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This is the Women's Declaration International (WDI) Podcast. Our weekly online webinars focus is how gender ideology is harming the rights of women and girls. Women’s Declaration International (WDI) hosts a range of women from all over the world on Feminist Question Time (FQT) and Radical Feminist Perspectives (RFP) and on webinars hosted by country chapters – all have signed our Declaration or ha... more

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RFP - "Choice" feminism vs. agency by Lauren Levey, discussed by Lauren Levey.

A live webinar recorded on 31st May 2026 at 10am UK time.

On Sundays (10am UK time), our webinar series Radical Feminist Perspectives offers a chance to hear leading fem... more

This week’s speakers:Voices of Afghan Women and Girls - Moderated by the Women’s Rights NetworkWe will then hear from two Afghan women who won scholarships to study in the UK and were able to leave Afghanistan last year.More info on how to support: h... more

RFP - 'Quintessence' by Mary Daly, discussed by Katerina Dakoura.

A live webinar recorded on 24th May 2026.

On Sundays (10am UK time), our webinar series Radical Feminist Perspectives offers a chance to hear leading feminists discuss radical femini... more

This week’s speakers:

Marie Hurabiell - USA

Democrat running for Nancy Pelosi's Congressional seat in San Francisco who supports single sex spaces for women - interview with Kara Dansky

Joni Zander and Melinda Mann - USA

Rad Fem Summer Camp

Chry... more

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Recent Guests

Lauren Levey
Radical feminist analyst and speaker, former WDI USA board member
Women's Declaration International (WDI)
Episode: RFP - "Choice" feminism vs. agency by Lauren Levey, discussed by Lauren Levey.
Tatiana Sukhareva
Country contact for Georgia and Russia; presenter of the Russia topic
WDI (Georgia/Russia contact)
Episode: Voices of Afghan Women + Russia normalising p*dophilia #WDI
Sue England
British lawyer based in Germany specializing in human rights law
Germany/UK, human rights law
Episode: Our Gay Brothers? and Epstein... the Echoing Silence - Feminist Question Time #WDI
Taina Bien-Aimé
Executive Director of the Coalition Against Trafficking in Women International
Coalition Against Trafficking in Women International (CATW)
Episode: Trafficking and other forms of violence faced by women by Taina Bien-Aimé #WDI
Renate Klein
Author and radical feminist scholar discussed in this episode
Independent scholar / Activist
Episode: RFP - "Radical Reckonings' (part 2) by Renate Klein, discussed by Renate Klein and Sheila Jeffreys.
Fern Hickson
Speaker about judicial review in New Zealand
Episode: Pornography & Violence in Schools + Elimination of gender stereotypes & the unequal power relations
Susan Hawthorne
Author of Unmaking War, Remaking Men
Author, Kathleen Barry's book presenter
Episode: RFP - ‘Unmaking War, Remaking Men: How Empathy Can Reshape Our Politics, Our Soldiers and Ourselves’ by Kathleen Barry, discussed by Susan Hawthorne.
Jo Brew
Participant at the LGB Alliance Conference
LGB Alliance
Episode: New "Trans" Healthcare Guidelines in Basque Country +Jo Brew @ the LGB Alliance conference 2026 #WDI
Breen Burke
Painter and guest on the live discussion
Episode: RFP - The Impact of Sheila Jeffreys' Early Books (1985-1990).

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Karla Mantilla
Host of the review segment, with a focus on radical feminist analysis and book discussions.
Jo Brew
Host associated with Radical Feminist Perspectives and on-site LGB Alliance conference coverage.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • Grateful for Unveiled Review

    It is always refreshing to hear critical thinkers discuss the cultures in which women are oppressed despite backlash that can be faced. Particularly with the ongoing fight in Iran, I am elated to see WDI platform this reality.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sileikis
    Canada5 months ago
  • Sanctuary

    Content that soothes the soul of lonely wimmin in this dark world. It’s relaxing to not suddenly hear misogyny in your daily podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WorstAugust
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Welcome Home Sister!

    The Elizabeth Chesak episode was very powerful. Thank you for giving me, a 56 year old lesbian, hope that my grand/great grand daughters will still have lesbian culture to look forward to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rootedwomon
    United States2 years ago
  • Great radical feminist podcast

    This podcast provides excellent radical feminist education, commentary, and analysis.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    liz listens
    United States2 years ago

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Critically engaging discussions that push for concrete policy change and survivor-led perspectives.
Strong scholarly foundation with practical implications for activists and policymakers.
Constructive, but some listeners may feel the polemical tone is challenging or abrasive at times.

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RFP - ‘Unmaking War, Remaking Men: How Empathy Can Reshape Our Politics, Our Soldiers and Ourselves’ by Kathleen Barry, discussed by Susan Hawthorne.
Q: How does the book address the role of women in military contexts and their experiences as civilians and family members?
The host and guest discuss that women are deeply affected both as individuals and as part of families, with trauma and violence linked to military engagements; they note that the book foregrounds violence against women as a central facet of war and argues for empathy-based approaches to reorganize social and political structures.
EU LGBTIQ+ Strategy and Parliament vote trans women = women, American TERFs crack leftie media
Q: Are you seeing that more and more on the trans thing that there are more mainstream women saying things like you can't change sex or is it still very shut down?
There are more mainstream media women now using radical feminist ideas, indicating a gradual shift in discourse.
RFP - Women and Evolution by discussed by Kathleen Lowrey.
Q: Is there a feminist complaint about the global fertility crisis?
While feminists may not collectively express concern over declining fertility rates, there is recognition that many women are having fewer children than they desire, which should be a concern for feminists.
Jill Raymond, Tatyana Sukhareva & Sybilla Claus | FGM, Women’s Resistance & Honour-Based Violence
Q: How can we help these girls?
Discussions focus on educating communities about women's rights and the necessity for laws that protect women from honor-related violence.
Jill Raymond, Tatyana Sukhareva & Sybilla Claus | FGM, Women’s Resistance & Honour-Based Violence
Q: Why did you decide to delve into this?
Sybilla details how the tragic story of Rayan Al-Najjar, a Syrian girl murdered by her family due to honor violence, motivated her to speak out and highlight issues surrounding honor-related violence and FGM.

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A bold, opinionated program centered on radical feminism and analysis of gender policy, sexuality, and women's rights. Episodes frequently critique gender-identity policy, advocate for sex-based rights, and discuss international legal frameworks, trafficking, and reproductive politics. Listeners can expect rigorous debates, scholarly references, and survivor-informed perspectives, with a sharp focus on policy outcomes and cultural narratives surrounding women's autonomy. The show often features multi-guest conversations that blend academic critique with activist storytelling, and it stands out for its unapologetic stance on single-sex spaces and women-only organizing across multiple countries.

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Recent guests on WDI Podcast include:

1. Lauren Levey
2. Tatiana Sukhareva
3. Sue England
4. Taina Bien-Aimé
5. Renate Klein
6. Fern Hickson
7. Susan Hawthorne
8. Jo Brew

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