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Feminism, Women, Women's Studies
  • Warren Farrell

    Warren Farrell discusses his book "Beyond Masculinity" and women's liberation

    Sep. 9, 1971

    Warren Farrell discusses his book "Beyond Masculinity." He discusses women's liberation and men's liberation. Includes clip of Caroline Bird discussing women's liberation.

  • Vivica Lindfors

    Viveca Lindfors discusses her roles and the roles of women in society

    Feb. 2, 1974

    Viveca Lindfors discusses her roles and the roles of women in society. Includes Viveca Lindfors reciting lines written by Lillian Hellman.

  • Montgomery, Alabama

    Two students, a Montgomery resident, and host talk with Studs in Montgomery ; part 2

    Mar. 30, 1965

    Interviewing in Montgomery, Alabama, with Rachel and Sarah (Chicago-area students), a concerned neighbor lady, and host Cliff (part 2).

  • The Collier Family, Dr. Kawalak, and Augustine Stevens discuss Sierra Leone and the Peace Corps; part 1

    Jul. 26, 1966

    Discussing Sierra Leone, the Peace Corps, and interviewing the Collier Family, Dr. Kawalak, and Augustine Stevens. They also discuss the languages, culture, religion, and history of Sierra Leone. Includes clips of African music (from Sierra Leone).

  • Sybil Leek discusses witchcraft and her book "The Jackdaw and the Witch: A True Fable"

    1966

    Sybil Leek discusses the history and beliefs of witchcraft, modern medicine compared to natural medicine, and animal familiars. "The Gloucester Witch" performed by John Allison has been removed.

  • Susan Brownmiller discusses her book "Against Our Will"

    Oct. 23, 1975

    In Susan Brownmiller's book, "Against Our Will: Men, Women and Rape," Brownmiller shows her audience how and why rape is a crime of one's mind and not one of passion. According to Brownmiller, rape is man's dominance over a woman.

  • Susan Brownell Anthony

    Susan Brownell Anthony discusses her book "The Ghost in My Life"

    Oct. 29, 1971

    Ms. Anthony, the grand-niece of Susan B. Anthony, comments on the women's liberation movement, her personal political life and her view of Christian life.

  • Studs Terkel discusses the book " Daughters and Mothers Mothers and Daughters" with author Signe Hammer

    Mar. 17, 1976

    Studs Terkel discusses the changing role of feminism, women and rights with author, Signe Hammer, also a teacher of a Women's School in New York that caters to women aged 24 through 78 that are seeking information on new ideas of identity. Signe Hammer interviewed three generations of women to explore the importance of supporting womanhood and how Mothers must have a strong sense of self in order to see their Daughters as also having value.

  • Sister Dorothy Gartland in conversation with Studs Terkel

    May. 2, 1985

    Discussing the arrest and subsequent trial of peace demonstrators at the Great Lakes Naval Base near Waukegan, Illinois with Sister Dorothy Gartland.

  • Simone de Beauvoir

    Simone de Beauvoir discusses the art of writing

    May. 4, 1960

    Studs Terkel interviews writer and artist Simone de Beauvoir at her home in Paris, France, where they discuss her family history, early writing career and artistic influences, individualism, and the creative commitment required to be a successful writer.

  • Shirley Bryant, Nancy Fisher, and Nicole Mills

    Shirley Bryant, Nancy Fisher, and Nicole Mills discuss sex education

    Mar. 7, 1974

    Shirley Bryant, Nancy Fisher, and Nicole Mills discuss how a new sex education based in the importance of feelings and the use of contraception.

  • Rosa Raisa

    Rosa Raisa reflects on her career and her time in Chicago

    Nov. 6, 1959

    Renowned soprano, Madame Rosa Raisa discusses her career, early training, Chicago debuts, travels, teaching, and hobbies post opera.

  • Richard Garrin and Catherine Roma discuss their choirs upcoming performance at Orchestra Hall

    Jun. 16, 1990

    Choir directors Richard Garrin and Catherine Roma of the Windy City Gay Chorus and the Cincinnati Women’s Chorus discuss the evolution of choral music within the gay, transgender and lesbian (LGBTQ) community.

  • Raymond T. Exum and Marguerite Klimkowski discuss the merits of the Equal Rights Amendment

    Nov. 22, 1978

    Rev. Raymond Exum and Marguerite Klimkowski discuss the merits of the Equal Rights Amendment by comparing the 14th amendment, reviewing other federal and state laws, and considering gender based discrimination.

  • R. Buckminster Fuller

    R. Buckminster (Richard ) Fuller talks with Studs Terkel

    Jan. 20, 1965

    A sprawling conversation with R. Buckminster Fuller including his great aunt Margaret Fuller, future communication, the nature of work, human nature, and physics.

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