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The Progress Talks

by Nora Rumery

Join the host, Nora Rumery, as she travels through the past 100 years of women’s representation in government, movies, and more, exploring how things have changed, and where they still fall short.

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Episodes

  1. Who is Helen Claytor? (Ft. Julia Raap)

    Learn about the amazing Helen Claytor and her legacy in this special bonus episode of The Progress Talks!

  2. Are Chick Flicks a Good Example of Women’s Representation in Media?

    CONTENT WARNING: Sexual Assault. Many people know what a Chick Flick is, but it’s a genre that’s often regarded as being “less than” the typical Hollywood blockbuster. But what if I told you there are some good examples of Chick Flicks that have great representation of women? And have you ever...

  3. How is the Equal Rights Amendment Connected to the Movie 9 to 5?

    Lots of cultural change came to America in the 1960s, ‘70s, and ‘80s, but did women’s representation in film change? Find out in today’s episode of The Progress Talks!

  4. Was the Golden Age Really that Gilded?

    From the flapper era to Guys and Dolls, this episode covers it all. The Golden Age of Hollywood is revered as being a time of great creative development, but was it really? And how did it end? All sources cited on The Progress Talks website: theprogresstalks.weebly.com

  5. What’s Up with Modern Day Women’s Representation?

    What is the Bechdel Test? What in the world is a manic pixie dream girl? How many women have won an Oscar for best director? Join host Nora Rumery as she answers these questions and explores modern day women’s representation in media and government! All sources available on The Progress Talks...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Join the host, Nora Rumery, as she travels through the past 100 years of women’s representation in government, movies, and more, exploring how things have changed, and where they still fall short.

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Join the host, Nora Rumery, as she travels through the past 100 years of women’s representation in government, movies, and more, exploring how things have changed, and where they still fall short.

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