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Welcome to Advanced TV Herstory, the podcast that connects the dots of TV & feminism and American politics & culture. We tell the stories of women in TV who have had a profound impact on the confidence and aspirations of generations of girls and women.

We highlight the pioneering journalists, talented actresses, and gutsy writers who challenged societal norms and provide historical context for their achievements within the cultural and political trends of the time. By exploring the past, we ensure that the struggles, triumphs, and milestones of these women are not lost to history.

Hosted and produced by television scholar Cynthia Bemis Abrams, Advanced TV Herstory is more than just a podcast. It is a research-based examination of the evolution of television and women in our society. Each episode is an opportunity to inspire listeners to believe in themselves, challenge norms, break barriers, and shape the future of television and our world.

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The Rise of the Anti-Hero with Special Guest Jessica Jones

Jun 14, 2018

Episode Description

It’s time we celebrate TV’s most complex women. Cynthia Bemis Abrams is joined by Dr. Molly Brost (University of Southern Indiana) to dive into anti-heroines—characters like Marvel’s Jessica Jones—who challenge societal norms and expand the definition of justice on TV.


This thought-provoking episode explores:
  • How women anti-heroes differ from male ones

  • What makes Jessica Jones a standout figure in this category

  • Why TV and streaming are better when women are allowed to be “unlikable”

  • The cultural shift toward flawed, layered, morally ambiguous female leads

Whether you're a fan of action heroines or media studies, this conversation is a must-listen for understanding the evolution of modern TV storytelling.
 
YouTube (Audio Only)
https://youtu.be/NR5ipZwRbvU