Big Reputations

Little Reps Rewind #10 - Lilly Ledbetter

This month's Little Reps release from the vault is someone we covered almost two years ago to the day, in October 2022: Lilly Ledbetter. We decided to release this episode to the public because we recently learned that Ledbetter passed away at age 86 just this past weekend on October 12, 2024. We thought sharing this episode with everyone would be a great way to honor her legacy and the work that she did in her life.
In addition to this episode, you can hear us talk about her in the Women's History Month Big Reputation episode as well as in our episode on Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Because this was a last minute swap for our originally scheduled Little Rep rewind release, it does not have the typical introduction you might have come to expect from these episodes. But that's neither here nor there as the important content - everything about Lilly Ledbetter - is all there.

68. Jessica Simpson

In this episode we cover singer, actress, and reality TV star Jessica Simpson. We look back at everything the media had to say about her over the years including comments about her intelligence, weight, romantic partners, and more. Then we dig into some of the truths behind her behaviors and actions, and the effect that the media and the public can have on a young woman. We also share some of Jessica’s own reflections on her early life, relationships, and career.
Trigger warnings: sexual abuse and alcoholism
 
 
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Hosts: Kimberly Kunkle and Rebecca L. Salois
Logo Design: Samantha Marmolejo
Music: Shawn P. Russell
Sound Consultant and Mixing: Shawn P. Russell
Recording and Editing: Rebecca L. Salois
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Sources:
"Where Did The 'Dumb Blonde' Stereotype Come From?" by Daniela Morosini
" You Remember Jessica Simpson, Right? Wrong." by Lindsay Mannering
"20 Years Ago, Newlyweds: Nick & Jessica Accidentally Invented Influencer Culture," by Judy Berman
Open Book by Jessica Simpson

Little Rep Rewind #9 - Hilda Solis

Hello everyone! Welcome back to our “Little Reputations Rewind” where we release a back catalog episode of our formerly exclusive “Little Reputations” Patreon content from the vault. 
These episodes are generally half an hour or so, and in them we discuss women who might not necessarily have a Big Reputation but who we think are cool to learn about, nonetheless. 
Remember, if you enjoy these, you can always join our Patreon as a Math Scientist for just $5 a month and get our entire back catalog as well as our newest Little Reps episodes and our special Movie Reps episodes.
This month we will be sharing our Little Rep episode on American politician and former Secretary of Labor, Hilda Solis, which was originally released November 25th, 2023.
Enjoy!

67. Sonia Sotomayor

In this episode, we discuss a local (to us!) hero, Sonia Sotomayor, from her time growing up in the Bronx to her years and years of education, and her journey to the Supreme Court. We elaborate on the hurdles and bigotry she had to face while making her way to the highest court in the land and we talk about her views, how they have changed over the years and with different cases and the state of the United States of America. Finally we fangirl about her accomplishments, her legacy and what is coming up for the Supreme Court.
 
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Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/86669619
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Hosts: Kimberly Kunkle and Rebecca L. Salois
Logo Design: Samantha Marmolejo
Music: Shawn P. Russell
Sound Consultant and Mixing: Shawn P. Russell
Recording and Editing: Rebecca L. Salois
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Sources:
“A Breakthrough Judge: What She Always Wanted” by Jan Hoffman
“Sonia Sotomayor: A Justice Like No Other,” by Richard Lacayo
“Background on Judge Sonia Sotomayor” by The White House Office of the Press Secretary
“Sonia Sotomayor: ‘The Justice Hears a Case’” on Sesame Street’s YouTube channel
My Beloved World, by Sonia Sotomayor

Little Rep Rewind #8 - Jessamyn Stanley

This month we will be sharing our Little Rep episode on body inclusive yoga instructor, Jessamyn Stanley. This episode was originally released on January 18th, 2023.
Enjoy!

66. Lizzo

In this episode, We discuss Lizzo and her early introduction into the world of music as well as her rise in the industry. Then we cover the release of the single that really brought her to the forefront of everyone’s attention and how the media reacted to her music and her image. Next we explore the controversies surrounding Lizzo from accusations of harassment to plagiarism. But we also discuss her views on body image and what good she has put into the world. Finally we wrap up with a conversation about the ways in which she provides representation and support for different communities and individuals. 
Trigger warnings: ableist language
 
Follow the podcast:
BlueSky and Twitter: @BigRepPod
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Become a Patreon supporter: patreon.com/bigreputationspod
 
Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/86669619
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Hosts: Kimberly Kunkle and Rebecca L. Salois
Logo Design: Samantha Marmolejo
Music: Shawn P. Russell
Sound Consultant and Mixing: Shawn P. Russell
Recording and Editing: Rebecca L. Salois
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Sources:
“Lizzo Wants to Build You Up,” written for the New York Times by Sandra E. Garcia
“What to Know About the Harassment and Hostile-Workplace Claims Against Lizzo,” by Tariro Mzezewa and Andrea González-Ramírez
Love, Lizzo documentary directed by Doug Pray, available on HBO Max
“Lizzo Was a New Kind of Diva. Now She’s in a New Kind of Scandal,” written for The Atlantic By Spencer Kornhaber

Bonus: Bloopers and Random Chit Chat

Or maybe we should say Random Chit Chat w/bloopers... because there's not a lot of bloopers and PLENTY of chit chat.
Kim shares her birth story and Rebecca makes a new friend! Okay, two if you count Kim's new baby!

Little Rep Rewind #7 - Justine Siegemund

This month we will be sharing our Little Rep episode on 17th Century Midwife, Justine Siegemund, which was originally released  September 27th, 2023.
Enjoy!

65. Stepmothers

This episode we welcome our very first guest co-host, Rebecca's sister Brooke, and we give the month off to new mom, Kim. We discuss the role of stepmoms, in our own lives and in general. From the bad to the good, and everything in between. We define the term and explore how it has evolved over the past several centuries, including the introduction of the stepmom in stories and fairy tales. Then we explore the fairy tale side of things in more depth, looking into the ways in which adaptations of these tales have perpetuated the myth of the wicked stepmother. But we also consider some positive media representations as well. Next we compare the expectations of stepmoms and stepdads and discuss cultural expectations for women in this role. Finally we explore the mental health impacts, both positive and negative, of the stepmom role on women, from their families to society in general.
 
Follow the podcast:
BlueSky and Twitter: @BigRepPod
Instagram and TikTok: @BigReputationsPod
 
Become a Patreon supporter: patreon.com/bigreputationspod
 
Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/86669619
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Hosts: Kimberly Kunkle and Rebecca L. Salois
Logo Design: Samantha Marmolejo
Music: Shawn P. Russell
Sound Consultant and Mixing: Shawn P. Russell
Recording and Editing: Rebecca L. Salois
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Sources:
“Parenting Stress, Perceived Child Regard, and Depressive Symptoms Among Stepmothers and Biological Mothers,” by Danielle N. Shapiro and Abigail J. Stewart
“The Myth of the Evil Stepmother,” by Ali Francis
“In the Shadow of a Fairy Tale: On Becoming a Stepmother,” by Leslie Jamison

Little Rep Rewind #6 - Lily Tomlin

Enjoy this week's former Patreon Exclusive episode on Lily Tomlin! We originally released this episode in January 2023 and it was only our 11th episode. If you like this episode, you can subscribe to our Patreon at patreon.com/bigreputationspod and listen to any one of our 40 or so other episodes!