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Feminism NOW

Feminism NOW

Written by: National Organization for Women (NOW)
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 Passionate about modern feminist issues? Want to learn more about how today's political, academic, and cultural leaders strive for a future of universal equality and justice? Join NOW in a podcast dedicated to intersectional feminist discussions in American society with leaders in entertainment, sports, politics, and science. From conversations on constitutional equality, to economic justice and reproductive rights, listeners will find new ways to learn, engage, and get empowered. Listen for new episodes released every other Wednesday.2025 National Organization for Women (NOW) Politics & Government Social Sciences
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  • Meet Feminism NOW’s New Hosts!

    Meet Feminism NOW’s New Hosts!
    Jan 14 2026

    We’re thrilled to be back for season 5 with new hosts, NOW National President Kim Villanueva and NOW National Vice President Rose Brunache.

    In this kick-off episode, NOW’s Policy Director Shelby von Hofe sits down to interview Kim and Rose, so you can get to know the new hosts of the show. They discuss why the label of “feminist” seems to be so controversial these days, and what you can expect from this season of Feminism NOW.

    Whether you’re a lifelong feminist or newly feminism-curious, join us this season as Kim and Rose speak with the movers and shakers defining the feminist movement in 2026. New episodes of Feminism NOW release every other Wednesday. To find out more about the National Organization for Women, visit our website.

    Leave us a voicemail for us to include in a future episode! Call 202-628-8669 or email us a voice memo at feminismnow@now.org.

    Meet Feminism NOW’s new hosts!

    Kim Villanueva was elected NOW National President in July 2025 and has been an active NOW member since 1987. Outside of NOW, Kim has nearly 40 years of experience in legislative advocacy, member relations, fund development, and board governance.


    Rose Brunache was elected NOW National Vice President in July 2025 and is an inclusive, millennial woman of color who brings a committed grassroots focus to her activism. Rose moved to the Washington, DC area after graduating from Temple University and has worked for various federal government agencies.


    Guest Host: Shelby von Hofe is the Policy and Advocacy Director at NOW National. Shelby's work and volunteering has focused on voting rights and women's rights, in addition to completing a fellowship with the Pro-Bono Resource Center of Maryland.


    NOW News: It’s NOW’s 60th birthday! NOW’s next 60 years depend on your voice, your creativity, and your conviction. Join us as we harness the power of new platforms, new ideas, and new generations to continue the fight for gender equality, social justice, and true democracy.


    Join the NOW book club!


    Follow us on social media:

    Kim on Instagram @KimVillanueva_NOW, and Rose on X @BrunacheRose.

    Today’s guest host, Shelby von Hofe @shelbyelysia on Instagram, and the NOW Young Feminists @now_yf on Instagram.
    Find the West Kentucky NOW Chapter here, or on Facebook and Instagram @WestKYNOW


    Find NOW here:

    Instagram: @nationalnow

    TikTok: @national_now

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    Facebook: NationalNOW

    X: @nationalnow
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    23 mins
  • That’s a Wrap

    That’s a Wrap
    Jun 18 2025
    This season, we’ve featured some of the many incredible women doing the work of protecting women in a hostile world. For our final episode of the season, we’re spotlighting one of our own: our fearless host and leader, Christian F. Nunes. Though her tenure as NOW National President is drawing to a close, her advocacy is far from over. In this episode, Christian and senior producer Bethany Brookshire sit down together to reflect on four seasons of this podcast, its many insightful guests, and what the future of feminist solidarity really looks like in the face of mounting anti-feminist backlash. We’re all in need of a little extra feminist inspiration right now, so why not check out some of our past episodes? We’ve linked the ones mentioned in today’s episode below, but be sure to check out all four seasons of Feminism NOW and get inspired by the incredible voices we’ve featured. Links: https://www.christianfnunes.com/ Links to previous episodes:Violence Against Black Women (with Dr. Brittany Lewis): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/violence-against-black-women-a-conversation-with/id1709383622?i=1000631747963Finding Missing Women (with Rep. Christina Haswood): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-missing-women/id1709383622?i=1000680823146The Abuse to Prison Pipeline (with Becki Kondkar): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-abuse-to-prison-pipeline/id1709383622?i=1000683171644The Promise and Peril of the Legal System (with Azaleea Carlea): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-promise-and-peril-of-the-legal-system/id1709383622?i=1000704592843Raising the Wage (with Saru Jarayaman): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raising-the-wage/id1709383622?i=1000652035836Gun Violence is a Feminist Issue (with Mikki Kendall): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gun-violence-is-a-feminist-issue/id1709383622?i=1000709262228Our Work is Never Over (with Alyssa Milano): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-work-is-never-over-activism-with-alyssa-milano/id1709383622?i=1000630191563Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speaker-emerita-nancy-pelosi/id1709383622?i=1000650627806The Gen Z Fight for Democracy (with V. Spehar): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gen-z-fight-for-democracy/id1709383622?i=1000657917419Building Better Media and Entertainment (with Nicci Gilbert): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-better-in-media-and-entertainment/id1709383622?i=1000641192487 Celebrating Everyday Feminists (with Latanya Mapp Frett): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/celebrating-everyday-feminists/id1709383622?i=1000636941613 Guest: Christian F. Nunes, MBA, MS, LCSW, became NOW president in August 2020. She was previously appointed Vice President by the board in May 2019. As the second African American president in the organization’s history, the youngest person of color, and the youngest president in more than 40 years, Nunes is leading the organization through an intersectional lens, bringing a diverse coalition of grassroots activists to work against structural sexism and racism.Take Action NOW: Join NOW this July for our National Conference in Las Vegas! Click here to learn more and register. We can’t wait to see you there!To find out more about the National Organization for Women, visit our website.Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christian_prez4now/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Prez4NOWThreads: https://www.threads.com/@christian_prez4now
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    32 mins
  • Healthcare Equity Makes Everyone Healthier

    Healthcare Equity Makes Everyone Healthier
    Jun 4 2025

    In 2025, Black women in the U.S. still can’t get the quality healthcare their white peers often receive. The history of bias in this country continues to play out through social determinants of health, from poverty to whether or not people have access to clean water. Despite the many questions that remain around women’s health, the Trump administration has also recently reduced funding for women’s health research.


    Across the country, Black women are leading the charge to make change. Today, NOW National President Christian F. Nunes sits down with Dr. Sharon Thompson, Medical Director and Board Vice Chair of the Black Women’s Health Imperative, to discuss why Black women are disproportionately impacted by inequities in the healthcare system—and how combatting these disparities benefits everyone.


    Links:

    https://bwhi.org/

    https://bwhi.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/CWC_Report_Full_report_lowres.pdf

    https://www.nrdc.org/stories/flint-water-crisis-everything-you-need-know

    https://kinema.com/films/me-period-tut9gq

    https://www.npr.org/2025/04/23/nx-s1-5372892/womens-health-initiative-research-funding-gets-cut


    Guest: Dr. Sharon R. Thompson is a powerhouse in women’s health—an OB/GYN, health tech innovator, professor, and national speaker with deep roots in public health and education. Known for her dynamic blend of clinical care, policy insight, and media presence, Dr. Thompson leads conversations that center dignity, data, and cultural competence in healthcare. She is the founder of Central Phoenix OB/GYN and a regular medical contributor on Good Morning Arizona.


    Take Action NOW: Join NOW this July for our National Conference in Las Vegas! Click here to learn more and register. We can’t wait to see you there!


    Listen to new episodes of Feminism NOW released every other Wednesday. To find out more about the National Organization for Women, visit our website.


    Socials:

    Dr. Sharon Thompson:

    Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonthompson/

    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonthompsonmdmph/


    Black Women’s Health Imperative:

    Instagram: instagram.com/blkwomenshealth/

    Twitter/X: x.com/blkwomenshealth

    Facebook: facebook.com/BlackWomensHealthImperative/

    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/black-women's-health-imperative/

    YouTube: youtube.com/c/BlackWomensHealthImperative
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    32 mins
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