "Annabelle" is a divorced Maryland mother who shares custody of two children living with abuse and coercive control. On their weeks with their father, her children have no phone access to their mother, their friends, or 911. They live in fear of having food withheld and of abuse under the guise of corporal punishment. "Courtney" is a survivor of domestic violence, the family law courts, child protection services and bankruptcy. A judge ordered unsupervised parenting when her son was three, even though he noted that there was a “preponderance of evidence” proving the father was not able to keep him safe. When in the father's care for a few hours at a time unsupervised, Courtney's son suffered more injuries, including concussions, repeated head and face bruises, lacerations, ER visits, rashes and swelling of his genitals and a red and swollen rectum. Despite multiple medical and mental health professionals filing child protection reports for suspected abuse, and court testimony by Courtney's son’s therapist of her concerns about suspected sexual and physical abuse by the father - the father's testimony of a past child sex assault, the judge recently granted the unthinkable - extended, unsuper
Thu, December 03, 2020
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Community Conversation on Domestic Abuse and Communities of Color
This year, in recognition of DVAM, the Engendered Collective hosted a series of community conversations to bring greater awareness to domestic abuse and gender-based violence. Today’s conversation deals with the intersection of domestic violence and systemic sexism and racism in communities of color. Our guests included Liz Stewart-Williams, Roman James, and Shia Joyner, all domestic abuse survivors. Elizabeth Stewart-Williams is a protective mom and the founder of Liz Evonne Dispute Resolution Services LLC, a conflict resolution firm that assist women and families in underserved communities settle disputes. After spending over 12 years in the American Family Court systems fighting her own child custody case, Elizabeth identified her passion to help families avoid the impediments of fighting family disputes in family court systems. Elizabeth believes that conflict can be resolved efficiently, cost-effectively, and peacefully with guided support. She specializes in high conflict mediations and provides ombudsman services with non-profit organizations through her innovative Family Court Ombudsman program. Elizabeth labors extensively to provide dispute alternatives protections of the abused and survivors of violence after protective or restraining orders have ended. She is an advocate for Parental Rights, Children of Abuse, and Survivors of Domestic Violence. Elizabeth currently collaborates with agencies, churches, supervised visitation centers, and advocacy organizations in promotion of effective dispute resolution services. She has serviced hundreds of families and seeks to transform family court through her new Family Arbitration program that begins in 2021. Elizabeth holds a BA in Political Science from the University of Oklahoma (OU) and a Masters in Dispute Resolution (MDR) from Pepperdine Caruso School of Law. Roman James is mama to the most wonderful, generous and intelligent light being she ever met. Additionally, she serves as an activist and resistor of the violence imposed on women and children in the archaic American family court system having been radicalized by the institutional betrayal of the legal system. Her purpose is to thrive in her self-possession, rise above the systemic failures and leave everyone she comes in contact with better off for having met her. <p data-key="121" data-slate-fragment= "JTdCJTIyb2JqZWN0JTIyJTNBJTIyZG9jdW1lbnQlMjIlMkMlMjJkYXRhJTIyJTNBJTdCJTdEJTJDJTIybm9kZXMlMjIlM0ElNUIlN0IlMjJvYmplY3QlMjIlM0ElMjJibG9jayUyMiUyQyUyMnR5cGUlMjIlM0ElMjJwYXJhZ3JhcGglMjIlMkMlMjJkYXRhJTIyJTNBJTdCJTIyY2xhc3NOYW1lJTIyJTNBbnVsbCU3RCUyQyUyMm5vZGVzJTIyJTNBJTVCJTdCJTIyb2JqZWN0JTIyJTNBJTIydGV4dCUyMiUyQyUyMmxlYXZlcyUyMiUzQSU1QiU3QiUyMm9iamVjdCUyMiUzQSUyMmxlYWYlMjIlMkMlMjJ0ZXh0JTIyJTN
Thu, November 26, 2020
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Community Conversation on Police Violence
This year, in recognition of DVAM or Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Engendered Collective hosted a series of community conversations to bring greater awareness to domestic abuse and gender-based violence. This conversation deals with the intersection of abuse and police violence. Our guests included Effy Zarabi, Heather McWilliam, and Nanette Chezum. Effy Zarabi is a Toronto police officer and has worked for nearly 12 years at the 51st Division. She filed a human rights complaint in 2018 against the Toronto Police Service, reporting sexual assault, harassment, and racism. Effy is currently on sick leave due to her PTSD. Heather McWilliam served in the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Toronto Police Service prior to her medical leave in 2014. While on active service she worked in multiple specialized units including Homicide, Drugs Squad, and the Criminal Investigation Bureau. Her almost six-year human rights case has been called the longest in Canadian history. Heather is now pursuing a career in advocacy which will involve founding a not-for-profit and speaking publicly in support of victims of police culture abuses and sexual violence, those living with post-traumatic stress disorder and mental health injuries. Heather proudly re-initiated her social media voice immediately after the final decision of the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario in June 2020. <p data-key="92" data-slate-fragment= "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
Thu, November 19, 2020
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Community Conversation on Systems Change
This year, in recognition of DVAM or Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Engendered Collective hosted a series of community conversations to bring greater awareness to domestic abuse and gender-based violence. This first conversation deals with how we can create systems change and build a culture of accountability. Our guests included Elle Kamihira and Dr. Emma Katz. Elle Kamihira is survivor, activist, and a multi-disciplinary director who has spent the last twenty years collaborating on a variety of award-winning film, museum, documentary, and theater projects. Current projects include Jennifer 42 , an animated documentary that takes a close look at the role of coercive control in the true story of the murder of Jennifer Magnano, and The Most Wicked Problem , a docu-series about femicide. Dr. Emma Katz, a researcher based in England focused on coercive control of children. Her most recent article When Coercive Control Continues to Harm Children: Post‐Separation Fathering, Stalking and Domestic Violence can be downloaded for free here . Her book Coercive Control in Children’s and Mothers’ Lives will be published by Oxford University Press in 2021. Follow Emma on Twitter at @DrEmmaKatz During our conversation, Elle, Emma, and I touched upon the following resources: Lisa Fischel-Wolovick's article, Battered Mothers and Children in the Courts: A Lawyer's View The difference between primary (stopping violence before it starts), secondary (preventing violence from escalating), and tertiary (minimizing negative impact of violence and trauma) prevention of domestic abuse Evan Stark's work on " coercive control " A discussion paper from the government of NWS on criminalizing coercive control and Women's Safety NSW's Position Paper on criminalizing coercive control Jane Gilmore's <a href= "https://janegilmore.com/category/fixedit/" target="_blank" rel= "no
Thu, November 12, 2020
en(gender)ed Reflections on sex, womanhood, and femininity--Part 2
In this "Reflections" episode Part 2, Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on the topic of sex, womanhood, and femininity: Episode 117: Jennifer Block on “Everything Below the Waist: Why Health Care Needs a Feminist Revolution, ” Episode 119: #SurvivorStories Series with “Sophia” on navigating the intersection of gender and race in healthcare , Episode 120: Susan Bordo on sex and femininity in politics and its intersection with sexism and misogyny , and Episode 121: Kyl Myers on “Raising Them: Our Adventure in Gender Creative Parenting.” During our conversation, Michael and I touched upon the following resources in our conversation: Michael and Teri's prediction that if Trump loses, he won't leave quietly, and why his current refusal to concede matters How being a woman was a pre-existing condition before the Affordable Care Act (ACA) How the medical and drug industry center profit over women's safety and agency Examples of ethically questionable behavior such as the power morcellator or the transvaginal mesh How Trump's damage to science could last decades to recover from Sexism and misogyny in 2016 elections and in politics in general The Brainwashing of My Dad interview with Jen Senko Our interview with Jessica Taylor on Why Women Are Blamed for Everything The impact of <a href= "https://medium.com/engendered/this-country-doesnt-really-c
Thu, November 05, 2020
#SurvivorStories Series with Ashleigh Rae on Your Voice and Accountability in Recovering from Sexual Violence
**Note: We refer to Ashleigh as "Alyssa" because we recorded this interview prior to the lifting of her gag order. Ashleigh is now not legally prohibited from speaking publicly about her experience.** On this #SurvivorStories series episode, our guest is Ashleigh Rae , a survivor of sexual violence, childhood rape and sexual assault by multiple offenders. She took her case to court and won not once, but twice. We speak with Ashleigh today about her experience as a survivor of sexual violence, how it is different from other forms of abuse, how her trauma has impacted her, what accountability looks like, and what role forgiveness, community, and feminism plays in her healing and recovery journey. Throughout our conversation, we ask Ashleigh to share #abusertactics, #signsofabuse, and #upstandertips. During our conversation, Ashleigh and I referenced the following resources and topics: Australia's Gag Order law Melbourne journalist, Nina Funnell's #LetUsSpeak campaign Teri's thoughts as a survivor on healing and recovery and her perspective on what accountability is and should look like The impact of sexual assault, rape, and abuse on a victim's family How "restorative justice" language is infiltrating domestic abuse advocacy spaces and its reduction of accountability Brene Brown's views on accountability and forgiveness Our unregulated wellness industry --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist <a href="https://www.engenderedcollective.o
Thu, October 29, 2020
Jess Hill with a Domestic Violence 101 Primer and What to Do About It
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Jess Hill , an investigative journalist who has been researching and writing about domestic violence since 2014. We speak with Jess today about her book, newly released in the US “ See What You Made Me Do: The Dangers of Domestic Abuse That We Ignore, Explain Away, or Refuse to See ” which offers a primer on the gendered nature of violence, the ways in which society enables and excuses male entitlement to power over, and the normalization and erasure of men’s violence against women our media and discourse. Jess and I also delve into a systems approach to confronting and preventing abuse, including examining proposals for criminal justice reform, such as women’s policing, the Highpoint Model, and a justice reinvestment model in Australia. During our conversation, Jess and I referenced the following resources and topics: The intersection of domestic abuse and gun violence Neo-liberalism and the US tendency favoring individualism as a factor in contributing to domestic abuse The importance of context in identifying "situational couple violence" versus "coercive control" or "intimate partner violence" PSA from Britain called " Timekeeper " on coercive control against women and children (Scroll to bottom to view and click on upper right to unmute) Our recent #SurvivorStories episode with protective mom, "Courtney" bell hooks' " Communion: The Female Search for Love " bell hooks' " The Will to Change: Men, Masculinity, and Love " The coercive controller typologies of the "Pitbull" and the "Cobra" Amy Holtzworth-Munroe's typologies of abusive behavior High rates of domestic abuse in Indigenous communities Frances Power Cobb's coinage of the term "wife torture" to describe domestic abuse How a study of babboons showed cultural norms can end abuse Australia's effort to <a href= "https://www.womenssafetynsw.org.au/impact/campaigns/coercive-control-campaig
Thu, October 22, 2020
#SurvivorStories Series with "Courtney" on family court as a enabler of child sexual abuse
**Trigger Warning: This episode discusses child sexual abuse and symptoms of it.** On this #SurvivorStories series episode, our guest is “Courtney,” a survivor of domestic and institutional abuse. Courtney speaks to us about her experience navigating the family court, child welfare, medical and mental health systems, as a protective mom of a son who was allegedly physically abused, neglected, and sexually abused by his father. We explore the ways in which family courts ignore evidence of abuse, minimize it, and act as a source of institutional abuse and re-traumatization for victims and their children. We also look at the impact it has on the protective parent, child, and society as a whole. Throughout our conversation, we ask "Courtney" to share #abusertactics, #signsofabuse, and #upstandertips. During our conversation, "Courtney" and I referenced the following resources and topics: How abusers often use pets as a source of coercive control How the family court disbelieves survivors' claims of abuse, especially when it's mothers reporting, and then penalize them for speaking out How coercive control is a form of intimate partner terrorism --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram <span style=
Trailer · Tue, October 20, 2020
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Trailer - What is Coercive Control?
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This month, we’ve been featuring stories by survivors and hosting community conversations about domestic violence with members from the Engendered Collective . In two weeks, Americans will be going to polls to decide who they want to lead this country. If you’ve been paying attention to how our leaders are acquiring and deploying their power and feeling anxious, agitated, and scared, you understand what abuse is. These tactics are coercive control and can be exercised by the state or in an interpersonal relationship. We’ve asked listeners to share with us some of their experiences. If you want learn how to be an upstander and help end systemic sexism and its coercive and violent manifestations in our society, please take this time to subscribe, share, follow us in social media, including our new Medium engendered publication . If you’re a survivor, advocate, or pro-feminist ally, please join our Engendered Collective community who are coming together in knowledge-sharing and building, collective care and healing and advocacy to increase accountability for abuse. Thank you to all the listeners for your ongoing support and to the survivors who called or wrote in with their stories. Your voice will help bring greater awareness to the harmful and widespread social, economic, and health impacts of abuse. Together, we can build a cultural literacy around abuse and abuse of power and better identify it, confront it, prevent it, and heal from it. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on <a href="https://twitter.co
Thu, October 15, 2020
#SurvivorStories Series with Shia Joyner on childhood domestic violence and stopping generational trauma
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast #SurvivorStories series, our guest is Shia Joyner, a survivor of childhood domestic violence and coercive control as an adult. Shia joins us today to explore the ways in which witnessing childhood abuse has shaped her perceptions about love, informed her relationships, and impacted her own experience of domestic abuse. We also explore the ways of therapy in her healing and in helping her develop a consciousness of dynamics of abuse which are necessary tools to stop the cycle. Throughout our conversation, we ask Shia to share #abusertactics, #signsofabuse, and #upstandertips. During our conversation, Shia and I referenced the following resources and topics: bell hook's "love trilogy" including All About Love and Communion: The Female Search for Love Our interview with Jessica Taylor on " Why Women Are Blamed for Everything " Why " Anger Management " isn't for domestic abusers How "Restorative Justice" does not prioritize victim safety and accountability for abuse --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . <span style="font-weight: 400;
Thu, October 08, 2020
#SurvivorStories Series with Angie Rivers on sexism and misogyny in law enforcement
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast #SurvivorStories series, our guest is Angie Rivers , a police officer who is suing the Waterloo Regional Police service for systemic gender-based discrimination and sexual harassment by male members, senior officers and management of the Service. We speak with Angie today about what it means to be a woman in a male-dominated sector and how her sex and femininity contributed to make her and other women targets for workplace violence and discrimination. We also explore the outcomes of her case and the role that gender played in shaping decisions in her law suit. During our conversation, Angie and I referenced the following resources and topics: Media and television's influence on our views of law enforcement Our interview with Nanette Chezum on officer-involved domestic violence The Oakland Police scandal Our interview with Jessica Taylor on " Why Women Are Blamed for Everything " --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our publication on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support
Thu, October 01, 2020
#SurvivorStories Series with Nanette Chezum on officer-involved domestic violence
On this episode of the en(gender)ed #SurvivorStories series, we speak with Nanette Chezum , a survivor of officer involved domestic violence or domestic abuse with a police officer. We speak with Nanette about her experience as a survivor, the response from law enforcement, and how her experience was both informed and enabled by a culture of sexism, misogyny, and victim-blaming in law enforcement that intersects with police brutality across the country. We also explore the relevance of proposed reforms such as “defunding the police” and “restorative justice” to building a culture of accountability for abuse. During our conversation, Nanette and I referenced the following resources and topics: Colorado law eliminating qualified immunity Our interview with Nazir Afzal whose prosecutions of gender-based crimes helps prevent other crimes How implementation of the " Quincy Solution " can help prevent children from being harmed by domestic violence How juries have a hard time convicting police officers The Town of Castle Rock v Gonzales case which says that orders of protection don't require mandatory enforcement by the police How a person investigating the death of Michelle O'Connell in Florida, was herself, found dead NYC Police Benevolent Association's endorsement of Trump The dangers of using " restorative justice " practices with victims of domestic violence and how advocates of it weaponize race to justify its use for all survivors --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our <a href="htt
Thu, September 24, 2020
Kyl Myers on "Raising Them: Our Adventure in Gender Creative Parenting"
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Kyl Myers , author of the book, Raising Them , a memoir on her journey in gender creative parenting and raising her child with the freedom to choose their own gender identity. We speak with Kyl today about raising her child, Zoomer Coyote, with her partner Brent, and her hopes, challenges, and joys in rejecting societal gender norms and expectations and carving out her own path of parenting. During our conversation, Kyl and I referenced the following resources and topics: The gender unicorn and the differences between "sex" and "gender" Sasha and Storm , two children also raised without an assigned gender The hyper-gendering of children in the United States through clothes, toys, and other Our interview with Lisa Selin-Davis on her book " Tomboy: The Surprising History and Future of Girls Who Dare to Be Different ” Elizabeth Sweet's research and work on gender disparities in children's media and toys --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainab
Thu, September 17, 2020
Susan Bordo on sex and femininity in politics and its intersection with sexism and misogyny
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Susan Bordo , cultural historian, professor emeritus, feminist, and author of the books, The Destruction of Hillary Clinton and Imagine Bernie Sanders as a Woman . We speak with Susan today about her work to deconstruct woman as a cultural category, its role in the 2016 election, and what it means to be a woman today in public life. Our conversation explores the ways in which the same behaviors exhibited or embodied by men are treated differently by the media when we observe them in women, how society is complicit in reinforcing these cultural norms, double-binds, double-standards, and what it communicates to the girls (and boys) we raise. During our conversation, Susan and I referenced the following resources and topics: The documentary-- The Brainwashing of My Dad and our interview with film maker, Jen Senko about it The " cookies and tea " controversy that the media created about Hillary Clinton Hillary Clinton's healthcare plan of 1993 How sexism and misogyny is the gateway to white supremacy How feminists differ in whether they want to prevent harm or reduce harm, as exemplified in the debate about prostitution How " purity politics " is harming progressivism --- Thank
Thu, September 10, 2020
#SurvivorStories Series with "Sophia" on navigating the intersection of gender and race in healthcare
On this en(gender)ed #SurvivorStories series episode, our guest is Sophia, an African-American woman and public school teacher. Sofia shares with us today her experiences as a woman of color navigating the health care industry (one which we discussed in Episode 117 with Jennifer Block ), one which through inadequate diagnoses, treats the symptoms of illness, rather than focusing on prevention and long-term patient wellness. Our conversation explores the ways in which these systemic forces have shaped Sofia’s medical choices, the harms that have resulted, and the ways in which systemic racism and sexism have played a role in Sophia’s healthcare journey. During our conversation, Sophia and I referenced the following resources and topics: The racist history of women's health in this country with J. Marion Sims How J. Marion Sims' statues were removed in 2018 in NYC The Alabama case of Caroline Malatesta whose baby’s head was forced back into her vagina to prevent her from delivering The cultural history of the gendered term, " hysteria " --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your <a href="https://engendered.us/support-the-show/"
Thu, September 03, 2020
en(gender)ed Reflections on sex, womanhood, and femininity--Part 1
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on the topic of sex, womanhood, and femininity: Episode 113: Lisa Selin Davis on her book, Tomboy: The Surprising History and Future of Girls Who Dare to Be Different , Episode 114: Melissa Faliveno on Tomboyland –an exploration of sex, womanhood, and identity, Episode 115: Caitlin Myer on Wiving: A Memoir of Loving Then Leaving the Patriarchy , and Episode 116: Jessica Taylor on Why Women Are Blamed for Everything. During our conversation, Michael and I touched upon the following resources in our conversation: The racist history of tomboyism Jerry Falwell's sex scandal and recent resignation from Liberty University Kyle Rittenhouse's arrest and history for alleged shootings in Kenosha, Wisconsin David Hogg tweets about racial justice and gun reform and Teri's responses expressing how gun violence is also a gender justice issue and how misogyny and sexism is a gateway to white supremacy and how " anti-feminist rhetoric is a gateway to white nationalism, especially for young white men who become mass shooters " How white supremacy has outpaced Islamic terrorism as a threat Teri's piece on why we need anti-sexism trainings
Thu, August 27, 2020
Jennifer Block on "Everything Below the Waist: Why Health Care Needs a Feminist Revolution"
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Jennifer Block , journalist and author of the book, Everything Below the Waist: Why Health Care Needs a Feminist Revolution . We speak with Jennifer today about the ways in which the health industry--from preparation and trainings of doctors, to research devoted to understanding women’s bodies, to the dismissal of women’s pain--contribute to a culture where women’s health is systemically ignored and minimized, and women’s trauma, in response, collectively normalized and accepted. We explore what it means to be a woman navigating our culture who centers her own health, well-being and care, and the obstacles she encounters and must overcome everyday. During our conversation, Jennifer and I referenced the following resources and topics: The book, Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Toni Weschler Actress Lena Dunham's struggle with endometriosis and subsequent decision to get a hysterectomy How the incentive structure for surgeons working on women's issues impacts the trends in frequency for procedures and outcomes for women's health The phenomenon of "unwarranted variation in care" for pregnant women depending on the hospital you visit How obstetric violence is physically and emotionally harming women and threatening our right to make decisions about our labor and delivery The Alabama case of Caroline Malatesta whose baby's head was forced back into her vagina to prevent her from delivering The 95 felony charges against midwife, Elizabeth Caitlin , for practicing midwifery without a NYS license Increased maternal mortality rates for Black women in NYS How Black babies are 3x more likely to die when tre
Thu, August 20, 2020
Jessica Taylor on "Why Women Are Blamed for Everything"
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Dr. Jessica Taylor, founder and owner of VictimFocus , an organization providing research, consultancy, and thought leadership in forensic psychology, feminism, and mental health. We speak with Jessica today about her book, Why Women Are Blamed for Everything, which covers the psychology of victim-blaming and self blame of women who have been subjected to sexual violence and abuse. We explore the double-bind of what it means to be a woman--the ways in which womanhood is constructed to give status with the male gaze, endanger women, and then hold them responsible when they are victimized. During our conversation, Jessica and I referenced the following resources and topics: The documentary--" Searching for Angela Shelton " The role of sexism and misogyny in underpinning a culture of men's violence against women The need for more evidence-based practices in prosecuting crimes against women Typical trauma reactions for victims to display-- fight, flight, freeze, or fawn How money influences decisions in court cases affecting women The benefits of attitudinal testing for filtering out bias in decision-makers Judge Esther Salas's connection to the Jeffrey Epstein case Trends in the US and UK where accountability for abuse is secondary to abuser trauma The work of Dale Spender --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our <a href="http://engendered.us/" target="_blank" rel=
Thu, August 13, 2020
Caitlin Myer on "Wiving: A Memoir of Loving Then Leaving the Patriarchy"
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Caitlin Myer , author of Wiving: A Memoir of Loving Then Leaving the Patriarchy . We speak to Caitlin today about her experience growing up Mormon, leaving the church, and the role of religion, gender, and sex on shaping her own experience of womanhood. Our conversation also explores Caitlin’s struggle to understand and negotiate her status as “wife” and “wiving” and how this concept both informed and shaped her trauma, relationships, and healing journey. We consider the ways in which these patterns are shared by all women, while also envisioning a way to break the cycle of suffering. During our conversation, Caitlin and I referenced the following resources and topics: The documentary--" Cracked Up: The Darrell Hammond Story " Teaching consent to children The sexualization of children --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook <span style= "font-weight: 4
Thu, August 06, 2020
Episode 114: Melissa Faliveno on "Tomboyland"--an exploration of sex, womanhood, and identity
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Melissa Faliveno , author of her essay collection, Tomboyland , a meditation on the influences of geography, desire, and identity on her journey as a queer woman and feminist. We speak with Melissa about how her childhood in Wisconsin shaped her views of her conceptions of sex, womanhood, and her own performance of femininity as an expression of power. Melissa also offers reflections on other markers of gender and identity, including religion, guns, rural identity, and their manifestations in culture, their intersections, and their contradictions. During our conversation, Melissa and I referenced the following resources and topics: The ways in which gender identity, consent, and language is viewed in the queer community Guns as a symbol of masculine identity and power The connection between womanhood and motherhood and plant parenting as another form of parenting Plant Kween , a queer black, plant parent on Instagram Black plant parents --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , <a href= "https://www.inst
Thu, July 30, 2020
Lisa Selin Davis on her book, "Tomboy: The Surprising History and Future of Girls Who Dare to Be Different"
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Lisa Selin Davis , writer, essayist and author of the upcoming book, Tomboy: The Surprising History and Future of Girls Who Dare to Be Different . We speak to Lisa today about the history and evolution of the term “tomboy" and its response to a gender-binary culture. We talk about how tomboyism offers girls a way to both challenge and reinforce dominant narratives of femininity, womanhood, and sex. Lisa also offers suggestions on how parents and individuals can re-imagine how we explore, build, and strengthen relationships with one another that helps kids of all genders and women to realize their full selves, within and outside of our notions of gender and femininity. During our conversation, Lisa and I referenced the following resources and topics: The history and cultural use of the word "tomboy" and the pink/blue divide How terms like "gender-nonbinary," "gender fluid" or "gender-nonconforming" relate to the term "tomboy" C. Lynn Carr's research on and its connection to Adverse Childhood Experiences or "ACEs" The connection of tomboyism and eugenics and homophobia JK Rowling's statement on sex and gender issues and the complete breakdown of the controversy --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist <a href="https://www.engenderedcollective.org" target="_blank" rel=
Thu, July 23, 2020
en(gender)ed Reflections on Women, Gender, and Democracy
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on women, gender, and democracy: Episode 103: Jenna Spinelle of the “Democracy Works” podcast on COVID-19, the media, and elections , Episode 105: Jen Senko on “The Brainwashing of My Dad” and right-wing media’s impact on our democracy , Episode 107: Christina Hu on the importance of minority civic engagement to democracy , Episode 109: Erin Vilardi of “Vote Run Lead” on its work to train and elect more women to elected office , and Episode 110: Jordan Zaslow on “Women for the Win” and gender equality in government. During our conversation, Michael and I touched upon the following resources in our conversation: The myth of "voter fraud" and actual statistics Republican efforts to suppress voting rights Ivanka Trump's Goya endorsement , now under an ethics investigation Andrew Yang's campaign platforms as it related to diversity in representation Kamala Harris and Mindy Kaling bonding over dosa McConnell's proposal for five year corporate immunity Judge Ester Salas son's <
Thu, July 16, 2020
en(gender)ed Reflections on the gendered impact of COVID-19
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on the gendered impact of COVID-19: Episode 96: Laura Ramirez of Af3irm on decolonizing “sex work,” Episode 97: #SurvivorStories Series with “Carol” on parenting with an abuser during COVID-19 , Episode 99: Martin Hultman on misogyny and masculinities on climate change denial , Episode 100: #SurvivorStories Series with Nicole Lee on domestic abuse with a disability , Episode 101: Nazir Afzal on COVID-19 or the coronavirus’ impact on domestic violence , Episode 102: Jen Kamel on COVID-19’s impact on pregnancy and reproductive rights , and Episode 108: Feminism in the Age of COVID-19 Conference on Domestic Violence . During our conversation, Michael and I touched upon the following resources in our conversation: The difference between the Equality or Nordic Model and the full decriminalization model of prostitution The connection between masculinity and refusal to wear masks or masks as condoms of the face The "incel" community and recognition of their increasing threat to women and the planet Sexism and misogyny manifesting in "victim-blaming" culture The growing danger posed by <a href= "https://www.csis.org/analysis/escalating-terrorism-problem-united-states" target="_bl
Thu, July 09, 2020
Jordan Zaslow on "Women for the Win" and gender equality in government
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Jordan Zaslow, an award-winning director and producer and champion of female voices. She is currently serving as Executive Director of Women For The Win , a coalition committed to creating positive political change and giving voice to underrepresented female candidates. We speak with Jordan today about her work for Women For The Win, the importance of gender equality and representation in our democracy, and how and what role brands and public figures have in promoting messaging that strengthen our democractic norms, structures, and institutions. During our conversation, Jordan and I referenced the following resources and topics: The history of Women for the Win and its origin story with Ramaa Mosley How the question of "likeability" shows up for female candidates Jon Freeman Lab’s research on how implicit bias impacts behavior Surviving R. Kelly The HBR article, " Women Scored Higher Than Men in Most Leadership Skills " Women's " confidence gap " Melanie D'Arrigo 's candidacy Kathy Ellis' candidacy Phyllis Harvey-Hall's candidacy Pat Timmons-Goodson's candidacy Kim Nelson's candidacy --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on <span
Thu, July 02, 2020
Erin Vilardi of "Vote Run Lead" on its work to train and elect more women to elected office
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Erin Vilardi, the Founder and CEO of Vote Run Lead , the nation’s largest and most diverse training program for women to run for office and win. She first launched Vote Run Lead as Vice President of Program and Communications at The White House Project. We speak with Erin today about Vote Run Lead’s work to help train female candidates to run and win, some of the barriers they face along the way, and how society benefits when we have more women in elected office and positions of power. During our conversation, Erin and I referenced the following resources and topics: The history of Vote Run Lead , and its founding by Marie Wilson, creator of " Take Your Daughter to Work Day " Jon Freeman Lab's research on how implicit bias impacts behavior How f eminine traits impact perceptions and results for female candidates --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram</s
Thu, June 25, 2020
Feminism in the Age of COVID-19 Conference on Domestic Violence
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, we broadcast the recorded panel between Jillian Foster , Fariba Nawa , and Teri Yuan for the June 12, 2020 Feminism in COVID Conference series, sponsored by the Continuum Collective and co-sponsored by the Engendered Collective and the On Spec podcast. Jillian moderates a conversation on how COVID-19 has impacted the work we are doing in the United States and in Muslim societies and how different societies deal with violence against women, especially as it relates to varying conceptions of feminism. Our conversation delves into the role of faith leaders in the lives of survivors, the notion of accountability and how it is manifest in these different regions, and why it's important to have a feminist lens for interrogating violence and oppression. During our conversation, Jillian, Fariba, and Teri referenced the following resources and topics: We Will Stop Femicides #PutMenInTheirPlace hashtag that became popular in the Muslim belt Turkey's high profile domestic violence case with musician Sila The work of Dr. Laura Sjoberg on gendered conflict studies Jess Hill's book, See What You Made Me Do on gender terrorism How "Restorative Justice" is being misapplied in domestic violence cases The concept of "reparations" for victims of gender-based violence How to join the Engendered Collective , which is connecting survivors, advocates and allies in community, learning, and advocacy --- <span style="font-weig
Thu, June 18, 2020
Christina Hu on the importance of minority civic engagement to democracy
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Christina Hu, a documentary filmmaker , former Peace Corps volunteer, and former Regional GOTV Director in Virginia for President Obama’s re-election campaign. In 2019, Christina joined the Taiwanese American Citizen’s League’s (TACL) National Board as Director of Civic Engagement to help lead the Census 2020 Initiative . We speak with Christina today about the importance of civic engagement and inclusion in a democractic society and the role of Asian-Americans and Pacific-Islanders as a political force for achieving equality. During our conversation, Christina and I referenced the following resources and topics: What inspired Christina to become civically engaged The history of democracy in Taiwan, from martial law and the period of "white terror" to the present The importance of the Census 2020 to minority representation and within the Asian-American community, in particular Asian-American Federation Group What civic engagement means to Christina and the kinds of activities she offers to the community to consider in addition to traditional forms of activism The role of civic engagement to uphold a democracy The trend of Asian-Americans to move towards the left AAPI polling on a range of government and policy issues The importance of Asian-Black solidarity in achieving racial justice and why Asian-Americans should support Black Lives Matter The significance of Andrew Yang's candidacy to Asian-American Pacific Islander representation The reaction to Andrew Yang's OpEd to the Washington Post on anti-Asian violence during COVID-19 --- Thanks for
Thu, June 11, 2020
en(gender)ed Reflections Anniversary Episode
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on two years and 100 episodes of en(gender)ed--a feminist podcast, a domestic violence and domestic abuse podcast, and a gender-based violence podcast. We look back on what we've learned, what questions remain, and how we'd like to get there. During our conversation, Michael and I touched upon the following resources in our conversation: Leta Hong Fincher article on " How China's Authoritarianism Rise is Fueled By Sexism " Our interview with Jess Hill about her book, See What You Made Me Do and intimate partner violence as personal terrorism Our #SurvivorStories episode with Kathy Picard Why Black Women (and women in general) are still an afterthought in police violence A Timeline of Events that Led to the 2020 'Fed Up'-rising Hasan Minhaj Patriot Act story on Amazon The 'shadow' pandemic of violence against women and girls Our interview with former prosecutor, Nazir Afzal, on targeting sexism and misogyny as a way to prevent gender-based violence The high rates of domestic violence among law enforcement The influence of " rape culture" on policing and their responses to sexual assaults The Netflix series, Unbelievable , which depicts rape culture through the eyes of victims <a href="https://www.nativewomenswilderness.org/mmiw" target= "_bla
Thu, June 04, 2020
Jen Senko on "The Brainwashing of My Dad" and right-wing media's impact on our democracy
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Jen Senko, an award-winning documentary filmmaker whose documentaries focus on socio-political themes with the intent of inspiring discussion and fomenting change, most notably, The Brainwashing of My Dad , which tracks the disturbing rise of right-wing media. We speak with Jen today about her films, her activism, disinformation tactics used by conservative media outlets, and why and how a free press and educated populace is an essential component of a functioning democracy. During our conversation, Jen and I referenced the following resources and topics: How her father's increasing obsession with right-wing media and Fox News inspired her to make the film The research of Kathleen Taylor, author of the book, Brainwashing: The Science of Thought Control Albert Biderman's "Chart of Coercion" which was discussed in our interview with Jess Hill about her book, See What You Made Me Do The influence of Rush Limbaugh on Jen's father's behavior and thoughts towards women Fox News' use of the term "fair and balanced" to portray itself as fact-based and objective and legitimate journalism Edward Bernays' reframing of bad things as good as an advertising tactic to sell products, such as calling cigarettes "torches of freedom" How Trump uses brainwashing techniques like those described in the film as depicted in the book The Cult of Trump: A Leading Cult Expert Explains How the President Uses Mind Control , by Steven Hassan Dave and Erin Ninehouser's work to help reclaim America's brain from media manipulators and agenda-driven demagogues through their organization, Hear Yourself Think The importance of media literacy, a free press, and citizen demand for media accountability to our democracy The significance of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 in opening up the path towards media oligarchies --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our <span style="font-weight: 40
Trailer · Tue, June 02, 2020
Podcasters for Social Justice PSA Campaign
This past week has been a very emotionally painful time for our country. We stand with my sisters and brothers on the front lines fighting for change, who are risking their lives daily to create a better world for all of us. As an intersectional feminist, I want to raise awareness of the interlocking systems of oppression that continue to be used to dominate, subjugate, and harm women, people of color, the LGBTQ community, people with disabilities, and anyone deemed less than or less valued than able-bodied, cis-gendered white men. We are podcasters united to condemn the tragic murders of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor and many many others at the hands of police. This is a continuation of the systemic racism pervasive in our country since its inception and we are committed to standing against racism in all its forms. We believe that to be silent is to be complicit. We believe that Black lives matter. We believe that Black lives are more important than property. We believe that we have a responsibility to use our platforms to speak out against this injustice whenever and wherever we are witness to it. In creating digital media we have built audiences that return week after week to hear our voices and we will use our voices to speak against anti-blackness and police brutality, and we encourage our audiences to be educated, engaged, and to take action. Here are three ways podcasters and content creators can participate: If you’d like to help, donate to any of the following: <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/georgefloyd" target="_blank" r
Thu, May 28, 2020
Jenna Spinelle of the "Democracy Works" podcast on COVID-19, the media, and elections
On the episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Jenna Spinelle, one of the hosts of the Democracy Works Podcast , produced by the McCourtney Institute for Democracy at Penn State University. Democracy Works is part of The Democracy Group , a network of podcasts that examines what’s broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it. We speak to Jenna today about how the media and democracy have been impacted by COVID-19, why it’s important to support a free press now more than ever, and what Democracy Works Podcast and the network is doing to help spread credible information and get to the root of the infodemic. During our conversation, Jenna and I referenced the following resources and topics: The importance of the census and primaries to a free and fair election process The Democracy Works podcast episode on the Census and COVID-19 The use of Census data for reapportionment, redistricting, and gerrymandering The controversy behind whether or not to add a "citizenship question" on the Census Civic Power by Sabeel Rahman and its exploration of whether we have had a successful multi-ethnic democracy What are the structural, institutional components of a democracy? Voting by mail and its history in the military The Democracy Works podcast interview with Charles Stewart of MIT The myth of voter fraud What "epistemic polarization" is and how it is impacting our democratic institutions The Democracy Works podcast interview with Frances Lee about polarization in Congress The Flipside newsletter and the AllSides website-two resources to pre
Thu, May 21, 2020
Jen Kamel on COVID-19's impact on pregnancy and reproductive rights
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Jen Kamel, CEO & Founder of VBAC Facts , a platform that helps perinatal professionals and cesarean parents achieve clarity on vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) through her educational courses, online membership, continuing education trainings, and consulting services. We speak with Jen today about what the COVID-19 pandemic means for expectant mothers in terms of pregnancy and labor choices and outcomes. During our conversation, Jen and I referenced the following resources and topics: The COVID-19 guidance offered by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) The services and resources available at The International Cesarean Awareness Network (ICAN) A checklist of what expectant mothers should consider in preparing for VBAC during COVID --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to <a href=
Thu, May 14, 2020
Nazir Afzal on COVID-19 or the coronavirus' impact on domestic violence
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Nazir Afzal , former Chief Crown Prosecutor for NW England, former Director in London, and former Chief Executive of the country’s Police & Crime Commissioners. Nazir has prosecuted some of the most high profile cases in the country and advised on many other and led nationally on several legal topics including Violence against Women & Girls, child sexual abuse, and honour based violence. He is also National Adviser on Gender Based Violence to the Welsh Government. Nazir shares some poignant and compelling stories of his work in his recent book, The Prosecutor , which chronicles his 24 year career. We also speak with Nazir today about the impact of COVID-19 or the coronavirus on increasing instances of gender-based violence and policy, procedural, or other reforms that he offers for abuser accountability and increasing victim safety and security. During our conversation, Nazir and I referenced the following resources and topics: The personal toll the coronavirus has had on Nazir's own family, through his brother's death Domestic violence as "domestic terrorism"or "gender terrorism" Britain's recent commitment to increase funding to address domestic violence and sex trafficking increases due to COVID-19 The idea that victims should stay put instead of being forced to leave their homes and have abusers leave instead Joan Smith's book, Home Grown How misogyny and hate is learned behavior The role of unconscious bias in shaping people's attitudes and actions Nazir's role in bringing down the Rochdale child sex abuse ring Victim-blaming and rape culture BBC's depiction of the Rochdale case in its TV show, Three Girls The Netflix show, Unbelievable , about r
Thu, May 07, 2020
#SurvivorStories Series with Nicole Lee on domestic abuse with a disability
On this #SurvivorStories series en(gender)ed podcast episode, our guest is Nicole Lee , a survivor, social worker, and disability rights advocate. Nicole lived with her abuser husband for 10 years until 2014, when she left him. We speak with Nicole today about her experience as a rape and coercive control survivor, how her disability increased her vulnerability and reliance on her abuser for caretaking, and what other survivors with disabilities can do to help craft and navigate a path out of abuse while minimizing risk of harm. Throughout our conversation, we ask Nicole to share #abusertactics, #signsofabuse, and #upstandertips. During our conversation, Nicole and I referenced the following resources and topics: Australia's former law of "provocation " which blamed victims for causing their own assault and murder How abusers weaponize the criminal justice system against survivors in order to gain an advantage and discredit abuse by creating a false equivalence Nicole's own process of healing --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and <a href= "https://www.f
Thu, April 30, 2020
Martin Hultman on misogyny and masculinities on climate change denial
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Martin Hultman , Associate Professor in Science, Technology and Environmental Studies at the Department of Technology Management & Economics at Chalmers University in Sweden. Martin’s research focuses on the influence of extremist views such as sexism and far-right nationalism on climate change denial. His latest book with Paul M. Pulé , Ecological Masculinities , chronicles the political landscape that has shaped the industrial breadwinner and eco-modern archetypes of masculinity, both fueled by misogyny, and their proposed ecological masculinity as a response that centers science, fact, and reason and a respect for nature. Our conversation with Martin will explore ways in which a response to addressing our climate crisis and, in particular, the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, will require that we, as a society, address how we socialize boys and men if we are to save ourselves and our planet from mutual and guaranteed destruction. During our conversation, Martin and I referenced the following resources and topics: The difference between the different archetypes of masculinity including " the industrial breadwinner ," the " ecomodern male " and the " conservative white male effect " and its impact on climate change denial An explanation of " incels " or a type of masculinity and group of men who call themselves "involuntary celibate" How Martin's work fits into the " ecofeminism " conversation The work of environmental historians like Carolyn Merchant and her book, The Death of Nature The definition of " h
Thu, April 23, 2020
en(gender)ed Reflections on beauty, fashion, and lifestyle
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on beauty, fashion, and lifestyle: Episode 89: Erika Geraerts on beauty and how It’s All Fluff , Episode 90: Lynn Power on managing #MeToo as a former advertising executive and disrupting the beauty industry with Masami hair products , Episode 91: Marjorie Lau on Marlo Hydroponic Skincare, beauty, and sustainability , Episode 92: Julie Raskin of the Foundation for New York’s Strongest on zero waste and building a cleaner, greener NYC , Episode 93: Aditi Mayer on sustainability and decolonizing fashion , and Episode 94: Ettienne Percy of 90Something Magnolia, on building a sustainable fashion brand . During our conversation, Michael and I touched upon the following resources in our conversation: The role of the media and culture in shaping girls’ and women’s views of themselves and their relationship to the beauty industry The documentary film, “ Miss Representation ” by Jennifer Siebel Newsom, that explores how mainstream media and culture contribute to the underrepresentation of women in positions of power in America Our interview with Susan Basterfield and Gina Stevens-Rembe from the Enspiral Network The relevance of the term " decolonize " to our podocast, political ideology, and movement building Hasan Minhaj's Patriot Act episode on fast fashion The TV show, The Good Place How <a href= "https://theconversation.com/bees-how-imp
Thu, April 16, 2020
#SurvivorStories Series with "Carol" on parenting with an abuser during COVID-19
On this #SurvivorStories series episode, our guest is "Carol." a protective mom of two young boys. Carol shares with us her struggles as a parent during a pandemic and how her efforts to keep her children safe are compromised by her ex-husband. During our conversation, "Carol" shares with us examples of #abusertactics used by her ex-husband that inhibit her ability to make safe choices for her children and for herself and some #upstandertips on how we, as a society, can use this awareness to do better. During our conversation, Carol and I referenced the following resources and topics: The NYT article by Megan Twohey on how COVID-19 is affecting custody arrangements Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor's book, She Said , on the Harvey Weinstein #MeToo takedown Teri's response to Megan's article on Twitter How coercive control manifests in family court decisions for survivors and their children The Queens mom, Jessica Chan, who sent her kids to her parents so they could be safe while she worked on the frontlines The recent Wisconsin primary election and the latest challenge to the Supreme Court's decision about absentee ballots Voter disenfranchisement as "coercive control" --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . <
Thu, April 09, 2020
Laura Ramirez of Af3irm on decolonizing "sex work"
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Laura Ramirez, the Program Coordinator at Coalition Against Trafficking in Women (CATW) . In that role and as a member of Af3irm , a transnational feminist organization, Laura speaks to us today about the ways in which health care policy and, in particular, COVID-19 or the coronavirus impacts human and sex trafficking, prostitution and pornography.. We will explore the ways in which the global demand for prostitution puts women and girls at particularly high risk of harm and exacerbates systemic gender disparities in income, wealth, mobility, and health outcomes. During our conversation, Laura and I referenced the following resources and topics: The difference between "sex trafficking" and "human trafficking" and the definition offered by the Palermo Protocol Sex trafficking as a gendered crime given that over 90% of global victims are women and girls "Sex work" and labor rights NYC's proposed bill to decriminalize prostitution The difference between legalization or decriminalization of prostitution and the Equality or Nordic Model The work that New Yorkers for the Equality Model is doing to oppose the decriminalization bill The impact of COVID-19 on the prostitution industry across the world How the Nordic model has shifted the shame from those prostituted to the buyers as a deterrent to prostitution Pornhub's offer of free premium porn as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic and mask donation How coron
Thu, April 02, 2020
en(gender)ed Reflections trailer on the gendered impact of COVID-19 or the coronavirus
During our conversation, Michael and I touched upon the following resources: Healthcare officials' consideration to recommend broader use of face masks The shortage of the masks in the United States How domestic violence incidents have increased since and enabled by the lockdown A United Nations' 2018 study on how the home is the most dangerous place for women titled " Global Study on Homicide " The connection between male unemployment and increased rates of domestic violence How abusers are weaponizing he coronavirus to further interfere with the relationship between protective mother and child--a typical #abusertactic The #abusertactic of "parental alienation" or "parental alienation syndrome (PAS)" to discredit claims of abuse and Joan Meier's research on how courts punish mothers for reporting abuse Increased independent and Democratic support for Trump despite his bungling of the COVID-19 crisis Behind the numbers of Trump's approval rating How Trump is touting the use of a non-CDC tested and approved drug, Hydroxychloroquine , an anti-malaria drug, to treat coronavirus, and how an Arizona man died self-medicating with a form of the drug Trump's <a href= "https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/30
Thu, March 26, 2020
Ettienne Percy of 90 Something Magnolia, on building a sustainable fashion brand
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest Ettienne Percy, the founder of 90Something Magnolia , a social enterprise which brings together the intersection of fashion, sustainability and creative entrepreneurship. We speak with Ettienne today about how he envisions his platform to be a tool for aspiring creatives to collaborate and to incorporate creative reuse ideas and practices into their business model. This episode is co-produced with 90Something Magnolia. During our conversation, Ettienne and I referenced the following resources and topics: The concept of "creative entrepreuneurship" How 90Something Magnolia is incorporating upcycling and sustainability into its production process and business model Ettienne's repetoire of entrepreneurial "power tools" --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!</spa
Thu, March 19, 2020
Aditi Mayer on sustainability and decolonizing fashion
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Aditi Mayer, the creative behind ADIMAY , a sustainable fashion blog exploring the ties between style, sustainability, and social justice. We speak with Aditi today about her work to decolonize fashion and to encourage conscious living so that consumers can make safer, more ethical, and sustainable choices. During our conversation, Aditi and I referenced the following resources and topics: What Aditi means by "decolonizing fashion" How supply chains of fashion today mirror colonial trade routes The disproportionate impact fashion manufacturing has on women Workers organizing in Los Angeles through the Garment Worker Center The hashtag campaign #WhoMadeMyClothes The impact of influencer culture on consumer sustainable fashion choices The concept of "circularity" in regenerative aesthetics What to look for when purchasing eco-friendly garments and products What it means to be an Oeko-Tex certified product How do you know when you are engaging in "cultural appropriation" --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes th
Thu, March 12, 2020
Julie Raskin of the Foundation for New York's Strongest on zero waste and building a cleaner, greener NYC
On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, our guest is Julie Raskin , Executive Director for the Foundation for New York’s Strongest , the official non-profit partner of the NYC Department of Sanitation . We speak with Julie today about her work leading NYC’s efforts to reduce waste and promote zero waste through the organization’s co-hosting of ReFashion Week , its promotion of sustainable brands and products, and its advancement of policies and practices that help us build a cleaner and greener city. During our conversation, Julie and I referenced the following resources and topics: The Foundation's efforts reducing food waste and to send zero waste to landfills through initiatives such as the NYC Food Waste Fair The role of Donate NYC to help achieve zero waste and its app for city The Department of Sanitation's efforts to build a Sanitation museum and the " Treasures in the Trash " collection The Fresh Kills landfill on Staten Island The Department of Sanitation's partnership with Housing Works called " Refashion Bins " NYC's recent single use plastic ban The Foundation's partnership with Parley for the Oceans Fashion designer Heron Preston's collaboration with the NYC Department of Sanitation The Ellen MacArthur Foundation's #WearNext campaign to make fashion circular The work the Center for Health Equity in NYC is doing to advance racial equity and social justice ---
Thu, March 05, 2020
Marjorie Lau on Marlo Hydroponic Skincare, beauty, and sustainability
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Majorie Lau, a veteran beauty industry executive and co-founder of Marlo Hydroponic Skincare , the first skincare product to be grown hydroponically. Our conversation with Marjorie explores the ways in which Marlo Hydroponic Skincare offers a different choice for skincare that is rooted in and celebrates natural beauty, the message she hopes Marlo can convey to girls and women, and the importance of connecting consumer choice with sustainability. During our conversation, Marjorie and I referenced the following resources and topics: The concept of " sustainable beauty " The iconic hiring of RuPaul to be the face of MAC Why the Victoria's Secret fashion show was cancelled How Marlo's as a product--its ingredients, its packaging, its partnerships, all further the company's sustainability goals --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram <span style="font-weight: 400
Thu, February 27, 2020
Lynn Power on managing #MeToo as a former advertising executive and disrupting the beauty industry with Masami hair products
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Lynn Power, the CEO of Masami , a vegan, cruelty-free, and botanically hydrated hair products company. Prior to founding Masami, Lynn worked as an advertising executive and played a leading role in the launch of such brands as Clinique's Even Better and L'Oreal's Clinical. We speak with Lynn today about her experience as former CEO of J. Walter Thompson’s NY office in the wake of #metoo and the company’s own sexual discrimination law suit, the role of the advertising industry in shaping consumer opinions and behaviors, and her subsequent decision to disrupt he beauty industry through her new venture with Masami. During our conversation, Lynn and I referenced the following resources and topics: Lynn's experience helming J. Walter Thompson's (JWT) New York office and leading the organization through its own #MeToo crisis Other #MeToo moments in the advertising industry The role the advertising industry has in shaping definitions of femininity and masculinity and gender relations Study results showing gender bias in the advertising industry (from the JWT partnership with the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media ) and the importance of having female role models on screen Moira Donegan's " Media Men" list " Diet Madison Avenue " anonymous Instagram account Our interviews with BetterBrave and #NotMe , both possible solutions to the issue of work place misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination How the Masami Institute is working to preserve the ocea
Thu, February 20, 2020
Erika Geraerts on beauty and how It's All Fluff
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Erika Geraerts,a former executive at Frank Body who started her own brand, Fluff , two years ago. We speak with Erika today about her journey as a founder and beauty brand iconoclast, Fluff , an ethical beauty brand based in Melbourne, the state of the beauty industry, and the ways in which beauty, lifestyle, consumption intersect to shape women’s views of ourselves, our bodies, and impact our relationships. During our conversation, Erika and I referenced the following resources and topics: The role of family and culture in shaping girls' and women's views of themselves and their relationship to the beauty industry The documentary film, " Miss Representation " by Jennifer Siebel Newsom, that explores how mainstream media and culture contribute to the underrepresentation of women in positions of power in America The stereotypical housewife archetype of June Cleaver in Leave It to Beaver (whom Teri mistakenly referred to as "Betty Cleaver") The impact of Kim Kardashian on girls, beauty, self-image, etc. The Medium post about a mom who pretended she was an 11 year-old girl and what she learned in the process This episode was sponsored by Masami , the ultimate in botanically hydrated hair. You can find Masami online at l ovemasami.com and share your hair @lovemasamihair on Instagram , Facebook, Pinterest or Twitter . --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site <span style="font-weight: 400;
Thu, February 13, 2020
en(gender)ed Reflections on patriarchy and masculinity
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on patriarchy and masculinity: Episode 84: Cleo Stiller on her book “Modern Manhood: Conversations About the Complicated World of Being a Good Man Today ,” Episode 85: Jonathan Custodio on gender, masculinity, and listening to the en(gender)ed podcast , Episode 86: Jess Hill on her book “See What You Made Me Do: Power, Control and Domestic Abuse” , and Episode 87: Edgar Villaneuva on Decolonizing Wealth . During our conversation, Michael and I touched upon the following resources in our conversation: The concept of the " friend zone " The Moth episode with Jerry Mitchell and his decades long work investigating Civil Rights era killings by KKK member Byron de la Beckwith The similarities between Albert Biderman's "Chart of Coercion" used against Korean War POWs and Chinese authoritarian state tactics described in my interview with Leta Hong Fincher Ferraro and Johnson's list of six ways women rationalize their abuse and justify staying in abusive relationships The model of "women's police stations" as an effective intervention in the global south against domestic violence My conversation with Richie Reseda on "Teaching Feminism to Reduce Recidivism" and how the concept of " restorative justice " is not appropriate in domestic violence cases , but is nevertheless used, and Jess Hill's example of a different form of "restorative
Thu, February 06, 2020
Edgar Villanueva on Decolonizing Wealth
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Edgar Villanueva , a globally-recognized expert on social justice philanthropy. Edgar currently serves as Chair of the Board of Directors of Native Americans in Philanthropy and is a Board Member of the Andrus Family Fund , a national foundation that works to improve outcomes for vulnerable youth. We speak with Edgar today about his work and the ideas in his book , " Decolonizing Wealth ," which offers a vision of philanthropy and wealth creation and accumulation through the lens of social justice and racial equity. During our conversation, Edgar and I referenced the following resources and topics: Audre Lorde's concept that the "Master's Tools Will Not Dismantle the Master's House" and if they can The Indigenous, Lakota concept of " All My Relations " or " Mitakuye Oyasin " My interview with CV Harquail about her book, " Feminism: A Key Idea for Business and Society " Edgar's suggested policy proposals for the philanthropic sector to address historical racial and gender inequality The Equal Rights Amendment Melinda Gates' Pivotal Ventures which is focused on gender equality Kate Manne's " Down Girl: The Logic of Misogyny" book and its ideas about empathy and humanity with respect to sexist behavior --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site <span style="fon
Thu, January 30, 2020
Jess Hill on her book "See What You Made Me Do: Power, Control and Domestic Abuse"
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Jess Hill , an investigative journalist who has been researching and writing about domestic abuse since 2014. Jess was listed in Foreign Policy’s top 100 women to follow on Twitter and one of the 30 most influential people under 30 by Cosmopolitan magazine. We speak with Jess today about her book, “ See What You Made Me Do: Power, Control and Domestic Abuse ” and the issues it addresses with regard to how patriarchy constructs masculinity and its intersection with how society defines abuse, enables it, minimizes it, and misconstrues it. In our conversation, Jess and I also delve into the ways her book and research offers examples of success and disruption that are worth exploring. During our conversation, Jess and I referenced the following resources and topics: The case of Luke Batty in 2014 that started Jess to report on domestic abuse Jess' approach as a journalist on how she investigated and told these stories Lundy Bancroft's Why Does He Do That? Domestic abuse as "coercive control" and Evan Stark's book by the same name Diana Russell's Rape in Marriage Albert Biderman's "Chart of Coercion" Different types of perpetrators and common behaviors or behavioral drivers The impact of attachment theory in family court outcomes and, subsequently, abusers' use of disinformation tactics like Richard Gardner's "Parental Alienation Syndrome " theory to bias family courts against victims of abuse across the globe Ferraro and Johnson's list of six ways in which women rationalize their abuse to stay in their relationships Women's police
Thu, January 23, 2020
Jonathan Custodio on gender, masculinity, and listening to the en(gender)ed podcast
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Jonathan Custodio, a recent Lehman college graduate, a New Yorker, and a journalist focused on bringing awareness to community issues around racial and cultural identify and disenfranchisement. Jonathan joins us today to talk about the ways in which masculinity in culture and the media have shaped him--his ideas, his behaviors, and his relationships-- and how listening to the en(gender)ed podcast has informed his subsequent changes and thoughts about how gender and identity is constructed. During our conversation, Jonathan and I referenced the following resources and topics: The TV show, The Wire Our interview with Richie Reseda and teaching feminism to reduce recidivism How the brain matures at age 25 and what happens then Masculinity and its men's attitudes towards seeking mental health help ACEs or Adverse Childhood Experiences The concept of " microaggressions " Our interview with author, Leta Hong Fincher , on Chinese feminists and her books, Leftover Women and Betraying Big Brother Our interview with Taté Walker on using storytelling and art to create social change around Indigenous rights (We apologize that our guest misgendered Taté by referring to them as a 'she' instead of 'they') Our interview with Indian feminist activist, Bimla Vishwapremi Teri's use of the #ConnectTheDots hashtag to bring awareness of the ways in which gender-based violence and/or oppression is rendered invisible in the media --- Thanks for tu
Thu, January 16, 2020
Cleo Stiller on her book "Modern Manhood: Conversations About the Complicated World of Being a Good Man Today"
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Cleo Stiller , an Emmy and Peabody Award-nominated reporter who talks about her new book, Modern Manhood: Conversations About the Complicated World of Being a Good Man Today . In our conversation, Cleo and I will examine the ways in which men are navigating issues of dating, parenting, friendships, and money, to name a few. She hopes this book will be the catalyst for ongoing dialogue amongst all genders about issues regarding boundaries, consent, and healthy relationships. During our conversation, Cleo and I referenced the following resources and topics: Cleo's former TV show called, Sex. Right. Now with Cleo Stiller Lux Alptraum, author of Faking It: The Lies Women Tell About Sex--and the Truths They Reveal Dan Doty of Evryman Tony Porter's " man box " concept CV Harquail's book and ideas on feminism and business Biological anthropologist Dr. Helen Fisher 's explanation of the inception of "single-income" and its evolution to "dual-income" and return to our past agrarian provider roles Suze Orman's Women and Money book and it relevance to " financial feminism " --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable.</s
Trailer · Thu, January 09, 2020
en(gender)ed trailer for 2020
Happy New Year and New Decade! In this en(gender)ed trailer, we speak about upcoming episodes and themes. Be sure to connect with us on social media so you won't miss any upcoming announcements for events, activities, or other news. If you're interested in volunteering as a social media moderator, please reach out to us at engenderedpodcast@gmail.com. Until next time, stay safe and continue to speak truth to power! --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!
Thu, January 02, 2020
en(gender)ed Reflections on culture and gender roles
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on culture and gender roles: Episode 78: Taté Walker on using storytelling and art to create social change around Indigenous rights , Episode 79: Bimla Vishwapremi, a feminist activist, on women’s rights in India , and Episode 81: #SurvivorStories Series with Aneri Shah–on gender roles and how her Indian-American identity impacted her #MeToo experience . During my conversation with Michael, Michael referred to Taté as "she" instead of "they" as is Taté's preferred pronoun. I didn't notice this until the editing process and apologize to Taté for not correcting Michael. We also touched upon the following resources in our conversation: The high rates of domestic abuse within the law enforcement profession India's recently introduced " Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) " and its connection to the National Registry of Citizens (NRC), and what it means for Muslims The Dirty John Netflix show Our reference to how society, culture, and family create status or "shame" in survivors, as evidenced in Episode 20: #SurvivorStories Series with Rosaura Torres Thomas, on abuse when your partner is a cop Rachel Louise Snyder's book, No Visible Bruises , makes the top 10 NYT list of best books of 2019 --- Thanks for tuning in to t
Thu, December 26, 2019
#SurvivorStories Series with Aneri Shah--on gender roles and how her Indian-American identity impacted her #MeToo experience
On this #SurvivorStories series episode, our guest is Aneri Shah, founder of the Matriarchy,an organization that envisions that all genders can come together to discuss gender-based violence, its causes and its impact, in order to effect positive policy change. Aneri speaks with us today about growing up first generation American, gender roles, and how her identity as an Indian-American informed how she and her family and community responded to her own #MeToo moment. During our conversation, Aneri and I referenced the following resources and topics: The Indian-Canadian comedian, Russell Peters The concept of " filial piety " in Asian families The Netflix show, " Dating Around " The effects of Rohypnol or the "roofie" drug The Grey's Anatomy episode on the process of collecting a rape kit How Simone Biles responded to her trauma through sleep Rebecca Traister's book: " Good and Mad: The Revolutionary Power of Women's Anger " --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/engenderedpodcast/" target
Trailer · Thu, December 19, 2019
Podcast Update, Listener Feedback, and Request for Support
On this episode, I wanted to share with you my participation in the upcoming Podcast Movement Evolutions Conference in February 2020 as a speaker. I will be presenting on the topic: " Art and Activism: The evolution of my podcast listener from passivity to engagement ." Please feel free to stop by and join the conversation on the expo stage. I've also shared some listener feedback in the episode on how the show has impacted them. Please help make this show sustainable by making a tax-deductible contribution before the end of the year. I always welcome listener feedback and appreciate when you tag me and subscribe, share, rate and review the podcast so we can grow our community and impact. Have a great holiday season and stay safe and warm! --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!
Thu, December 12, 2019
Bimla Vishwapremi, a feminist activist, on women's rights in India
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Bimla Vishwapremi, a feminist activist in India fighting for Dalit and women’s rights around issues of ending violence, promoting education and investment in women’s businesses through microfinancing, and Dalit forest rights. We speak to Bimla today about her work in all of these areas and its intersection of class, caste, and gender. Our conversation will be conducted in English and Hindi with a translation by an Indian activist. During our conversation, Bimla and I referenced the following resources and topics: The International Dalit Solidarity Network and the issues faced by Dalit women Dalit feminism Rural Technology Development Centre RTDC --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!
Thu, December 05, 2019
Taté Walker on using storytelling and art to create social change around Indigenous rights
On today’s episode, our guest is Taté Walker , a Lakota citizen of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe of South Dakota. They are a banner-waving Two Spirit feminist, Indigenous rights activist, and a published and award-winning storyteller for outlets like Everyday Feminism , Feminist Humanist Alliance , Native Peoples magazine, and Indian Country Today . Taté uses their 15 years of experience working for daily newspapers, social justice organizations, and tribal education systems to organize students and professionals around issues of critical cultural competency, anti-racism/anti-bias, and inclusive community building. We speak with Taté today about their work in using storytelling and art to create social change. During our conversation, Taté and I referenced the following resources and topics: The book, " Fierce: Essays by and about Dauntless Women " by Karyn Kloumann, in which Taté's essay " Origins " appears The concept of " two-spirit " The gender unicorn Rates of violence against American Indian and Alaska Native women The movement and the organization helping to bring awareness to " Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls " Native Americans have the highest rates of enlistment than any other ethnic group in the United States The movement to end Native mascots in professional sports Netflix's American Son and the Opportunity Agenda 's Discussion Guide on the film Taté's book coming out in 2020: " Thunder Thighs and Trickster Vibes: Essays on Immigration, Gender, and Equality " The Lakota concept of "<a hr
Thu, November 28, 2019
en(gender)ed Reflections on feminist practices in business
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on feminist practices in business: Episodes 72 & 73: CV Harquail on her book “Feminism–A Key Idea for Business and Society, ” Episode 74: Vanessa Dawson of the Vinetta Project on investing in female tech founders , Episodes 75 & 76 : Susan Basterfield and Gina Stevens-Rembe on Enspiral and its feminist business ecosystem. Teri and Michael co-host the en(gender)ed reflections episodes which serve to help curate a series of past episodes, usually around a specific theme. We hope these episodes help listeners coming in at that point of the podcast identify particular episodes and themes that they may want to explore. During our reflection, we talked about these additional resources: An article on " How the US employee benefits compares to Europe's " " What caused the decline of unions in America?" The practice of " land acknowledgement " shared in Episode 72. Radiolab's " Dolly Parton's America " series Rush Limbaugh's coining of the term "feminazi" to silence women and contribute to a decades long assault on discrediting women's efforts for equality and women's rights The Netflix documentary on the history of women's reproductive rights called " Reversing Roe " Senator Elizabeth Warren's proposed <a href= "https://www.cnbc.com/2019/11/
Thu, November 21, 2019
Susan Basterfield and Gina Stevens-Rembe on Enspiral and its feminist business ecosystem (Part 2 of 2)
On today’s episode, our guests are Susan Basterfield and Gina Stevens-Rembe, collaborators in the Enspiral Network , a collective of social enterprises, ventures, and individuals working collaboratively across the world to support people who want to spend their lives changing the world. Enspiral builds collaborative tools and processes to facilitate the sharing of money through participatory budgets, the sharing of control through collaborative decision-making , and the sharing of information through their Handbook of agreements and guidelines. Aside from her role as Enspiral’s Foundation Director, Susan also co-founded Greaterthan , a professional training and coaching organization at the forefront of decentralized, self-managed, and participatory work. Gina’s passion for equity and justice led her to her current role as Operations Lead of Enspiral’s Developer’s Academy . We speak to Susan and Gina today about the work they do, the vision they bring, and how they are leveraging both to transform the way we think and go about work. Part 2 of our conversation continues our discussion with Susan and Gina and delves into the examples of initiatives and ventures within the Enspiral Network and how they are building cultures that support agency, autonomy, and self-organization. During our conversation, Susan, Gina, and I referenced the following resources and topics: The network's book, " Better Work Together " " The Tyranny of Structurelessness " by Jo Freeman The Enspiral and Loomio Cooperative Handbooks, Software Mill's Handbook for New Employees A company in the US called Ouishare questioning and experimenting with social models based on collaboration, openness and fairness Mingyur Rinpoche 's book, " The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness " and his Tergar meditation community who is featured in the recent Netflix special, " <a href= "https://www.breezejmu.org/c
Thu, November 14, 2019
Susan Basterfield and Gina Stevens-Rembe on Enspiral and its feminist business ecosystem (Part 1 of 2)
On today’s episode, our guests are Susan Basterfield and Gina Stevens-Rembe, collaborators in the Enspiral Network , a collective of social enterprises, ventures, and individuals working collaboratively across the world to support people who want to spend their lives changing the world. Enspiral builds collaborative tools and processes to facilitate the sharing of money through participatory budgets, the sharing of control through collaborative decision-making , and the sharing of information through their Handbook of agreements and guidelines. Aside from her role as Enspiral’s Foundation Director, Susan also co-founded Greaterthan , a professional training and coaching organization at the forefront of decentralized, self-managed, and participatory work. Gina’s passion for equity and justice led her to her current role as Operations Lead of Enspiral’s Developer’s Academy . We speak to Susan and Gina today about the work they do, the vision they bring, and how they are leveraging both to transform the way we think and go about work. During our conversation, Susan, Gina, and I referenced the following resources and topics: The concept of "emotional labor" Loomio , an open-source collaboration platform for collective decision-making, part of the Enspiral network The " Parihaka " movement of non-violent resistance The " Treaty of Waitangi " Jo Freeman's " Tyranny of Structurelessness " The network's book, " Better Work Together " --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . <span style="font-weight: 40
Thu, November 07, 2019
Vanessa Dawson of the Vinetta Project on investing in female tech founders
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Vanessa Dawson, CEO and Founder of the Vinetta Project , a global eco-system designed to help high-growth female founders secure the mentorship, funding and support they need to scale their business successfully. By offering access to resources, Vinetta is creating a diverse and inclusive environment that supports the advancement of women and other marginalized groups. Since 2013, Vinetta has facilitated the flow of more than $180 million in funding toward tech in companies founded by women. We speak with Vanessa today about working at the intersection of gender and economic justice, closing the gender funding gap for female tech founders. During our conversation, Vanessa and I referenced the following resources and topics: " Funding For Female Founders Stalled at 2.2% of VC Dollars in 2018 " Unconscious bias The HBR article: " Male and Female Entrepreneurs Get Asked Different Questions by VCs — and It Affects How Much Funding They Get " How the Vinetta Project uses the four pillars of capital to help female tech founders The work of the National Women's Business Council David Letterman's interview with Melinda Gates about how feminist informs her thinking on policy --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on <a href="https://twitter.com/engenderedpod" t
Thu, October 31, 2019
CV Harquail on her book "Feminism--A Key Idea for Business and Society" (Part 2 of 2)
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is CV Harquail , a change agent, author, consultant and retired management professor who works at the intersection of organizational change, feminist praxis, leadership, and digital technology. We will be talking about her recent book, Feminism: A Key Idea for Business and Society --the first to combine feminism and business. We explore how the ideas in the book craft a vision of work where businesses are profitable, products and work are meaningful, financial returns are consistent and fair, and individuals, communities, and the planet all flourish. CV offers practical tools, useful frameworks, and novel resources for initiating and sustaining real change. For part 2 of our conversation, CV and I referenced the following resources: Bengt Holmstrom and Jean Tirole's paper, " The Theory of the Firm " What is a land acknowledgement ? The concept of "oblivious discovery" in which feminist ideas or concepts have been appropriated and reformulated as "new" How Jeremy Heimans and Henry Timms' book, " New Power " bro-propriates the concept from Mary Parker Follett , an organizational theory and behavior philosopher and often called the "Mother of Modern Management" and coined the term "power with" rather than "power over" as a way to share power Examples of organizations applying feminist business practices or values to growth including Lunapads , Bumble , Percolab , Basecamp , and Loomio Samantha Slade's book " Going Horizontal: Creating A Non-Hierarchical Organization, One Practice At a Time " The role of the ERA or Equal Rights Amendment in incentivizing businesses to prioritize gender equality and equity in the workplace Andrea Dworkin 's ideas about sex and violence Th
Thu, October 24, 2019
CV Harquail on her book "Feminism--A Key Idea for Business and Society"
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is CV Harquail , a change agent, author, consultant and retired management professor who works at the intersection of organizational change, feminist praxis, leadership, and digital technology. We will be talking about her recent book, Feminism: A Key Idea for Business and Society --the first to combine feminism and business. We explore how the ideas in the book craft a vision of work where businesses are profitable, products and work are meaningful, financial returns are consistent and fair, and individuals, communities, and the planet all flourish. CV offers practical tools, useful frameworks, and novel resources for initiating and sustaining real change. During our conversation, CV and I referenced the following resources: The definition of feminism as defined by bell hooks in Feminism is for Everybody The differences between equity, equality and parity The five feminist values CV offers for work and business Elizabeth Schussler Fiorenza 's definition of kyriarchy Neoliberalism's role in shaping the world of business today The six more common ways organizations respond to gender inequality in the workplace Be sure to check in next week for Part 2 of our conversation with CV where she talks about feminist organizational structures, practices, and systems, and how businesses can implement them and be transformed by them. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on <a href="https://twitter.com/engenderedpod" target= "_blank" r
Thu, October 17, 2019
en(gender)ed Reflections on the weaponization of motherhood
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on the weaponization of motherhood - Episode 67: Bethany Johnson and Maggie Quinlan on “You’re Doing It Wrong! Mothering, Media and Medical Expertise ,” Episode 68: Indra Lusero of the National Advocates for Pregnant Women on Reproductive Justice as a Human Right , Episode 69: #SurvivorStories Series with Jessica Ingels on courts giving custody to abusers , and Episode 70: Follow up to #SurvivorStories Series with Jessica Ingels–on courts giving custody to abusers . Teri and Michael co-host the en(gender)ed reflections episodes which serve to help curate a series of past episodes, usually around a specific theme. We hope these episodes help listeners coming in at that point of the podcast identify particular episodes and themes that they may want to explore. During our reflection, we talked about these additional resources: The film, the Joker , and its portrayal of victim-blaming victims of domestic violence Our interview with Rachel Louise Snyder on her book, No Visible Bruises The Business of Being Born documentary Black mother mortality rate So you want to talk about race by Ijeoma Oluo The Equal Rights Amendment and the documentary Equal Means Equal The discredited Bell Curve book and its idea that there was a correlation with race and lower IQ --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! <span style="font-weight:
Bonus · Thu, October 10, 2019
Follow up to #SurvivorStories Series with Jessica Ingels--on courts giving custody to abusers
On this episode of the en(gender)ed, I am responding to the flurry of attacks I received from publishing Jessica Ingels' #SurvivorStories series episode last week. For a the transcript to this episode, visit the website page here . --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!
Thu, October 03, 2019
#SurvivorStories Series with Jessica Ingels on courts giving custody to abusers
On this episode of the en(gender)ed #SurvivorStories series, our guest is Jessica Ingels , a protective mother and domestic violence victim and survivor. In our conversation, Jessica describes the ways in which her abusive ex-husband has weaponized the courts against her to obtain custody of their daughter, despite her protective order against him and her status as an eligible Crime Victims Compensation Bureau victim. Jessica shares with us the ways in which the courts have viewed her protective mother status as a liability and used it to label her unfit to see her daughter, despite their own clear conflicts of interest that should have disqualified them from any decision-making or involvement in her case. Throughout our conversation with survivors, we reference #abusertactics, #signsofabuse, and #upstandertips. During our conversation, Jessica and I referenced the following resources: How domestic abusers groom and isolate their victims Domestic Violence Legal Empowerment and Appeals Project Episode 9 with Joan Meier and her recent final publication of her research on how courts view claims of abuse Jessica's CourtWatch details for October 9th, 2019 Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter <
Thu, September 26, 2019
Indra Lusero of the National Advocates for Pregnant Women on Reproductive Justice as a Human Right
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Indra Lusero, a staff attorney at the National Advocates for Pregnant Women (NAPW) , a non-profit organization that combines pro-bono criminal defense and civil rights legal work, advocacy, and public education and organizing to ensure that no one is locked-up, shamed, or denied constitutional or human rights because they have the capacity for pregnancy, are pregnant, or because of any outcome of pregnancy, including abortion, miscarriage, stillbirth and birth. We speak with Indra today about the work their organization does to educate the public about the weaponization of motherhood and pregnancy and how it supports those accused or criminalized for their pregnancy choices or outcomes. During our conversation, Indra and I referenced the following resources: The difference between reproductive justice and reproductive rights How the " Chemical Endangerment Law " is being used against pregnant people The case of Marshae Jones in Alabama The Rinat Dray case in which a New York hospital's secret policy led to woman being given C-section against her will Obstetric violence as a human rights violation and Make Mothers Matter's report on obstetric violence Our interview with Bethany Johnson and Maggie Quinlan , authors of You're Doing It Wrong! Mothering, Media, and Medical Expertise Roberta Baker's premature birth at home leading to her being charged with felony child abuse and neglect Christine Taylor's arrest for attempted fetal homicide for falling do
Thu, September 19, 2019
Bethany Johnson and Maggie Quinlan on "You're Doing It Wrong! Mothering, Media and Medical Expertise"
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guests are Bethany Johnson and Maggie Quinlan , co-authors of the book, You’re Doing it Wrong! Mothering, Media and Medical Expertise , which investigates the storied history of expertise around mothering in society and in the media. As an Associate Professor of Communications at UNC Charlotte, Maggie work explores how communication creates, resists and transforms knowledge about bodies. Bethany is an instructor in the Department of History and her research focuses on American medical and gender history. Our discussion today will deep dive into their most recent joint work, You’re Doing it Wrong! and its analysis of the history of mothering, mothering experts, and the implications social media has had on the experience of mothering in this country and the issues of equality it raises for mothers to receive equitable care. During our conversation, Bethany and Maggie and I referenced the following resources: Episode 9 with Joan Meier and her recent final publication of her research on how courts view claims of abuse Robin Jensen's Infertility: Tracing the History of a Transformative Term The work of Mary Putnam Jacobi on women's health The work of Dr. Matrika Johnson on research and work in reproductive endocrinology and infertility in the African-American community Teri's reference to the National Advocates for Pregnant Women The feminist group Heterdoxy who brought birthing into hospitals Maya Dusenbery's book, Doing Harm Serena Williams' near death experience after giving birth If you'd like to purchase Bethany and Maggie's book, click on this <a href= "https://drive.go
Thu, September 12, 2019
en(gender)ed Reflections on child sexual abuse
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on the child sexual abuse - Episode 60: Gary Greenberg on the NYS “Child Victims Act”–activism and accountability in response to child sexual abuse , Episode 61: #SurvivorStories series with Kathy Picard, on her book, “Life with My Idiot Family: A True Story of Survival, Courage and Justice Over Childhood Sexual Abuse,” Episode 62: #SurvivorStories series with Hunter Maxwell on witnessing domestic violence and surviving childhood sexual abuse , and Episode 63: James Powell on the power of social work therapy to heal trauma . Teri and Michael co-host the en(gender)ed reflections episodes which serve to help curate a series of past episodes, usually around a specific theme. We hope these episodes help listeners coming in at that point of the podcast identify particular episodes and themes that they may want to explore. During our reflection, we talked about these additional resources: Governor Cuomo's signing of Erin's Law without a public ceremony with advocates How child sexual abuse survivors who don't have institutional perpetrators have "no path to justice" Gary's Fighting for Children PAC , also known as Protect NY Kids --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider do
Thu, September 05, 2019
en(gender)ed Reflections on women and technology
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on the women and technology - Episode 57: Nicole Lazzaro on gender and women in technology , Episode 58: LeBaron Meyers on #NotMe as a mobile solution to workplace misconduct , and Episode 59: #SurvivorStories series with “Ashley” on the dangers of technology–cyberstalking and surveillance . Teri and Michael co-host the en(gender)ed reflections episodes which serve to help curate a series of past episodes, usually around a specific theme. We hope these episodes help listeners coming in at that point of the podcast identify particular episodes and themes that they may want to explore. During our reflection, we talked about these additional resources: The connection between video games and gun violence " The men behind the US's deadliest mass shootings have domestic violence — not mental illness — in common" "A Common Trait Among Mass Killers: Hatred Toward Women" "Armed and Misogynist: How Toxic Masculinity Fuels Mass Shootings" Hasan Minhaj's episode on " The Dark Side of the Video Game Industry " Anita Sarkeesian and GamerGate The myth of false reporting and statistics behind it Teri's interview with the " I Can't Believe It's Not News " podcast on "PAS" or "Parental Alienation Synd
Thu, August 22, 2019
en(gender)ed Reflections on gender and international feminism
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on the gender and international feminism - Episode 53: Seth Shelden on his work for Nobel Peace Prize winner ICAN and disarmament , Episode 54: Damien Mander on the Akashinga or “the Brave Ones”–an all female anti-poaching unit , and Episode 55: Leta Hong Fincher on Chinese feminists and their importance to #MeToo and international women’s rights . Teri and Michael co-host the en(gender)ed reflections episodes which serve to help curate a series of past episodes, usually around a specific theme. We hope these episodes help listeners coming in at that point of the podcast identify particular episodes and themes that they may want to explore. During our reflection, we talked about these additional resources: Mass shooting in Philadelphia with six officers shot Statistics behind gun deaths in the United States, 60% of which is accounted for by suicide in 2017 The United Nations Study on Global Homicides: Gender-Related Killings of Women & Girls --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on <a href="https://twitter.co
Thu, August 15, 2019
James Powell on the power of social work therapy to heal trauma
Our guest today is James Powell, a social worker and practicing therapist at Jason Walter and Associates . James believes that healing and self-actualization result from a life-long commitment to self-reflection—the constant pursuit of increasing congruency between one’s values and behavior. Her psychotherapeutic practice is rooted in Buddhism, 12-step philosophy, shamanic spirituality, humanistic psychology, and psychodynamic theory. James works with clients who have experienced loss, interpersonal violence, and addiction. James will speak with us today about her practice and how her identity and experience as a survivor of interpersonal violence informs her work as a practitioner helping others engaged in similar struggles and journeys. During our conversation, James and I referenced the following resources: Judith Herman's Trauma and Recovery The Feminist Next Door's tweet about interpersonal violence and the en(gender)ed podcast tweet American Psychological Association's guidelines for practice with girls/women and boys/men Peggy Orenstein's article, " It's Not That Men Don't Know What Consent Is " Teri's post about a NYC pilot with survivors taking into account the trauma history of the abuser --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your <a href="https://engend
Thu, August 08, 2019
#SurvivorStories series with Hunter Maxwell on witnessing domestic violence and surviving childhood sexual abuse
** Please note that this episode contains some explicit descriptions of child sexual abuse .** On this episode of en(gender)ed #SurvivorStories series, our guest is Hunter Maxwell, a survivor of childhood domestic violence and child sexual assault. As a child, he witnessed his mother in several abusive relationships and he himself was sexually abused by an older child in the neighborhood. Hunter speaks with us today about how both of these experiences have shaped him, his relationships,his choices, and what tools he has adopted to build resilience and begin to heal. Throughout our conversation, we reference #signsofabuse, #abusertactics, and #upstandertips. Learn about Hunter's non-profit work here . --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!
Thu, August 01, 2019
#SurvivorStories series with Kathy Picard on her book "Life with My Idiot Family: A True Story of Survival, Courage and Justice Over Childhood Sexual Abuse"
** Please note that this episode contains some explicit descriptions of child sexual abuse .** On this #SurvivorStories series episode, our guest is Kathy Picard, a childhood sexual abuse survivor, author of the book, “ Life with My Idiot Family: A True Story of Survival, Courage and Justice Over Childhood Sexual Abuse ” and advocate for Massachusetts’ reform in extending their criminal and civil statute of limitations for childhood sexual abuse. Kathy is here with us today to speak about the ways in which her abuse affected her relationships, her choices, and her eventual advocacy to help other survivors. We will pay special attention to #AbuserTactics, #SignsofAbuse, and have Kathy share #UpstanderTips on how we can do more to prevent and respond to abuse. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!
Thu, July 25, 2019
Gary Greenberg on the NYS "Child Victims Act"
** Please note that this episode contains some explicit descriptions of child sexual abuse .** On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Gary Greenberg , childhood sexual abuse survivor, activist and founder of the Fighting for Children PAC , also known as Protect NY Kids , which was pivotal in helping NYS pass Child Victims Act legislation in 2019 that extended the Statute of Limitations for child sexual abuse, in both civil and criminal cases. Gary is here to speak with us about his experience as an activist and the long road he traveled to help pass this significant legislation, helping to provide some deterrence and accountability for the 150 kids that are sexually abused in NYS every day. During our conversation, Gary and I referenced the following resources: Eleanor's Legacy New York Progressive Action Network Gary's role in defeating the IDC incumbents True Blue NY Erin's Law in NYS--child sexual abuse prevention classes in schools The status of Brittany's Law in NYS --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes
Thu, July 18, 2019
#SurvivorStories series with "Ashley" on the dangers of technology--cyberstalking and surveillance
On this #SurvivorStories series episode, our guest is “Ashley” a survivor of intimate partner violence and coercive control and a protective mom. Ashley is here to speak with us today about the dangers of technology in domestic violence. In particular, Ashley believes that her husband, from whom she is currently separated, had been cyberstalking her through her computer, We address the impact the surveillance has had on her and review her Order of Protection court proceedings to examine the ways courts view abuse and cyberstalking, uncover myths, and explore ways that our systems and players need to be updated and trained to provide appropriate responses to keep survivors and children safe. Throughout our conversation, Ashley uses pseudonyms for both herself and the other members of her family. We also reference #signsofabuse, #abusertactics, and #upstandertips. To prepare for this interview, we read and reviewed thoroughly Ashley's transcripts from her family court Protection Order hearings. During our conversation, Ashley and I referenced the following: Our interview with Rachel Louise Snyder on her book, No Visible Bruises , and the discussion on how leaving is a process How Apple and Google Lets Domestic Abusers Stalk Victims The inadequate use of the violence model as a basis for the definition of abuse and how coercive control is more appropriate --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , <span style="font-weight: 40
Thu, July 11, 2019
LeBaron Meyers on #NotMe as a mobile solution to workplace misconduct
Our guest today is LeBaron Meyers, President & Chief Business Officer of #NotMe , the first mobile solution to offer a transparent, safe, and simple way to report workplace misconduct. The company’s mission is to bridge the gap between employer and employee by empowering everyone to report and address workplace misconduct they’ve experienced or witnessed,with the eventual goal of prevention. LeBaron speaks with us today about #NotMe, workplace harassment and discrimination, and how her company intends to create a culture of accountability in every workplace. Please refer to our interview with Tammy Cho for resources on the laws and policies governing workplace harassment and discrimination . During out interview, we also referenced Joan Meier's research on how courts view claims of abuse and our interview with Joan. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!
Thu, July 04, 2019
Nicole Lazzaro on gender and women in technology
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Nicole Lazzaro , founder and President of XEODesign, Inc. , As a veteran of the video gaming industry, Nicole leverages her twenty years expertise in Play Experience Design to help companies such as Disney, Lucas Arts, EA Electronic Arts, build memorable and entertaining experiences for their players/customers. Nicole is widely recognized as one of the top women working in video games and a leading figure in mobile and social games, considered one of the 100 most influential women in high tech and voted one of the top 20 women working in video games by Gamasutra. Nicole is also known for designing the first iPhone game called TiltWorld and the players have planted 16,000 trees in Madagascar through the points that they’ve earned in the game.. In our conversation today, Nicole and I will be addressing women in tech, and sexism, misogyny and harassment in tech, her advice to women and founders starting out and GamerGate . During our conversation, Nicole and I referenced the following resources: Women and Minorities in Tech, by the Numbers Girls Who Code and Black Girls Code Ruth Bader Ginsberg's documentary, RBG , and the legal drama about her life, On the Basis of Sex DICE award winner, Christopher Judge of God of War and male allyship How " Funding For Female Founders Stalled at 2.2% of VC Dollars in 2018 " XEODesign games: Follow the White Rabbit and Aladdin's Cave of Wonders <a href="https://wxrfund.com/" target="
Thu, June 27, 2019
en(gender)ed Reflections on the Criminal Justice System
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on the criminal justice system - Episode 47: Dorchen Leidholdt on incarcerated women and survivors of gender-based violence , Episode 48: Dawn Elizabeth Wilcox of Women Count USA on femicide as a national crisis , Episode 49: Rachel Louise Snyder on “No Visible Bruises” and domestic violence as intimate partner terrorism , and Episode 50: Richie Reseda on teaching feminism to reduce recidivism . Teri and Michael co-host the en(gender)ed reflections episodes which serve to help curate a series of past episodes, usually around a specific theme. We hope these episodes help listeners coming in at that point of the podcast identify particular episodes and themes that they may want to explore. During our reflection, we talked about these additional resources: The United Nations Study on Global Homicides: Gender-Related Killings of Women & Girls Myths and actual rates of false reporting in sexual violence cases and the original research paper from a 10-year study by David Lisak et al . Ibram Kendi's reflections on systemic racism and his book, Stamped from the Beginning Here is information on the ERA and CEDAW The effects of aging on recidivism amongst federal offenders --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast!
Thu, June 20, 2019
Leta Hong Fincher on Chinese feminists and their importance to #MeToo and international women's rights
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Leta Hong Fincher , journalist, scholar and author of the books, Leftover Women and Betraying Big Brother . Through these books, Leta chronicles the ways in which China’s post economic reforms of the 1990s led to a state drive to incentivize marriage and its subsequent awakening of China’s urban, educated women. We speak with Leta about the struggles the Feminist Five and other leading Chinese activists have faced in “betraying Big Brother” and why and how the rise of a Chinese feminist consciousness is important to other feminist movements, from #MeToo to workers rights to leveraging the power of women’s anger to building solidarity across borders. During our conversation, Leta and I referenced the following resources: The Feminist Five The University of Hong Kong's study of censorship on WeChat The Kim Lee divorce case--" American Woman Gives Domestic Abuse a Face, A Voice, in China" How China's Anti-Domestic Violence Law is failing survivors Adrienne Maree Brown's Pleasure Activism the need in resistance movements and joy as a form of resistance --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable.</span
Thu, June 13, 2019
Damien Mander on the "Akashinga"--an all female anti-poaching unit
Our guest today is Damien Mander, an anti-poaching activist and founder of the International Anti-Poaching Foundation (IAPF) , a direct action law enforcement organization bringing military solutions to conservation. As a former Australian Royal Navy Clearance Diver and Special Operations military sniper, Damien advocated the use of military equipment and tactics for the purpose of protecting animals from poaching. After learning about poaching in Southern Africa and the criminal networks that used military equipment to poach for profit, Damien was convinced that his specialized military skills, personal finances, and experience could contribute significantly to wildlife protection and conservation. Using his life savings, Damien founded the IAPF in 2009 and founded the Akashinga or “The Brave Ones,” an all female anti-poaching unit. We speak with Damien about his work at IAPF and how the Akashinga program offers an alternative approach to the militarized paradigm of “fortress conservation” which defends colonial boundaries between nature and humans. Damien believes that empowering women can be the single biggest force for positive change in the world today. During our conversation, Damien and I referenced the following resources: Kruger National Park , home to one-third of the world's rhinos The US Army Rangers training female Rangers The concept of the " white savior " and Damien's views on it as it pertains to his work The concept of ecofeminism and the book, Ecofeminism: Feminist Intersections with Other Animals and the Earth The need for us to support a plant-based movement as part of our conservation efforts Exploring the concept by Audre Lorde , Can the Master's Tools Destroy the Master's House? A <a href= "https://www.nationalgeographic.com/magazine/2019/06/akashinga-women-rangers-fight-poaching-in-zimbabwe-phundundu-wildlife-area/" tar
Thu, June 06, 2019
Seth Shelden on his work for Nobel Peace Prize winner ICAN and disarmament
This episode of the en(gender)ed podcast was taped live at the NYU College of Global Public Health in association with the Community Preparedness and Response Group at NYU and is the first in our series of international feminism. Seth Shelden is an attorney , and law professor, an activist, and a performer. He also currently is the United Nations Liaison for the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN). ICAN won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2017 , and Seth was in Oslo to be part of the momentous honor. ICAN won the Nobel Peace Prize for its work in drawing attention to the humanitarian consequences of nuclear weapons and for advancing a new treaty prohibiting such weapons. Seth is here with us today to speak about his journey as a scholar and activist, his work as ICAN's United Nations Liaison , and what we can do to help build an awareness and join the movement to promote nuclear disarmament in the United States. We will also ask about his observations on gender justice in the humanitarian sector. During our interview, Seth and I referenced the following resources: John Hershey's book, Hiroshima which is available online for free via the New Yorker Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School's March for our Lives David Coleman of the College Board and his opinion that computer science and the US Constitution are two recommended languages for college and life success Seth's Fulbright scholarship work and the story of the 1,000 paper cranes The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons The United States withdrawal from the <a href= "https://
Bonus · Fri, May 31, 2019
en(gender)ed anniversary episode--"What does freedom mean to you?"
In celebration of en(gender)ed one year anniversary, we are releasing this bonus episode where we ask former guests and other friends of the show, "What Does Freedom Mean to You?" Take a listen for a road map on how we can get there. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!
Thu, May 30, 2019
en(gender)ed Reflections on body literacy
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on episodes on body literacy - Episode 42: Amanda Laird on menstrual equity as a human right , Episode 43: Professor Spring Cooper on the importance of sexual health and agency , , Episode 44: Georgie Barden on fertility literacy as a form of reproductive choice and freedom , and Episode 45: Nicole Perry on being a feminist therapist. Teri and Michael co-host the en(gender)ed reflections episodes which serve to help curate a series of past episodes, usually around a specific theme. We hope these episodes help listeners coming in at that point of the podcast identify particular episodes and themes that they may want to explore. During our reflection, we talked about these additional resources: A menstrual cup called the Diva Cup What is Toxic Shock Syndrome ? Information on the gender health gap (which we mistakenly refer to as the gender "care" gap in this episode) Information on the race gap in healthcare Information on the maternal healthcare crisis facing black women How sexual agency is important for your health Our interview with Tom Digby about the construction of masculinity and his book, Love and War: How Militarism Shapes Sexuality and Romance Supreme Court case overturning precedent , foreshadowing future decisions, potentially, on Roe v. Wade The <a
Thu, May 23, 2019
Richie Reseda on teaching feminism to reduce recidivism
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Richie Reseda, also known as Richard Edmond-Vargas, an artist, activist, and entrepreneur. Richie was formerly incarcerated and his experiences were featured in the CNN documentary, The Feminist on Cellblock Y . In the film, Richie is depicted using the texts of black feminist, bell hooks , to lead group lessons on patriarchy and toxic masculinity. Richie’s work came out of a collaboration with Charles Berry which started in 2013 to educate other incarcerated men and launched in February 2014 under the name, “Success Stories.” We speak to Richie today about his experiences developing the curriculum, its success, and the Success Stories non-profit that he founded which has secured partial funding from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) to support this work towards establishing a national presence in reducing recidivism. During our conversation, Richie and I reference the following resources: Mark-Anthony Johnson and Patrisse Cullors , Richie's mentors An example of bail reform that failed a victim of domestic violence The impact of criminal justice reform in Cook County, Chicago in domestic violence cases Restorative Justice and its applicability in domestic violence cases Criminalization of Coercive Control in NYS and the Victim's Voice Survey Project Nia in NYC --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our <a href="http://engendered.us
Thu, May 16, 2019
Rachel Louise Snyder on her book "No Visible Bruises"
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Rachel Louise Snyder , an Associate Professor of Literature at American University and the author of Fugitive Denim , What We’ve Lost is Nothing and the recently released, No Visible Bruises . We speak with Rachel today about her book and experience as a journalist and her coverage of the people, practices, and policies that are deftly portrayed in No Visible Bruises , shining a light on the epidemic of domestic violence and the ways in which our systems have failed to protect victims and survivors. Through her stories of victims, perpetrators, law enforcement, advocates, Rachel’s book debunks the myths that surround domestic violence and conveys an urgency for us as individuals and as a society to reframe how we view and respond to these acts of personal terrorism. During our conversation, Rachel and I reference the following resources: Suzanne Dubus ' work on high risk teams Mass shootings are domestic violence and the example of Charles Whitman in his University of Texas massacre Mildred Muhammad , wife of DC sniper and her work on ending domestic violence The work of Rebecca Solni t and of Rebecca Traister in describing our culture of sexism and misogyny Nieman Foundation's work on media coverage of domestic violence Level Up's work on producing journalistic standards for reporting on domestic violence Equal Press's work on media accountability in reporting on gender-based violence Andre Dubus' Townie: A Memoir</e
Thu, May 09, 2019
Dawn Elizabeth Wilcox of Women Count USA on femicide as a national crisis
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Dawn Elizabeth Wilcox , a domestic violence survivor, activist and educator. Dawn has been working as a registered nurse for 23 years and runs Women Count USA , a national database that compiles data on femicides in the United States. Dawn began this project in 2017 out of her home in Plano, Texas, and has collected more than 2,500 names over the past 2 years. Our conversation with Dawn will cover the urgency of femicide and violence against women as not only a national crisis, but an international one, and the ways in which the criminal justice, healthcare, and social welfare systems in our country continue to fail survivors of intimate partner violence and their children and communities. Dawn will also share with us her thoughts for how her work can be used to inform changes in the ways in which the media and law enforcement can better respond to intimate partner violence in our country. You can email Dawn with news story links at womencountusa@gmail.com. During our conversation, Dawn and I reference the following resources: The 2018 United Nations Global Study on Homicide: Gender-related Killing of Women and Girls Domestic violence expert, Julie Owens' work Melissa Jeltsen's article on the underestimated risk of strangulation How we can prosecute domestic violence even without the testimony of the victim Pilot programs in NYC focused on "fixing the abuser " Our interview with Kathleen Russell of the Center for Judicial Excellence's Child Murder Map The high rates of domestic violence in law enforcement families Level Up's work on producing <a href= "https://w
Thu, May 02, 2019
Dorchen Leidholdt on incarcerated women and survivors of gender-based violence
Today’s guest is Dorchen Leidholdt, the Legal Director of the NYC domestic violence agency, Sanctuary for Families . In her main role, Dorchen heads the agency’s legal services for survivors of gender-based violence, including providing support for obtaining orders of protection, immigration, sex trafficking. In addition to this important work, Dorchen also leads the “ Incarcerated Gender Violence Survivors Initiative ” a collaboration among legal and social service agencies, law firms, advocacy groups, former judges and incarcerated survivors committed to assisting survivors of gender-based incarceration in NYS. Our conversation will focus on this Initiative and the systemic context of the criminal justice system, its policies and practices that exact a heavy toll on victims and survivors of domestic and sexual abuse, and its intersection with gender, race, class and disability. If you know of an incarcerated survivor of gender violence who needs representation, please contact Dorchen at dorchen@sffny.org. During our conversation, Dorchen and I reference the following resources: Statistics from the ACLU on Female Incarceration Sarah Buel's documentary Defending Our Lives Matter of Rossakis v New York State Bd. of Parole and the role the case had in initiating Sanctuary for Families' work with incarcerated gender violence survivors Sarah Bennett clemency campaign for Linda White The COMPAS test and its use in assessing probation risk Federal Adoption and Safe Families Act (ASFA) requires termination of parental rights when children have been in foster care for 15 of the most recent 22 months ---
Thu, April 25, 2019
en(gender)ed Reflections on systemic responses to trauma in domestic violence
In this "Reflections" episode,Teri and Michael reflect back on Episodes on systemic responses to trauma in domestic violence - Episode 38: Dr. Tanja Jovanovic on how witnessing abuse is just as bad for children as being abused , Episode 39: Trauma therapist Julia Hochstadt on working with survivors of abuse and violence , and Episode 40: Kathleen Kendall-Tackett on domestic violence, trauma, breastfeeding, mothering and their intersection . Teri and Michael co-host the en(gender)ed reflections episodes which serve to help curate a series of past episodes, usually around a specific theme. We hope these episodes help listeners coming in at that point of the podcast identify particular episodes and themes that they may want to explore. During our reflection, we talked about these additional resources: Rockland County, NY measles outbreak " How Orthodox Jewish Nurses Are Fighting 'Anti-Vaccination Propaganda' Targeting Their Community " in Gothamist " Most Dangerous Time for Battered Women? When They Leave " in the Clarion Ledger The Law & Order: Special Victims Unit episode on coercive control The origins of the Adverse Childhood Experiences study and the connection between child sexual abuse and obesity The benefits of breastfeeding --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our <a href="http://eng
Thu, April 18, 2019
Nicole Perry on being a feminist therapist
On this episode of engendered, our guest is Nicole Perry , a Registered psychologist with a practice in Edmonton, Canada. For the past ten years, she has worked with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and uses an approach called Somatic Experiencing, a body-based therapy, for healing trauma. She is known for her work as a “feminist counselor” and helps her clients work on setting boundaries, seeing problems within their context and making healthier decisions in their lives. We speak with Nicole about how her feminist, collaborative approach is used to help both her survivor and non-survivor clients . During our conversation, we talked about these additional resources: Tom Digby's book, Love and War: How Militarism Shapes Sexuality and Romance and our conversation with Tom Peter Levine's book, Healing Trauma about his work on somatic experiencing Jaclyn Friedman's book, What You Really Really Want: The Smart Girl's Shame-Free Guide to Sex and Safety Video of women apologizing to men --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , <a href= "https://ww
Thu, April 11, 2019
Georgie Barden on fertility literacy as a form of reproductive choice and freedom
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Georgie Barden, a 20 year veteran of the biopharma industry consultant specializing in process organization, change management. Georgie started Fertility 4 me in 2019 in response to her eight and a half year struggle with infertility and her passion to fix broken processes. Our conversation with Georgie rounds out our first series on body literacy and addresses the importance of understanding one's fertility as a form of women’s empowerment and reproductive choice and freedom and the importance of food literacy as part of managing one’s fertility. We will also examine the various ways in which reproductive freedom intersects with class and privilege and how access to these choice differ for women. During our conversation, we talked about these additional resources: How your gluten allergy may be due to pesticide poisoning Rage Becomes Her by Soraya Chemaly The gender pain gap and the diagnosis and treatment of women's pain disorders The non-profit RESOLVE , a national infertility association Georgia's " Heartbeat" Abortion Bill and the trapdoor it has for fertility treatments Multiple embryo insertions by fertility doctors such as for the Octomom Letter to Governor Cuomo details reasons for opposition to a NYS Bill legalizing commercial reproductive surrogacy American Society for Reproductive Medicine and its Ethics Committee Opinions The home fertility test you can take through Modern Fertility --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! </
Thu, April 04, 2019
Professor Spring Cooper on the importance of sexual health and agency
Our guest today is Professor Spring Cooper , a social researcher with academic expertise in public health, health promotion, sexuality. Professor Cooper’s PhD focused on the sexual health education implications of menstrual attitudes and knowledge among women of varying socio-economic status in the United States. Her current research interests are in adolescent sexual health, adolescent and online and offline social networks, health promotion, health communication and prevention of diseases through behavior change and vaccination. We will be speaking with Professor Cooper about all of these topics, especially as it relates to students that she works currently works with at the City University of New York, in addition, we will be speaking about her podcast, the Sex Wrap , the podcast that covers everything you are too afraid to ask at home, too embarrassed to ask at school or was just too hard to ask a partner. Professor Cooper will also share her thoughts about the NYS revenge porn law which comes at the heels of NYC's law, passed in 2018 . The Healthy CUNY Initiative The Report on student health at CUNY Professor Emma Tsui's research on intimate partner violence among undergraduate women in an urban commuter college The definition of sexual agency " Enough is Enough " NYS law on campus sexual assault CUNY's Sexual Violence Campus Climate Survey --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site <span style="font-weig
Thu, March 28, 2019
Amanda Laird on menstrual equity as a human right
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Amanda Laird, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist™ and host of the Heavy Flow Podcast – a weekly podcast dedicated to periods, reproductive health and other taboo health and wellness topics. Amanda is also the author of Heavy Flow: Breaking the Curse of Menstruation . We will be speaking with Amanda today about her podcast and book and how casting our current policy responses to menstruation as human rights violations, and an essential part of our efforts to shift societal norms around women’s bodies, health, and ultimately, our freedom and equality. During our conversation, Amanda and I referenced the following topics: The history of Toxic Shock Syndrome How black women's pain are minimized by the medical profession Racial bias in medical care What Serena Williams’s scary childbirth story says about medical treatment of black women A story on the Rupi Kaur Instagram menstrual photo deletions Kiran Gandhi's post on why she ran the marathon on her period without a tampon Chris Bobel on "period poverty" and menstrual equity Our interview with Cat Song on measuring social impact projects --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site</
Thu, March 21, 2019
en(gender)ed Reflections on healing from abuse
In this "Reflections" episode, Teri & Michael reflect back on the past six #SurvivorStories - Episode 30, with Anita Gera and the misuse of the Hague Convention to harm children , Episode 31, with "Caitlin" and the danger of shared parenting with an abuser , Episode 32, with Lana and her "Sophie's Choice" to protect her daughter from CSA , Episode 35, with Maria Santiago on the impact of childhood domestic violence , Episode 36 with Ashley Bendiksen on healing through advocacy , and Episode 37 with Sarah Strong on mitigating coercive parenting with an abuser . Teri and Michael co-host the en(gender)ed reflections episodes which serve to help curate a series of past episodes, usually around a specific theme. We hope these episodes help listeners coming in at that point of the podcast identify particular episodes and themes that they may want to explore. During our reflection, we talked about these additional resources: Trevor Noah on Getting Pulled Over in America versus honking at a police officer in South Africa Frequency of child sexual abuse through RAINN The Lifetime documentary Surviving R. Kelly Vox article on whether and if you can separate the artist from the art titled, " What do we do when the art we love was created by a monster? " Backlash on Terry Crews for his sexual abuse claims Teri's post about an apology video from women to men titled, "<a href= "https://medium.com/@engendered/its-authentic-gaslighting-not-authentic-love-5c0ea1da8101" target="_blank" rel="noopene
Thu, March 14, 2019
Kathleen Kendall-Tackett on domestic violence, trauma, breastfeeding, mothering and their intersection
Our guest today is Kathleen Kendall-Tackett , a health psychologist and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and the Owner & Editor-in-Chief of Praeclarus Press , a small press specializing in women's health. Dr. Kendall-Tackett is Editor-in-Chief of two peer-reviewed journals: Clinical Lactation and Psychological Trauma . She is Fellow of the American Psychological Association in Health and Trauma Psychology, Past President of the APA Division of Trauma Psychology, and a member of the Board for the Advancement of Psychology in the Public Interest. We will be speaking with Dr. Kendall-Tackett about violence, trauma, depression, breastfeeding, mothering and their intersection and impact in domestic violence and child custody cases. In our conversation, Dr. Kendall-Tackett and I referenced the following resources: " The startling toll on children who witness domestic violence is just now being understood " in USA Today Managing Pain Before It Manages You , by Margaret Caudill The work of Dr. Doug Drossman on the link between chronic pain and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) " Violence against women and the perinatal period: The impact of lifetime violence and abuse on pregnancy, postpartum, and breastfeeding ." Trauma, Violence and Abuse ," 8(3), 344-353, by Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, 2007. American Academy of Pediatric's Guidelines on Breastfeeding " The bottle-feeding culture is alive and well: Lessons from stock photo sites ," Clinical Lactation , 7(2), 45-47, by Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, 2016. " The health effects of childhood abuse: Four pathways by which abuse can influence health ," Child Abu
Thu, March 07, 2019
Trauma therapist Julia Hochstadt on working with survivors of abuse and violence
Our guest today is Julia Hochstadt , a therapist with over twenty years of expertise in working with victims of crime, trauma and interpersonal violence, including child abuse, rape and sexual assault and domestic violence. Before working in private practice, Julia led New York Presbyterian’s Victim Intervention Program (VIP) providing acute emergency room support, counseling, and case management services to crime and trauma victims and their families. She also worked at The Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Program at Mount Sinai Hospital in a similar capacity. Trained as a social worker, Julia also holds advanced training certifications in psychodynamic psychotherapy and is certified as an expert witness in domestic violence for the Manhattan and the Bronx District Attorney’s Offices. Julia can be reached at julia.hochstadt@gmail.com or via her website . Julia is here with us today to speak about her clinical work serving survivors of trauma and interpersonal violence, the specific needs and challenges of working with this population, and suggestions for practice or policy reform that may help practitioners better help survivors. During our discussion, Julia and I referenced the following resources: The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk The Courage to Heal by Ellen Bass --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter ,
Thu, February 28, 2019
Dr. Tanja Jovanovic of the Grady Trauma Project
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Dr. Tanja Jovanovic , Director of the Grady Trauma Project and Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Emory University. Dr. Jovanovic’s current research program focuses on the Interaction of traumatic experiences, neurophysiology, neuroendocrinology, and genetic risk factors in mentor disorders in adults and children in high-risk populations. We will be speaking to Dr. Jovanovic about her work and its application to children witnessing abuse and its impact on their health, development and future risk factors which characterizes it as the same risk of harm to them as if the children had been abused directly . Dr. Jovanovic’s research has wide-ranging implications for how courts and policymakers are treating intimate partner violence in new program pilot interventions. Exposure to Violence Accelerates Epigenetic Aging in Children Maternal buffering of fear-potentiated startle in children and adolescents with trauma exposure Maternal Child Sexual Abuse Is Associated With Lower Maternal Warmth Toward Daughters but Not Sons Physiological markers of anxiety are increased in children of abused mothers --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter</s
Thu, February 21, 2019
#SurvivorStories Series with Sarah Strong
On this #SurvivorStories series episode, our guest is Sarah Strong, a protective parent and survivor of domestic violence and coercive control, a fitness instructor, a power lifter, and a health advocate. Sarah talks about her whirlwind romance with her ex-husband whom she met in March 2016, married three months later in June 2016, and divorced in early 2018. Today, Sarah shares with us her story of how her appeals for help from the courts and the military during her marriage and divorce has transformed her thinking about relationships, parenting and her body. Sarah offers her story as both a cautionary tale of what to look for and what to avoid in a relationship and in a parenting partner, and how to recover when your choices lead you astray. We will also talk about the role that power lifting has had in helping Sarah to manage the ongoing stress in her life. Throughout our conversation, Sarah references examples of #abusertactics, #signsofabuse, trauma bonding, and #upstandertips. If you think you are in an abusive relationship, please contact your local domestic violence provider for help. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!
Thu, February 14, 2019
#SurvivorStories Series with Ashley Bendiksen on healing through advocacy
On today’s show, our guest is Ashley Bendiksen , a survivor of domestic violence and sexual assault who has transformed her experience to become a vocal advocate, activist and public speaker on issues related to ending gender-based violence. Her work centers on reaching youth and helping empower them to engage in self-discovery and end abuse. Ashley speaks with us about her experiences as a survivor and how she has used those experiences to engage advocacy groups, first responders and other professional audiences on how to help victims transition from survive to thrive. During the interview, our conversation referenced the following resources: Victims' Bill of Rights in NY Chicago's Mercy Hospital domestic violence mass shooting Establishing a Domestic Violence Registry in NY --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!
Thu, February 07, 2019
#SurvivorStories Series with Maria Santiago on the impact of childhood domestic violence
On today’s show, our guest is Maria Santiago, a survivor of childhood domestic violence or family violence, a protective parent, and a decades long advocate for survivors of intimate partner violence. Maria is employed as a violence prevention educator in a NYC non-profit organization and works on elder justice reform in the Latino community as well on behalf of victims in the immigrant community. Maria is also recognized for her role as a founding member of NYC’s Voices of Women Organizing Project and for her capacity-building trainings to the NYC Administration for Children’s Services and to their contracted preventive agencies. Maria brings to us a perspective of domestic violence on children, the cycle of abuse, and how advocacy can be a vital part of the survivor’s journey towards healing. After the interview, Maria and I discussed her use of the word "hoe" as a slut-shaming tactic. She would like to express her regret for using that term. Throughout our conversation, Maria interweaves #abusertactics, #signsofabuse, and #upstandertips. During the interview, our conversation referenced the following resources: NYS's Statute of Limitations (SOL) on Child Sexual Abuse. Since the interview, NYS has passed the Child Victim's Act, extending the SOL on child sexual abuse crimes to age 28 in criminal cases, and 50 in civil cases . Under the previous law, once a sex abuse victim turns 18, he or she has five years to report the crime to law enforcement officials. Eve Ensler's " A Letter to White Women Who Support Brett Kavanaugh " on her own child sexual abuse bell hook's All About Love --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on <a href="https://twitter.com/engenderedpod" tar
Trailer · Fri, February 01, 2019
en(gender)ed Listening Guide
Welcome back to the show and Happy New Year! We are excited to be able to share with you an updated website that offers as easy way to search for an episode by theme , as well as quick references to the resources shared on each episode, including the books , articles , and podcasts that are discussed in our interviews. In addition, we have a gallery of past guests and the organizations they represent. If you are new to podcasts, we also have a " How to Listen" guide that can show you step-by-step instructions on how to subscribe and on which platform. Take a look around our website and stay tuned to our new episode coming up next week! We also published a new blog post about new programs being piloted in NYC. Take a look at it and feel free to share and write to the NYC Domestic Violence Task Force directly with any feedback to the article. The email is at the end of the post. As always, we look forward to your feedback and ideas , and any interest you may have to be a guest on our show. Until next week, happy listening and exploring! --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/engenderedpodcast/" t
Thu, December 13, 2018
en(gender)ed Reflections on institutional sexism, misogyny and harassment
This is the fifth "Reflections" episode where I examine a series of interviews with my friend, Michael. He joins me as we reflect back on episodes 25 (“Brock Turner for Prison” Facebook Group Founders on Rape Culture & #MeToo ), 26 (Tammy Cho, Co-Founder of Better Brave on Workplace Harassment and Discrimination ), 27 (Council Member Jennifer Gates on the Dallas Domestic Violence Task Force ), and 28 (Paul Griffin, Legal Director of Child Justice Inc. on “It’s Worse to Accuse than to Abuse” ). These stories reveal the ways in which institutional sexism, misogyny and harassment show up in our systems--in courtrooms, in our places of employment, and in our media. Michael and I used to work together and served many students who were not in school or not working and were looking to develop skills to go back to school or to find a job. The young people we were helping often had their systemic barriers exacerbated by personal conflict in their lives that were difficult to manage, such as parents who didn't prioritize their education or work over their care-taking responsibilities, or romantic partners who were not helping to parent, didn't support their efforts to better themselves, and/or engaged in deliberate patterns of behavior to sabotage their school and/or work. I was interested in Michael's perspective on the topics covered in our shows so far, especially since the majority of listeners are, not surprisingly, female. I hope you will find this episode engaging and, for the male listeners, an entree into your own exploration of what en(gender)ed has to offer you. During our reflection, we talked about these additional resources: News article titled, " Law was meant to let American Indians prosecute viol
Thu, December 06, 2018
#SurvivorStories Series with Lana on her "Sophie's Choice" to protect her daughter from CSA
On this #SurvivorStories episode, we speak with Lana, a protective mother whose failed plight to seek help from the legal and justice systems in New York City for her daughter has led her to find refuge in Russia. Lana describes the police, court and child welfare response when she first suspected her toddler daughter was being sexually abused by her father. She has since adopted the protective parent nomer as a result of their collective unwillingness to believe and protect her daughter--despite medical evidence. Reflecting on her continued struggles, Lana will share the #signsofabuse that first directed her to seek help and the ways in which helpers in the system became unwilling enablers of the abuse. Lana also suggests #upstandertips for how friends, family and help providers can be more effective in making the child’s safety a priority over the abusers’ parenting rights. **Trigger Warning** for those who may be experiencing similar challenges as protective parents or sexual assault survivors. Our goal in sharing these stories is to debunk the myth that predators and abusers have a limited or a particular profile or come from a narrow demographic, so that when protective parents or children disclose, you will not disbelieve, victim blame, deny, minimize or shift accountability away from the perpetrator to the victim, and for us as a society to really begin to step up to act with openness, acceptance and compassion. Update : Since the recording of this interview, Lana has had two court dates in the United States. On October 18th, Lana reports that the GAL or her daughter's Guardian ad Litem told the court that she didn't know where the children where, despite Lana's more than sixty text messages with the GAL sharing news and updates on her daughter's well-being. As a result of this false accusation, Lana's case was adjourned to November 30th. On that day, the judge forbade Lana from filing a motion she prepared to seek protection for her daughter. At the same time, Lana's husband filed a motion for custody citing his primary caretaker status. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support <span st
Thu, November 29, 2018
#SurvivorStories Series with "Caitlin" on the dangers of "shared parenting" for survivors and children
In our #SurvivorStories Series episode, we feature "Caitlin"--a protective mother who shares custody of her two children with her ex-husband. Caitlin describes how her ex-husband's behavior revealed signs of abuse that she didn't want to acknowledge nor understand. As Caitlin began to realize that her relationship was one of psychological and emotional abuse, began to seek help and advice from therapists, attorneys and the court, none of whom were able to understand, acknowledge or protect her and her children. Caitlin considers herself one of the "lucky" ones whose claims of abuse, though minimized and not held to account, didn't result in the too often retaliation against protective mothers through placement of the children's custody with the abuser. It is Caitlin's wish that by sharing her story, more people can understand how abuser tactics work to discredit abuse and protect the abuser from being held accountable and the children from being safe. During this episode, the following resources were referenced. You can learn more by exploring the links below: The arrest and conviction of Chris Watts for the murder of his pregnant wife and two kids The Town of Castle Rock v. Gonzalez Supreme Court Case which effectively interpreted restraining orders are not mandatory to enforce The organization, Peace Over Violence , that provided services to Caitlin Why domestic violence advocates find presumptive shared parenting dangerous for survivors, and a more detailed analysis by the Battered Women's Justice Project Joint custody presumptions and domestic violence exceptions , by state Joan Meier's study on how court v
Thu, November 15, 2018
#SurvivorStories Series with Anita Gera and the misuse of the Hague Convention to harm children
In this #SurvivorSeries episode, we speak with Anita Gera, a protective mother from Great Britain. In 2014, Anita went to British government to seek protection against her abusive and controlling ex-husband, an American pilot who was based in Arizona. Over the next year, through her ex-husband's misuse of the Hague Convention, Anita’s case brought her back to Arizona and resulted in a divorce and custody decision that would dramatically change the course of Anita and her children’s lives. She has not been able to see her children, now eleven and thirteen years old, since August 2015. Anita doesn’t know when she will be able to see her children again, as she has neither the means nor resources to enforce her parenting time with her children, and fears that doing so would put them at greater risk of harm by their father. Anita is here with us today to talk about her experience as a survivor of domestic violence and coercive control, share #abusertactics and #upstandertips for how we can better support families in situations like hers. You can learn more about Anita's story by exploring the below links: How CAN they say I abducted my own daughter? Heartbreak of British mothers forced to send their children abroad... to foreign fathers exploiting international child abduction laws in custody battles BBC World interview, October 12, 2017 The link to the non-profit Anita co-founded-- Global Action on Relocation and Return with Kids (Global Arrk) --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your <span s
Thu, November 08, 2018
en(gender)ed Reflections on the needs and impact of domestic violence on survivors and children
This is the fourth "Reflections" episode where I examine a series of interviews with my friend, Michael. He joins me as we reflect back on episodes, 18 (Laura Fernandez of Sanctuary for Families on serving survivor needs and trauma from abuse) and 19 (Lisa Fischel-Wolovick on "Traumatic Divorce and Separation"), 20 (#SurvivorStories with Rosaura Torres Thomas on abuse when your partner is a cop) and 21 (#SurvivorStories with Jordan on leaving his fundamentalist Christian home and the intersection of power and religion) , stories about the impact of domestic violence on survivors and children. Michael and I used to work together and served many students who were not in school or not working and were looking to develop skills to go back to school or to find a job. The young people we were helping often had their systemic barriers exacerbated by personal conflict in their lives that were difficult to manage, such as parents who didn't prioritize their education or work over their care-taking responsibilities, or romantic partners who were not helping to parent, didn't support their efforts to better themselves, and/or engaged in deliberate patterns of behavior to sabotage their school and/or work. I was interested in Michael's perspective on the topics covered in our shows so far, especially since the majority of listeners are, not surprisingly, female. I hope you will find this episode engaging and, for the male listeners, an entree into your own exploration of what en(gender)ed has to offer you. During our reflection, we talked about these additional resources: "ACE s" or Adverse Childhood Experiences and trauma impacts on children The "<a title="Cinderella myth"" href= "https://www.newsweek.com/myth-cinderella-171266" target="_blank" rel="noopener"Cinderella myth"/a and its a title="harms
Thu, November 01, 2018
Paul Griffin, Legal Director of Child Justice Inc. on "It's Worse to Accuse than it is to Abuse"
On this episode, our guest is Paul Griffin, Legal Director at Child Justice, Inc. , one of the few organizations in the country dedicated to ensuring a child’s right to be legally protected from an abusive parent. As Legal Director, Paul – along with his colleague, Alexandra Sandacz -- represents non-abusive, protective parents in child-custody cases in which there is evidence of domestic violence or child abuse. Paul also works to coordinate the pro bono legal work that well-respected law firms offer to protect these victims who may otherwise become “lost in the system” after exposure to family violence, physical and or sexual abuse, substance addictions, or neglect. On today’s show, Paul will be speaking to us about his work at Child Justice as well as his other advocacy work on behalf of abused children and share insights from both cautionary and success tales, strategies and recommendations for how we can strengthen our laws and update our practices to ensure that children’s safety is a priority over abusers’ parenting rights. During our conversation, Paul and I referenced the following links and articles: The " It's Normal to be Normal " child sexual abuse study The book, The Sociopath Next Door The book, The Witch-Hunt Narrative: Politics, Psychology, and the Sexual Abuse of Children The passing of House Congressional Resolution 72 which places child safety as a priority in child custody cases The Holt v. Holt case in Maryland where the abusive Air Force Colonel father won custody over the children and ignored evidence of abuse An illustration of Child Justice's phrase: " It's Worse to Accuse than it is to Abuse " in the Holt case: Failure To Protect: Air Force Handling Of Colonel's Child Sex
Thu, October 25, 2018
Council Member Jennifer Gates on the Dallas Domestic Violence Task Force
In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we have partnered with the Lone Star Parity Project to bring you this episode. Lone Star is featuring women working in the field of domestic violence prevention and on this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Jennifer Staubach Gates, a Dallas City Council Member representing District 13 . First elected in 2013, Councilmember Gates won a new term in the general election on May 6, 2017. In her role as Council Member, she serves as the Chair of the Government Performance and Financial Management Committee and sits on the Public Safety as well as the Arts and Culture and Libraries. She is also the Co-Chair of the Visit Dallas Board of Directors. We speak with Council Member Gates about her role as the Chair for Dallas the Domestic Violence Task Force , which seeks to create a systemic response to end domestic violence in Dallas and to bridge communication between the Dallas Police Department (DPD), the District Attorney’s office, judges, and community partners. Council Member Gates will also share with us how this collaboration has strengthened the responses to domestic violence for Dallas residents and its plans for improved community coordination. The Dallas Mayor's personal experience with domestic violence and his commitment taking guns away from abusers Dallas Domestic Violence Task Force Annual Report 2016-2017 An update on Dallas' gun retrieval program from domestic violence offenders: <a title= "Failure to seize guns from domestic abusers 'unacceptable,' Dallas officials say" href= "https://www.dallasnews.com/news/courts/2018/03/07/dallas-failure-seize-guns-domes
Thu, October 18, 2018
Tammy Cho, Co-Founder of Better Brave on Workplace Harassment and Discrimination
On this episode, our guest is Tammy Cho, co-founder of BetterBrave --an online site that combats sexual harassment, discrimination and retaliation in the workplace by empowering targets and allies with the necessary resources and tools. BetterBrave offers options for women to report harassment and provides a clear outline of their rights. Users can also access BetterBrave’s guide to learn steps to take before reporting an incident to HR and the importance of consulting an employment attorney as soon as possible to guide the response for optimal job protection. In our conversation with Tammy, we address the culture of sexual harassment in the workplace, the risks and harms from reporting harassment and discrimination, and the tools that BetterBrave offers employees to empower them to speak out while reducing the possibility of retaliation. We also speak with Tammy about how we, as individuals, can do more to nurture a workplace culture that incentivizes equal treatment, respect, and accountability. During our interview, Tammy and I referenced the below resources: Former Uber employee and whistleblower, Susan Fowler's blog post about her experience at Uber Forbes article: Uber Whistleblower Susan Fowler On What Every Company Should Do To Stop Harassment Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 that protected against workplace discrimination The Ledbetter v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. Supreme Court Decision that decided that employers couldn't be sued if he claims were made more than 180 days from the date of hire President Obama's resetting of the 180 day statute of limitations in the Ledbetter v. Goodyear et al. ruling with each new pay check, in the Lilly Ledbetter's Fair Pay Act of 2009 <a title= "Trump Revoked Crucial Protections For Women Work
Thu, October 11, 2018
"Brock Turner for Prison" Facebook Group Founders on Rape Culture and #MeToo
On this episode of en(gender)ed, we have two guests, Maria Mayo and Nadia Dawisha, co-founders of the online group called “ Brock Turner for Prison .” Maria is a survivor of rape and domestic violence as well as a practicing attorney who proposed a class on “ Sexual Violence and the Law " when she attended law school). Nadia is a former professor and worked on Ohio’s victims’ rights legislation . Maria and Nadia have been running the "Brock Turner for Prison" page since June 2016 to address issues of sexual violence and violence against women in the media and the site has grown now to over 25 admins, a Twitter and an Instagram account. Brock Turner for Prison will also be launching a website and a podcast in the near future. We speak to Maria and Nadia today about their Facebook group and a response to the Brock Turner rape case, the subsequent recall of the judge on that case, Aaron Persky, and Brock Turner's most recent failed appeal. In our conversation, Maria and Nadia and I addressed the following resources: The impact of Nadia's work to hold University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, accountable for their Title IX violations The Federal Sexual Assault Survivor Bill of Rights The film Wind River which exemplifies the challenges Native American sexual assault survivors experience in getting their rapes prosecuted " Emily Doe " letter to Judge Persky about Brock Turner rape Summary of the Brock Turner rape case as reported in this Guardian article Brock Turner's <a title="father's controversial letter" href= "http://theweek.com/speedreads/628289/father-convicted-stanford-swimmer-writes-letter-def
Fri, October 05, 2018
Professor James Wilkie on how masculinity impacts "green" behavior in men
Today’s episode adds to our men and masculinities series of episodes and continues our series on gender and environmental justice. Our guest is Professor James Wilkie , Assistant Professor at Mendoza College of Business at Notre Dame University. Professor Wilkie is a consumer psychologist whose research incorporates aspects of implicit social cognition to examine how consumers interpret various aspects of the marketplace in biased fashions. We speak with Professor Wilkie about his current work which draws on this perspective to examine how consumers’ judgment and decisions are influenced by: 1). gender cues, 2). numeric information (e.g., prices), and 3). materialistic framing. In particular, Professor Wilkie’s recent research has centered on how men’s eco-friendly behavior may be negatively correlated to the extent to which that behavior may brand them as “feminine.” We also explore Professor Wilkie’s suggestions on how pro-environmental marketers might position their communications to incentivize men to engage in more eco-friendly behavior. If you want to explore more of Professor Wilkie's research, you can download his papers below, as well as explore other resources we discussed on the show: Real Men Don’t Eat Quiche: Regulation of Gender-Expressive Choices by Men Is Eco-Friendly Unmanly? The Green-Feminine Stereotype and Its Effect on Sustainable Consumption Men Resist Green Behavior as Unmanly Obama and the Arugula Scandal The Black Masculinities of Barack Obama: Some Implications for African American Men <a title= "Fade To Black: On Obama’s Performance of Black Masculinity" href= "http://kinfolkkollective.com/2016/12/06/fade-to-black-on-obamas-per
Thu, September 27, 2018
Cat Song of ExsulCoin on how blockchain technology can help refugees
In our first episode of en(gender)ed, we referenced the importance of recognizing and advocating for gender justice reforms alongside other forms of social justice, including environmental and economic justice. On today’s episode, we address the intersection of these issues, in particular, with respect to migrants and refugees who are at risk of increased illness, lost productivity/wages, disease and other public health threats, and even death. Female migrants and their children are also subject to higher risk of human and sex trafficking. On today’s episode, our guest is Cat Song, Co-Founder and General Counsel of Exsulcoin , a blockchain startup creating solutions for refugees. Exsulcoin is a peer-to-peer marketplace for refugee integration and offers solutions including paying for tutoring, mentorship, or nanowork tasks. Cat founded the startup with her brother, James, in response to the Rohingya crisis in Myanmar, formerly called Burma. A long-time advocate for anti-human trafficking initiatives, immigration, and legal rights for low-income populations, Cat is here to speak with us today about her work with Exsulcoin and how it is one part of the environmental, economic and gender justice solution needed for all migrants and refugees. During our conversation, Cat and I referenced the following resources: Burma Task Force's website which provides information on the Rohingya and other minority groups How migration and climate change impacts women The impact of climate change and migration on sex trafficking Blockchain 101 --for beginners The Global Impact Investment Network's (GIIN) Impact Reporting and Investment Standards or IRIS --the catalog of generally accepted performance metrics used by impact investors The " Impact Continuum " An article by CoinTelegraph on <a title= "gender inequality in blockchain and crypto" href= "https://coin
Thu, September 20, 2018
en(gender)ed Reflections on gender, masculinity and identity episodes
Greetings en(gender)ed listeners: This is the third "Reflections" episode where I examine a series of interviews with my friend, Michael. He joins me as we reflect back on episodes, 12 (Tom Digby) , 13 (Allen Corben) , 14 (Ben Atherton-Zeman) , 15 (Dr. Tonya Leslie) , 17 (Autumn) , the first set of episodes on the construction of gender identity, feminism, masculinity, diversity and inclusion. Michael and I used to work together and served many students who were not in school or not working and were looking to develop skills to go back to school or to find a job. The young people we were helping often had their systemic barriers exacerbated by personal conflict in their lives that were difficult to manage, such as parents who didn't prioritize their education or work over their care-taking responsibilities, or romantic partners who were not helping to parent, didn't support their efforts to better themselves, and/or engaged in deliberate patterns of behavior to sabotage their school and/or work. I was interested in Michael's perspective on the topics covered in our shows so far, especially since the majority of listeners are, not surprisingly, female. I hope you will find this episode engaging and, for the male listeners, an entree into your own exploration of what en(gender)ed has to offer you. During our reflection, we talked about these additional resources: NOMAS' Facebook Group Whiteness on the TV show, Friends , and its absence of race The diversity on the children show, Captain Planet and the Planeteers <a title="Crazy Rich Asians' significance" href= "https://www.theverge.com/2018/8/28/17788198/crazy-rich
Thu, September 13, 2018
#SurvivorStories Series with Jordan on leaving his fundamentalist Christian home
On this episode, we speak with Jordan, a cis-gendered bisexual man who identifies as an intersectional feminist, anti-racist and pro-LGBTQAI. He grew up in Dallas, Texas as the second child out of 8 in a conservative Christian home who followed the teachings of the Institute in Basic Life Principles , established by Bill Gothard (a ministry that was popular with the TLC Duggar Family of 19 Kids and Counting ). As a child, Jordan grew up isolated from his community, homeschooled by his parents and often called upon to take an active role in caring for his younger siblings. Ever since he was introduced to a computer when he was ten, Jordan has been fascinated with coding and not only taught himself how to code, but also has made a career out of it ever since. At 32, Jordan left home to move to NYC and pursue a career as a programmer, leaving his family and siblings behind. His journey over the past several decades since then has taken him to the likes of raves, Burning Man, Costa Rica, and finally home to himself.. By connecting with the range of people and places in his travels, Jordan has opened his eyes to the abuse and oppression he experienced as a child, by his parents and by his church, and reinforced by the patriarchal norms that shape all of us in this society. Jordan is here with us today to share his story of survival and transformation. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’
Fri, September 07, 2018
#SurvivorStories Series with Rosaura Torres Thomas, on abuse when your partner is a cop
In this episode, we speak with survivor, Rosaura Torres Thomas, author of the book: Abuse Hidden Behind the Badge -- a memoir of her life living suffering from the abuse and coercive control of two police officers--one a highly ranked Officer in Philadelphia and, another--a Pennsylvania state trooper. Our guest, Rosaura, suffered two (2) retinal detachment surgeries stemming from her experiences with domestic violence and has since become an avid activist speaking out against domestic violence and more specifically “The Code of Silence” within police departments. My conversation with Rosaura explores not only the impact domestic abuse and coercive control had on her, but also, the impact and lasting effects it has had on her children. Listeners may recall that In Episode 4 of en(gender)ed, we spoke with Ruth Glenn, CEO and President of the NCADV about rates of domestic violence and how certain groups of people commit higher rates than others. National trends show that law enforcement professionals are one such group. Two studies have found that at least 40% of police officer families experience domestic violence in contrast to 10% of families in the general population. Below are some resources about police and domestic violence: National Center for Women and Policing's " Police Family Violence Fact Sheet " An Atlantic article entitled, " Police Have a Much Bigger Domestic-Abuse Problem than the NFL Does " The " Abuse of Power " website which has resources about police domestic violence for survivors and families A HuffPo article entitled " The Super Predators: When the Man Who Abuses You is also a Cop " A research article estimating the rate of domestic violence perpetrated by law enforcement A USA Today article entitled, " Domestic
Fri, August 24, 2018
Lisa Fischel-Wolovick on "Traumatic Divorce and Separation" and its effects on families and children
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Lisa Fischel-Wolovick, an attorney who has represented battered women for almost thirty years. She is also the author of numerous publications including her recent book: Traumatic Divorce and Separation: The Impact of Domestic Violence and Substance Abuse in Custody and Divorce , just recently published by Oxford Univ. Press, this past March. Lisa also helped to organize the first Criminal Court that specialized in domestic violence. Before becoming an attorney, Lisa obtained her Master’s in Social Work and worked in hospital social work which included advocacy and counseling for battered women. Lisa also currently teaching courses in Family Violence and Child Maltreatment at the City University of New York, in John Jay’s Graduate Program in Forensic Psychology. Lisa speaks with us about her new book and how divorce impacts families differently, especially for those experiencing high-risk factors of domestic violence, mental illness, and/or substance abuse and the risks and harms that they face in the process. We will also explore the recommendations and conclusions she has to improve our family and criminal court systems and practices and policy reforms she believes is necessary to see real, significant, positive change. In our conversation, Lisa and I touch upon the following topics: The difference between domestic violence and high-conflict cases vs. "traumatic divorce and separation" The impact of traumatic divorce and separation on survivors and children Judith Herman's book, Trauma and Recovery How survivors and children from the US Border migrant children crisis and from the US family court crisis are at similar health risks from the trauma of separation Lundy Bancroft's book, The Batterer as Parent Evan Stark's interest and research into how batterers are using coercive control on children The problems with Kelly and Johnson's Typology of Domestic Violence which fail to take into account the history and pattern of coercive control The research of Kathleen Kendall-Tackett on how <a title= "Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) from trauma and domestic violence" href="http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/08862605042
Thu, August 23, 2018
Laura Fernandez of Sanctuary for Families on serving survivor needs and trauma from abuse
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Laura Fernandez , the Clinical Director at Sanctuary for Families , a leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking and related forms of gender violence in New York City. At Sanctuary, Laura provides leadership, management, and strategic direction for all clinical services citywide, including individual and group counseling, crisis management and intervention, and a program for survivors who serve as mentors for others. More than 5,500 individuals receive life-saving clinical services at Sanctuary each year. We speak with Laura about the work she does with survivors, how to recognize symptoms of abuse in survivors, and how each of us may better support survivors in our own lives. During the show, Laura and I touched upon the following topics: Sanctuary for Families' Vacation Cutting Bill that makes it illegal to send your child out of the country to get female genital mutilation (FGM) procedures The need for future laws to make it illegal to send your child outside of the country for forced marriage Current child marriage laws in NYS and across the country Sanctuary for Families' current advocacy efforts with regard to child marriage, FGM, trafficking, strangulation, etc. How they use Jackie Campbell's " Danger Assessment " for safety planning of victims The various Power and Control Wheels used for psycho-education of the survivor to help her understand the dynamics of abuse, including the post-separation power and control wheel and the abuse of children
Thu, August 16, 2018
#SurvivorStories Series--A dialogue with Autumn about diversity, inclusion and acceptance
On this episode of en(gender)ed, we speak with Autumn, a junior at Cornell University studying English. In the summer of 2015, when she was 18 years old, Autumn realized that she is a transgender woman, and since then her work and writing have focused on articulating the experience of being transgender. After graduating from college, Autumn hopes to improve the understanding of mental illness and LGBT issues in Asian communities, especially in Korea. We speak with Autumn today about her journey of self-discovery and growth and gives #UpstanderTips on how we as parents, and as members of our larger community, can be affirming and supportive of gender non-conforming children and students and how we can contribute to their mental health and to their developing a positive self-image and sense of belonging. Autumn shares her vision of how we can create a society of true diversity, inclusion and acceptance. During our conversation, Autumn and I talked about the following topics: Netflix's Sense8 show and how the Wachowski siblings serve as positive role models for her Jeffrey Tambor's harassment of Jessica Walters on Arrested Development , and subsequent harassment claims on the show Transparent Backlash to Scarlett Johansson's acceptance of a role as a transgender man in the new film, Rub and Tub , and her subsequent withdrawal from the role . Since the recording of this episode, Autumn has read more about the casting decision and no longer thinks that Scarlett Johansson should have been cast in the Rub and Tub role. A link to an article describing
Thu, August 09, 2018
en(gender)ed Reflections on the "Family Court" series--a look back with our guest, Michael
Greetings en(gender)ed listeners: This is the second "Reflections" episode where I examine a series of interviews with my friend, Michael. He joins me as we reflect back on episodes, 7 (Nancy S. Erickson) , 9 (Joan Meier) , 10 (Barry Goldstein) , 11 (Kathleen Russell) , the first set of episodes on the first family court crisis. Michael and I used to work together and served many students who were not in school or not working and were looking to develop skills to go back to school or to find a job. The young people we were helping often had their systemic barriers exacerbated by personal conflict in their lives that were difficult to manage, such as parents who didn't prioritize their education or work over their care-taking responsibilities, or romantic partners who were not helping to parent, didn't support their efforts to better themselves, and/or engaged in deliberate patterns of behavior to sabotage their school and/or work. I was interested in Michael's perspective on the topics covered in our shows so far, especially since the majority of listeners are, not surprisingly, female. I hope you will find this episode engaging and, for the male listeners, an entree into your own exploration of what en(gender)ed has to offer you. During our reflection, we talked about these additional resources: Leadership Council data estimating the number of cases annually where children are placed with abusers NY Model for Batterer Programs Chris Fabricant's work at the Innocence Project on Eyewitness Testimony Adam Ruins Everything's episode on bad forensic science and its dangers
Fri, August 03, 2018
Dr. Tonya Leslie on diversity and inclusion in children's texts
On this episode, our guest is Dr. Tonya Leslie , an educational consultant who has worked for over 20 years in educational publishing. Dr. Leslie talks about creating educational content that engages students and youth in developing a cultural consciousness as a force for understanding ourselves and our society. She has also worked with school districts nationally providing workshops and seminars to help educators integrate this belief into their practice. We speak with Dr. Leslie about her work on around literacy, academic resilience and culturally responsive content and pedagogy, and how literacy might facilitate resilience in vulnerable school groups and, in particular, in children of color. In our conversation, Dr. Leslie and I spoke about the following: The Little House on the Prairie books and TV series The concept of books as "mirrors" and "windows" as coined by Dr. Rudine Sims Bishop Dr. Tann , in the Little House Series and the controversy about how race is represented in the series A description of Dr. Alfred Tatum's concept of the "textual lineage" of a teacher to teach tolerance The Woman Warrior by Maxine Hong Kingston W.E.B DuBois' The Brownies' Books Diversity gap in children's books as measured by the CCBC Multicultural Statistics in 2017 We Need Diver
Fri, July 27, 2018
Ben Atherton-Zeman on teaching feminism and undoing sexism through drama
On today’s episode, our guest is Ben Atherton-Zeman, a public speaker and comedic performer on issues of violence prevention. His one man show, “ Voices of Men ” has been performed in over 46 states and around the world, including four continents. Ben has spoken and performed at military installations, colleges, high schools, public theatres, conferences, houses of worship and juvenile detention facilities. For almost thirty years, Ben has worked as a prevention education for rape crisis centers, domestic violence programs and state coalitions. He is an advisory board member for the White Ribbon Campaign in the United Kingdom and a blogger for Ms. Magazine . Ben will speak with us today about what it means to be a “recovering sexist” and how he uses his comedy and performance art to help every man recognize and challenge violence and sexism in the world and in themselves. He will also speak with us about his hashtag, #menlistentowomen and how he envisions we can use it as a starting point to create meaningful dialogue about issues of male privilege, sexism, misogyny, and healthy relationships amongst the sexes and across the gender spectrum. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Fac
Fri, July 20, 2018
Allen Corben on NOMAS and male allyship in feminism
On this episode, our guest is Allen Corben, co-chair of NOMAS, the National Organization for Men Against Sexism. Allen also works as the Assistant Registrar of Fuller Theological Seminary, where he received his Master of Arts in Theology. We will be talking with Allen today about his work at NOMAS--what it means to be a pro-feminist, anti-racist, LGBTQ affirmative male ally and how it relates to reproductive rights, pornography/sex trafficking, intersectionality, and how we can integrate religion and our spiritual practices and beliefs in a post-2016 election world. During the show Allen shared a lot of resources on a variety of feminist and social justice topics. Here is a partial list that Allen shared that he suggested listeners explore to obtain a better understanding of feminism and some of the issues discussed: Michael Kimmel An article reflecting on Andrea Dworkin' s contribution to feminism Carolyn Osiek's Beyond Anger: On Being a Feminist in the Church Barbara Ehrenreich's books The Bechtel Test for women in movies Michelle Goldberg's NYT Opinion: " Want More Babies? You Need Less Patriarchy" An article addressing the "Nordic Model" of sex work Gail Dines' website on pornography Catherine McKinnon's work and research on feminism and on pornography The <a title="Sojourners' webs
Fri, July 13, 2018
Tom Digby on Men, Masculinity and Heterosexual Love
On this episode of en(gender)ed, our guest is Tom Digby , author of Love & War: How Militarism Shapes Sexuality and Romance . The book, Love and War , provides a new way to view heterosexual love, as well as the impact of misogyny in the everyday lives of men and women. Tom’s work has been widely shared in numerous public presentations about the intersections of masculinity, militarism, love, sexuality, and feminism. Tom Digby is Professor Emeritus of Philosophy at Springfield College and has served as U.S. Advisory Editor of the journal Men and Masculinities since it was founded by Michael Kimmel in 1998. His previous book was Men Doing Feminism (Routledge). Digby's early publications were on Plato, Aristotle, Hobbes, Kant, and ethical theory, but for the past 30 years he has written, lectured, and taught primarily about gender topics. Tom will speak with us today about the concepts in his book, including heterosexual love, the construction of gender in our society, the interplay of gender and militarism and its role in shaping our understanding of masculinity, sexuality, romantic love, misogyny, and even war itself. We will also discuss the role of the 2016 election in influencing identity and cultural institutions and cultural norms and our discourse on gender and masculinity. During our conversation, Tom and I referenced many resources that we share with you below: Sandra Bartky and her book, Femininity and Domination: Studies in the Phenomenology of Oppression Cordelia Fine who writes about the "gender binary" Friedrich Nietzsche and his characterization of heterosexual relationship dynamics, also featured prominently in Kate Millet's Theory of Sexual Politics The Undefeated documentary available on Netflix <li dir
Fri, July 06, 2018
Kathleen Russell of the CJE on judicial accountability, media oversight and protective parent advocacy
On this episode, our guest is Kathleen Russell, Executive Director of the Center for Judicial Excellence (CJE) , a non-profit based out of California whose mission is to protect vulnerable children in the family court system and to strengthen the integrity of all courts by creating judicial accountability. The organization’s strength is rooted in its unique mix of public education, media and judicial advocacy. We are here today to talk to Kathleen about CJE’s current work in judicial reform, how CJE is using the U.S. divorce and child murder statistics to inform media oversight and education efforts, and some of its past victories. During our conversation, Kathleen refers to the term "protective parent"--a parent, usually a mother, who makes allegations of abuse, child abuse, and/or child sexual abuse against the other parent and is not believed. Often the parent is retaliated against for making such allegations by having custody given to the abuser and limiting the time or access the protective parent has with the abused child. Joan Meier of DVLEAP shares her research about this issue in en(gender)ed Episode 9 . You can also reference earlier episodes of the family court crisis in Episode 7 when we speak with Nancy S. Erickson on Custody Evaluators and Mental Health Evaluations and with Barry Goldstein in Episode 10 about his proposed legislative actions. Kathleen also referenced: The California Protective Parents Association The <a title="California Bill, AB-2044" href= "https://leginfo.legislature.ca.
Fri, June 29, 2018
Barry Goldstein on Gender Bias in Family Courts and Suggested Policy Actions
This episode of en(gender)ed features guest, Barry Goldstein, an internationally recognized domestic violence author, speaker and advocate. He has worked in the DV movement since 1983 and served as an instructor in a NY Model Batterer Program since 1999. He is co-editor of two volumes of Domestic Violence, Abuse and Child Custody with Dr. Mo Therese Hannah, Representing the Domestic Violence Survivor co-authored with Elizabeth Liu, Scared to Leave Afraid to Stay and The Quincy Solution: Stop Domestic Violence and Save $500 Billion. Barry is the Research Director for the Stop Abuse Campaign and Co-Chair of the Child Custody Task Force for NOMAS, the National Organization for Men Against Sexism . Barry is here to speak with us today about his work in the courts, gender bias, the Stop Abuse Campaign and the Safe Child Act , a comprehensive legislative solution to the child custody crisis. If you would like to get in touch with Barry, please email him at info@stopabusecampaign.com . --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , <a title="Instagram" href= "https://www.instagram.com/engend
Fri, June 22, 2018
Joan Meier of DV LEAP on how family courts view abuse allegations
On this episode, our guest is Joan Meier, Professor of Clinical Law at George Washington University Law School, and the Founder and Legal Director of the Domestic Violence Legal Empowerment and Appeals Project (DV LEAP) . DV LEAP provides a stronger voice for justice by fighting to overturn unjust trial court outcomes, advancing legal protections for victims and their children through expert appellate advocacy, training lawyers, psychologists and judges on best practices, and spearheading domestic violence litigation in the Supreme Court. Professor Meier is here to speak us today about DV LEAP and her research findings from a 4-year empirical study of family court outcomes in cases involving “parental alienation” and child abuse. This study is an update to a 2017 publication called “ Mapping Gender: Shedding Empirical Light on Family Courts’ Treatment of Cases Involving Abuse and Alienation. ” We will also be speaking with Professor Meier about the intersection of domestic violence and child abuse and new policy reforms such as H. Con. Res. 72 , a child safety resolution which she co-authored. During our show, we referenced the following articles and resources which are listed below: Joan's article in the Huffington Post called " Lies, Damned Lies, and Statistics" which addressed the... ...The Wilcox and Wilson OpEd , citing marriage as a solution to end violence against women The Fourth National Incidence Study of Child Abuse and Neglect that Joan cited to debunk the Wilcox and Wilson OpEd And a powerpoint of the initial results of Joan's <a title= "Family Outcomes Project: Empirical Analy
Thu, June 21, 2018
en(gender)ed Reflections on abuse, control and gender-based violence--a look back with our guest, Michael
Greetings en(gender)ed listeners: We are sharing a new format episode where my friend Michael joins me as we reflect back on the first six episodes of the podcast. Michael and I used to work together and served many students who were not in school or not working and were looking to develop skills to go back to school or to find a job. The young people we were helping often had their systemic barriers exacerbated by personal conflict in their lives that were difficult to manage, such as parents who didn't prioritize their education or work over their care-taking responsibilities, or romantic partners who were not helping to parent, didn't support their efforts to better themselves, and/or engaged in deliberate patterns of behavior to sabotage their school and/or work. I was interested in Michael's perspective on the topics covered in our shows so far, especially since the majority of listeners are, not suprisingly, female. I hope you will find this episode engaging and, for the male listeners, an entree into your own exploration of what en(gender)ed has to offer you. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!
Sat, June 16, 2018
Nancy S. Erickson on Court-Appointed Evaluators and Mental Health Assessments
On this episode, our guest is Nancy S. Erickson, (J.D. Brooklyn Law School, LL.M. Yale Law School, M.A. Forensic Psychology John Jay College of Criminal Justice), a consultant on issues relating to law and psychology , particularly child custody evaluations and domestic violence . Nancy’s career spans over a decade of teaching law at top law schools in the country, eight years at Legal Services, and decades in private practice representing survivors of domestic violence. Nancy has written books and articles on family law, including domestic violence, child support, custody, marital property, attorneys for children , custody evaluations, and adoption. She is currently researching and writing on custody issues, especially custody evaluations, laws regarding custody in cases where there has been domestic violence, and the use of parental alienation theories against parents who are attempting to protect their children or themselves from abuse . We will be speaking with Nancy about her work and research on child custody evaluations, due process challenges the evaluations pose, and its impact on shaping safety outcomes for women and children in court. We will also be speaking with Nancy about a recent case she contributed to that, on its surface, has positive implications for both same-sex parents and for domestic violence victims. Here are some of the links to the articles we discussed on our show, including the same-sex custody case Nancy contributed to: Gender Bias in the Family Courts and the epidemic of courts giving custody of at least 58,000 children a year to abusers ProPublica article on the Lack of Oversight of Child Custody Evaluators ProPublica article on how <a title= "NY parents fight lack of right to see 'expert' custody reports" href= "https://www.propublica.org/article/new-york-parents-in-custody-fights-lack-right-to-see-expert-reports" target="_b
Sat, June 09, 2018
#SurvivorStories Series Debut with "Elizabeth" on abuser tactics, signs of abuse and upstander tips
On this first episode of the series we call #SurvivorStories, we introduce the hashtags #abusertactics, #signsofabuse and #upstandertips to shed light on the multitude of ways in which abuse, power and control, or coercive control dynamics can manifest in a relationship. Our goal is to help develop a cultural literacy around recognizing abuse of power. A common vocabulary and language can help all of us act more effectively and more responsibly when survivors in our lives reveal themselves to us. By understanding better the ways in which oppression is manifest in personal relationships, we can better recognize it when it shows up in our schools, in our workplaces, in our churches, in our popular culture and news, and in the rhetoric and practices that come from our elected officials and in law and in policy. If we connect the dots, we can see the intersectionality and roots of all oppression, linked. We can better recognize it in ourselves. It will help us better parents, supervisors, daughters, sons, friends, and neighbors. Hopefully, this greater awareness will create more compassion, more understanding, and deeper connectedness in our relationships. It will, in turn, move us further into the light. We will, then, become the solutions that we seek. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider supporting en(gender)ed because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!
Wed, June 06, 2018
Michelle Carroll of the NYS Coalition Against Sexual Assault on campus rape, laws and guidelines
On this episode, our guest is Michelle Carroll, Director of Campus Projects at the NYS Coalition Against Sexual Assault . In May 2017, Governor Cuomo signed into law New York's groundbreaking "Enough Is Enough" Law, NY Education Law Title 129-B , and the guidance the law offers , which requires that all colleges and universities in New York adopt a set of comprehensive procedures and guidelines related to domestic violence, dating violence, stalking and sexual assault, to ensure the safety of all students attending colleges in the state. Michelle speaks about her work implementing the law in college campuses across New York State, responses from advocates and its impact on students so far. In our conversation, Michelle also addresses about Title IX , implications on its enforcement given Department of Education's interim guidelines under Secretary of Education, Betsy Devos , and responses from parents of accused sexual assault assailants . Here is the " Dear Colleague Letter " that the Department of Education issued in September 2017, withdrew previous Obama-era issued guidance, effectively lowering the evidentiary standard for campus sexual assault investigations and rescinding the sixty day time limit to complete investigations. Our conversation also included reflecting upon rape and sexual assault in general, student protests of case mishandlings , #MeToo and the post by a woman who wrote about her date gone wrong with Aziz Ansari. During our conversation, we referenced some information and resources I am s
Fri, June 01, 2018
Ruth Glenn, CEO and President of the NCADV on national priorities in fighting gender-based violence
On our show today, our guest is Ruth M. Glenn, the CEO and President of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV). Previously Ms. Glenn was employed by the Colorado Department of Human Services for 28 years and served as the Director of the Domestic Violence Program (DVP) for the last nine of those years. Ruth has worked and volunteered in the domestic violence field for over 25 years and holds a Masters’ in Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Colorado Denver, Program on Domestic Violence, as well as a BA in Communications. Ms. Glenn has served on many domestic violence program and funding boards, provided hundreds of presentations on domestic violence victimization and survival, testified before the Colorado state legislature and the United States Congress, and provided consultation, training and technical assistance on a local and national level on victim/survivor issues as they relate to domestic violence. As a survivor, Ruth also often shares her experience to bring awareness about the dynamics of domestic violence. She is here with us on this episode to talk to us about the work she does at the NCADV and to debunk commonly held myths of survivors and abusers and how survivors and advocates like herself can play a vital role in the crafting of a national narrative in this work that is inclusive, empowering and impactful. We will be speaking with Ruth about the NCADV’s role in the creation of the DisarmDV website and partnership which will address gun violence prevention and reform in America, the role of the media in reporting on domestic violence and in particular, its role in gun violence, and her thoughts on the intersection of race, class and gender as it has played out in the NFL’s DV and kneeling policies. Here are links to some of the references we discussed in the course of our conversation: LA Times headline for the Santa Fe Shooting And here is a tweeter commenting on the #genderbias in the reporting of the incident: ...and the media's downplaying of the shooter's abusive childhood, which is often minimized or erased as part of #massshooter media coverage. Here is the letter that Ruth wrote to Sarah Palin when her son, Track, was arrested on domes
Thu, May 31, 2018
Phyllis B. Frank on Batterer Intervention Programs
On this episode, our guest is Phyllis B. Frank , the Senior Director of VCS , a mental health counseling and family service agency located in Rockland County, with an anti-racist, social justice mission. Phyllis has dedicated herself to the battered women’s movement for the past 40 plus years, starting the first NY Model for Batterer Programs . Phyllis shares with us her journey over the past four and a half decades from volunteer counselor to battered women's activist to social justice legend. She is here to talk to us about the program and its impact, shortcomings of the program, and other ways in which we can strengthen our systems to hold abusers accountable to their actions and keep survivors and their children safe. During our show, Phyllis and I spoke about a variety of topics and thought it would be helpful to share links to those references and resources: Effectiveness of Batterer Intervention Programs Best Practices for Batterer Intervention Programs The Emerge Website explaining why Anger Management is not appropriate for Batterers/Abusers --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter ,</s
Tue, May 29, 2018
Evan Stark on "Coercive Control" as a gendered liberty crime
On this episode, our guest is Evan Stark, a sociologist and forensic social worker who has been working at the interface of feminist activism, child welfare, health research and justice reform since he and his wife Anne Flitcraft, MD helped found one of the earliest Shelters for battered women in l970's. His prize winning book Coercive Control: How Men Entrap Women in Personal Life (Oxford, 2007) helped stimulate the new crime of "coercive and controlling behavior" throughout the United Kingdom and helped broaden the conversation in the United States. His new book "What about the Children?" documents the many ways that abusive partners coercively control children and how children respond, holding that it is imperative to treat coercive control as a spectrum. We will be speaking with Evan about domestic violence and coercive control and unpack some of the myths of domestic abuse and how batterers harm. We hope you will find this helpful in understanding those in your who may be engaging in these tactics and how best to respond and to stay safe. You can read more about Evan's background here and download a summary of his work on coercive control here . --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider supporting en(gender)ed because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , <span style= "font-weigh
Trailer · Sat, May 12, 2018
Introduction to the en(gendered) podcast
In our introductory episode of en(gender)ed, we address the what, how and why en(gender)ed exists and the purpose it serves in illuminating and informing our listeners of the myriad of ways gender-based violence and oppression is manifest in our society. We will address how we hope hearing from survivors, advocates and policy makers about these issues can be used as a source of information, inspiration and action for our listeners. Thank you for visiting us and we hope you can stay with us on this journey of learning and discovery. --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium . Consider supporting en(gender)ed because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . Don’t forget to subscribe to the show!
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