The Hidden World of Women: Recent Episodes
Alex & Trisha
Hi! We are two high school girls who are very excited to provide some information about women that is not usually discussed! Check back twice a month for new episodes!
TRIGGER WARNING: this episode contains sensitive information.
In this episode, we explain what victim blaming is and why it is harmful to survivors of sexual assault. We also talk about the impacts of rape culture, male victims, and what to say to survivors. We bring up the various movements such as the #metoo movement or the 97% movement that have spoken out against sexual assault. Thank you so much for tuning in to the Hidden World of Women!
TRIGGER WARNING This episode is very sensitive. In this episode, we explain what FGM is and why it is practiced in the world today. We also talk about the impacts of FGM on women and the implications in the communities it is practice. We bring up the impacts of COVID on the practice and share some recent cases of it in the United States. At the end, we share some resources to help the movement and end FGM once and for all.
In this episode, we discuss proper ways to address transgender people and how to be a good ally. We also debunk myths about biological sex and gender conformity. We discuss some of the struggles and discrimination that the transgender community faces, as well as TERFs and their disrespect for transgender people.
In this episode we talk about beauty standards over time as well as how they have evolved to what we know today. We also discuss the western ideals of beauty and some of the racism rooted within it. Enjoy!
First of all, a huge thank you to Days for Girls and Jeana for talking with us! Go check out their website daysforgirls.org. In this episode, Jeana discusses the impacts of period poverty on girls in third world countries. She also talks about the impact that menstrual products has on these girls and the importance of education.
In this episode, we explore the origins of the stigma around periods, as well as ways that this stigma has progressed throughout American history. We also discuss the results of the stigma in prisons and for people with disabilities who do not have access to sanitary menstrual care. Thank you for listening! -Alex&Trisha💜
Hello everyone! In this episode we cover the extensive history of mistreatment of indigenous women in Colombia by militia and the government. We will be making a carrd on our Instagram with ways to help so make sure to check that out! Thank you for listening💜 -Alex&Trisha
Welcome! In this episode, we cover the background and founding of ICE and the use of force in this government organization up until the COVID pandemic. We also confront the ideas behind the defund ICE movement and their relationship with the United States.
In this episode, we tackle pride in light of pride month being July, and the history of pride. We also discuss pronouns, sexuality, and help you understand what these mean! Enjoy!
Welcome to our Podcast!!! Here is our take on the Black Lives Matter movement, along with the history and some more information you may not already know. 🖤