The Breakdown

Women in Politics

Welcome to “The Breakdown”, where we strive to do just what our name entails: breakdown ever-changing and evolving social and political controversies. Join host Andrea Montenegro Polanco and her guests for monthly new episodes!

Episodes

  1. 12/23/2021

    Episode 13: Bake-Off REMATCH

    In this episode of The Breakdown, Andrea Montenegro Polanco talks with WIP's co-execs, Rebecca and Katherine, while they face off in a baking rematch. Who will be victorious? Listen to find out.

    52 min

  2. 08/30/2021

    Episode 12: A discussion on Abortion, the Modern Pro-Choice Movement, and Teen Activism

    On this episode of The Breakdown, Andrea Montenegro talks with Paxton Smith, a women's reproductive rights activist who made national headlines earlier this year with her valedictory speech on Texas' Heartbeat Bill. The bill, which goes into effect on September 1st, will ban abortions as soon as a fetus has a detectable heartbeat or any time after six weeks of pregnancy. Smith, compelled to bring attention to what she felt was an infringement of her right to women's bodies, delivered an iconic speech that now has brought her many opportunities, including representing the pro-choice movement on a national stage and writing a book! Listen to learn more about the history of abortion from Smith's point of view, insight into her mentality when presenting the speech, a discussion about the book, and her thoughts on the future of the abortion debate.

    48 min

  3. 08/18/2021

    Episode 11: A Year of WIP: Talking with the Co-Execs

    On this episode of The Breakdown, co-hosts Andrea Montenegro and Dhanvi Shah catch up with the co-executives of WIP, Rebecca and Katherine, nearly a year after starting the organization. Unlike TBD's previous works, this episode is (mostly) free of political discussions and is more of light-hearted fun between friends.

    1h 4m

  4. 07/24/2021

    Episode 10: Let's Talk Periods

    On this episode of The Breakdown, co-hosts Andrea Montenegro and Dhnavi Shah talk with teen menstrual equity advocate Smarika Nepal. Watch this episode to learn more about the origins of menstrual inequity, the pink tax, and Smarika's work as an integral piece of multiple menstrual activism organizations.

    53 min

  5. 04/28/2021

    Episode 9: Women That Pave The Way For Women

    On this episode of The Breakdown, co-hosts Andrea Montenegro and Dhanvi Shah talk to two exciting guests: Alice Stewart and Maria Cardona. Ms. Stewart and Ms. Cardona are CNN commentators and the co-hosts of the Hot Mics: From Left to Right podcast . Both women have extensive careers in journalism, media, and politics working as communication advisers on presidential campaigns, becoming T.V. personalities, and advocating for what they believe in. Listen to find out how these women made it to where they are today and what they hope young girls can take from their experiences!

    47 min

  6. 04/07/2021

    Episode 8: When We Are Silent We Are Still Afraid

    On this episode of the Breakdown, co-hosts Andrea Montenegro and Dhanvi Shah sit down with Nancy Love to discuss her experiences as a woman of color in politics and activism. Ms. Love currently serves as the Director of Constituent Services for Pennsylvania State Senator John Kane. Before working in state government, she worked on the presidential and state-wide Democratic campaigns of Bernie Sander and John Kane. **This episode does touch on the 97% statistic and sexual harassments, so please listen at your own discretion.

    41 min

  7. 03/16/2021

    Episode 6: FeBURRRary in Texas

    In this episode of The Breakdown, Andrea Montenegro Polanco and Dhanvi Shah discuss some important announcements, the snows storm that hit Texas, Governor Abbott lifting the mask mandate, the importance of keeping politicians accountable, and coronavirus.

    50 min

  8. 02/26/2021

    Episode 5: Everything Pre-Valentine's Day

    Andrea and Dhanvi discuss impeachment, coronavirus, gun control, and "cancel culture." Happy belated Valentine's Day!

    56 min

  9. 01/20/2021

    Episode 4: Handshakes Over Hate; WIPxPolititeen

    On this episode of the Breakdown, Andrea Montenegro and Dhanvi Shah discuss the political climate entering 2021 with Varoon and Damian from Polititeen.

    49 min
  10. Episode 3: Holiday Party

    12/23/2020

    Episode 3: Holiday Party

    On this episode of The Breakdown, Andrea Montenegro and Dhanvi Shah judge a baking contest between WIP's co-executive directors Rebecca Joseph and Katherine Bronov, while interviewing them about the foundation of Women In Politics and their personal lives!

    47 min

  11. 11/25/2020

    Episode 2: Election Aftermath and Recent Events

    On this episode of The Breakdown, Andrea Montenegro and Dhanvi Shah discuss the 2020 election results and other recent events.

    30 min

  12. 10/22/2020

    Episode 1: 2020 Election

    We are so excited to be launching our new "The Breakdown" podcast! We thought it would be fitting to talk about a very important issue: the 2020 election. Enjoy!

    1h 4m
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About

Welcome to “The Breakdown”, where we strive to do just what our name entails: breakdown ever-changing and evolving social and political controversies. Join host Andrea Montenegro Polanco and her guests for monthly new episodes!

Information

  • Creator
    Women in Politics
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Women in Politics
  • Show Website
    The Breakdown