Her Culture: Books, Film, Music & Women in the Arts

Mallory MacGeehan
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Her Culture is a vibrant narrative podcast hosted by Mallory MacGeehan that celebrates the profound impact of women in the arts. Through intimate storytelling and sharp cultural critique, the show explores how books, film, and music shape our identities and challenge societal norms. Listeners are invited into a world where creativity meets conversation, offering a fresh perspective on contemporary culture and timeless artistic expression. Dive deep into discussions about influential female authors, groundbreaking cinema, and iconic musicians who redefine their industries. The show examines themes of gender equality, creative empowerment, and the intersection of art with social justice. Each episode unpacks the nuances of women’s contributions to literature, visual media, and soundscapes, providing rich context for fans of literary analysis, film criticism, and music journalism. Explore how these artists navigate personal struggles and professional triumphs while inspiring global audiences. Ideal for book lovers, cinephiles, and music enthusiasts, Her Culture offers Mallory MacGeehan’s warm, insightful voice guiding you through the most compelling stories in the arts. Released regularly, the podcast provides a consistent space for reflection and discovery, perfect for those seeking meaningful engagement with creative works. Join a community dedicated to appreciating and amplifying women’s voices in every artistic medium. Follow Her Culture today to stay updated on the latest episodes and join the ongoing celebration of women in the arts. Topics: women in the arts podcast, book reviews by women, female filmmakers discussion, music and feminism, literary analysis podcast, contemporary cinema women directors, creative empowerment stories, Mallory MacGeehan host, arts and culture commentary, gender equality in media, indie film recommendations, female author interviews, music industry women, storytelling podcast network, humanity media podcasts, cultural critique audio, entertainment news women, artistic expression voices #WomensStories #ArtsAndCulture #BookReviews #FilmCriticism #MusicHistory #FemaleAuthors #CinematicArt #CreativeEmpowerment #LiteraryAnalysis #IndieFilms #MusicIndustry #GenderEquality #Storytelling #PodcastCommunity

Episodes

  1. 7h ago

    Trash to Treasure: The Beautiful Chaos of DIY Instrument Making | Her Culture

    In this episode of Her Culture, host Mallory MacGeehan invites listeners to embrace the beautiful chaos of DIY instrument making and transform everyday household trash into unique musical instruments. This episode is designed for creatives, artists, women in the arts, and anyone feeling stuck in a rut of perfectionism who wants to rediscover the joy of play and spontaneous creation. We explore how making music from junk—like tin cans, shoeboxes, and water glasses—dismantles the tyranny of technical precision and allows for raw, honest expression without the pressure of buying expensive, polished tools. We dive deep into the philosophy of 'deep listening' and resourcefulness, drawing inspiration from experimental composers and punk-era zine makers who built orchestras out of garbage. The conversation highlights how this practice serves as a radical act of rebellion for women, who are often socialized to be polite and perfect, by encouraging loud, messy, and unapologetic play. You will hear about the lineage of women artists like Pauline Oliveros, who used everyday objects to explore presence and resilience, proving that you don’t need a conservatory degree or a state-of-the-art studio to make meaningful art. Instead, creativity is about hearing the potential in what’s already on your kitchen counter. Mallory shares personal anecdotes, including conducting a symphony of clinking wine glasses while washing dishes, to illustrate how these homemade instruments force us to slow down, pay attention to small magical moments, and find beauty in imperfection. The episode argues that art isn't reserved for the elite but is sitting on our shelves, waiting for us to give it a voice. By engaging with these noisy, imperfect creations, we connect to a history of women who made magic out of nothing and refused to wait for perfect conditions to begin creating. Join us for this playful and inspiring exploration of DIY soundscapes and creative freedom. If you enjoy this episode, please support the show via the link below to help keep these conversations about women in the arts alive and thriving. Let’s remind each other that it’s okay to make a mess, to be wrong, and to let the world ask to be played. More from Her Culture: https://humanitymedia.org/her-culture Topics: diy instrument making, trash to treasure music, women in the arts, creative play therapy, deep listening practice, household object percussion, anti-perfectionism art, experimental music history, resourceful creativity, mindful making, her culture podcast, mallory macgeehan #DIYmusic #TrashToTreasure #WomenInArts #CreativePlay #DeepListening #HouseholdInstruments #AntiPerfectionism #ExperimentalMusic #ResourcefulCreativity #HerCulturePodcast #MakeAMess #ArtisticFreedom Transcript: https://cdn.humanitymedia.org/transcripts/her-culture/2026-09-06.txt

  2. 2d ago

    Why Your Old Sketchbook Is a Time Machine You’re Too Scared to Open | Her Culture

    In this episode of Her Culture, host Mallory MacGeehan explores the emotional and creative significance of revisiting old sketchbooks, framing them not as archives of failure but as vital time machines that document our personal evolution. This conversation is specifically designed for artists, writers, creatives, and anyone who has ever felt intimidated by a blank page or paralyzed by the fear that their skills have diminished over time. By sharing her own experience of digging through messy, ink-stained, and spine-cracked journals from her twenties, Mallory invites listeners to reframe their relationship with their past work, moving away from judgment and toward compassionate witness. The episode delves deep into the psychology of creative blocks and the myth of linear progress. Mallory argues that creative practice is not a ladder we climb to reach perfection, but rather a spiral—a messy, looping journey where we revisit the same fears and joys at different altitudes. She discusses the concept of 'emotional first aid,' suggesting that holding onto physical artifacts like old notebooks provides proof of our resilience and continuity of self. Key themes include overcoming the fear of imperfection, finding beauty in chaotic doodles and failed attempts, and resisting the modern cultural pressure to constantly reinvent ourselves as fresh and optimized. Listeners will learn how to honor their creative history as evidence that they were alive, feeling, and struggling, which is often more valuable than polished output. Through intimate storytelling and reflective insights, the episode highlights the tactile nature of analog creation—the smell of vanilla and dust on old paper, the texture of charcoal smudges, and the weight of a closed book. These sensory details serve as anchors for memory, helping us connect the dots between the person we were when we made those marks and who we are today. The narrative encourages a shift in perspective: from seeing old sketches as failures to viewing them as maps of an internal landscape. It challenges the listener to stop waiting for the 'magic' of perfect technique and instead celebrate the radical act of showing up, even badly. This approach offers a soothing remedy for creative burnout and imposter syndrome, reminding us that the magic lies in the attempt itself. Join Mallory MacGeehan for this playful-artful exploration of art, memory, and self-acceptance. If you resonate with the struggle of maintaining a creative practice amidst life's chaos, this episode offers both comfort and a gentle call to action. Please support the show and join the community of women in the arts by visiting the link in the show notes. Your support helps keep these conversations about creativity and culture alive and accessible to everyone who needs them. More from Her Culture: https://humanitymedia.org/her-culture Topics: creative process, overcoming creative block, sketchbook journaling, art therapy benefits, imposter syndrome artists, embracing imperfection, creative resilience, analog art making, self acceptance for creatives, finding your artistic voice, nostalgia and creativity, mental health and art, her culture podcast, mallory macgeehan #creativity #artjournal #sketchbook #artistlife #creativeprocess #selfcare #writingcommunity #arttherapy #imperfectart #resilience #herculture #podcastrecommendation Transcript: https://cdn.humanitymedia.org/transcripts/her-culture/2026-09-04.txt

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Her Culture is a vibrant narrative podcast hosted by Mallory MacGeehan that celebrates the profound impact of women in the arts. Through intimate storytelling and sharp cultural critique, the show explores how books, film, and music shape our identities and challenge societal norms. Listeners are invited into a world where creativity meets conversation, offering a fresh perspective on contemporary culture and timeless artistic expression. Dive deep into discussions about influential female authors, groundbreaking cinema, and iconic musicians who redefine their industries. The show examines themes of gender equality, creative empowerment, and the intersection of art with social justice. Each episode unpacks the nuances of women’s contributions to literature, visual media, and soundscapes, providing rich context for fans of literary analysis, film criticism, and music journalism. Explore how these artists navigate personal struggles and professional triumphs while inspiring global audiences. Ideal for book lovers, cinephiles, and music enthusiasts, Her Culture offers Mallory MacGeehan’s warm, insightful voice guiding you through the most compelling stories in the arts. Released regularly, the podcast provides a consistent space for reflection and discovery, perfect for those seeking meaningful engagement with creative works. Join a community dedicated to appreciating and amplifying women’s voices in every artistic medium. Follow Her Culture today to stay updated on the latest episodes and join the ongoing celebration of women in the arts. Topics: women in the arts podcast, book reviews by women, female filmmakers discussion, music and feminism, literary analysis podcast, contemporary cinema women directors, creative empowerment stories, Mallory MacGeehan host, arts and culture commentary, gender equality in media, indie film recommendations, female author interviews, music industry women, storytelling podcast network, humanity media podcasts, cultural critique audio, entertainment news women, artistic expression voices #WomensStories #ArtsAndCulture #BookReviews #FilmCriticism #MusicHistory #FemaleAuthors #CinematicArt #CreativeEmpowerment #LiteraryAnalysis #IndieFilms #MusicIndustry #GenderEquality #Storytelling #PodcastCommunity

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