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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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Raquel Berrios of Buscabulla joins Carmel Holt this week to chat about the new Buscabulla album Se Amaba Así - the Puerto Rican duo's sophomore album. The culmination of five emotional years that included some career highs (a Bad Bunny collab), and p... more

This week legendary, award winning singer songwriter Mary Chapin Carpenter sits down with Carmel Holt for a heartfelt and moving conversation, while discussing her 17th studio album Personal History, which was produced by Josh Kaufman (Bonny Light Ho... more

Australian band Folk Bitch Trio join Carmel Holt this week to talk about the journey to making and releasing their full length debut Now Would Be A Good Time, their lifelong obsessions with music and singing, and how they have been navigating the sex... more

She is a classically trained multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, and engineer, and has been called a savant of the modular synthesizer. Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith sits down with Carmel Holt this week to talk about her brand new album GUSH and her j... more

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Recent Guests

Raquel Berrios
Co-founder of the band Buscabulla and Puerto Rican musician
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Episode: Buscabulla
Mary Chapin Carpenter
Iconic singer-songwriter and musician
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Episode: Mary Chapin Carpenter
Heidi Paverill
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Episode: Folk Bitch Trio
Jeannie Pilkington
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Episode: Folk Bitch Trio
Gracie Sinclair
Member of Folk Bitch Trio
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Episode: Folk Bitch Trio
Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith
A multi-instrumentalist, singer, and expert in electronic music, known for her work with modular synthesizers.
Network Records
Episode: Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith: A SHERO's Journey
Lido Pimienta
Musical artist and composer known for her work blending Afro-Indigenous and classical music.
Anti Records
Episode: Lido Pimienta: A SHERO's Journey
Billie Marten
Acclaimed singer-songwriter and performer
Fiction Records
Episode: A SHERO's Journey: Billie Marten
Meg Remy
Acclaimed songwriter, producer, visual artist, and author, known for her work with the band US. Girls.
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Episode: SHEROES Special Episode: U.S. Girls In Nashville

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Carmel Holt
Host of the podcast, known for her in-depth understanding of the music industry and dedication to amplifying marginalized voices.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 75 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 Statesa year ago
  • Amazing

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mep107
    United Statesa year 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 States2 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 States2 years ago

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Many find the mix of personal stories and advocacy refreshing and impactful, resonating with their own values and experiences.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and engaging conversations that highlight women's experiences in music.
The host is praised for her thoughtful interviewing style and dedication to empowering voices that are often overlooked.

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Buscabulla
Q: What song should we go out with off of the new album?
Berrios suggests we finish with 'Se Amaba Así', emphasizing its deep emotional connection.
Buscabulla
Q: Can you expand on that a little bit for us and tell us like, what did you see growing up and what do you think is specific culturally speaking in terms of gender roles?
Berrios reflects on how her parents were influences, discussing the tension between traditional gender roles and the aspirations her generation holds, highlighting their own struggles and independence.
Mary Chapin Carpenter
Q: What does the word feminism mean to you?
Mary expresses that feminism means supporting women and equal opportunity, describing it as a badge she wears proudly.
Mary Chapin Carpenter
Q: Can you talk to us a little bit about your relationship to being a solo woman in the music industry?
Mary mentions that she finds value in both solitude and loneliness, discussing her life experiences openly and how she embraces those parts of her story.
Mary Chapin Carpenter
Q: Was there anything that cropped up for you during the writing process that surprised you?
Mary responds that nothing surprised her, feeling like she was comfortably reliving memories she wanted to examine.

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This podcast focuses on amplifying the voices of women and gender-expansive individuals within the music industry through engaging conversations and storytelling. Episodes feature a variety of artists ranging from emerging talent to established figures, sharing their personal journeys amidst the backdrop of a male-dominated field. Notable themes include the challenges faced by these artists, their advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, and the importance of community and support networks. Listeners can expect in-depth discussions on creativity, motherhood, and the broader social implications of gender in music, as well as insights into what it means to carve a space for marginalized voices within the industry.

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Recent guests on SHEROES include:

1. Raquel Berrios
2. Mary Chapin Carpenter
3. Heidi Paverill
4. Jeannie Pilkington
5. Gracie Sinclair
6. Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith
7. Lido Pimienta
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