Big Reputations

28. Corazon Aquino

In this episode we discuss the woman who Filippinos refer to as “The Mother of Democracy.” The first female president in Asia, Corazon Aquino. We cover her run for president, the reaction of her opposition, and the struggles she faced in terms of her background and her policy decisions. Then we address the changes that actually took place under her rule, including the establishment of democracy, a redistribution of land, and what happened when her time in office was coming to an end. Finally, we wrap up with what Aquino did after her presidency was over, the ways in which she fought for continued democracy in the Philippines, and how the world sees her today.
Trigger warnings: Murder, gun violence
 
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Hosts: Kimberly Fludd 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:
To Love Another Day a memoir by Cory Aquino
"Corazon Aquino, Revolutionary President of the Philippines" by Keri Engel
Cory, Profile of a President: The Historic Rise to Power of Corazon Aquino by Isabelo T. Crisostomo
Corazon Aquino - US Congress Speech
Family Code of the Philippines

27. Janet Jackson

This week we will discuss the iconic singer, songwriter, actress, and dancer: Janet Jackson. We cover her early career, the steps she took to establish control and an independent career, the struggles she faced, and the scandals she has endured. Then we dig into some of the truths behind her experiences including her relationships with family members, being a Jackson and dealing with the tabloids, and the realities of that infamous Super Bowl performance. Finally, we wrap up with Jackson’s legacy, the awards she has received, the humanitarian work she has been involved in, and the female empowerment she encourages. 
Trigger warnings: brief mentions of family violence, death, child molestation
 
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Hosts: Kimberly Fludd 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:
Janet Jackson the documentary released in 2022 directed by Benjamin Hirsch
Malfunction: The Dressing Down of Janet Jackson
“Why 2018 could be the year of Janet Jackson’s very delayed redemption” by Emily Yahr
True You: A Journey to Finding and Loving Yourself a memoir by Janet Jackson & David Ritz

26. Ruth Bader Ginsburg

In this episode, we cover one of our all time favorite Supreme Court justices, the one and only, Ruth Bader Ginsburg. We discuss her education, her early career, the support she had from her partner, a couple of the many cases she tried, and her appointment to the Supreme Court. Then we talk about how she came to be known as RBG, her overall celebrity, her sharp yet articulate dissents, and how and why she continued to serve on the court despite various health concerns. Finally we wrap up with the huge impact that Ginsburg has had on this country, primarily in terms of equality rights and fighting for what is right. But we also talk about how her education and relationship paths can be an inspiration to many.
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Music: Shawn P. Russell
Sound Consultant and Mixing: Shawn P. Russell
Recording and Editing: Rebecca L. Salois
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Sources:
RBG, a 2018 Documentary directed by Betsy West and Julie Cohen (Amazon Prime)
Ruth: Justice Ginsburg in Her Own Words, a 2019 Documentary directed by Freida Lee Mock (She also did the 2013 Anita Hill doc Anita: Speaking Truth to Power)
My Own Words, by Ruth Bader Ginsburg with Mary Hartnett and Wendy W. Williams
“How Ruth Bader Ginsburg Became the ‘Notorious RBG’” by Lauren Kelley for Rolling Stone
Oyez.com, a free law project from Cornell’s Legal Information Institute, so many court cases are listed and explain
“The Class of RBG” by Dahlia Lithwick and Molly Olmstead 
“Ruth Bader Ginsburg & Dissents: What’s a Dissent?”
“Heavyweight: How Ruth Bader Ginsburg has moved the Supreme Court” by Jeffrey Toobin
Notorious RBG on Tumblr

Bonus: Bloopers August 2022

We had a lot going on recently and with such a heavy topic last episode, we figured we'd lighten things up with another round of bloopers. We hope you find them as funny as we did or that they at least made you laugh once or twice.
We'll be back in two weeks with a new episode on another fantastic woman. In the meantime, enjoy the two of us cracking each other up and having a great time.
 
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Music: Shawn P. Russell
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Recording and Editing: Rebecca L. Salois

25. Roe v. Wade

In this episode we discuss an unfortunately timely topic, Roe v. Wade. We dig into the history of the case, including how it came to be, who supported it, how it was challenged over the years, and the eventual overturning of the law. Then we take a look at how the media has approached the subject over the years, from the initial reporting in 1973 on the evening news, to film and television portrayals. We also consider how, both with Roe and Dobbs, the results were leaked prior to the official decision, the opposition and support for the decisions, and organizations that have spoken out against the decision. Next we discuss the truth of abortion as healthcare as well as the legal ramification of overturning Roe v. Wade. Finally we cover who will feel the impact of this decision (spoiler alert: it’s everyone) and what the consequences could be for individuals, society, and even the economy.  
Trigger warnings: within the context of abortion there will be mentions of rape, abuse, and self-induced abortions
 
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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:
Reversing Roe, a 2018 documentary available on Netflix
Fall of Roe podcast hosted by Christine Charbonneu
Boom! Lawyered another great podcast hosted by Jessica Mason Pieklo and Imani Gandy
The Turnaway Study: Ten Years, a Thousand Women, and the Consequences of Having—or Being Denied—an Abortion by Diana Greene Foster
“What the data says about abortion in the U.S.” by Jeff Diamant and Besheer Mohamed
"The Back Alley Abortion in ‘Dirty Dancing’ Hits Different Right Now" by Mia Brett
"Facts Are Important: Abortion is Healthcare," by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynocologists
"The 1960s Provide a Path for Securing Legal Abortion in 2022" by Felicia Kornbluh

24. Harley Quinn

In this episode we discuss the famous (or perhaps, infamous) DC villain/antihero, Harley Quinn. We look at her relationship with the Joker, her friendship (and/or romantic relationship) with Poison Ivy, her involvement in The Suicide Squad, and her role in the creation of the Birds of Prey. Then we consider the different iterations of Harley Quinn over the years and how these changes, both physical and mental, have influenced how audiences perceive her character. Finally we address the importance of imperfection in complex female characters, what might be brewing below the surface of Harley Quinn’s actions, and why she behaves the way she does. 
Trigger Warnings: mentions of mental/emotional/physical abuse
 
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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:
"Margot Robbie's 'Birds of Prey' Producer Role Proves She's an Influential, Necessary Voice" by Allie Gemmill
The Evolution of Harley Quinn - Birds of Prey
"Margot Robbie on becoming Harley Quinn and 'The Most Unpleasant Thing I’ve Ever Done'," by David Betancourt
"Review: "Suicide Squad" is Awful, Sexist, Pandering, Incoherent Trash" by Jonathan Lack
DC Comic Database
 

23. Marcia Clark

In this episode we discuss former prosecutor, Marcia Clark. We address some of the cases she covered and the stigmas she faced as a female lawyer in the 1990s. We spend some time covering the way that the media treated her during high profile cases, in particular during the OJ Simpson trial in which she served as the head of the prosecution. Then we talk about the realities of being a female lawyer during this time and during this case, including being a working mom and sexism in the workplace. Finally we wrap up with the impact that Clark has had, both in the courtroom and beyond in the years since the Simpson trial. 
Trigger warnings: suicide, rape, murder
 
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Music: Shawn P. Russell
Sound Consultant and Mixing: Shawn P. Russell
Recording and Editing: Rebecca L. Salois
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Sources:
"A Conversation With Marcia Clark," by Stephen Calloway
"Marcia Clark Is Redeemed," by Rebecca Traister
"Marcia, Marcia, Marcia" American Crime Story, S1.E6
"The Sad Truth About Assertive Women," by Jessica Chou
Without a Doubt, by Marcia Clark

22. Marsha P. Johnson

In This Episode we discuss the incomparable Marsha P. Johnson, a self-identified drag queen, LGBT activist, and New York City icon. We cover her involvement with the Stonewall uprisings and the origins of Pride as well as her involvement in drag troupes and her time spent as a sex worker. Then we dig into her activism including the formation of STAR, her involvement in ACT UP, and her AIDS advocacy work. After addressing her death, we talk about her lasting legacy as an icon for the LGBTQIA+ community.
In this episode we will address Johnson as she and exclusively use her chosen name.
Trigger warnings: transphobia, mentions of rape and sexual assault, and theories surrounding Johnson's death including murder and suicide.
 
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Music: Shawn P. Russell
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Recording and Editing: Rebecca L. Salois
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Sources:
Pay It No Mind - The Life and Times of Marsha P. Johnson
The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson
Women and the American Story - Life Story: Marsha P. Johnson (1945-1992) by the New York Historical Society Museum and Library
 
If you’re in NY, the Callen-Lorde Community Health Center has some great resources including transgender specific community resources. If you’re not in NY or you want to just learn more, you can visit their website at callen-lorde.org.
We also recommend this pdf which includes trans specific resources including the trans lifeline, which you can also reach at (877) 565-8860 from anywhere in the US.

21. Marilyn Monroe

In This Episode we discuss the one and only Norma Jeane Mortenson, aka Marilyn Monroe. We dive into some of the struggles she encountered while trying to establish her career and the battles she had to fight with the media, the film industry, and more. Then we cover the realities behind her experiences including her on and off screen personas, her health and well-being, and her relationships with men. We wrap up by discussing her legacy - both personal and professional. 
Trigger warnings: Sexual Abuse, Drug use, Suicide
 
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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:
Celebrities don’t owe us their lives: On parasocial relationships, by  Erica Quinones
The Secret Career Genius of Marilyn Monroe by Elizabeth Winder
The Girl: Marilyn Monroe, The Seven Year Itch, and the Birth of an Unlikely Feminist by Michelle Morgan 
Marilyn Monroe by Charles Casillo
Fragments: Poems, Intimate Notes, Letters by Marilyn Monroe
Marilyn Monroe By Barbara Leaming

20. Breastfeeding

In this week's episode we talk about breastfeeding: why some women do it, why others do not, and what factors play into their decisions. Since neither of us have children, we decided we wanted to hear from some experts for this episode: moms. So we asked our listeners to write in and tell us about themselves and their experiences with feeding their children. We share a little about the history behind feeding babies including breastfeeding, formula feeding, wet nurses, and pumping. Then we discuss how the media presents breastfeeding and the controversies between breastfeeding and formula feeding. Next we cover the effects of patriarchy and capitalism on how people choose to feed their babies. And we hear more from the moms who wrote in about their thoughts on feeding their babies. Finally we address the impact that the decision to breastfeed or not has had on different people. We talk about stigmas and push-back and then wrap up with a conversation on accommodations for breastfeeding and pumping in the workplace.
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Hosts: Kimberly Fludd 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:
“Desperate Women, Desperate Doctors and the Surprising History Behind the Breastfeeding Debate,” by Lily Rothman
Bottled Up: How the Way We Feed Babies Has Come to Define Motherhood, and Why It Shouldn’t, by Suzanne Barston
"Does Formula Feeding Make Me a Bad Mom?" by Bridget Reed
"The Sexualisation Of Breasts – What Has Caused It?" by Renee Kam 
The US Breastfeeding Committee’s website
Removing Barriers to Breastfeeding - RaceForward