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  • 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 recounts part of Marya Mannes' speech at a Planned Parenthood rally in 1965

    1965
  • 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.

  • Studs Terkel discusses songs about domestic violence against women

    Aug. 5, 1981

    Terkel presents songs that discuss the subject of domestic violence against women. Songs range from ballads in musicals, to jazz torch songs, to popular music at the time.

  • 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.

  • Roxana Robinson discusses her book “Georgia O’Keeffe: A Life”

    Sep. 8, 1989

    Art historian Roxana Robinson discusses and reads from her book “Georgia O'Keeffe: A Life.” Robinson discusses the different eras of painting O’Keeffe went through during her lifetime and the outside forces that inspired these changes in subject matter, such as her attending the Art Students League of New York, her moving to Santa Fe, and her relationship with Alfred Stieglitz. Studs plays “Tosca, Act II: Vissi d’arte, vissi d’amore” - Renata Tebaldi, George London, Francesco Molinari-Pradelli (1959).

  • Rosalie Sorrels discusses her career

    Sep. 10, 1982

    Rosalie Sorrels discusses her career, family, and folk music. Includes Rosalie Sorrels reading her mother's writing. The following songs have been removed due to copyright restrictions: "Traveling Lady", "You Can't Go Home Again", "Her Mantle So Green", "If You Love Me", and "The Long Memory". Cal Hans plays the dobro in the background and makes some comments. Includes performance by pianist Daniel Varsano at the end.

  • 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.

  • Riane Eisler discusses her book, "Sacred Pleasure: Sex, Myth, and the Politics of the Body"

    Jun. 26, 1995

    Interviewing Riane Eisler, historian, sociologist, and author of the book, "Sacred Pleasure: Sex, Myth, and the Politics of the Body." Eisler discusses masculine and feminine stereotypes and the part they play in relationships. Content Warning: This conversation has the presence of outdated, biased, offensive language. Rather than remove this content, we present it in the context of twentieth-century social history to acknowledge and learn from its impact and to inspire awareness and discussion.

  • Riane Eisler discusses her book "The Chalice and the Blade: Our History, Our Future"

    Mar. 3, 1988

    Riane Eisler, anthropologist and historian, discusses the history of gender roles, religious influences, and cultural mythology.

  • 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.

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