x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

The Women"s Current

Sylvia Beckerman & Molly Wadzeck

The Women’s Current: Is the Tide Turning? — hosted by Sylvia Beckerman, founder of Life Après, with Molly Wadzeck as co-host. Together they dive into what it really means for women to support one another across generations. From the women who broke barriers to the ones redefining power, ambition, and voice today, each episode explores how the current is shifting — and who’s helping steer the tide. Thoughtful. Candid. Intergenerational. Available wherever you listen to podcasts — including Apple

society & culture relationships

All Episodes

35:32

‘The Babysitter: My Summers with a Serial Killer’

The Women"s Current ·

2021/05/27

My Babysitter, My Summers With a Serial Killer is a chilling true story, part memoir and part crime investigation. Based on Liza's summers as a child on the Cape, you con't be able to put it down. It was the 60’s. Her babysitter was a kind, handsome handyman who took Liza and her sister on adventures. Adventures which included visits to his ‘secret garden.’ A secret garden which turned out to be where some of his victims were buried. And a babysitter who turned out to be a charming, brutal

en-US

40:14

Pat Lynch: Founder WomensRadio®

The Women"s Current ·

2021/05/25

For Pat Lynch, Founder WomensRadio(R) her former boss gave her a lifeline. Pat's immediate boss really liked her marketing ideas. The problem was, he could never answer the question as to when they would be implemented. So Pat went up the line to his boss who told her: ‘You know your boss has been here longer and he has a family. So maybe you should find another job.’ Words that eventually propelled her to where she is now. By the age of 25, Pat had served as the Press Secretary for a U.S. Senator

en-US

28:17

Olivia Campbell: Author ‘Women in White Coats’

The Women"s Current ·

2021/05/20

Olivia Campbell, author of the non-fiction book, Women In White Coats: How the First Women Doctors Changed the World of Medicine. Women in White Coats takes us back to the early 1800’s. Before there were any women doctors, it was a time when women were dying from treatable diseases. Dying because they avoided medical demeaning and painful examinations that were only given by male doctors. It sounds unbelievable, but a diagnosis of illness for a woman held quite a stigma. A stigma that could hinder

en-US

32:13

Zibby Owens: CEO ‘Moms Don’t Have Time To’, Podcast...

The Women"s Current ·

2021/05/18

'You just think it's one day after another but when you get a break and can reflect I feel like the perspective that it's given me has allowed me to reset.' Zibby Owens is a very busy mom of four. The CEO of Moms Don’t Have Time To, Zibby founded the media company featuring podcasts, publications and communities. Zibby hosts the award-winning podcasts Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books and Moms Don’t Have Time to Lose Weight. She is the author and editor of the anthology Moms Don’t Have Time to: A

en-US

30:10

Tami Charles: Bestselling Author ‘Muted’

The Women"s Current ·

2021/05/13

This week’s ‘My Reading Corner’, I talk with bestselling author Tami Charles. Her newest YA novel, Muted has already received wide acclaim. Although considered a YA (Young Adult) author, her novels are meant to be read by parents and adults. With stress and social media, dreams and promises, Tami’s books are ones that help her young adult audience know that they’re not alone. For the older generation, they give insight into the minds of young adults. Muted brought back Tami’s time tasting fame in

en-US

34:01

Abby Sher: Comedian, Performer, Writer, Mom

The Women"s Current ·

2021/05/11

When I started talking to Abby, I went into the conversation with the idea that I would be talking to someone who was funny. And for sure, she is. Funny, warm and able to talk candidly about herself. So candidly, that I knew this is exactly the conversation needed for so many. With much humor and humility, Abby speaks about her own struggles. Her struggles with an eating disorder, her intimidation of those who are supposed to be in the know and how improv and comedy helped her hide. And how she

en-US

38:03

Judithe Little: Author ‘The Chanel Sisters’

The Women"s Current ·

2021/05/06

Judithe Little is the award winning author of two historical novels, ‘The Chanel Sisters’ and ‘Wickwythe Hall.’ She grew up in Virginia where she earned her B.A. in Foreign Affairs from the University of Virginia. Judithe studied at the Institute of European Studies and the Institut Catholique in Paris. Afterwards she was an intern at the U.S. Department of State. Judithe then went on to earn her law degree from the University Of Virginia School Of Law where she was on the Editorial Board of the

en-US

20:42

Gayle Kabaker & Sonya Kitchell: Mother & Daughter

The Women"s Current ·

2021/05/04

Gayle Kabaker and Sonya Kitchell Gayle Kabaker, mother and daughter Sonya Kitchell, one a world renowned freelance illustrator and artist, the other a two-time Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter. One a new grandmother, the other a new mom...mothers and daughters. The bond between a mother and her children starts early on. For Gayle and Sonya the bond is even stronger. Five months ago, baby Mona made it a trio. Gayle is a world renowned longtime freelance artist and illustrator. She's

en-US

35:34

Rebecca Walker & Lily Diamond: – Co-Authors ‘What’s...

The Women"s Current ·

2021/04/29

Co-authors of the newly published What's You Story? A Journal for Everyday Evolution, Rebecca Walker and Lily Diamond give us an interactive roadmap for beginning a new life story. Rebecca Walker is an award winning writer, feminist and activist. She has contributed to the global conversation about race, gender, power and the evolution of the human family. Rebecca has written, developed and produced film and television projects with Warner Brothers, NBCUniversal, Amazon, HBO and Paramount. And she

en-US

37:41

Ilyana Kadushin: – Audiobook Narrator & Performer,...

The Women"s Current ·

2021/04/27

What do you think of when you hear music? Does it bring back memories? Does it make you want to get up and dance? Let's add voice into the mix and think about the images that your mind conjures up. Ilyana Kadushin uses both music and voice. And both manage to affect change, whether narrating or performing a book, producing music or co-hosting the podcast 'No, I Know.' Ilyana has delved into the world of performance, film, art and music melding these creative mediums. Always a part of the

en-US

44:19

Paulina Bren: – Author ‘The Barbizon: The Hotel that...

The Women"s Current ·

2021/04/22

Paulina Bren is the author of The Barbizon: The Hotel That Set Women Free. It's the fascinating true story of one of the first residences for women only. From its opening in 1928 to the present, Paulina brings us the evolution of both the place and the women who stayed there. Located in the heart of New York City, it drew women from all over the country. Each one brought ‘a suitcase and a dream.' Paulina delves into how the Barbizon was supposedly setting women free. And explains the reality of how

en-US

28:32

Judith Sherven, PhD: – Clinical Psychologist,...

The Women"s Current ·

2021/04/20

A former actress (you may have spotted Judith in one of the original Star Trek series episodes), Judith Sherven coined the phrase The Fear of Being Fabulous. A clinical psychologist with more than 35 years’ experience as a psychotherapist, transformational executive coach and business consultant, Judith practices alongside her husband Jim Sniechowski, also a PhD Clinical Psychologist. Judith is an executive coach for a number of tech companies. She helps leaders overcome any insecurities they have

en-US

37:21

Sharon G. Flake: – Multi-Award Winning Author ‘The...

The Women"s Current ·

2021/04/15

Sharon G. Flake is a multi-award winning young adult and children’s author. She is a three-time winner of the Coretta Scott King award. Her latest book, The Life I’m In follows her groundbreaking debut novel The Skin I’m In. The impact of her debut novel more than 20 years ago, is felt today. Sharon’s books withstand the test of time. It was a given that a sequel was needed, even if it took her 20 years to be convinced of it. Sharon continues to take on the tough issues: race, self-esteem,

en-US

46:51

Dr. Fatima Khan: – Menopause Specialist, This Isn’t...

The Women"s Current ·

2021/04/13

It’s no longer taboo to talk about menopause. In fact, it’s one of the healthiest topics for women to talk about. Dr. Fatima Khan is the ‘Menopause Specialist.’ She is an expert in perimenopause and menopause. Using a holistic approach to women’s physical, emotional and mental wellbeing, Fatima is empowering women through the transition. Fatima completed her medical training in the United Kingdom from Imperial College London in 2007 where she received a Bachelor in Medicine and a Bachelor in

en-US

41:35

Jona Frank: Author ‘Cherry Hill: A Childhood...

The Women"s Current ·

2021/04/08

The debut of our special Thursday's segment 'Sylvia & Me - My Reading Corner' with author and portrait photographer, Jona Frank. Known for her portraits surrounding youth culture, Jona made a slight detour and wrote a memoir. Not one for doing what is expected, Jona’s memoir is done not with words, but with photographs. But if you’re thinking, great, a book of old photos…you're wrong. 'Cherry Hill: A Childhood Reimagined´ stars Laura Dern as her mother. Jona grew up in the 60’s in suburban Cherry

en-US

31:23

Bunmi Laditan: Award Winning Writer, Believer,...

The Women"s Current ·

2021/04/06

Bunmi Laditan, is an award winning, Webby nominated writer. Most of you may know her by her moniker ‘Honest Toddler.’ Her debut novel, Confessions of a Domestic Failure, is a satirical, realistic look at motherhood. Bunmi has outdone herself with her latest book, : Honest Prayers to a God who Listens. She had originally written this collection of poetry and prayers as a way of following her own spiritual journey. With candor, self-aware humor, and a profound insight, Bunmi saw that so many were

en-US

34:44

Jenny Lecoat: NY Times Bestselling Author,...

The Women"s Current ·

2021/03/30

Jenny Lecoat grew up in Channel Islands, 15 years after World War II. She knew her family’s history, but she didn’t know the horrors that they had experienced. Her curiosity peaked in her 30’s when Jenny saw photos of her family being shown in documentaries on national British television. Seeing them, Jenny realized that she had a responsibility to tell their story and the story of Channel Islands. Especially after having heard a variety of differing stories of the people and the islands’ occupation

en-US

29:32

Nikki Edmundson: Founder Canty Boots®, Making Special...

The Women"s Current ·

2021/03/23

For Nikki Edmundson it all started with a single pair of her own boots - cowgirl boots that is. She cut them down to fit, folded them over and, as the saying goes: 'These boots are made for walking.' Turns out that everyone wanted their own pair with their own story. And so, in the small town of Harrison, Montana, Canty Boots was born. ‘I really had no option except to give them away, sell them or cut them and I cut them. So I cut and rolled them and when I wore them into town, everyone gave me

en-US

32:11

Sue Stuart-Smith: Author The Well-Gardened Mind: The...

The Women"s Current ·

2020/11/24

The Avid Gardener Sue Stuart-Smith, is an avid gardener, a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and the author of The Well-Gardened Mind: The Restorative Power of Nature. Don’t let the title fool you; you do not have to be a gardener to read this powerful book, but you may want to become one after you have. You may discover the mental health benefits that come with tending a plot or just a plant. Really, just a plant and your mental well-being? 'Nature's power of restoration and natural beauty is very

en-US

26:37

Simone Gordon – The Black Fairy Godmother, Community...

The Women"s Current ·

2020/11/17

Not just a gal from New Jersey. The Black Fairy Godmother. The Black Fairy Godmother, Simone Gordon, is not just a gal from New Jersey. She's a community organizer in New Jersey for black African American and Latino families. Simone is a mother of an autistic child, motivational speaker, special needs advocate, and domestic violence resource specialist. She also serves as the Executive Director for the nonprofit organization House 581Inc based in East Orange, New Jersey. Simone utilizes social

en-US

214 results

Similar Podcasts

Voices of Life

APG Mannheim

Promo Estereo Podcast

Promo Estereo

Talking Timelines Podcast

Talkingtimelines

גיקונומי

ראם שרמן ודורון ניר

Drømmefanger

Drømmefanger