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Passionate about modern feminist issues? Want to learn more about how today's political, academic, and cultural leaders strive for a future of universal equality and justice? Join NOW in a podcast dedicated to intersectional feminist discussions in American society with leaders in entertainment, sports, politics, and science. From conversations on constitutional equality, to economic justice and r... more

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When someone keeps saying “I can’t,” the work doesn’t go away. Someone else picks it up. This week, Kim and Rose sit down with therapist Annie Wright to talk about weaponized incompetence, which is what happens when one person does a task badly, or c... more

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If the Trump Administration  pushes through the SAVE Act, millions of eligible Americans could be turned away at the polls, not because of fraud, but because of paperwork. This week, Kim and Rose sit down with Lauren Kunis, CEO and executive director... more

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Holding powerful men accountable used to mean going through the courts. Now, it means winning the fight for public opinion online, too. This week, Kim and Rose sit down with Cheyenne Hunt, lawyer, organizer, and founder and executive director of Reck... more

Fighting Christian nationalism with facts alone doesn't work. This week, Kim and Rose kick off season six with Monte Mader, progressive political and cultural commentator, writer, public speaker, and vocalist, to talk about why stories, not statistic... more

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Annie Wright
Licensed therapist, speaker, writer and author focused on emotional and relational patterns affecting driven women
Episode: He Can Run a Meeting but Not a Dishwasher
Lauren Kunis
CEO and Executive Director of VoteRiders
VoteRiders
Episode: Get in Losers, We’re Going to the Polls
Irene Strobin
President of Appleton Area NOW in Wisconsin
NOW Chapter
Episode: Get in Losers, We’re Going to the Polls
Cheyenne Hunt
Lawyer, organizer, founder and executive director of Reckoning Action
Reckoning Action
Episode: Past time for a Reckoning
Monte Mader
Progressive political and cultural commentator; writer, public speaker, vocalist
Independent / Monte Mader's own work
Episode: Deconstructing the Trad Wife Myth
Rachel Louise Snyder
Professor of literature and journalism at American University; author of No Visible Bruises
American University; New York Times contributor
Episode: What We Get Wrong About Violence Against Women
Sarah Kaplan
Professor Emerita and founding director of the Institute for Gender and the Economy
University of Toronto, Rotman School of Management
Episode: The Myth of Meritocracy
Sasha Goodfriend
Executive Director of MassNOW
MassNOW (Massachusetts NOW)
Episode: The Myth of Meritocracy
Shelby Von Hoff
Policy and Advocacy Director for NOW
NOW
Episode: The Myth of Meritocracy

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Kim Villanueva
Host with NOW affiliation, leadership involvement in feminist organizing and storytelling
Rose Brunache
Co-host, interviewer and NOW advocate, connected to local and national NOW initiatives

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Excellent Podcast

    Each episode is well done and thoughtful. Thank you for putting this out!

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    5
    Huckle b
    Japana year ago
  • Impactful

    What an inspiring podcast. Just listened to the first episode with Alyssa Milano. So inspiring. Makes me want to go out and take action.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LGDC22
    United States3 years ago
  • It was easy listening and interesting and relatable conversation. I will definitely start following this podcast.

    Audible
    5
    Christian Nunes
    United States3 years ago
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    It was easy listening and interesting and relatable conversation. I will definitely start following this podcast.

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    Christian Nunes
    United States3 years ago

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He Can Run a Meeting but Not a Dishwasher
Q: What can someone do if they are in a relationship shaped by weaponized incompetence?
Wright recommends making a decision to stop organizing life around another person's performed inability, describing the pattern with specific examples, transferring clear ownership of tasks, and not rescuing. She advises paying attention to whether the partner tries to improve or responds with rage, sabotage, or blame.
He Can Run a Meeting but Not a Dishwasher
Q: What is weaponized incompetence?
Wright defines it as a covert manipulation strategy in which someone deliberately performs tasks poorly or claims inability so the more capable partner carries the work. Genuine inability is broader, while weaponized incompetence is strategic and shifts labor to someone else.
Get in Losers, We’re Going to the Polls
Q: What exactly is the SAVE Act and why is VoteRiders opposed to it?
The SAVE Act would require documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote, creating a costly and inaccessible barrier that would disenfranchise many Americans across multiple demographic groups; VoteRiders argues it does not address a real problem and would harm voter participation.
What We Get Wrong About Violence Against Women
Q: First question is that I'd like to get at some of the language choices, because you note in your book that domestic violence is really not an agreed upon term. Is it controversial?
Yes, it's controversial because the term domestic violence can soften the severity of the issue; adopting a term like intimate terrorism better captures the brutality and risk involved, and it reframes how society should respond.
Feminism for the Algorithm
Q: How do you decide which topics to cover in your videos and stay true to your core message without chasing fleeting trends?
Blair describes a balanced approach: respond to moments that relate to core feminist issues, schedule programming around important observances, and collaborate with others to expand reach while maintaining a consistent educational focus.

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This show focuses on intersectional feminist issues in American society, featuring conversations with researchers, organizers, and NOW leaders about gender equality, reproductive rights, pay equity, and policy. Episodes explore structural barriers, cultural norms, and practical activism—from analyzing meritocracy and workplace equity to grassroots organizing and digital advocacy. Noteworthy are its behind-the-scenes looks at NOW, history-and-context deep dives, and a strong emphasis on actionable steps for listeners to engage, educate, and mobilize for social change.

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