Conni Bille Talks Feminism Today, Backlash & Future

At a time when hard-won rights are being challenged and women across the United States are facing renewed political and cultural backlash, understanding the history—and future—of the feminist movement has never been more urgent.This Neglected Stories: People, History, Movements' episode  presents a powerful and timely conversation with Philadelphia-based feminist, political activist, and community leader Conni Bille.Drawing from decades of organizing in New York, Atlanta  and Philadelphia, Conni reflects on the emergence of the modern feminist movement, the victories that reshaped American society, and the deeper structural challenges that remain unresolved. Together, we explore the forces behind today’s backlash—from legislative rollbacks to cultural resistance—and what they reveal about the unfinished work of gender equity.But this is not just a conversation about the past. It is about strategy, resilience, and the road ahead. What must today’s feminist movement do differently? Where should alliances be strengthened? And how can new generations build power in a rapidly changing political landscape?This episode is both a reflection and a call to action—grounded in lived experience and sharpened by the realities of this moment.