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Advanced TV Herstory
by Cynthia Bemis Abrams
Connect the dots of TV and feminism to American culture and politics with host Cynthia Bemis Abrams. Interviews with top names - in front of and behind the scenes - offer insights into TV that has shaped American culture and influenced the world. Check out episodes featuring interviews with women in television like Annie Potts, Margaret Cho and Kim Fields, TV directors, showrunners and writers, as well as academics and authors.Television veteran writers Georgia Jeffries, Victoria Riskin and April Smith are featured in episodes that explain storytelling as a writing craft. These discussions will forever change how you watch TV.Explore issues of race through interviews with academics Robin Means-Coleman and Charlene Regester, and influencer Karly Beaumont. Ever since the #MeToo Movement of 2017-18, Cynthia has highlighted key episodes and events surrounding sexual harassment - fictional and real life. With listeners around the world, Cynthia celebrates the progress of representation i
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Storytelling & Feminism: A TV Journey
Summer means the anniversary episode of Advanced TV Herstory. Cynthia Bemis Abrams reflects on the journey of her podcast, sharing insights and stories that shaped episodes during the past year. She revisits instances from interviews and correspondence that fortify her examination of storytelling through TV, and how it documents social progress and challenges.Highlights:Gratitude and Community: Cynthia expresses her appreciation for the loyal listeners and contributors who have supported the podcast throughout its journey.Impact of Broadcasting: Discussions with guests like Neil Sabin and Alissa Shapiro from Weigel Broadcasting explore the enduring power of cable TV in shaping cultural narratives.Influential Women in TV: Cynthia shares conversations with actors such as Stepfanie Kramer, Denise Nicholas, and Jonelle Allen, highlighting the role of feminism and progressive writing in classic TV series like Hunter, Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, In the Heat of the Night and Room 222.Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman: Cynthia plugs the 2025 interview about Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman with creator Beth Sullivan, about her approach to using history to tell universal stories with a moral twist.Navigating AI and SEO: Cynthia candidly discusses the challenges posed by AI and SEO in the podcasting world, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and originality.Personal Reflections: Heartfelt thanks to family and colleagues who have inspired and supported the podcast's mission.Episodes Mentioned:Denise Nicholas; Trailblazing Actor & Writerhttps://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/62ef89a3-220d-452b-9a08-bad38d976087.mp3Dr. Quinn Creator Beth Sullivan on Feminist Storytellinghttps://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8bd5fcc8-c74d-4a63-8eaa-32df63503145.mp3Hunter, Fame & Feminism with Stepfanie Kramerhttps://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fa19d380-cfdf-4b17-9c43-75d8ee28a070.mp3The Donna Reed Show: Feminism, Legacy & Innovation (Mary Owen)https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/17aa1f7e-5795-46ba-bdae-7a5344b18944.mp3Cable TV Profiles Regina Jones, Iconic “Soul” Founder (Alissa Shapiro)https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/70d9fdac-6513-45a9-8336-6b10882d127d.mp3MeTV Exec Neal Sabin on Classic & Comfort TVhttps://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8493b35a-d505-4c3a-9008-55f55c0c3f70.mp3Minnesota’s TV Legacy: Women, News & Cultural Powerhttps://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/93855928-091e-49c5-89cd-6421967e8a99.mp3CONNECT WITH CYNTHIA and ADVANCED TV HERSTORYMonthly Newsletter - https://cynthiabemisabrams.com/Website - https://cynthiabemisabrams.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/advancedtvherstory/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@advancedtvherstoryLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-bemis-abrams-5046573/PRODUCTIONPodcast Editing - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariloumarosz/Video Editing - https://nivialopez.com/Music by Jahzzar - https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/TIMESTAMPS[00:37] Anniversary 2026[02:37] Reviews and discoverability[03:59] Guests in 2025-2026[06:51] Operation Metro Surge[07:52] The listener experience and website upgrade[10:01] AI and SEO[13:27] Protecting artists and creativity[16:56] Mission and family
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Connect the dots of TV and feminism to American culture and politics with host Cynthia Bemis Abrams. Interviews with top names - in front of and behind the scenes - offer insights into TV that has shaped American culture and influenced the world. Check out episodes featuring interviews with women in television like Annie Potts, Margaret Cho and Kim Fields, TV directors, showrunners and writers, as well as academics and authors.Television veteran writers Georgia Jeffries, Victoria Riskin and April Smith are featured in episodes that explain storytelling as a writing craft. These discussions will forever change how you watch TV.Explore issues of race through interviews with academics Robin Means-Coleman and Charlene Regester, and influencer Karly Beaumont. Ever since the #MeToo Movement of 2017-18, Cynthia has highlighted key episodes and events surrounding sexual harassment - fictional and real life. With listeners around the world, Cynthia celebrates the progress of representation i
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Connect the dots of TV and feminism to American culture and politics with host Cynthia Bemis Abrams. Interviews with top names - in front of and behind the scenes - offer insights into TV that has shaped American culture and influenced the world. Check out episodes featuring interviews with women...
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