Virago Voices Podcast

Virago Voices

Victoria Kinkaid
A podcast series on female empowerment.
4. Knowing your normal
Series 3 Episode 4: Knowing your normal In this episode we talk to Dr Shree.
Feb 20, 2022
53 min
3. Don't forget the vulva
Series 3 Episode 3: Don't forget the vulva In this episode we speak to Tash Crosby from Talk Peach. 
Feb 9, 2022
57 min
2. Get your smear
Series 3 Episode 2: Get your smear In this episode we speak to Helen Baker. 
Jan 23, 2022
40 min
1. Check your boobs
Series 3 Episode 1: Check your boobs In this episode we speak to Clare O'Neill from Coppafeel.  Like and subscribe!
Jan 16, 2022
38 min
8. Laura
In this episode we talk to the Virago Laura.
May 20, 2021
32 min
5. Feminism
Episode 5 of series 2: Topical Insights covers feminism! In this episode we talk to Grace, an A-level student and feminist, who explores the meaning of the word feminist, discusses the waves of feminism and finally explains how we can all be feminists!! We have dedicated this special episode to International Women's day! 
Mar 7, 2021
51 min
4. Domestic Abuse and COVID-19
*Trigger warning: This podcast contains discussions on domestic abuse and sexual assault* Episode 4 of series 2: Topical Insights covers domestic abuse and COVID-19. In this episode we talk to Becca, a 4th year medical student who defines domestic abuse, reports how COVID-19 has impacted domestic abuse and what we can do to help the situation. 
Feb 20, 2021
36 min
3. Pronouns
*Trigger warning: This podcast contains discussions on sexual assault, revenge porn and rape*. Episode 3 of series 2: "Topical Insights" covers pronouns. In this episode we talk to the trio that make up Safe Space, which is an online page tackling ignorance and championing inclusivity. We discuss pronouns, what they are and how to encourage their appropriate use. PLUS, we chat about Bridgerton.
Feb 13, 2021
49 min
2. Catcalling
*Trigger warning: this podcast contains discussions on sexual assault, harassment and rape*. Episode 2 of Series 2: "Topical Insights" covers catcalling and public harassment. In this episode we talk to Mea, a feminist illustrator and social activist. We discuss the definition of catcalling, how it is a social issue and what we can do to create change. Hope you enjoy! If you have been affected by any of the issues mentioned in the podcast, please reach out to someone you trust. If you feel passionate about this topic, I would urge you to check out the amazing campaign called "Our streets now" who are fighting to end public sexual harassment (PSH) in the UK by changing culture and creating a criminal offence.
Feb 6, 2021
40 min
1. Masculinity
*Trigger warning: this podcast contains discussions on abortion, sex and sexual assault and violence* Episode 1 of Series 2: "Topical Insights" covers masculinity. In this episode we talk to Joe Strong, a PhD student researching the link between masculinity and women's access to abortion care in Ghana. We discuss what masculinity is, how it is portrayed in the media and how it impacts women's access to healthcare. Hope you enjoy! If you have been affected by any of the issues mentioned in the podcast, please reach out to someone you trust. Here are some links which may also help.  Women's aid: https://www.womensaid.org.uk/information-support/ Abortion: https://www.bpas.org/abortion-care/considering-abortion/advice-and-counselling/ Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/
Jan 30, 2021
1 hr 5 min
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