17 september 2021

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Germany’s Angela Merkel declares ‘yes, I am a feminist’ | DW

Being a feminist should be a prerequisite for the leader of any country. A warm welcome to the gang, Angela.

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MRS WILSON | BBC

Based on the true story of Alison Wilson, who embarks on a journey to unravel the many secrets of her late husband and former intelligence agent, Alexander.

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WOMEN VS HOLLYWOOD BY HELEN O’HARA | STRIPPED MEDIA

From screen time to award nominations, this riveting podcast delves into female inequality in film and dissects sexism in Hollywood.

09 september 2021

03 september 2021

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Nicole Kidman: ‘I was told, “We’re not interested in you any more”‘ | YOU MAGAZINE

Nicole Kidman shares her experience of Hollywood as a middle-aged woman, and allows us a glimpse of her relationships with the other powerful females in her life, her mother and daughters.

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WHERE’D YOU GO BERNADETTE | NOW TV

Bernadette Fox, played by Cate Blanchett, has had enough of the responsibilities of marriage and motherhood. Breaking free, she rekindles a passionate career and embarks on the trip of a lifetime.

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the plymouth attack and misogynist ‘incel’ culture | today in focus

A podcast setting out the history of the women-hating ‘incel’ culture, whether it should be classed as terrorism and how the UK government and other countries are taking action.

20 AUGUST 2021

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EVERYTHING I’VE LEARNED ABOUT INCELS | @VULGADRAWINGS ON INSTRAGRAM

Infographic insight into the reprehensible world of incels – involuntary celibate men who rage violence and retribution against women for their own circumstances.

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THANK YOU/OTHER WAYS TO HELP | @WOMENFORAFGHANWOMEN IGTV

Co-founder of Women for Afghan Women, Sunita Viswanath, sets out the charity’s urgent focus following the Taliban’s grip of the Afghan capital, Kabul.

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SISTA SISTER WITH CANDICE BRATHWAITE

Author of I Am Not Your Baby Mother and a new book of the same name, Candice Brathwaite, talks friendships, family and finances (some of our other favourite ‘f’ words!) with a weekly guest.

13 AUGUST 2021

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THE WEEK IN PATRIARCHY | THE GUARDIAN

A weekly newsletter written by Arwa Mahdawi, providing feminist insight on current affairs. Sign up to this and our other favourite feminist subscriptions here!

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I AM VICTORIA | ALL 4

A powerful and uncomfortable episode of the female-led, stand-alone series, ‘I Am…’. As Victoria, Suranne Jones provides a searing depiction of womanhood and mental health.

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PIECES OF BRITNEY WITH PANDORA SYKES | BBC SOUNDS

Following the breaking news that Jamie Spears is stepping down as Britney’s conservator, we have been gobbling up this podcast, which examines the story so far.

05 AUGUST 2021

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IS THE FORCED CONTRACEPTION ALLEGED BY BRITNEY SPEARS LEGAL? | NEW YORK TIMES

Britney Spears recently gave evidence that her father and conservator, Jamie Spears, will not allow her IUD to be removed. Another man claiming control over a woman’s womb.

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A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM MEGHAN ON HER 40TH BIRTHDAY | ARCHEWELL

40 well known names, including Adele and Stella McCartney, are offering a mentoring session to women re-joining the workforce, in celebration of the Duchess’ milestone birthday.

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THE GREAT WOMEN ARTISTS PODCAST

Katy Hessel chats to guests about the female artists who have impacted their lives and work. A colourful brush of culture across the feminist landscape. Do you see what we did there?

02 JULY 2021

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THE POWER | NAOMI ALDERMAN

The antithesis of The Handmaid’s Tale, where men live in fear of the special powers held by women. A refreshing read.

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wimbledon women’s tournament | bbc

Including our personal favourite Coco Gauff and THAT incredible shot.

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edith | crooked media

The amusing story of America’s ‘first female president’, Edith Wilson, who calls the shots when husband Woodrow, is taken ill.

25 JUNE 2021

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In New Rebrand, Victoria’s Secret Focuses On What’s Sexy For Women | FORBES

Hanging up the angel wings in the name of feminism. It’s about time women’s lingerie was made for women.

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HANDMAID’S TALE, SEASON 4 | CHANNEL 4

Praise be, June Osbourne is back! Can she find Hannah and get them both out of Gilead? As emotive and nail biting as ever.

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MY THERAPIST GHOSTED ME | BY GLOBAL

Co-hosted by our favourite comedian, Joanne McNally. A podcast where no topic is off limits – be prepared to belly laugh.

18 JUNE 2021

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‘Mediocre’ male managers are stopping women’s risE | BBC

From ‘cronyism’ to faking diversity empathy, we only have 5 words…move out of the the way.

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ANNE BOLEYN | CHANNEL 5

History retold from the female perspective of Anne Boleyn, the second wife of Henry VIII.

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FIGHT LIKE A GIRL BY ZOLITA | THE CERVE PLAYLIST ON SPOTIFY

On repeat, whilst we celebrate Clementine’s Ford announcement of her book adaptation of the same time.

11 JUNE 2021

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It’s 2021. Why is ‘supermom’ still around? | THE NEW YORK TIMES

When men say ‘supermum’, it basically translates as letting the mother of their children pick up their slack. Here’s to ‘supermums’ fighting back.

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Bumble CEO Says Heightened Scrutiny of Women Business Leaders Is Wrong | WSJ

Whitney Wolfe Herd calls out the unequal scrutiny of female business owners that is putting many women off creating a start-up.

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THE FEMALE FALLOUT

Tracey Rubin shares stories of gender inequality in the workplace, from her own to those of women in a variety of employment sectors.

04 JUNE 2021

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Disaster patriarchy: how the pandemic has unleashed a war on women | THE GUARDIAN

A damning depiction of the impact Covid-19 has had on women and a passionate call to action for change in a post-pandemic world.

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P!NK: ALL I KNOW SO FAR | AMAZON PRIME

Ever wondered what it’s like to balance a gruelling world tour with motherhood? P!NK takes us behind the scenes and reminds us why we love her and her music so much.

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gwyneth paltrOw x cara delevigne | goop podcast

Self-confessed people-pleaser, Cara Delevigne, talks about how this has impacted her life so far, being a LGBTQ+ role model and fighting the shame of female sexuality.

28 MAY 2021

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RODHAM | CURTIS SITTENFELD

A vivid reimagining of the life of Hillary Rodham Clinton if she had not married Bill. Metaphysical and highly addictive.

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RARE BEASTS | AMAZON PRIME

The chaos of motherhood and womanhood and feminism and sexuality are woven together in Billie Piper’s new release.

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HOLLY BOURNE | DAISY IS INSATIABLE

Daisy and Holly discuss female sexuality and the orgasm gap. Yes, the patriarchy has even infiltrated the space between the sheets.

21 MAY 2021

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THE WOMAN WHO UNSEATED SAMOA’S PRIME MINISTER OF 20 YEARS | BBC

Somoa has elected its first female prime minister, Fiama Naomi Mata’afa. We’re celebrating with you Samoa!

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ANGELINA JOLIE SHARES HER PASSION FOR EMPOWERING WOMEN BEEKEEPERS | NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC

Angelina Jolie explains why it’s important to combine the power of women with the power of bees.

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BOUNDARIES | WE CAN DO HARD THINGS WITH GLENNON DOYLE

Like chicken soup for the female soul. Learn about how to set boundaries with Glennon Doyle, author of the acclaimed memoir, Untamed.

14 MAY 2021

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…BILLIE EILISH ON NEW MUSIC, POWER DYNAMICS AND HER INTERNET-BREAKING TRANSFORMATION | VOGUE

Billie Eilish talks to Vogue about writing lyrics depicting female abuse and why she thinks men are weak.

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BRIDGET CHRISTIE: STAND UP FOR HER | NETFLIX

To mark mental health awareness week we wanted to remember how good it feels to belly laugh and what better way than with Bridget Christie, the woman who makes feminism funny.

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MONA ELTAHAWY ON EMBRACING FEMALE ANGER… | WOMAN’S HOUR

Mona Eltahawy explains the importance of cultivating, rather than culling, female anger and the power of feminism in ‘3D’: namely defying, disobeying and disrupting the patriarchy.

07 MAY 2021

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16 WOMEN’S PRIZE FOR FICTION LONGLIST BOOKS YOU NEED IN YOUR BOOK TOTE IN 2021 | ELLE

We’re browsing which books we’ll be reading next from this years female nominees, where the line up of judges is just as exciting as the line up of authors.

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THE KITCHEN | NOW TV

When their mob husbands are sent to prison, the wives take over. A real depiction of that old relationship trope, anything you can do, I can do better, I can do anything better than you!

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SLIDING DOORS with rixo | by jennie becker

The founders of the cult fashion brand, RIXO, Henrietta Rix and Orlagh McCloskey, talk about the chance moments that have shaped their lives and their joint business venture.

30 APRIL 2021

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BIDEN FLANKED BY TWO WOMEN AS HE ADDRESSES CONGRESS IN HISTORIC FIRST | THE GUARDIAN

For the first time, the American President was joined at the podium to address congress by two women, Kamala Harris and Nancy Pelosi. He took the words right out of our mouths…”and about time!”

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WEARING LINGERIE TO THE WEIGH IN WAS DISRESPECTING BOXING | @JAMESHASKELL, INSTAGRAM

Professional Boxer, Shannon Courtenay, explains why she refused to wear provocative lingerie to a weigh in, determined to attract viewers for the way she fights, not the way she looks in lacy underwear.

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EMERALD FENNELL & CAREY MULLIGAN ON THE MUSIC OF PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN | SOUNDTRACKING

Emerald Fennell and Carey Mulligan talk to Edith Bowman about the music behind hit film Promising Young Woman, from Paris Hilton’s Stars are Blind to The King and I’s Something Wonderful.

23 APRIL 2021

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the four women who will rally round the queen | metro

Female friendship and solidarity is one of life’s greatest pleasures. It warms our hearts to know that the Queen has this too in the weeks and months following the loss of her husband.

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PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN | NOW TV

Ever feel like giving men who prey upon intoxicated women a taste of their own medicine? Cassie Thomas does. A liberating depiction of a woman fighting back.

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LADY BRENDA HALE | RACHEL JOHNSON’S DIFFICULT WOMEN

The first woman Justice of the Supreme Court talks to Rachel Johnson about her own female icons and delivering that judgement against the government in 2019.

16 APRIL 2021

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IT’S NOT A DISEASE | THE NEW YORK TIMES

Doctors have admitted to having only 1 hour of education about menopause in the whole of their medical training. This article sets out why women’s healthcare has to change.

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WOMEN: HOW SAFE ARE WE? | ITV

What has changed in the last few decades to combat men’s violence against women? The answer: not enough. Julie Etchingham explores first hand accounts and what needs to be done to speed up the rate of change.

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JUNE SARPONG | HAPPY PLACE PODCAST

June Sarpong, former TV presenter, is now Director of Creative Diversity at the BBC. She talks to Fearne Cotton about her own prejudices and tackling equality on the small screen.

09 APRIL 2021

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LENA DUNHAM: “THERE’S SO MUCH JUDGEMENT AROUND BIGGER BODIES, LIKE BIGGER WOMEN ARE STUPIDER” | THE IRISH TIMES

Joining the body positivity revolution, Lena Dunham discusses her new clothing line and how society pressures women to be thin.

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MOXIE | NETFLIX

When your eyes are opened to misogyny, you cannot un-see. Join Moxie as she discovers the patriarchy and sets about trying to dismantle it, by way of a high school project. A great introduction to feminism for the beginner or the dubious.

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THE FEMINISATION OF CHOCOLATE | WOMEN’S HOUR

A fascinating education in women’s involvement in the production, advertising and consumption of chocolate – a product that has found it’s way in into the hearts and cupboards of women worldwide.

02 APRIL 2021

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WOMEN ARE CALLING OUT ‘RAPE CULTURE’ IN UK SCHOOLS | THE NEW YORK TIMES

At every level of society, we must make change.

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THE WILDS | AMAZON PRIME

Think Castaway, but feminist. Addictive desert island drama, with a twist.

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MALALA YOUSAFZAI | DESERT ISLAND DISCS

Global activist for the education of women and girls, Malala, shares the soundtrack to her life.

26 MARCH 2021

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IN RAGE OVER SARAH EVERARD KILLING | THE GUARDIAN

Society must focus on changing men’s attitudes, not restricting the lives of women.

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SYLVIA | BBC

A biopic of Sylvia Plath, the author of the feminist novel, The Bell Jar, starring Gwyneth Paltrow and Daniel Craig.

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MEN! WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP FIGHT MISOGYNY? | TODAY IN FOCUS

Share with all the men in your life. If they love and respect you, they will listen.

19 MARCH 2021

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HUNTING THE MEN WHO KILL WOMEN… | THE GUARDIAN

A long read about prolific femicide in Mexico and the brave woman helping families seek justice.

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CAROLINE FLACK: HER LIFE AND DEATH | ALL 4

A heart breaking documentary about the woman who reminded us of the importance of kindness.

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S2 EP 6 fEAT ADA CONROY | BIG SISTER HOTLINE

Clementine and Ada discuss how we change the landscape of violence against women and girls.

12 MARCH 2021

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WHAT AUNT KAMALA TAUGHT ME ABOUT AMBITION BY MEENA HARRIS | ELLE MAGAZINE

Meena Harris is out to recondition the way women and girls think about ambition. If Kamala is anything to go by, we need to listen closely!

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THE GLORIAS | NOW TV

The life story of one of feminism’s greatest icons, Gloria Steinem. From her childhood and travels in India, to creating the feminist magazine, Ms. and creating the women’s liberation movement. A fantastic feminist film.

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HARRIET WISTRICH AND THE FIGHT FOR JUSTICE FOR WOMEN | STANDARD ISSUE

We are facing more than a viral pandemic, we are facing a pandemic of violence against women and girls too. We’re going to need more than face coverings.

5 MARCH 2021

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WE NEED TO RE-EVALUATE FEMINISM TO ADDRESS THE NEEDS OF ALL WOMEN | BIG ISSUE

Reminding us that feminism is way more than #girlboss.

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vita & virginia | now tv

The troubled story of one of literature’s greatest feminists. Save for a Sunday afternoon.

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TERRIBLE WOMAN | siobHan wilson

We have this song on repeat and are warbling along. Find it in our Spotify playlist and sing with us!

19 FEBRUARY 2021

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Women doing more home schooling during Covid lockdown than men | THE GUARDIAN

Another gender gap. Let us be women not super-women.

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FRAMING BRITNEY | NOW TV

“Would this ever happen to a man in America?”, asks a free Britney activist at the start of the show. We don’t think it would.

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jenni falconer | power hour

We love a behind the scenes look at a success story. Glean what you can and create your own empire.

12 FEBRUARY 2021

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Have you met a chauvo-feminist?… | stylist

What’s worse than somebody who isn’t a feminist? Somebody who pretends to be one. Identify the chameleon’s in your life.

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MISBEHAVIOUR | AMAZON PRIME

Based on the real life protest against the Miss World beauty pageant that ignited the women’s liberation movement.

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Leadership, Empathy and Dealing With Online Misogyny | RAISE THE BAR

Discover the soft power women possess and how to utilise this in the face of misogyny.

5 FEBRUARY 2021

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The Women of Wikipedia Are Writing Themselves Into History | glamour

90% of Wiki editors are men and 4 out 5 of the site’s biographies are about men. Discover the women changing this one post at a time.

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Elaine Welteroth gets real about imposter syndrome | lean in on instagram

The former editor of Vogue, Elaine Welteroth, confesses to experiencing imposter syndrome and shows us all what you can achieve, even when you doubt your own credibility.

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FROM SUPERMODEL TO PUB LANDLADY WITH JODIE KIDD… | conversations of inspiration

Jodie Kidd tells Holly Tucker, founder of Not on the High Street, how she proved to Jeremy Clarkson that ‘blonde girls’ can drive fast cars and cars fast.

29 JANUARY 2021

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the woman who decides what you watch | elle

Cécile Frot-Coutaz is head of YouTube for Europe. She talks to Elle Magazine about her career to date and showing her disbelieving uncle just what women can achieve.

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I AM WOMAN | NETFLIX

A biopic of Australian singer, Helen Reddy, and her climb to fame with the feminist anthem, I am Woman, set against the backdrop of the ERA movement and Reddy’s own battles, this is a nostalgic and musical watch.

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LAURA BATES: EVERYDAY SEXISM PROJECT | THE FIX WITH MICHELLE KING

Laura Bates talks to Michelle King about her 2012 project and the raw stories of sexism that have led to societal and workplace changes.

22 JANUARY 2021

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THE HILL WE CLIMB BY AMANDA GORMAN | ELLE

We can’t stop reading the incredibly powerful poem that was spoken aloud by Amanda Gorman at the inauguration.

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LADY GAGA & JENNIFER LOPEZ PERFORMING AT THE INAUGURATION | YOUTUBE

What is not to love about two iconic women of music leading America into the next presidency?

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BONUS: KAMALA HARRIS DISCUSSES THE CAPITOL RIOT | NPR

Kamala Harris talks days before the inauguration about her plans for VP. We can’t wait to see her in action!

15 JANUARY 2021

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Judy Murray: ‘When something needs doing, I get off my butt and do it’ | YOU MAGAZINE

Judy Murray’s achievements are stacking up and now she is showcasing women in sport with her new TV series, Driving Force. Andy who?

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SEX AND THE CITY | AMAZON PRIME

The original female-empowered show is set to return and we have been watching the back catalogue to celebrate. Will it be the same without the sexually liberated Samantha?