With Election Day 2018 in the rearview mirror, what happens next? The results were historic. How do our newly elected officials channel that momentum as they enter the House? For women who won, the path ahead is pretty clear. For women who lost, it’s less so. And for the volunteers who stepped up to help on all these exciting campaigns, it’s perhaps the least clear of all the best ways to stay involved. This week, Host Jenny Kaplan seeks answers to all of the above. She finds many of them at Vot...
Nov 29, 2018•43 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Election Day 2018 has come and gone. The results were historic. A record number of women will serve in the House of Representatives next year. While many great candidates won, many also lost. This week, we're talking about the latter. Host Jenny Kaplan's mom, Kathy Manning, was one of the candidates who lost. Kathy ran as a Democrat to represent North Carolina's 13th District. She speaks with Jenny about loss, lessons from the campaign, and why it was all worth it. Experts talk about the electio...
Nov 15, 2018•39 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Today is the day! A record number of women have stepped up to run this election. We're telling their stories. We covered why women run less and how their motivation to run differs from their male counterparts. We talked about money, race, and religion in politics. We dove into the differences between the two biggest political parties and we examined how incredible women are upending historical stereotypes. This week, we bring it all together. Host Jenny Kaplan tells the stories of Lucy McBath a ...
Nov 06, 2018•33 min•Season 1Ep. 18
With midterms around the corner, we want to bring you even more from the experts. Our bonus episodes are lightly edited interviews from thought leaders and people who are working tirelessly to get women elected in November. This week, Host Jenny Kaplan speaks with Brenda Carter, director of the Reflective Democracy Campaign, about how our government might be different if it looked more like the people it represents. Special thanks to Moran Audio for the tunes! www.wondermedianetwork.com Hosted o...
Nov 05, 2018•23 min
Native American and Native Alaskan women make up 1 percent of the U.S. population, yet there has never been a Native woman in Congress. It looks like that’s about to change. Host Jenny Kaplan chats with the woman who’s favored to make history on Tuesday: Deb Haaland, a Democrat from NM-01. Deb talks about how her experiences as a single mom and a Native American have shaped her political perspective. Experts share thoughts on the challenges of candidates of color, the effectiveness of a strong g...
Nov 01, 2018•36 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Women make up less than 20 percent of the members of the U.S. House of Representatives. In previous episodes, we’ve featured women running to serve in the chamber for the first time. This week, we’re telling the story of a woman who’s already made it and hopes to stay. Host Jenny Kaplan chats with Representative Cheri Bustos, a Democrat from IL-17, who is on the ballot for her fourth term. Cheri talks about what it felt like when she ran the first time and how that contrasts with her experience ...
Oct 30, 2018•39 min•Season 1Ep. 15
With midterms around the corner, we want to bring you even more from the experts. Our bonus episodes are lightly edited interviews from thought leaders and people who are working tirelessly to get women elected in November. This week, Host Jenny Kaplan speaks with author and journalist Rebecca Traister about today's feminism, women in the midterms, and her book, "Good and Mad: The Revolutionary Power of Women's Anger." Special thanks to Moran Audio for the tunes! www.wondermedianetwork.com Hoste...
Oct 28, 2018•42 min
The most vocal parts of the Christian community are often associated with the Republican party. But our candidate today says her progressive values stem from her faith. Host Jenny Kaplan chats with Tabitha Isner, a Democrat running in AL-02. Turning a deep red district blue is a real challenge, but recent political history in Alabama shows it’s not an impossibility. Tabitha talks about how her experiences as an ordained minister and a foster mom have shaped her political perspective. Experts sha...
Oct 25, 2018•42 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Historically, stereotypes about women focused on the frailties of the “weaker sex.” But many women running for office this year prove those notions false. Candidates have held positions in the military, intelligence agencies, and the State Department. This is the third of three episodes in which we’re speaking with women whose career experiences exemplify strength. Host Jenny Kaplan chats with Lauren Baer, a Democrat running in FL-18. Lauren was a senior advisor to both of President Barack Obama...
Oct 23, 2018•37 min•Season 1Ep. 12
With midterms around the corner, we want to bring you even more from the experts. Our bonus episodes are lightly edited content from thought leaders and people who are working tirelessly to get women elected in November. This week, host Jenny Kaplan attends a panel put on by the National Woman's Party in Washington D.C. Chris Jahnke leads a discussion with Leah Daughtry, A'shanti Gholar, and Kelly Dittmar on the movement of women stepping up to run. Special thanks to Moran Audio for the tunes! w...
Oct 20, 2018•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Historically, stereotypes about women focused on the frailties of the "weaker sex." But many women running for office this year prove those ideas false. Candidates have held positions in the military, intelligence agencies, and State Department. This is the second of three episodes in which we're speaking with such women. Host Jenny Kaplan chats with Abigail Spanberger, a Democrat running in VA-07. Abigail talks about her experiences as former CIA operations officer and how her background in int...
Oct 18, 2018•42 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Historically, stereotypes about women focused on the frailties of the "weaker sex." But many women running for office this year prove those ideas false. Candidates have held positions in the military, intelligence agencies, and State Department. Over the next three episodes, we're speaking with three such women. This week, Host Jenny Kaplan chats with Chrissy Houlahan, a Democrat running in PA-06. Experts share their perspectives about how different careers add to and influence policy perspectiv...
Oct 11, 2018•30 min•Season 1Ep. 9
With midterms around the corner, we want to bring you even more from the experts. Our bonus episodes are lightly edited interviews from thought leaders and people who are working tirelessly to get women elected in November. This week, we share Host Jenny Kaplan's discussion with Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi, a Democrat from Illinois' 8th District. Special thanks to Moran Audio for the tunes! www.wondermedianetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 09, 2018•12 min
Women tend to run for office less. Part of that is due to the fact that there's a confidence gap when it comes to women believing they are qualified to run. This week, we're talking to a woman who has overcome that obstacle and has made the decision to run -- twice. Host Jenny Kaplan speaks with Angie Craig, a Democrat running in a rematch in MN-02. Experts share their perspectives about the different ambitions of men and women and about how women are bringing more authenticity to the campaign t...
Oct 04, 2018•39 min•Season 1Ep. 7
With midterms around the corner, we want to bring you even more from the experts. Our bonus episodes are lightly edited interviews from thought leaders and people who are working tirelessly to get women elected in November. Host Jenny Kaplan talks with A’shanti Gholar, political director of Emerge America and founder of the Brown Girls Guide to Politics. Special thanks to Moran Audio for the tunes! www.wondermedianetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 02, 2018•29 min
It's been 50 years since Shirley Chisholm was the first black woman elected to Congress. This week, we're talking about people following in her footsteps -- women of color and specifically black women who are running for office this November. Host Jenny Kaplan speaks with Lauren Underwood, a Democrat running in IL-14. Experts share their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities for women candidates of color. Special thanks to Moran Audio for the tunes and to Ben Broer for audio editing e...
Sep 27, 2018•39 min•Season 1Ep. 5
With midterms around the corner, we want to bring you even more from the experts. Our bonus episodes are lightly edited interviews from thought leaders and people who are working tirelessly to get women elected in November. For our first, Host Jenny Kaplan talks with Emily Cain, executive director of EMILY's List. Special thanks to Natalie Brennan and to Moran Audio! www.wondermedianetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 26, 2018•32 min
This week we're talking about women and the GOP. Host Jenny Kaplan speaks with Cristina Osmeña, a Republican running in CA-14. Experts share their perspectives on why the Republican party is lagging when it comes to recruiting women candidates and how that could affect the party moving forward. Special thanks to Moran Audio for the tunes and to Ben Broer for audio editing expertise! www.wondermedianetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 20, 2018•37 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Host Jenny Kaplan speaks with Betsy Rader, a Democrat running in OH-14. Betsy shares her reasons for running and describes how money has shaped her life and her candidacy. Congresswoman Cheri Bustos, a Democrat from IL-17, also makes a guest appearance. Special thanks to Moran Audio for the tunes and to Ben Broer for audio editing expertise! www.wondermedianetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 13, 2018•37 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Midterms are rapidly approaching and a record number of women are running for office. But why are there so few elected women to begin with? We’re telling candidates’ stories and talking about the broader context. This week, we’re discussing the motivation to run. Host Jenny Kaplan speaks with a candidate who hits close to home -- really close to home. Jenny’s mom, Kathy Manning, is running to represent NC District 13. Special thanks to Moran Audio for the tunes and to Ben Broer for audio editing...
Sep 06, 2018•38 min•Season 1Ep. 1
A preview of what's to come: WMN presents Women belong in the House. Host Jenny Kaplan explains why she decided to quit her job in order to tell the stories of the record number of women who are running for office this November. Listen and subscribe for weekly doses of hope and optimism. www.wondermedianetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 02, 2018•4 min
