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Web of WMN
by Acast Creative Studios
Each of us is surrounded by a rich community of connections -- we have some combination of friends, family, partners, co-workers, mentors, and more. Then each of those connections has connections too. It all forms a bustling, complicated, interconnected web. Welcome to Web of WMN, Wonder Media Network's new show that dives into the identities and relationships that form who we are as individuals and communities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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BONUS: Introducing Teaching Texas
In 1961, Norma and Mel Gabler were a quiet couple living in Longview, Texas. One day, they noticed some factual errors in one of their sons’ textbooks. What began as a small complaint morphed into a multi-decade crusade to shape what children of Texas — and therefore the country — read in their...
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BONUS: The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Season 9
The overturning of Roe v. Wade was one of the most sensational events of the year, though not for the better. In the season 9 premiere, A’shanti sits down with Oriaku Njoku, the new executive director for the National Network for Abortion Funds to talk about what’s next following the fall of this...
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BONUS: Ordinary Equality — Hanging On to a Future
Well, here we are. We're on the other side of what we've been talking about for years. Roe v. Wade has been struck down, and for the first time in our lifetime, abortion is no longer protected. In our first episode, Kate and Jamia talk to folks who've been living, and working, and surviving, in a...
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Bonus: Introducing...I Was Never There
Introducing Wonder Media Network’s first true crime show, I Was Never There. Thirty-four years ago, Marsha “Mudd” Ferber vanished without a trace from Morgantown, WV. Mother-daughter duo Karen and Jamie Zelermyer are going back to the land to figure out what the hell happened. Named a 2022…
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Introducing...The Accidental Activist
BLACK WOMEN FOR BLACK LIVES (BW4BL) This group started by 3 accidental activists Korrine Sky, Tokunbo Koiki and Patricia Daley has been amplifying the stories of black students affected by the Ukrainian crisis. They also have a GOFUNDME appeal, which I have donated to. To date the group says it…
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Bonus: Introducing She Votes!
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Celebrate Mother's Day with WMN!
We think that now more than ever, mothers deserve a day (or, dare we say, much longer) of appreciation for their work and love. Forgo the classic flowers and candies for a customized episode of Encyclopedia Womannica starring the mom in your life! Simply fill out a few questions and Encyclopedia...
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Introducing: Beyond Belief
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Introducing: Encyclopedia Womannica
Every weekday for a full year, listeners can explore the trials, tragedies, and triumphs of groundbreaking women throughout history who have dramatically shaped the world around us. In each 5 minute episode, we’ll dive into the story behind one woman listeners may or may not know -- but…
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On intergenerational activism, big tech, & the 2020 election
In episode 4, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed a new connection, DeNora Getachew. In episode 8, DeNora interviewed her friend, Glynda Carr. This time, it’s Glynda’s turn. She chose someone else from her life to talk to: her sorority sister and friend Michele Jawando, head of Progressive Engagement…
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On holidays & hiring at WMN!
Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. Special thanks to Overcoats for the tunes! This season of Web of WMN is exclusively sponsored by Skype, a Microsoft product. Follow Us: Website Twitter Instagram Hosted on Acast....
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On working in the White House, losing campaigns, & fixing democracy
In episode 3, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her former colleague, Megan Murphy. In episode 7, Megan interviewed her partner, Hilary Rosen. This time, it’s Hilary’s turn. She chose someone else from her life to talk to: her colleague and friend Anita Dunn. Hilary and Anita talk about sexism in...
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On risk-taking, transformational travel, & machismo
In episode 2, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her friend from work, Jing Cao. In episode 6, Jing interviewed her friend from college, Danielle Guillen. This time, it’s Danielle’s turn. She chose someone else from her life to talk to: her friend Anel Torres. Danielle and Anel talk about taking…
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On common ground, White Fragility, & Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon
In episode 1, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her friend from college, Sosie Bacon. In episode 5, Sosie Bacon interviewed her mom, Kyra Sedgwick. On this episode, Kyra chose someone else from her life to talk to: Stacy Huston. Stacy is the executive director of Kyra’s husband Kevin Bacon’s…
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On the importance of voting, getting radical, & Higher Heights
On episode 4, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed Generation Citizen NYC Executive Director DeNora Getachew. On this episode, DeNora picked someone from her life to talk to: Higher Heights Co-founder Glynda Carr. They talk about the power of Black women, finding your role, and being guided by faith.…
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Introducing: The Brown Girls Guide to Politics!
The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in most media coverage. This year was a record year for women of color running for -- and being elected to -- office. In the BGG to Politics blog, A’shanti Gholar created a space for...
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On the music business, gay rights, & Time's Up
On episode 3, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed former Businessweek Editor In Chief Megan Murphy. On this episode, Megan picked someone from her life to talk to: her partner Hilary Rosen. They talk about taking on illegal streaming services, the life and death stakes of the gay rights movement, and...
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On the Inland Empire, bridging communities, & finding faith
On episode 2, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her friend from work, Jing Cao. On this episode, Jing picked someone from her life to talk to: her college friend, Danielle Guillen. They talk about growing up in the Inland Empire, Chicano culture, bridging disparate communities, and the challenges of...
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On storytelling, directing, & environmental activism
In episode 1, Host Jenny Kaplan interviewed her friend from college, Sosie Bacon. On this episode, Sosie picked someone from her life to talk to: her mom, Kyra Sedgwick. They talk about growing up and leaving New York, the value of storytelling, and how becoming a mother launched Kyra’s...
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On civic engagement, motherhood, & being a democracy ninja
Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. On this episode Host Jenny Kaplan interviews a new connection, DeNora Getachew, the New York City executive director of Generation Citizen. They talk about growing up in New…
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On coming out, everyday politics, & letting men go.
Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. On this episode, Host Jenny Kaplan interviews a former colleague many levels her senior, former Businessweek Editor-in-Chief Megan Murphy. They talk about growing up in John...
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On building community, immigration, & civic education.
Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. On this episode, Host Jenny Kaplan interviews one of her closest friends from work, Jing Cao. They talk about Jing’s immigration from China, her experience growing up in a…
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On acting, privilege, & body politics.
Welcome to Web of WMN, the show that dives into the identities that make us who we are as individuals and communities. On this very first episode, Host Jenny Kaplan interviews one of her closest friends, Sosie Bacon. They talk about Sosie’s evolving career goals, her political perspective, and…
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Introducing: Web of WMN
Have you ever stopped to think about all the people you know? And all the people they know? Each of us has a rich community of connections. It forms a bustling, complicated, interconnected web. Welcome to Web of WMN, Wonder Media Network's brand new show. Host Jenny Kaplan launches four interview...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Each of us is surrounded by a rich community of connections -- we have some combination of friends, family, partners, co-workers, mentors, and more. Then each of those connections has connections too. It all forms a bustling, complicated, interconnected web. Welcome to Web of WMN, Wonder Media Network's new show that dives into the identities and relationships that form who we are as individuals and communities.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Acast Creative Studios
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Each of us is surrounded by a rich community of connections -- we have some combination of friends, family, partners, co-workers, mentors, and more. Then each of those connections has connections too. It all forms a bustling, complicated, interconnected web. Welcome to Web of WMN, Wonder Media...
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