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The Guilty Feminist

Deborah Frances-White
Feminism
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Ever felt like you should be better at feminism? Join comedian Deborah Frances-White and her guests for this comedy podcast, recorded in front of a live audience. Each week they discuss our noble goals as 21st century feminists and the hypocrisies and insecurities that undermine them. Deborah Frances-White is the 2016 Writers' Guild Award Winner for Best Radio Comedy for her hit BBC Radio 4 series... more

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Latest Episodes

The Guilty Feminist Redux: Cancel Culture Choose Your Own Adventure

Presented by Deborah Frances-White and Shaparak Khorsandi with special guest Leila Navabi

Recorded 4 November 2023 at Soho Theatre. First released 13 November.

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The Guilty Feminist 436. Cancel Culture

Deborah Frances-White in conversation with Josie Long

Recorded 2 April 2025 at Glasgow Glee. Released 12 May.

The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge.

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The Guilty Feminist 435. Does History Have a Right Side?

Deborah Frances-White in conversation with Jessica Fostekew

Recorded 1 April 2025 at Leeds Old Woollen. Released 5 May.

The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge.

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The Guilty Feminist 434. Alison Bechdel in Conversation

Presented by Deborah Frances-White with special guest Alison Bechdel

Recorded 21 April 2025 via Riverside. Released 28 April.

The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge.

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Recent Guests

Basia Cummings
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Episode: Deborah Frances-White on The News Meeting
Dia Day
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Episode: 430. Versions of Us with Fran Lusty, Rosie Hewlett and Dia Day
Rosie Hewlett
An author known for retelling mythological stories including Medea and Medusa
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Episode: 430. Versions of Us with Fran Lusty, Rosie Hewlett and Dia Day
Fran Lusty
An indie folk singer-songwriter with a Norwegian heritage
Episode: 430. Versions of Us with Fran Lusty, Rosie Hewlett and Dia Day
Annie Lennox
Music icon, singer-songwriter, activist, and co-founder of The Circle
The Circle
Episode: 428. The Circle with Annie Lennox, Raakhi Shah and Grace Dorong
Raakhi Shah
CEO of The Circle with extensive background in international development, dedicated to fighting for women's rights
The Circle
Episode: 428. The Circle with Annie Lennox, Raakhi Shah and Grace Dorong
Grace Dorong
Founder of Roots of Generation, a women-led grassroots organization in South Sudan
Roots of Generation
Episode: 428. The Circle with Annie Lennox, Raakhi Shah and Grace Dorong
Jennifer Robinson
A barrister who has acted in key human rights and media freedom cases in domestic and international courts.
Legal practice specializing in human rights and media freedom
Episode: 427. The Law Silencing Women with Claire Hooper and Jennifer Robinson
Jamila Rizvi
Author of Not Just Lucky and The Motherhood, editor-at-large of futurewomen.com
Future Women
Episode: The Guilty Feminist Redux: Health and Being Heard with Felicity Ward, Jamila Rizvi and Astrid Edwards

Host

Deborah Frances-White
Deborah Frances-White is a multi-award-winning comedian, writer, and broadcaster, known for blending comedy with poignant discussions on feminism and social justice. She is the primary host and often leads engaging conversations with a variety of guests across diverse topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 20.4k ratings
  • Not intellectual and cannot debate. Massive boor.

    Went on Triggernometry and exposed her complete failure of intellect and inability to debate. So bad it’s hilarious. 😂😂😂 Just another grifter. The book will be another waste of paper.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Axzunhdsgur
    United Kingdom23 days ago
  • So good!

    I’ve been listening for years and it’s consistently one of my top go-tos. Beautiful blend of comedy, important current events, and advice on ways to help worthy causes. Love that it’s a live audience recording, too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoGoMego
    United States2 months ago
  • Funniest podcast I've listened to!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    listeningfan
    2 months ago
  • Inappropriate advertising

    I have listened to The Guilty Feminist in the past, and have returned to get more feminist content. The first ad before the episode began was an anti-wrinkle cream. This is so disappointing.

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    1
    sgavsbbsgx
    Australia3 months ago
  • Promoters of Men Who Want to Destroy Women’s Safe Spaces

    I wonder if the title of the podcast refers to the fact that the presenters have no actual interest in women’s rights? Especially since, in the case of Mridhul Wadhwa, a man who doesn’t have a Gender Recognition Certificate and headed up the Edinburgh Rape Crisis Centre on false pretences (he wore a sari and applied for a women-only job. No one asked if he’s actually a bloke,) and whom the judge declared at a tribunal as running a ‘heresy hunt’ in ERCC?

    This is a man who declared on the Guilty ... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    yogini78
    United Kingdom9 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the combination of humor with serious discussions around feminism and societal issues.
Some criticisms arise about specific views, particularly on gender identity, which may polarize parts of the audience.
The show offers a refreshing mix of entertainment and education, appealing to those passionate about women's rights.
Live episodes are particularly praised for fostering a strong sense of community and engagement among listeners.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#150
United Kingdom/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#193
Australia/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#48
Chile/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#86
Denmark/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#100
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#100
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435. Does History Have a Right Side with Jessica Fostekew
Q: Is there a need for a conversation about remilitarization on different terms?
I think we should be spending money on our military, but not at the expense of vulnerable populations.
435. Does History Have a Right Side with Jessica Fostekew
Q: What do you think are some of the things that we're doing now that future generations will find embarrassing?
I think the big one is animal rights.
436. Cancel Culture with Josie Long
Q: How would you suggest starting a conversation on topics like misogyny and sexism, with teenage boys in a way that they'll be receptive?
Deborah recommends starting the conversation by discussing how the current system also makes things unfair for men, using examples that highlight shared experiences of injustice to build mutual understanding and then introducing discussions about women's issues.
432. Why We Can’t Have Conversations Any More with Susan Wokoma
Q: What’s the difference between a guilty feminist in 2018 and 2025?
It's a lot harder now; we must be galvanized to be full of action rather than just hope.
432. Why We Can’t Have Conversations Any More with Susan Wokoma
Q: Was there a conversation that you didn't include in the book because you thought perhaps the world wasn't quite ready for it?
Yes, there were conversations that I think are flammable that I don't think it's my place to discuss.

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A unique blend of comedy and activism, this show offers a platform for exploring modern feminism through humor and personal narratives. Each episode features discussions on pressing social issues such as women's rights, reproductive health, and the dynamics of gender identity, often highlighting the many contradictions and challenges faced by feminists today. The host, along with various guests, tackles these subjects with both wit and sincerity, aiming to make feminism more accessible and relatable.

What sets this apart is not just the comedic approach but also the diverse range of guests from various fields who bring their experiences and insights into discussions around systemic gender issues, offering listeners both entertainment and t... more

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1. Basia Cummings
2. Dia Day
3. Rosie Hewlett
4. Fran Lusty
5. Annie Lennox
6. Raakhi Shah
7. Grace Dorong
8. Jennifer Robinson

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