Problematic Women

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Young Women Are Closing So-Called Gender Pay Gap. Here’s What That Means. Mar 31, 2022

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On this week’s edition of the "Problematic Women" podcast, we break down the data behind women winning the biggest wage gains from the U.S. labor boom. We also discuss how, in some cities, women are not only closing the so-called gender pay gap, but now exceeding their male counterparts.

Is that a good thing for women—and all of society?

Also on today's show, automaker Buick is out with a new ad campaign promoting women’s sports, partnering with the NCAA—ironically, the very same organization that’s permitting biological men to compete in women’s sports.

And finally, we discuss the ongoing destructive effects of COVID-19 lockdowns—this time, on women’s health. And as always, we crown our "Problematic Woman of the Week." Tune into this week’s podcast for those topics and more.

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Men Dominating Women's Sports, Continued COVID Restrictions, Moving From NYC to Florida and More with Karol Markowicz Mar 24, 2022

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Last week University of Pennsylvania swimmer “Lia” Thomas, formerly William Thomas, became the first transgender athlete to win the NCAA title in the women's 500-yard freestyle. During the award ceremony, Thomas towered over the biologically female runner-ups, including Virginia's Emma Weyant, a silver medallist at the Tokyo Olympics who finished 1.75 seconds behind Thomas.

While the "Problematic Women" podcast has been talking about the controversy for months, many Americans just woke up to the reality that men are competing in—and now dominating women’s sports. We’ll discuss the fear athletes feel in pushing back, and whether Americans should be celebrating Thomas as we did Jackie Robinson, as one NBC News writer suggests.

This week we’re joined by special guest Karol Markowicz. Markowicz is a columnist at the New York Post with bylines in Fox News, USA Today and more. She was born in the Soviet Union and grew up in Brooklyn, and among her many titles is a mom. She’ll talk to us about why she uprooted her family from New York City to Florida, share her thoughts on the Big Apple continuing to force toddlers to mask, and discuss the treatment Russian Americans now face.

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Shannon Bream: What We Can Learn From Women in the Bible Mar 22, 2022

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The stories of mothers and daughters in the Bible hold special significance for Shannon Bream.

“We all have had the seasons of waiting, of longing, of having to be patient, not understanding what God is doing,” Bream, host of “Fox News @ Night,” says.

Reading and studying the stories of the women in the Bible give us “the advantage of looking back over time in history and seeing how [God] was working,” Bream says.

In her new book, “The Mothers and Daughters of the Bible Speak: Lessons on Faith from Nine Biblical Families,” Bream explains how women in the Bible persevered against great odds and found hope in the Lord that does not disappoint.

She joins the “Problematic Women” podcast to discuss how the stories of the women in the Bible have affected her personally, and how we can all find courage in the pages of Scripture.

Bream’s book is available for preorder now and releases March 29.

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Leftists' War on Kids Mar 17, 2022

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Why are leftists being so creepy lately? Planned Parenthood has an “ice cream truck” in Texas, but instead of frozen treats, it’s distributing condoms. Meanwhile, Florida lawmakers pass a bill prohibiting teachers from planned instruction about gender identity and sexual orientation to kindergartners through third grades … and liberals are mad about it. And over in New York City, even as most of the city is free to go without masks, toddlers are still being forced to wear them.

Plus: We’re joined by Brenda Hafera, assistant director and senior policy analyst for the Simon Center for American Studies at The Heritage Foundation, to discuss how men are falling behind in today’s society. We also crown our “Problematic Woman of the Week.”

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Dark Reality of How Transgender Ideology Is Affecting Women, Girls Mar 10, 2022

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Abigail Martinez’s daughter Jaely was in high school when she started struggling with transgenderism. Her California school affirmed Jaely’s struggle with her gender ideology and supported her taking steps to transition.

Martinez tried her best to support her daughter, knowing that “changing” genders ultimately would not make her teenager happy. But because Martinez was not completely onboard with her daughter taking steps to transition, Martinez lost custody of her daughter.

Martinez was allowed to visit her daughter for one hour a week. Jaely changed her name to Andrew and began taking cross-sex hormones. But the mother said during an event at The Heritage Foundation on Monday that her daughter was still struggling with depression.

In September 2019, Martinez received the worst phone call any parent can ever imagine. Her daughter had taken her own life, standing in front of an oncoming train.

On today’s edition of “Problematic Women,” we tell Martinez’s story, and explain why the transgender agenda is so harmful to women and girls.

Also on today’s show, we explain how gas prices have reached a record high, and why the Biden administration must invest in American energy independence now. And as always, we crown our “Problematic Woman of the Week.”

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Cherise Trump: Defending Free Speech on College Campuses Mar 08, 2022

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More than ever, free speech is under attack on college campuses across America.

Spending tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars for college is “a huge investment to live four years in fear and self-censorship,” says Cherise Trump, the executive director of Speech First, a membership organization that litigates on behalf of its members against universities that violate students' right to free speech.

In February, Speech First filed a lawsuit against the University of Houston over a policy that Trump says limits students' First Amendment rights. She joins the “Problematic Women” podcast to explain the lawsuit and what students can practically do to protect their right to freedom of speech on their college campuses.

And follow the links below if you are interested in learning more about organizations helping the people of Ukraine:

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Breaking Down Best and Worst Moments of Biden’s State of the Union Address Mar 03, 2022

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President Joe Biden began his State of the Union address recognizing the courage of Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the bravery of the Ukrainian people as Russia's invasion advances.

Congressional Democrats and Republicans applauded Tuesday night as they stood to show solidarity with the citizens of Ukraine. The unity did not last for long, however. As Biden continued his speech, it appeared as though he was working his way through a far-left checklist.

“The onslaught of state laws targeting transgender Americans and their families is wrong,” Biden said, presumably referring to state laws intended to prevent men from competing on women’s sports teams.

In 2021, 37 states introduced bills to prohibit biological males from competing in girls or women’s sports. Nine states passed such legislation, including Idaho, Montana, Texas, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Florida.

Biden also said that to move forward in America, we must protect "access to health care" and abortion rights. But abortion is not health care, and does not advance the American values of “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.”

The Daily Signal fact-checked many of Biden’s claims and noted some of his blunders.

Today, on the "Problematic Women" podcast, we give a full rundown of the best and worst moments of Biden’s speech.

Also on today’s show, we share an update on the situation in Ukraine. Plus, it’s Women's History Month and we're celebrating by honoring two of the women who have played a significant role in our lives. And as always, we’ll crown our Problematic Woman of the Week.

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How to Determine What You Actually Believe About Abortion Feb 24, 2022

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Does life really begin at conception? Is there a moment in the womb when a fetus becomes human? Are there times when abortion is necessary?

Many of us have found ourselves asking these questions, but the answers can feel challenging to find.

On today’s episode of "Problematic Women," we explain what resources and tools we have found useful to form our own views and opinions on abortion.

Taking the time to study human DNA, reading personal stories of those who have had abortions, and listening to the arguments of those who debate the issue of abortion professionally are all helpful tools to determine your own views on life and abortion. And knowing the arguments on both sides will also help you talk about the issue of abortion with those who think differently than you.

Here are seven resources that have helped us determine our views on abortion:

Scott Klusendorf's SLED argument.
“Created to Live: Becoming the Answer for an Abortion-Free Community,” by Cathy Harris.
Live Action video: “Meet Baby Olivia.”
“Fighting for Life: Becoming a Force for Change in a Wounded World," by Lila Rose.
"Chemical Abortion: A Review," by Melanie Israel.
"The Daily Signal Podcast" interview with abortion survivor Gianna Jessen.
"The Points of Proof for Life: Scientific," by Brian Fisher.

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Virginia Lt. Gov. Winsome Sears: ‘I Am an Overcomer' Feb 22, 2022

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When she was a little girl, Winsome Sears emigrated to America from Jamaica. Years later, she chose to serve in the U.S. Marine Corps because, she says, “America had always been good to my family and me."

Today, Sears is again serving her adopted country, this time as Virginia’s lieutenant governor. She made history when she was elected Nov. 2 to become the first black woman to hold that office.

Being where she is, Sears says, she is reminded of the opportunities that America affords, and that she is “an overcomer, " adding that "many black people are overcomers.”

“I am here in the former capital of the Confederacy, for goodness sake,” she says. “I am second in command. Second in command. I’m a black woman. I am not first-generation American.”

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Ukraine, Left Is Dehumanizing Pregnancy, and America’s Economic Freedom Score Feb 17, 2022

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A recent article in Ms. magazine describes pregnancy as more like a disease than a natural part of a woman’s life.

The headline states: “Pregnancy and Childbirth Endanger Women’s Lives and Health: ‘Pregnancy Is Not a Benign Condition’.”

Reading the piece, the message becomes clear—the abortion industry will say whatever it has to say to convince women that abortion is a necessary. It will use fearmongering and scare tactics to persuade society of the need for abortion on demand.

The article in Ms. magazine dehumanizes pregnancy by labeling it a “health risk.” And to be clear, women should be made aware of the health risks associated with pregnancy, and what they can do to protect themselves and their unborn babies.

Women likewise should know all the information about the risks that abortion poses. We can and should protect both the life of the mother and that of her unborn child, because both lives are sacred.

The abortion industry will continue to pedal its product to women in crisis, at the same time growing its bottom line.

On today’s edition of the "Problematic Women" podcast, we discuss the importance of loving both the mother and the unborn child, and why all life is worthy of celebration and protection.

We'll also take a quick trip to Eastern Europe to discuss what's going on between Ukraine and Russia. Plus: The U.S. economy is not as free as it used to be. We share which nations are the most economically free, and how far down the list you have to go to find America.

And as always, we’ll crown our Problematic Woman of the Week.

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