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How to Be More Resilient Jul 07, 2020

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Resilience—the ability to bounce back from life’s hardships—is a particularly valuable trait right now. The good news is, we all have it to some degree; the better news is we all can learn to be even more resilient. In this episode, we get great insights and advice on resilience from Dr. Emiliana Simon-Thomas, Science Director at the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley.

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Women of the American Revolution Jul 06, 2020

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This past weekend we celebrated the Fourth of July. Men who fought for American independence fill the history books, but now’s a good time to learn about the women who had a major role, like Abigail Adams and Phillis Wheatley. We talk to historian Dr. Arica Coleman.

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The String Queens: Building Bridges with Classical Music Jul 02, 2020

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The three Black women who make up the String Queens are on a mission to change the audience for classical music—and the perception of what that music should be. Their strategy includes mixing things up, with compositions by everyone from Handel to Adele. We talk to the String Queens’ violinist, Kendall Isadore, about the power of music to heal, inspire and transform.

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Made By Women Preview: Maribel Lieberman of MarieBelle Chocolates Jul 01, 2020

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Today we’re delighted to share a preview of the third episode of our new series, Made By Women. We talk to Maribel Lieberman, founder of MarieBelle chocolates. Hear how she learned to build an international brand, pivot during economic crisis, and face down even the biggest problems. Enjoy this preview.

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What Your Next Museum Visit Will Be Like Jun 30, 2020

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After months of closed doors, American cultural institutions are gradually reopening. Italy, which started opening museums in late May, can provide a glimpse of the future. We talked to Karole Vail, director of the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice, who gave us the good news about what to expect.

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Neighbors Helping Neighbors Jun 29, 2020

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Here's something ironic about the coronavirus: While it's forced us all to practice social distancing, it’s also brought us together. Across the US, people are forming mutual aid groups to help neighbors with everything from grocery delivery to dog walking. We talk to the founder of a mutual aid group—Dr. Eden Almasude—who is also a Yale psychiatry resident, about how individuals and communities benefit from these self-formed organizations.

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The Brain Game of Reopening Jun 26, 2020

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Here we are, after being shut down for months, and the US is reopening in stages. If you're feeling both excited and worried, you aren't alone. Psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz helps us figure out the brain game of reopening and gives tips on how to manage the newest normal in a way that's best for you.

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How to Lift People and Communities: The LiftFund Jun 25, 2020

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The LiftFund is one of the largest micro-lending programs in the US, providing entrepreneurs from low-income communities with access to capital and financial training. We hear from LiftFund founder Janie Barrera about how this CDFI works to change lives, and from Bank of America's Sharon Miller about the Bank's commitment to small businesses.

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Made By Women Preview: Jane Mosbacher Morris Jun 24, 2020

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Today we’re thrilled to share a preview of the second episode of our new series: Made By Women. We're showcasing Jane Mosbacher Morris and To The Market. Jane proves it is possible, and profitable, for companies to manufacture products that are ethically made, that protect the environment and lift up workers. And hear how we can each make a difference through our purchases. Enjoy this preview of Made By Women.

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Today Commemorate Title IX and Wilma Rudolph Jun 23, 2020

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June 23rd marks the 48th anniversary of Title IX, which prohibits educational institutions from discriminating on the basis of sex, including participation in school sports. Today we learn about Title IX and also celebrate the birthday of one of the greatest women athletes in track and field— the late, great Wilma Rudolph.

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