Authors on children’s books and representation
As a lover and writer of children’s books, I think that books for kids are now and has always been about representation. Kids naturally see themselves in stories, and they….
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Nurturing community through jazz
Some years ago I took a jazz singing course at our local community college. The instructor, the wonderful big band leader Wally Trindade, said that to really test our chops,….
Women’s bodily autonomy in the post-Roe era
In this podcast, Suki Wessling and Christine Barrington interview two pioneers in the movement for legal midwifery and home birth. Kate Bowland and Raven Lang provide inspiration for women to continue to fight for the legal right to bodily autonomy.
Planting seeds with Lisset Orozco
This interview with Spanish teacher Lisset Orozco is part of my Moms Who Make a Difference series.
Abortion stigma: the root of healthcare confusion
This podcast presents a special Independence Day panel discussion about abortion and California’s status as an Abortion Sanctuary State. We discuss the roots of abortion stigma, and how stigma manifests itself everywhere from conversations between friends to communications between healthcare providers. We also discuss California’s status as a sanctuary station for abortion seekers, and what that will mean for our healthcare system.
Comprehensive healthcare includes abortion care
In this podcast, a panel of three abortion providers speak about how abortion is an integral part of comprehensive women’s health.
Erin Buchla never stopped mothering
When Erin learned she had to leave her beloved profession, Early Childhood Education, she decided not to leave it behind. Listen in to learn how one mom to many figured out how to give moms a break, give kids a fun place to hang out, and keep her deep connection with children alive.
Parenting on the gender spectrum, a conversation
Parenting transgender children offers two moms a chance to broaden their perspective on parenting and human potential.
Sierra Ryan: Parenting and Working for a Brighter Future
This interview was recorded for my series of articles, “Moms Who Make a Difference,” about women who have children and also work to better their communities. I’ve spoken to Sierra….
Mom Jen Ra’anan, warrior for students, teachers, and family
Each month since early in the Covid pandemic, I have interviewed a mom who both has kids at home and works in the community. These moms are doing double-duty (sometimes….