To The Contrary, Public Broadcasting's successful all-female news analysis series, is celebrating its 33rd season on air. With women in the forefront of politics and on the cutting edge of national agendas, To The Contrary continues to provide an important, timely forum for women to discuss national and international issues and policies. It presents news and views that are rarely, if ever, available elsewhere on television.
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In this podcast I will be discussing cultural expectations, misconceptions, habits and taking some time to analyze the patterns seen in cultures across the nation. We’ll do this with interviews from experts and people who I know will challenge my perspectives.
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Pushing the community to stay together despite religious, or ethnic backgrounds. To spread unity in a positive manner, provoking thought and conscious awareness. We're stronger united, please follow us on Instagram @contrarytothebelief and please like, subscribe and comment on YouTube Contrary to the Belief.
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The History of Black Women Running for President | PBS
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We discuss the history of black women who have run for the highest office in the land, from fringe candidates like Charlene Mitchell from the Communist Party, to leading figures from major parties like VP Kamala Harris.Av To The Contrary
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Post-Debate Analysis: Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump | PBS
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Post-Debate Analysis: We compare and contrast the performances of the two leading candidates for president. Who convinced the American people? The Home Stretch: We take a look at GOTV efforts and the "ground game" of each campaign. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Carrie Sheffield, Linda Chavez, Siobhan "Sam" Bennett…
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How Project 2025 Impacts the Separation of Church and State | PBS
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We speak with Mariko Hirose, the Chief Program Officer at Americans United, about Christian Nationalism. What do plans such as Project 2025 have in store for the wall that divides religion and government in the United States?Av To The Contrary
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Happy Education Season! Contrary to the Culture inspires and unites by bringing on guests that have lived in various cultures, have seen different parts of our world, and can ultimately be experts in aspects of life we may be biased on. In this episode, I am riding solo as I discuss the culture of Competitive Women in the business world and other c…
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''Girlboss Feminism'' and The Myth of Making It | PBS
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What is "Girlboss Feminism" and what are its consequences? We speak with Samhita Mukhopadhyay, the former executive editor of Teen Vogue and the author of the new book The Myth of Making It.Av To The Contrary
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Happy Education Season! Contrary to the Culture inspires and unites by bringing on guests that have lived in various cultures, have seen different parts of our world, and can ultimately be experts in aspects of life we may be biased on. In this episode, I am joined by Silver Danielle, a mogul in the education world for all students of color. She st…
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Protect Democracy vs. Project 2025 | PBS
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What is Project 2025? Progressives warn that it will destroy democracy in America as we know it, although conservatives say such fears are overblown and the plan would be beneficial. We speak with Aisha Woodward from Protect Democracy, an organization that claims to have crafted an antidote against Project 2025.…
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VP Kamala Harris: Her Life, Career, and Views | PBS
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Who is Kamala Harris? We speak with three experts about the life, career, and political views of the presumptive Democratic nominee. PANEL: Rina Shah, Kelli Goff, Dr. Sharon AustinAv To The Contrary
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Contrary to the Culture inspires and unites by bringing on guests that have lived in various cultures, have seen different parts of our world, and can ultimately be experts in aspects of life we may be biased on. This month we are celebrating Education! In this episode, I am joined by Yasha Chapman, a vet in the education world with a business that…
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Division and Unity in the United Methodist Church | PBS
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The United Methodist Church has undergone through important changes in the last few years due to disagreements over LGBT issues. To The Contrary speaks with experts, church leaders, and day-to-day churchgoers about the split in this special documentary episode. #christianity #LGBTQ #religion #socialissues #gayrights…
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Republican National Convention; Biden Called to Drop Out | PBS
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Republican National Convention: Did Trump do enough to soften his image? Biden Called to Drop Out: Democrats are divided whether to continue with the president or seek another option. PANEL: Erin Matson, Inez Stepman, Brittany Martinez, Keli GoffAv To The Contrary
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Contrary to the Culture inspires and unites by bringing on guests that have lived in various cultures, have seen different parts of our world, and can ultimately be experts in aspects of life we may be biased on. In this episode, I am rockin solo to talk about the constructs behind money and respect within partnerships. This will be another hot top…
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Contrary to the Culture inspires and unites by bringing on guests that have lived in various cultures, have seen different parts of our world and can ultimately be experts in aspects of life we may be biased on. This episode I am riding solo as I dive into the effects of our passion for Ebonics within our community. This conversation will highlight…
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Abortion & Politics; Religious Charter Schools | PBS
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Abortion & Politics: How will the recent US Supreme Court rulings affect the elections this year? Religious Charter Schools: The separation of church and state vs. school choice. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Ginny Gentles, Ann Stone, Lara BrownAv To The Contrary
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Contrary to the Culture inspires and unites by bringing on guests that have lived in various cultures, have seen different parts of our world and can ultimately be experts in aspects of life we may be biased on. This episode I am joined by Minister Alma Thomas, a revolutionary woman with a long journey filled with trauma and obstacles. Although she…
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Mifepristone Ban Blocked & The Future of Abortion Debate | PBS
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The US Supreme Court ruled unanimously in favor of the FDA's handling of the abortion medication mifepristone. The pill will be widely available, including through the US mail. Justice Brett Kavanaugh wrote that the plaintiffs lacked standing for this case. PANEL: Debra Carnahan, Fmr. Rep. Nan Hayworth (R-NY), Jessica Washington, Tiana Lowe Doesche…
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Contrary to the Culture inspires and unites by bringing on guests that have lived in various cultures, have seen different parts of our world and can ultimately be experts in aspects of life we may be biased on. This episode I am joined by Amber Taggard, the Organizer Chick! Amber has taken her love and understanding of birth order and habits to an…
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Contrary to the Culture inspires and unites by bringing on guests that have lived in various cultures, have seen different parts of our world and can ultimately be experts in aspects of life we may be biased on. This episode I am joined by Lisa Allen, the Founder of Those Eyes Can Heal. Woman ready to take on the world in the name of helping others…
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Awareness is Inspo: Mental Health Panel
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Contrary to the Culture has been established to provide awareness for all the beautiful cultures while holding us accountable. This Friday we have brought you a discussion panel on Mental Health. This panel is filled with Mental Health experts that have multiple perspectives and a lot to share. Tune in Now!…
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She Should Run: Empowering Women in Politics | PBS
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Join us in this exclusive interview with Erin Loos Cutraro, the CEO and founder of She Should Run, as we delve into the transformative world of women in politics.Av To The Contrary
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Contrary to the Culture inspires and unites by bringing on guests that have lived in various cultures, have seen different parts of our world and can ultimately be experts in aspects of life we may be biased on. This episode I am joined by Ciara Ward, a Mental Health Therapist, two time Author and new podcaster. We will be diving into the idea of M…
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Contrary to the Culture inspires and unites by bringing on guests that have lived in various cultures, have seen different parts of our world, and can ultimately be experts in aspects of life we may be biased on. In this episode, I am joined by Sara Zanelletti, an Italian Dancer, teacher, and author. Sara has used her experiences of traveling the w…
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Pro-Palestine Protestors; Kamala Harris Campaigning | PBS
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Pro-Palestine Protestors: What is the role of women in the anti-Israel protests on many campuses? Kamala Harris Campaigning: The vice-president is in swing states on her "Economic Opportunity Tour." PANEL: Linda Chavez, Jessica Washington, Debra Carnahan, Ginny GentlesAv To The Contrary
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Contrary to the Culture inspires and unites by bringing on guests that have lived in various cultures, have seen different parts of our world, and can ultimately be experts in aspects of life we may be biased on. In this episode, I am joined by Ber-Henda Williams, a Soulful Biz Coach toward Transformational Feminine Leadership. She explores multicu…
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History of First Ladies from Hillary Clinton to Jill Biden | PBS
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We speak with New York Times Reporter Katie Rogers about her new book "American Woman." The book takes an in-depth look at the history of the role from Hillary Clinton, to Laura Bush, Michelle Obama, Melania Trump, and finally, Jill Biden.Av To The Contrary
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Contrary to the Culture inspires and unites by bringing on guests that have lived in various cultures, have seen different parts of our world and can ultimately be experts in aspects of life we may be biased on. This episode I am kicking it off by discussing my very first experience with cultural diversity. I am a California born and Georgia Peach …
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It Takes a Village to Raise a Legacy
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Contrary to the Culture inspires and unites by bringing on guests that have lived in various cultures, have seen different parts of our world and can ultimately be experts in aspects of life we may be biased on. This episode I am joined by Angelina Mojica, a Director of a Foster Care division in Texas and the Founder of Empower HER Steps. We will b…
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Harvey Weinstein Conviction Overturned; Abortion Laws | PBS
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Harvey Weinstein Conviction Overturned: The disgraced Hollywood mogul's conviction in NY is overturned, pending a new trial. Abortion Laws: The latest from Arizona and the Supreme Court. PANEL: Debra Carnahan, Tiana Lowe Doescher, Ameshia Cross, Ann StoneAv To The Contrary
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Climate Anxiety and the Kid Question | PBS
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Jade Sasser, a University of California associate professor, shares her research how the increasing concerns about the environment are affecting people's decision to have children in her latest book, “Climate Anxiety and the Kid Question: Deciding Whether to Have Children in an Uncertain Future.”Av To The Contrary
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Homelessness - HUD Sec. Marcia Fudge | PBS
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Homelessness in America: We speak with outgoing HUD Sec. Marcia Fudge about her work in helping those who are unhoused. Fudge announced her retirement on March 16 after three years in the position. She had previously served in the US House of Representatives for 13 years and was chair of the Congressional Black Caucus.…
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The culture is filled with various experiences and misconceptions about others. Here we will dive into interviews with guests to address the topics that make up the false reality of our society today.Av Jaysa King
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Supreme Court & Abortion; Biden vs. Trump | PBS
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Supreme Court & Abortion: The SCOTUS hears arguments relating to mifepristone, a medication abortion. Biden vs. Trump: Has Biden rebounded in the polls thanks to a strategy of speaking about healthcare and women's issues? PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Erin Matson, Carrie Sheffield, Tiana Lowe.…
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Abortion & Birth Control; Homelessness | PBS
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Abortion & Birth Control: The state of reproductive rights as the election draws closer. Homelessness: Outgoing HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge talks to us about this pressing issue. PANEL: Rina Shah, Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Sam Bennett, Fmr. Rep. Nan Hayworth (R-NY)Av To The Contrary
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Are y'all ready for Contrary to the Culture? Check out the trailer for the new podcast coming this spring from the Beauty with the Gap herself, Jaysa King!Make sure you follow the new instagram page @JustJaysatheHostAv Jaysa King
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Frozen Embryos; Ukrainian Women | PBS
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Frozen Embryos: A new Alabama Court decision makes embryos legally the same as children. Ukrainian Women: How the Ukrainian military relies on female fighters. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, Carrie Sheffield, Erin MatsonAv To The Contrary
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Gender Divide; Immigration & Suozzi | PBS
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Gender Divide: The significant political divide that's happening between the sexes. Immigration & Souzzi: Why a Democratic victory in New York could be Joe Biden's blueprint. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Sam Bennett, Hadley Heath Manning, Linda ChavezAv To The Contrary
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Black History Month Profile: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton | PBS
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In this special encore episode originally from 2017, Bonnie Erbé sits down with Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) to chronicle her life and achievements, from the civil rights movement, to the "Good Girls Revolt" Newsweek case, to the EEOC, to Congress."Purrple Cat - Warm Horizon" is under a Creative Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0) licenseMusic promoted by …
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Merze Tate: Black Woman Scholar | PBS
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For Black History Month, we speak with Barbara Savage, a professor and author of “Merze Tate: The Global Odyssey of a Black Woman Scholar.” It tells the real life story of the groundbreaking black female scholar Merze Tate.Av To The Contrary
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Nikki Haley's Chances; DEI Backlash | PBS
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Nikki Haley's Chances: Where does her campaign go from here? DEI Backlash: Should DEI programs continue in companies and schools? PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, Fmr. Rep. Nan Haywoth, Erin Matson, Rina Shah.Av To The Contrary
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Single At Heart - Dr. Bella DePaulo | PBS
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Dr. Bella DePaulo, social psychologist and lifelong single woman, discusses her book titled "Single at Heart: The Power, Freedom, and Heart-Filling Joy of Single Life" in which her research challenges the stereotypes associated with single life, arguing being single can be a joyful, meaningful, fulfilling, psychologically rich, and authentic life.…
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Pope & Surrogacy; Abortion Politics | PBS
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Pope & Surrogacy: The pope comes out strongly against surrogacy. Abortion Politics: What will the shifting state of abortion rights mean for the elections this year? PANEL: Debra Carnahan, Siobhan "Sam" Bennett, Carrie Sheffield, Tiana Lowe Doescher, Keli GoffAv To The Contrary
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This week on To The Contrary, we speak with Julia Allison, one of the first online influencers. She tells us how she innovated this profession, and what she thinks of online influencers today.Av To The Contrary
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Hamas Attack; Nikki Haley & Women in the GOP | PBS
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Hamas Attack: Examining the horrific use of rape as a weapon of war. Nikki Haley & Women in the GOP: Haley is at the center of the last debate, moderated by three women. Liz Cheney vows to defeat Donald Trump. PANEL: Linda Chavez, Carrie Lukas, Jessica Washington, Lara Brown, Ph.D.Av To The Contrary
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Nikki Haley's Rise; Remote Work Dilemma | PBS
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Nikki Haley's Rise: Can a woman of color win in the GOP primary? Remote Work Dilemma: Working from home can be a blessing for many women, but will it hurt their advancement? PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Fmr. Rep. Nan Hayworth (R-NY), Erin Matson, Rina ShahAv To The Contrary
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Maryam Keshavarz, Director of The Persian Version | PBS
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Bonnie Erbé interviews Maryam Keshavarz, the director of the new film, The Persian Version. The semi-autobiographical movie follows the story of an Iranian-American woman straddling both cultures’ equal yet disparate influences. It won two awards at the Sundance Film Festival.Av To The Contrary
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Violence Against Women; Girls & Gangs | PBS
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Violence Against Women: The SCOTUS takes up a case involving firearms as new legislation is proposed regarding violence against women. Girls & Gangs: Why some women and girls are joining gangs, and what can be done about it. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Hadley Heath Manning, Lori Jump, Tiana Lowe Doescher…
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Taylor Swift; Male Contraception | PBS
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Taylor Swift: Conservatives go after the singer after she encourages her followers to register to vote. Male Contraception: Progress is being made in a contraceptive for men to use to prevent accidental pregnancy. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Siobhan "Sam" Bennett, Carrie Sheffield, Kira Davis…
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Nobel Winning Woman Scientist | PBS
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Dr. Katalin Karikó, 2023 Nobel Prize winner, and Carol Mimura, Ph.D., Bayh-Dole Coalition honoree, discuss the future of mRNA technology and cancer immunotherapy.Av To The Contrary
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Pope Francis, Catholicism, Women & LGBT Issues | PBS
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Pope Francis new synod discusses issues that could affect the future of Catholicism. Some of the issues on the table include the role of women, blessing same-sex unions, LGBT inclusivity, and priest celibacy. PANEL: Ann Stone, Keli Goff, Carrie Scheffield, Debra CarnahanAv To The Contrary
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Diversity in Rock; Period Poverty | PBS
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Diversity in Rock: Rolling Stone co-founder says women and minorities lack the "articulation" to be featured in his book. Period Poverty: Many girls in America miss school due to lack of hygienic products. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, Rina Shah, Erin Matson, Hadley Heath ManningAv To The Contrary
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