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Inspired by creator and host Carmel Holt’s own 25 year career in radio, and lifetime devoted to music, SHEROES is a podcast that amplifies the voices of women and gender expansive folx in song and conversation. Hear a wide range of guests spanning genres and generations sharing their experiences in the male-dominated field of music, exploring perspectives of new voices and womxn who paved the way.... more

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The virtuosic guitarist Gabriela Quintero of the duo Rodrigo y Gabriela returns to SHEROES this week to discuss the brand new album OurHome which was recorded in Tokyo, and sees them returning to their acoustic roots. Gabriela also opens up about her... more

The always-inspiring, astonishingly prolific, multi-Grammy-winning, Pulitzer-Prize-winner Rhiannon Giddens returns to SHEROES to talk about her brand new album, Hope Is The Thing With Feathers - her seventh album. This is our third time welcoming Rh... more

This week, as many gather in Music City for AmericanaFest, we welcome a brilliant new entry into the Americana space: Nashville-based newcomer Aubory Bugg joins Carmel Holt to discuss their full length debut album, i think i had something once, grow... more

It's taken a long time for The Womack Sisters to realize their vision, but with the help of Daptone Records and their producer, Bosco Mann, their debut album has finally arrived. Listen in as Zeimani, Kucha, and BG Womack discuss their journey with C... more

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Rhiannon Giddens
Pulitzer Prize–winning opera composer, multi-genre musician, and founder of Our Native Daughters
Nonesuch Records, Silk Road Ensemble, Our Native Daughters
Episode: Rhiannon Giddens
Aubory Bugg
Newcomer artist releasing debut album
Dual Tone Records
Episode: Aubory Bugg
BG Womack
Member of The Womack Sisters
The Womack Sisters
Episode: The Womack Sisters
Zeimani Womack
Member of The Womack Sisters
The Womack Sisters
Episode: The Womack Sisters
Kucha Womack
Member of The Womack Sisters
The Womack Sisters
Episode: The Womack Sisters
Laura Veirs
Portland, Oregon artist; musician, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and visual artist
Temple Songs / Raven Marching Band Records
Episode: Laura Veirs
Taja Cheek
Musician and producer known as L'Rain
L'Rain / Mexican Summer
Episode: L'Rain
Kelsey Lu
Chellist, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer
Self/Artist
Episode: Kelsey Lu
Azniv Korkejian
Bedouine, musician
Bedouine / Neon Summer Skin
Episode: Bedouine

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Carmel Holt
Host of SHEROES

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 91 ratings
  • Best Podcast around

    Carmel Holts Sheroes is a fun starstudded journey into people’s musical stories . I love it check it out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Your my shero
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing

    Such a great show. Carmel is a thoughtful and powerful host. Love this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mep107
    United States2 years ago
  • My new fav ear candy

    I listen to a little bit of the show, then to the artist’s music, then a little more of the show… then more music. This show brings me all of the artists I need to hear… and their music. Inevitably, all of the guests on her show end up in my favs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ariewawa
    United States3 years ago
  • A great voice (and a great voice)

    Grateful to hear Carmel bring her wealth of experience and knowledge to this format. Wonderful perspective and next level interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    popguynyc
    United States4 years ago

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The show is a strong blend of music, interview, and advocacy, with a clear focus on elevating women and gender-expansive voices.
Grateful to hear Carmel bring her wealth of experience and knowledge to this format. Wonderful perspective and next level interviews.
This show brings me all of the artists I need to hear... and their music. Inevitably, all of the guests end up in my favs.
Carmel is a thoughtful and powerful host. Love this show.
Carmel Holts Sheroes is a fun starstudded journey into people's musical stories. I love it check it out.

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The Womack Sisters
Q: What lessons have you learned about image, stage presence, and being women in music?
They stress control over their image, the need to feel comfortable with their presentation, and the importance of not compromising personal style to fit external expectations, highlighting a balanced approach to fashion and performance.
The Womack Sisters
Q: What are your three roles in songwriting and production within the band?
They explain that each sister contributes vocally as distinct ranges, from alto to soprano, and that their collaboration is a blend of conversation, shared feeling, and ensemble arrangement, with Bosco Mann guiding the overall sonic direction.
Lido Pimienta
Q: How has motherhood influenced your artistic voice and boundaries?
Becoming a mother helped me understand my own free will, taught me to set boundaries, and pushed me to place my art and self-worth at the center rather than continually pleasing others.
Lido Pimienta
Q: What would you change in the music industry for women and marginalized groups?
I would remove the glorification of mega-rich figures who don't contribute artistically and stop elevating devious power structures; prioritize artists who actually create value and demand accountability for those who abuse power.
L'Rain
Q: How do you approach collaboration and the presence of women and non-binary artists in your work?
I actively seek diverse collaborators to keep the work evolving and avoid tunnel vision, and I've learned that different voices—from Yuka Honda to Yaya Bey—bring fresh energy that reshapes the sound and the message.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SHEROES

What is SHEROES about and what kind of topics does it cover?

SHEROES presents in-depth conversations with women and gender-expansive artists and industry leaders in music. Across episodes, the show foregrounds creative practice, equity, and resilience—covering genre-bending artistry, motherhood, representation, and the economics of an independent career. Notably, guests include singers, producers, songwriters, and activists who discuss process, collaboration, and systemic barriers in male-dominated spaces, often pairing intimate career stories with broader cultural critique. The show stands out for its bold advocacy, community-building focus, and willingness to explore activism, data-driven equity initiatives, and mentorship within the music world. This mix makes it useful for listeners seeking artis... more

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1. Rhiannon Giddens
2. Aubory Bugg
3. BG Womack
4. Zeimani Womack
5. Kucha Womack
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7. Taja Cheek
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