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Marie-Louise Eta has broken barriers in football as the first woman to coach a top-tier European men's club at Union Berlin. But the historic appointment has also triggered a wave of misogynistic attacks.

On one of Paris's most prestigious avenues stands the former home of Jeffrey Epstein. As the world has discovered, the late convicted paedophile's activities went way beyond simply owning real estate around the world. In a special edition, Annette Yo... more

In this edition, we explore the creative brilliance of French author, George Sand as we mark the 150th anniversary of her death. Annette Young speaks to UK author and poet Fiona Sampson, whose latest book is about the trailblazing, cross-dressing wri... more

In this edition, we meet French farmer Laura Chalendard, who reported a sexual assault in 2023 and when no charges followed, launched a #MeToo movement in the agricultural sector to empower women to speak out against sexual violence. Also how perimen... more

In this edition, we focus on the world of philanthropy, with a spotlight on women donors. This as charities come under growing pressure, amid a shifting political climate that's impacting support for diversity and inclusion and especially as a signif... more

As the US–Israeli war with Iran continues, we focus on the heavy toll it is taking on women and children across the Middle East. Scores of civilians have already been killed throughout the region, with Iranians accounting for the majority of the deat... more

How the murder of a Chechen woman in the southern French city of Nice has resulted in local Chechen women speaking out against patriarchal traditions which normally force them to remain silent. Also amid the devastation in Gaza, a Palestinian coach i... more

As former British prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is arrested over ties to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the scandal spreads to France, where Paris prosecutors have opened an investigation into a former government minister and h... more

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Fiona Sampson
Award-winning British poet and author
Becoming George (book)
Episode: George Sand: The French woman writer who outsold Victor Hugo
Laura Chalendard
French farmer who launched MeToo Agricole
MeToo Agricole initiative
Episode: #MeToo and the French farming sector
Suzanne Ehlers
Executive Director and CEO of USA for UNHCR
USA for UNHCR
Episode: The power of giving: The role of women donors
Jasmine El-Gamal
Former Pentagon advisor
Episode: Caught in conflict: Women and the US–Israeli war on Iran
Tara Kangarlou
Iranian-American journalist
Episode: Caught in conflict: Women and the US–Israeli war on Iran
Yaryna Chornohuz
A noted Ukrainian poet and drone pilot
Ukrainian army
Episode: Epstein fallout reaches France as former UK Prince is arrested
Meganne Christian
British Australian astronaut and one of 17 selected as a reservist astronaut for the European Space Agency.
European Space Agency
Episode: One small step for women in space, one giant leap for equality
Jennifer Cox
Psychotherapist and author of Women Are Angry
Women Are Mad
Episode: The age of female rage
Sepideh Farsi
Iranian filmmaker
Episode: Iranian women on the frontline of protests

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Annette Young
Host of The 51% with frequent affiliations to FRANCE24 and related media outlets.
Jennifer Ben-Brahim
Guest host providing insights in later episodes and contributing to discussions on women's issues.

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George Sand: The French woman writer who outsold Victor Hugo
Q: Why did she end up wearing trousers?
Wearing trousers was a conscious, non-sexual choice aimed at signaling authorial seriousness and independence in a world where women were confined by gendered expectations, not primarily a statement about sexuality.
George Sand: The French woman writer who outsold Victor Hugo
Q: Why did she call herself George Sand?
She adopted the name George Sand as part of a deliberate strategy to be taken seriously as a writer, stepping into a male-presenting identity that allowed her to challenge gender norms and gain access to literary circles.
The power of giving: The role of women donors
Q: What challenges exist in attracting more women to donate?
While attracting women donors has not been hard in this case, the episode emphasizes inviting them in the right way and letting them take leadership roles, which can lead to more participation and larger, sustained giving.
The power of giving: The role of women donors
Q: Is MacKenzie Scott an outlier, or are there other donors like her?
There are other high-impact donors, including Melinda French Gates and donor groups who prefer quiet, sustained giving; while Scott is exceptional in scale, her approach mirrors a broader pattern of women donors embracing long-term, unrestricted support.
The power of giving: The role of women donors
Q: First, can you explain Building Better Futures?
Building Better Futures is a women-led, women-focused campaign aimed at transforming educational opportunities for refugee women, including funding scholarships and empowering educated women to reinvest in their families and communities.

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This program centers on women shaping society across politics, culture, science, and activism, with a strong emphasis on gender equality, safety, and leadership. Episodes frequently explore how women challenge patriarchal norms, highlight women in high-stakes professions (from space to diplomacy), and spotlight grassroots efforts—ranging from protests and policy change to community support for survivors. A notable pattern is a blend of investigative reporting, personal narratives, and expert insights from activists, researchers, and practitioners, often tying current events to broader issues like violence against women, pay gaps, reproductive rights, and representation in traditionally male-dominated fields. The show often features internat... more

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