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Connect the dots of TV and feminism to American culture and politics with host Cynthia Bemis Abrams. Interviews with top names - in front of and behind the scenes - offer insights into TV that has shaped American culture and influenced the world. Check out episodes with actors Annie Potts, Margaret Cho, Stepfanie Kramer of Hunter, Kim Fields of Facts of Life and Living Single, and daytime's Cady McClain.  Television veteran writers Georgia Jeffries, Victoria Riskin and April Smith are featured in episodes that explain storytelling as a writing craft. These discussions will forever change how you watch TV. Explore issues of race through interviews with academics Robin Means-Coleman and Charlene Regester, and influencer Karly Beaumont. Ever since the #MeToo Movement of 2017-18, Cynthia has highlighted key episodes and events surrounding sexual harassment - fictional and real life.  With listeners around the world, Cynthia celebrates the progress of representation in media and captures the stories and insights that make TV a powerful storyteller and mirror of truth. In 2025, Cynthia started revealing more about the book she and a colleague are writing. Subscribe to our monthly newsletter at www.tvherstory.com. Promise,  your data will never be sold.

Aug 26, 2015

In this episode, we delve into the captivating world of prime-time serial dramas that emerged in the 1970s and 80s, with a particular focus on iconic shows like Dallas and Falcon Crest. These series paved the way for a new era of television, drawing audiences with their intricate plots and compelling...


Aug 19, 2015

Host Cynthia Bemis Abrams celebrates the early career and influence of Debbie Allen, the groundbreaking actor, choreographer, director, producer, and businesswoman. This episode explores her journey from Howard University to her star-making role as Lydia Grant in Fame, both the film and TV series, and how she shaped the...


Aug 12, 2015

Explore the iconic 1994-1995 television series My So-Called Life in this nostalgic podcast that dives deep into the show's memorable moments and the timeless lessons it imparted. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer, this podcast will transport you back to the world of Angela Chase and her introspective...


Aug 8, 2015

Host Cynthia Bemis Abrams recounts the heyday of Second Wave Feminism, when Billie Jean King, at that time a strong player on the women's tennis circuit, accepted the challenge to play former men's tennis star Bobby Riggs, in a nationally televised match. Cynthia explains the backstory of King negotiating the offer...