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The Guilty Feminist

Deborah Frances-White
Feminism
And Just Like That
Comedy
Gaza
Sex and the City
Abortion Rights
Mental Health
Christian Nationalism
Women’s Rights
Women's Rights
Activism
Women Empowerment
Gender Equality
Body Image
Misogyny
Trans Rights
Reproductive Rights
Social Media
Motherhood
Palestine

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

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes748Founded11 years ago
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Latest Episodes

The Guilty Feminist 491. Dame Tracey Emin in Conversation

Presented by Deborah Frances-White.

Recorded 17 June 2026 at the South Bank Centre. Released 13 July.

The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge.

This episode was published in partne... more

The Guilty Feminist 490. Live from the Charleston Festival.

Presented by Deborah Frances-White with very special guest Rose McGowan.

Recorded 21 May 2026 at the Charleston Festival. Released 6 July.

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The Guilty Feminist 489. The Fear Opportunity

Presented by Deborah Frances-White with very special guest Victoria Pendleton.

Recorded 2 June via Riverside. Released 29 June.

The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge.

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The Guilty Feminist Culture Club. Under the Shadow.

Presented by Deborah Frances-White with very special guests with Carmen Nasr, Nadia Latif and Leila Farzad.

Recorded 16 June 2026 via Riverside. Released 24 June.

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Recent Guests

Victoria Pendleton
British former track cyclist, Olympic champion, author
Author of The Fear Opportunity
Episode: 489. The Fear Opportunity with Victoria Pendleton
Nadia Latif
Director of Under the Shadow
Under the Shadow (Almeida/Theatre)
Episode: Guilty Feminist Culture Club: Under the Shadow with Carmen Nasr, Nadia Latif and Leila Farzad
Carmen Nasr
Playwright who adapted the script
Under the Shadow (Almeida/Theatre)
Episode: Guilty Feminist Culture Club: Under the Shadow with Carmen Nasr, Nadia Latif and Leila Farzad
Leila Farzad
Actor playing Sheida
Under the Shadow (Almeida/Theatre)
Episode: Guilty Feminist Culture Club: Under the Shadow with Carmen Nasr, Nadia Latif and Leila Farzad
Leyla Williams
Deputy Director of West London Welcome
West London Welcome
Episode: 488. Migrant Rights and the Asylum Experience with Jessica Fostekew, Leyla Williams, Steasy Castro and Juliet Stevenson
Steasy Castro
Member and volunteer at West London Welcome, originally from El Salvador
West London Welcome
Episode: 488. Migrant Rights and the Asylum Experience with Jessica Fostekew, Leyla Williams, Steasy Castro and Juliet Stevenson
Juliet Stevenson
Actor and activist
Guest supporter of West London Welcome
Episode: 488. Migrant Rights and the Asylum Experience with Jessica Fostekew, Leyla Williams, Steasy Castro and Juliet Stevenson
Felicity Ward
Comedian
Independent
Episode: 487. The Anti-Gender Movement with Felicity Ward and Alice McCool - part two
Alice McCool
Journalist, The Good Law Project and investigative reporter
The Good Law Project / Byline Times / The Nerve News
Episode: 487. The Anti-Gender Movement with Felicity Ward and Alice McCool - part one

Host

Deborah Frances-White
Host of The Guilty Feminist

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 20.7k ratings
  • Hopeful and uplifting

    I listened to the 2 part episode featuring Zack Polanski and was absolutely blown away by the amazing questions and positive answers. This entire series on the road to Gilead has been brilliant. I recommend this completely.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bibbleycheese
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Love DebFW she is fabulous

    So enjoying the 10 for 10 series, amazing achievements and reach.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Walter WJ
    Australia6 months ago
  • Ep 461

    Her take on Paul in the first 15 min or so is absolutely hysterical. Terrific guests. Can’t wait to listen more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    imstayingforlunch
    United States6 months ago
  • Road to Gilead

    Thank you so much for this series! It’s really helping me to feel hopeful. Getting involved where we are is so important. 💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mixxy Messy
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Love

    Just love this Podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mira3107
    Switzerland7 months ago

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Many enjoy the live energy and candid conversations with guests across politics and culture.
Listeners praise the show for thoughtful, hopeful, and funny discussions on feminism and social issues.
Praise for accessibility and joining satire with serious topics, driving engagement and advocacy.
A portion appreciates the inclusive atmosphere, while a minority criticizes perceived bias.
Some critics feel certain episodes miss nuance or misstate facts, highlighting a divide in reception.

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#142
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#195
France/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#217
Australia/Comedy
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#72
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Apple Podcasts
#108
Ireland/Comedy
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#116
Brazil/Comedy

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

489. The Fear Opportunity with Victoria Pendleton
Q: How did you turn fear into a tool for growth, both in sport and later in life?
She explains reframing somatic fear responses as signals to prepare for challenge, embracing discomfort through practical steps like taking small adventures, and viewing herself as the hero of her own story to drive continual growth.
489. The Fear Opportunity with Victoria Pendleton
Q: What experiences in your early life helped shape your approach to risk and fear?
Pendleton talks about growing up in a family that valued equality, the support she received, and how fearlessness grew from having a twin who pushed her to try more, plus the realization that opportunities were not always equal.
487. The Anti-Gender Movement with Felicity Ward and Alice McCool - part one
Q: Are you excited about that?
Yes, the second half will be a deep-dive with Alice McCool, bringing sharp analysis to the topic after the comedy and anecdotes of the first half.
485. Waterstone’s Book Club – Bimbo by Ashley James
Q: What part of your schooling and early life most shaped your views on gender?
Ashley shares stories from private school experiences, slut-shaming, and the double standards of teachers and peers, which laid a foundation for her later feminist perspectives and critique of societal expectations.
485. Waterstone’s Book Club – Bimbo by Ashley James
Q: How has writing the book changed you personally?
She describes catharsis in documenting formative experiences, realizing that many feelings of shame were conditioned and not intrinsic, and understanding the importance of meeting people where they are in their own learning journey.

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A sharp, conversational show that blends feminism, politics, culture, and humor with live-audience energy. Episodes span feminist theory, media criticism, digital culture, policy, and social justice, often featuring cross-disciplinary guests from comedy, activism, academia, journalism, and politics. Highlights include incisive discussions on online harms, reproductive rights, workplace equality, and the use of humor to unpack complex social issues. The format stays engaging through personal anecdotes, provocative questions, and actionable takeaways for listeners who want to stay informed and involved, while maintaining a playful, welcoming vibe that invites diverse perspectives.

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7. Juliet Stevenson
8. Felicity Ward

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