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Imani Gandy is a lawyer, a reproductive justice advocate, and someone with a lot of opinions. B*tch, Listen is where all of that comes together—conversations about law, politics, race, pop culture, and yes, reproductive justice, with guests who are equally unwilling to be boring about it.

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Turns out the closet wasn’t locked—it was glass all along. Sometimes you just can’t see your way out.

In this classic episode, Imani Gandy talks with comedian, actor, and writer Franchesca Ramsey about coming out later in life, visibility, and the j... more

Roe v. Wade was never enough. Reproductive justice advocates have been saying that for decades. So why did so much of the reproductive rights movement organize itself around protecting Roe anyway?

In this solo episode, Imani Gandy explores how legal... more

In this week’s episode of B*tch, Listen, Imani Gandy taps political educator Blair Imani to answer that question.

The pair discuss whether online political education actually moves institutions, or just moves the people who already agree. Blair, who... more

The most informed progressive public in American history is watching a fascist takeover in real time. In her first solo episode, Imani Gandy wants to know why. From Black Twitter to the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act dying in the Senate twice, ... more

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Recent Guests

Blair Imani
Creator of Smarter in Seconds, educator and activist
Smarter in Seconds / Lingvano (ASL education)
Episode: Blair Imani on What Actually Changes Institutions
Josh Mankiewicz
Veteran television journalist, Dateline correspondent
NBC News
Episode: Dateline’s Josh Mankiewicz Takes You Inside the True Crime Machine
Vilissa Thompson
Disability justice advocate and social worker
Ramp Your Voice / Immersive Shadow
Episode: In Mercy's Shadow: The Mercy Narrative in True Crime
Portia Burch
Partner of the host, special guest for this episode
Episode: My Holidays Look a Little Different This Year (Thanks, Portia)
Judy Reyes
Actor known for Scrubs and related projects
Episode: Judy Reyes on ICE Raids, Humanity, and the Power of Storytelling
Elie Mystal
Nation's justice correspondent and Alfred Nobler Fellow
The Nation
Episode: The Constitution: A Scam by Rich White Men, for Rich White Men
Franchesca Ramsey
Comedian, actor, and author featured on MTV's Decoded and author of a memoir
Franchesca Ramsey / Chescaleigh
Episode: It’s Never Too Late To Be Gay, Featuring Franchesca Ramsey
Francesca Ramsey
Actor, writer, and content creator
Episode: Introducing Our New Show: “B*tch, Listen!” with Imani Gandy
Ellie Mistal
Political commentator, writer, former litigator
Episode: Introducing Our New Show: “B*tch, Listen!” with Imani Gandy

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Excellent. One of my favorite people, doing what she does best.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    HonestThief
    3 months ago
  • Gotta listen up!

    I love the insightful commentary—from Imani as well as her guests! The Elie Mystal episode was especially brain-opening. Check it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crikkett74
    United States3 months ago
  • More episodes please!

    Hi from France! Love your new podcast (I am a regular listener of Boom Lawyered) and I can’t wait for the new episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CommanderClawsome
    France3 months ago

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Blair Imani on What Actually Changes Institutions
Q: How do you determine whether online education is moving policy or just moving vocabulary?
By looking at whether viewers move from information to concrete actions—petition signatures, funding decisions, or legislative momentum—and by tracking if organizations amplify or build on the momentum you generate.
Blair Imani on What Actually Changes Institutions
Q: When you launched Smarter in Seconds, what were you hoping to achieve at scale and how did you measure success?
I wanted to transform quick educational pieces into lasting learning that translated into actions, not just views. I tested audience demographics, engagement, and whether viewers actually took steps like signing petitions or contacting representatives.
The Constitution: A Scam by Rich White Men, for Rich White Men
Q: What practical paths exist to reform the system given the power of the Supreme Court?
The guest discusses leveraging five liberal justices to reinterpret or expand protections via equal protection and due process, reforming the structure or composition of the Court, and demanding electoral consequences for politicians who fail to prioritize court reform and rights protection.
The Constitution: A Scam by Rich White Men, for Rich White Men
Q: How does originalism fit into the discussion about Reconstruction amendments and civil rights?
Originalism is shown as a tool that can be used to extract the original intent of the founders or the Reconstruction-era framers, but the guest emphasizes that the original intent was exclusionary. By reading original intent through a contemporary, inclusive lens, courts can expand protections rather than revert to an antiquated interpretation.
The Constitution: A Scam by Rich White Men, for Rich White Men
Q: What makes the Constitution a 'scam' in the host's view, and who benefits from that system?
The guest argues that the document was authored by slaveholders and designed to protect their power, benefiting white, rich, landowning men. This framework consistently advantages a narrow class, while the broader population—especially Black people and marginalized communities—has had to fight for incremental gains rather than guaranteed rights.

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What is B*tch, Listen! about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on law, politics, race, and culture through bold, unapologetic conversations with guests who bring expertise and lived experience. Across episodes, topics often thread through reproductive justice, constitutional questions, ethical media storytelling, and the human impact behind policy. Guests range from veteran journalists and legal commentators to actors and activists, with a strong emphasis on accessibility, accountability, and empowering discourse. A standout trait is the willingness to tackle complex issues with wit and candor, often centering marginalized perspectives and encouraging concrete action or reform. Listeners who want sharp analysis, culture-informed politics, and practical discussions about justice and re... more

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