Preview Mode Links will not work in preview mode

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.

Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at www.tvherstory.com/.

  1. All Episodes
  2. Lessons from Shonda, Year of Yes

Lessons from Shonda, Year of Yes

Apr 19, 2018

Storyteller extraordinaire, showrunner and human being Shonda Rhimes dropped a lot of leadership and life in her 2015 book Year of Yes.

Host Cynthia Bemis Abrams, who holds a master's degree in organizational leadership explores the wisdom shared by the genius that brought us the TV classics Grey's Anatomy, Scandal and How to Get Away With Murder. Rhimes' lessons include knowing your audience, managing change and work-life balance. Cynthia references the book and recommends it for people looking to improve their own lives or embark on a big challenge.

Also mentioned:

 Beckhard-Harris Change Model: http://www.valuebasedmanagement.net/methods_beckhard_change_model.html

Martha and Snoop's Potluck Dinner Party (VH1) link no longer available

2015 book Year of Yes: http://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Year-of-Yes/Shonda-Rhimes/9781476777122