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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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Postcards From LA: A TV Feminist’s Hollywood Tour

Nov 6, 2025

TV herstorian Cynthia Bemis Abrams reports back from a star-studded week in Los Angeles, where she met creators, paid tribute to icons, and reflected on the past, present, and future of women in Hollywood. In this personal recap, Cynthia shares highlights from her California adventure, including:
  • Her visit to the Writers Guild of America West (WGAW) archives
  • Paying respects at the Forever Hollywood Cemetery
  • Coffee with TV writing legend Georgia Jeffries
  • Recording a conversation about the creative process with writer and showrunner Beth Sullivan (TV's Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman 1993-98)
  • Interviewing actor and singer Stepfanie Kramer (TV's Hunter 1984-91)
This travelogue-style episode brings Cynthia’s passion for television, feminism, and storytelling to life—one postcard at a time.
 
Enjoy last month's episode with Stepfanie Kramer
 
 
 

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