The Dissenters with Debra Messing and Mandana Dayani

4.6 (55)
SOCIETY & CULTURE

Best friends and super-nerds, Debra Messing and Mandana Dayani meet 20 of their heroes. Each episode, they learn about the journeys each of these Dissenters took to find their purpose and how they found the courage to dissent. Guests include: Hillary Clinton, Jane Fonda, Patrisse Cullors, Eva Longoria, Adam Schiff, Jameela Jamil and Sophia Bush.

2020-10-22

Hillary Clinton on Dissent and Democracy

Debra and Mandana sit down with Hillary Clinton for the season finale of The Dissenters to discuss the importance of dissent, the critical role it plays in democracy, the challenge our country is facing today as dissent is being silenced, and what this means against a backdrop of the rise of fascism and nationalism in this country and around the world. Thank you to our brand partner, Noom. Visit noom.com/DISSENTERS to start your trial today. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

51 min
2020-10-15

Dr. Edith Eva Eger: The Healing Survivor on Trauma, Healing and Forgiveness

Debra and Mandana sit down with the incredible Dr. Edith Eva Eger, a clinical psychologist, author and lecturer. A native of Hungary, Eger is a 93 year old survivor of the Holocaust. In this episode, they will cover Eger’s life, experiences in Auschwitz, healing from the trauma, and important lessons she would like to share. Debra and Mandana also discuss the alarming rise of antisemitism in the United States and around the world and raise awareness about the consequences of antisemitism when left unchecked. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

50 min
2020-10-08

Jane Fonda: The Climate Crusader on Political Activism, Feminism and Fighting Climate Change

Debra and Mandana sit down with Jane Fonda, to discuss political activism, feminism and fighting climate change. Go to hellorory.com/DISSENTERS to try out your personalized treatment for just $5. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

58 min
2020-10-01

Carole Cadwalladr: The Dismantler of Disinformation, on Facebook and the election

This week’s episode of The Dissenters Debra and Mandana sit down with the dismantler of disinformation Carole Cadwalladr, a world renowned investigative journalist who rose to international prominence in 2018 when she exposed the Facebook–Cambridge Analytica data scandal. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1 hr
2020-09-24

Ruth Bader Ginsburg: The RBG Tribute Episode

This week’s episode is a special podcast honoring Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The Dissenters could not imagine going ahead this week with the scheduled episode as RBG is the inspiration behind the podcast. Her loss cannot be understated. She was the architect of equal rights in our country. Debra and Mandana sit down with Glennon Doyle, Sophia Bush, and Shannon Watts. Each spoke passionately and eloquently about RBG, and each gave a unique perspective. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1h 14m
2020-09-17

Lena Waithe: The Truth-Teller, on Breaking the Rules, and Mentorship

This week’s episode of The Dissenters Debra and Mandana sit down with the truth teller Lena Waithe, a multitalented screenwriter, producer and actress and the first ever black women to win an Emmy for comedy writing. She geeked out over her love of TV, and was so honest about her journey getting there and how it makes her feel. Go to hellorory.com/DISSENTERS to try out nightly defense for just $5. It’s free to chat with the doctor, and your first order is just $5! Check out Clean Cause and take 20% off your next purchase at cleancause.com using code DISSENTERS PayPal is making it easy to pay safely, quickly and easily. Download the PayPal app today. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1h 7m
2020-09-10

Cindy Eckert: The Sexual Revolutionist, on owning pleasure and the female sexual revolution

Debra and Mandana sit down with Cindy Eckert to discuss building and selling two pharmaceutical companies for more than $1.5B, including the first ever FDA-approved drug for low sexual desire in women. Investing in other women, the female sexual revolution and owning pleasure. Check out Clean Cause and take 20% off your next purchase at cleancause.com using code DISSENTERS. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

50 min
2020-09-03

Christian Siriano: The Inclusion Pioneer, on Disrupting Fashion, Championing Inclusion, and Changing Runways Forever

Debra and Madnana sit down with Christian Siriano, one of the top runway and red carpet designers in the world about his work as a pioneer in body positivty, runway diversity, and inclusion. CLEAN Cause is available nationwide at Whole Foods, on Amazon, and at cleancause.com. Take 20% off your next purchase at cleancause.com using code DISSENTERS! Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

46 min

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2020-05-13

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55 Ratings

What a powerful & informative podcast

2021-01-11

CL-B

Wow just finished your H Clinton episode so quickly went back to trailer. What a collaboration with this intro of Mandana who was new to me and instantly loved her integrity, intelligence and life paths. Have to admit I was initially drawn to PC due to DM’s co-hosting.I was fully obsessed with Debra in her colourful exquisite career on W&G. Most striking info is that she, like Mandana, is a true intelligentsia coupled with a dramatic and theatrical side. Who knew she started originally in theatre which I assumes means she has REAL singing vocals (unlike her hysterical copious episodes as Grace singing (or attempting to) Broadway songs, Jewish hymns, lullabies etc. Now subscribed for this dissenters PC which is critical now more than ever (but I feel effects as well as your neighbour to the north in Canada....and now a big fan. Keep up the great interviewers with powerful integral individuals on need change management in the work. LAUGH AND LEARN....can’t get better than that Debra and Mandana!!!!
Episode with Hillary Clinton - Loved it

2020-10-23

GerryND

I am a Canadian woman who listened to the Hillary Clinton episode and was extremely moved and just in awe with her words, her truths and her strength. I was initially saddened by what could have been in 2016. As a Canadian, I miss that America of hope and leadership in doing right in the world. I miss having a friendly chat, laugh and unified front with our neighbour. After listening to Hillary, I was left with the feeling of hope that on November 3rd, you will come back. Friend, we miss you.
Interesting people, flat interviews.

2020-11-20

Tried it and nope.

I usually want to hear what the guests have to say, but I find the conversation unfulfilling. Breaks off into fangirling, which is fine on your own time, but not interesting audio of for others. I would challenge the hosts to dig deeper in the examination of the guest and dial down (or just edit out) the flower-tossing.
Never stop making this podcast!

2020-10-16

LRS1791

This has quickly turned into my favourite podcast. It’s smart, funny, incredibly interesting and educational, and important. I genuinely hope D & M never stop making this podcast because it is a privileged to be able to listen to them and their guests.

Best friends and super-nerds, Debra Messing and Mandana Dayani meet 20 of their heroes. Each episode, they learn about the journeys each of these Dissenters took to find their purpose and how they found the courage to dissent. Guests include: Hillary Clinton, Jane Fonda, Patrisse Cullors, Eva Longoria, Adam Schiff, Jameela Jamil and Sophia Bush.