The 51% Minority

Swagata Sen, Claire Sabatini and Anna-Caroline Theil
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Despite constituting more than 51% of the global population, women are still referred to as a minority! Anna-Carline, Claire Sabatini, and Swagata Sen, hailing from different corners of the globe, have united with a shared mission: breaking down systemic barriers that hinder women. "The 51% Minority” is the result of their shared passion, torment, dream, anguish, and hope for creating a more sustainable and equitable society for women. Through this project, they aspire to create compelling and thought-provoking dialogues by engaging with change-makers, academics, and activists. Its overarching aim is to challenge deeply ingrained societal norms, advocate for inclusive policies, and champion the cause of gender equality. The 51% Minority is not merely a podcast; it is a platform where the voices of women from various walks of life converge to discuss, dissect, and amplify the discourse surrounding the challenges and triumphs of dismantling barriers that women encounter globally.

  1. Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights and the Media- Expert Interview with Vianey Estrada

    03/30/2025

    Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights and the Media- Expert Interview with Vianey Estrada

    Welcome to another episode of the 51% Minority where we challenge the status quo through critical conversation. I’m Claire Sabatini, and together with my co-host, Swagata Sen, we’re sitting down with Vianey Estrada, an expert in communications and Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR). Together, we’ll explore the role of the media in shaping the fight for bodily autonomy, the rising threats of censorship and misinformation, and the power of inclusive, accurate, and accessible information. How do we push back against disinformation and reclaim our rights to essential healthcare? Let’s get into it. For more information, please visit: Howtouseabortionpill.org safe2choose.org abortionfinder.org exposefakeclinics.com

    50 min
  2. Not Just a Game: Gender and Sports

    02/28/2025

    Not Just a Game: Gender and Sports

    Welcome to another episode of the 51% Minority where we challenge the status quo through critical conversation. I’m Anna-Caroline Theil, and I’m joined by my co-hosts, Claire Sabatini and Swagata Sen. In this episode, we will be discussing women and sports: we will go through our experiences with exercise, and dive into global gendered disparities between athletes. Join us in this vulnerable conversation as we discuss underlying sexism and its consequences on our bodies. Let’s get into it.

    52 min
  3. Microfeminism

    01/30/2025

    Microfeminism

    Welcome to another episode of the 51% Minority where we challenge the status quo through critical conversation. I’m Claire Sabatini, and I’m joined by my co-hosts, Anna-Caroline Theil and Swagata Sen. In this episode, we will be discussing Microfeminism -- what it really means, how it shows up in our daily lives, and whether it’s a catalyst for change or just another social media trend. Join us as we unpack the power or limits of small, everyday acts of feminism and whether they can push us closer to true equality. Let’s get into it.

    41 min
  4. Women's Health: It's Not in Our Heads

    11/10/2024

    Women's Health: It's Not in Our Heads

    Welcome to another episode of the 51% Minority where we challenge the status quo through critical conversations I’m Anna-Caroline Theil and together with my co-hosts Claire Sabatini and Swagata Sen, we will be discussing neglect, ignorance, stigma, and denial surrounding women’s health - in short, we will address gender disparity and discrimination in healthcare. We have approached this complex topic by diving into our personal experiences and stories from our own lives. Join us in this conversation as we unveil this systemic issue. Let’s Get Into It.

    49 min
  5. Militarism & Gender - Interview with Dr. Maki Kimura

    10/06/2024

    Militarism & Gender - Interview with Dr. Maki Kimura

    Welcome to another episode of the 51% Minority, where we challenge the status quo through critical conversations. I’m Claire Sabatini and together with my co-host, Anna-Caroline Theil, we're honored to have Dr. Maki Kimura, an Associate Professor in Gender and Politics at University College London. Dr. Kimura brings her extensive expertise on the intersection of gender, race, militarism, and war. Join us as we delve into a discussion about the gendered implications of conflict, militarism, and how patriarchal structures perpetuate violence. We'll also explore the feminist perspectives on peacebuilding, disarmament, and the potential pathways to a more just and peaceful world. Let’s get into it!

    39 min
  6. The Global Backlash Against Women's Rights

    09/22/2024

    The Global Backlash Against Women's Rights

    Welcome to another episode of the 51% Minority, where we challenge the status quo through critical conversation. I’m Claire Sabatini and together with my co-hosts Anna-Caroline Theil and Swagata Sen, we will be discussing the global backlash against women’s rights. We will unpack the contention between the mainstream message that women have virtually achieved equality and the recent reports of women’s rights being attacked and rolled back. Together, we will consider the underlying causes of this global backlash and what can be done to combat it.

    41 min
  7. The F Word - What's Wrong with Identifying as a Feminist?

    09/08/2024

    The F Word - What's Wrong with Identifying as a Feminist?

    Welcome to another episode of the 51% Minority, where we challenge the status quo through critical conversation. I’m Claire Sabatini and together with my co-hosts Anna-Caroline Theil and Swagata Sen, we will be discussing the aversion to the “F word”, that is “Feminism”. We will dive into what feminism means, what it stands for and why there is a significant disidentification with the word despite a growing support for gender equality. Let’s get into it.

    42 min
  8. Men as Allies- Performative, Heroic or Authentic ?

    08/25/2024

    Men as Allies- Performative, Heroic or Authentic ?

    Welcome to another episode of the 51% Minority, where we challenge the status quo through critical conversation. I’m Claire Sabatini and together with my co-hosts Anna-Caroline Theil and Swagata Sen, we will be discussing men as allies. Join us as we delve into the different forms of allyship and what it means to be an authentic ally. We will share our personal stories and discuss whether the label of ally is even necessary. Let’s get into it!

    46 min
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Despite constituting more than 51% of the global population, women are still referred to as a minority! Anna-Carline, Claire Sabatini, and Swagata Sen, hailing from different corners of the globe, have united with a shared mission: breaking down systemic barriers that hinder women. "The 51% Minority” is the result of their shared passion, torment, dream, anguish, and hope for creating a more sustainable and equitable society for women. Through this project, they aspire to create compelling and thought-provoking dialogues by engaging with change-makers, academics, and activists. Its overarching aim is to challenge deeply ingrained societal norms, advocate for inclusive policies, and champion the cause of gender equality. The 51% Minority is not merely a podcast; it is a platform where the voices of women from various walks of life converge to discuss, dissect, and amplify the discourse surrounding the challenges and triumphs of dismantling barriers that women encounter globally.

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  • Creator
    Swagata Sen, Claire Sabatini and Anna-Caroline Theil
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    The 51% Minority