Babes in Bookland

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A podcast celebrating women's memoirs, one story at a time!

  1. PART ONE - Crying in the Bathroom by Erika L. Sánchez

    15 HRS AGO

    PART ONE - Crying in the Bathroom by Erika L. Sánchez

    How do you thrive instead of just survive?In her thought-provoking and vulnerable memoir, Erika L. Sánchez bares all. My friend Diliana and I gain perspective and reflect on our own lives, including Diliana’s experience as a teenage immigrant, the pressure of being extraordinary, and reflect on Erika’s inspiring journey to the incredible woman she is today. Listener discretion advised: Erika's mental health journey includes suicidal thoughts, attempted sexual assault and rapeIf you have ...

    55 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    SUBSCRIBER EDITION - PART ONE - Crying in the Bathroom by Erika L. Sánchez

    How do you thrive instead of just survive? In her thought-provoking and vulnerable memoir, Erika L. Sánchez bares all. My friend Diliana and I gain perspective and reflect on our own lives, including Diliana’s experience as a teenage immigrant, the pressure of being extraordinary, and reflect on Erika’s inspiring journey to the incredible woman she is today. Listener discretion advised: Erika's mental health journey includes suicidal thoughts, attempted sexual assault and rape If you have any comments or questions, please connect with me on Instagram @babesinbooklandpod or email babesinbooklandpodcast@gmail.com. I’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback! Article mentioned in the discussion: Histories and Hysteria: How Women's Words and Bodies Are Mistreated by the Health System in America Transcripts are auto-generated through Apple’s podcast app—they may not be perfect, but relying on them allows me to dedicate more time to the show! If you’re interested in being a transcript angel, let me know. This episode is produced, recorded, and edited by me. Special thanks to my dear friend, Diliana. Thank you for being my creative partner in crime! Xx, Alex

    1h 25m
  3. Girl Decoded: A Scientist's Quest to Reclaim Our Humanity by Bringing Emotional Intelligence to Technology by Rana El Kaliouby and Carol Colman

    SEPT 4

    Girl Decoded: A Scientist's Quest to Reclaim Our Humanity by Bringing Emotional Intelligence to Technology by Rana El Kaliouby and Carol Colman

    Where will your ambition lead you?My friend, Chanelle, and I dive into Rana el Kaliouby’s fascinating memoir about pursuing your purpose against all odds. We chat about the issues women with careers in the technology field face, how isolating our personal journeys can feel, and the way we might be holding ourselves back from welcoming success in our lives. Listener discretion advised: this episode has description of war crimesIf you have any comments or questions, please connect with me ...

    55 min

  4. SEPT 3 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    SUBSCRIBER EDITION - Girl Decoded: A Scientist's Quest to Reclaim our Humanity by Bringing Emotional Intelligence to Technology by Rana el Kaliouby

    Where will your ambition lead you? My friend, Chanelle, and I dive into Rana el Kaliouby’s fascinating memoir about pursuing your purpose against all odds. We chat about the issues women with careers in the technology field face, how isolating our personal journeys can feel, and the way we might be holding ourselves back from welcoming success in our lives. Listener discretion advised: this episode has description of war crimes If you have any comments or questions, please connect with me on Instagram @babesinbooklandpod or email babesinbooklandpodcast@gmail.com. I’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback! Transcripts are auto-generated through Apple’s podcast app—they may not be perfect, but relying on them allows me to dedicate more time to the show! If you’re interested in being a transcript angel, let me know. This episode is produced, recorded, and edited by me. Special thanks to my dear friend, Chanelle. I’m in awe of your talent! Xx, Alex

    1h 15m

  5. AUG 27 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    BONUS - Center Stage Deep Dive

    We've got canned heat in our heels as we discuss the iconic 2000's dance movie, Center Stage! My friend, Brett, and I chat about bad ballet technique, the missed opportunity with the complicated character of Eva, and tons of behind-the-scenes info!

    1h 22m
  6. Crazy Brave by Joy Harjo

    AUG 21

    Crazy Brave by Joy Harjo

    How do your ancestors guide you?United States Poet Laureate, Joy Harjo, takes us on her journey of discovery with beautiful prose. My friend, Priscilla, and I discuss the interesting way she weaves poetry, her familial history, her spiritual intuition, and art into her unique and inspirational story. We reflect on the way our own relationships have shaped us, the expectations that come with life, and the way that art can guide and heal us.Listener discretion advised: this episode contains mat...

    49 min

  7. AUG 20 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    SUBSCRIBER EDITION - Crazy/Brave by Joy Harjo

    How do your ancestors guide you? United States Poet Laureate, Joy Harjo, takes us on her journey of discovery with beautiful prose. My friend, Priscilla, and I discuss the interesting way she weaves poetry, her familial history, her spiritual intuition, and art into her unique and inspirational story. We reflect on the way our own relationships have shaped us, the expectations that come with life, and the way that art can guide and heal us. Listener discretion advised: this episode contains mature language and sensitive discussion topics including sexual assault If you have any comments or questions, please connect with me on Instagram @babesinbooklandpod or email babesinbooklandpodcast@gmail.com. I’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback! Transcripts are available through apple’s podcast app—they may not be perfect, but relying on them allows me to dedicate more time to the show! If you’re interested in being a transcript angel, let me know. This episode is produced, recorded, and edited by me. Special thanks to my dear friend, Priscilla-- my ride or die. You’re there for me through all the ups and downs, thanks for always being a hand to hold. Xx, Alex

    1h 40m
  8. Finding Me by Viola Davis

    AUG 14

    Finding Me by Viola Davis

    How do we choose grace and compassion? In her heartbreaking memoir, Viola Davis opens up about her abusive childhood and the adversity she faced as a Black actress. My friend, Ngoc Anh, and I discuss her unparalleled talent, strength in her convictions, empathy and how she encourages us to reflect on what holds us back in our own lives. Through her life story, we see that though the journey to self-discovery is often difficult, it’s worth it. Listener discretion advised: this ...

    51 min
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A podcast celebrating women's memoirs, one story at a time!

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  • Creator
    Alex
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Babes in Bookland
  • Show Website
    Babes in Bookland
  • Provider
    Alex Conway

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