Best Modern Matriarchs Podcasts (2025)

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EP 7 Lucy Parsons - More Dangerous Than a Thousand Rioters | Women and Resistance 🌍 1:01:25

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Send us a text In this conversation, Aya Fubara Eneli Esq. and Adesoji Iginla delve into the life and legacy of Lucy Parsons, a radical activist known for her anarchist beliefs and her role in the labour movement. The discussion covers her early life, the Haymarket Affair, her struggles against capitalism and imperialism, and her enduring influence…

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Megan Rapinoe Has One Life 1:14:29

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What does it take to be one of the world’s best soccer players??? Goodness in your heart and also drive. Olympic and World Cup soccer champ Megan Rapinoe tells us everything she knows about fighting for the gold and also fighting for equality because she does both a lot. BRAND NEW SUMMER MERCH https://shop.celebritymemoirbookclub.biz/collections/al…

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EP 6 Pauli Murray - Resisting Jane Crow I Women And Resistance 🌍 1:13:28

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Send us a text In this conversation, Aya Fubara Eneli Esq. and Adesoji Iginla delve into the life and legacy of Pauli Murray, a pioneering civil rights activist, feminist, and legal scholar. The discussion covers her early life, education, activism, legal career, and the challenges she faced as a Black woman in a male-dominated field. It also highl…

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Aziz Ansari Defines Modern Love 1:11:19

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Would you call this a memoir? Only if you’re feelin loose like a modern woman!!! Aziz Ansari wrote a book, not about himself, but about love. He tackles tough topics like is dating harder now because of apps and social media?? Does reading a very boring book make you more or less likely to find love?? BRAND NEW SUMMER MERCH https://shop.celebrityme…

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EP 5 Queen Idia - Matriarch Of Might I Women And Resistance 1:02:07

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Send us a text In this conversation, Aya Fubara Eneli. Esq and Adesoji Iginla delve into the life and legacy of Queen Idia of Benin, exploring her significance in African history, the cultural heritage of the Benin Kingdom, and the role of women in leadership. They discuss the impact of colonialism on African artefacts and the importance of repatri…

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Kelly Oxford is Perfect and Lying 1:25:45

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Do you remember Kelly Oxford? If you had twitter in the early 2010’s dig through your brain archives. Surely you remember the funniest Canadian mom on twitter turned LA scenester turned book writer turned show writer turned divorced person who crashes out on Instagram all the time? BRAND NEW SUMMER MERCH https://shop.celebritymemoirbookclub.biz/col…

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Nora Ephron Remembers Nothing Except Feeling Bad About Her Neck 1:42:13

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It’s Nora Ephron anthology week! We took a look at two of her essay collections, I Feel Bad About My Neck and I Remember Nothing to remember what proper storytelling looks like. THE FINAL STOP ON OUR TOUR June 14: New York If you want to host a CMBC meetup here’s a meetup 101 packet to help you plan! Keep up with all the latest: https://celebrityme…

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EP 4 Bessie Head - Writer and Refugee | Women and Resistance 🌍 41:23

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Send us a text This conversation delves into the life and legacy of Bessie Head, exploring her complex identity as a mixed-race individual in South Africa. The discussion highlights her challenging childhood, experiences of rejection, and the impact of her ancestry on her sense of self. It also covers her journey into journalism and literature, whe…

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Hilaria Baldwin Doesn't Have a Manual 1:53:38

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Who’s that girl doin yoga next to Alec Baldwin?? It’s Hilaria and she’s ready to tell her side of the story. And only her side. You won’t get most of the story. But you will find out who she feels wronged her in their coverage. With special guests Eliza and Julia from Binchtopia!!!! WE’RE BACK ON TOUR May 16: London May 18: Dublin June 14: New York…

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EP 3 Gwendolyn Brooks: Poet, People, and Politics | Women and Resistance 🌍 49:56

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Send us a text In this conversation, Aya and Adesoji delve into the life and work of Gwendolyn Brooks, exploring her identity as a Black woman and poet. The discussion highlights the influence of family, the importance of community, and the relevance of her poetry to the Black experience. It also addresses the evolution of Black consciousness and t…

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Tina Knowles is the Matriarch 1:45:33

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Have you ever wondered how the hell Beyoncé and Solange Knowles found their ways to becoming the most talented people on the planet earth? It’s because they were raised and styled by Tina. WE’RE BACK ON TOUR May 16: London May 18: Dublin June 14: New York If you want to host a CMBC meetup here’s a meetup 101 packet to help you plan! Keep up with al…

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EP 2 Winnie Mandela - Warrior, Women Warrior I Women And Resistance 🌍 58:37

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Send us a text In this episode, Adesoji Iginla and Aya Fubara Eneli discuss Winnie Mandela's life and legacy, exploring her role in the anti-apartheid struggle, her personal history, and her relationship with Nelson Mandela. Aya shared Winnie's experiences of love, struggle, and resilience, highlighting the importance of cultural identity and the c…

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Pope Francis is Pope Hope 1:19:25

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Conclave starts tomorrow lets go girls!!! This week the gang goes Catholic as we dive into the life of the recently departed sweetie pie Pope Francis. From his early days of doing science to his later years of writing letters and popeing he was an interesting character and a twist on the standard popal situation. WE’RE BACK ON TOUR May 16: London M…

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Tommy Fury Knows Lighting Can Strike Twice 1:26:28

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Warm up your fists of Fury a new memoirist has entered the villa!!!! Tommy Fury is a boxer and reality star who takes his boxing soooo seriously while the rest of the world takes his reality stardom much more seriously. WE’RE BACK ON TOUR May 1: Chicago May 16: London May 18: Dublin June 14: New York If you want to host a CMBC meetup here’s a meetu…

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EP 1 Andrée Blouin: 'Africa’s Most Dangerous' I Women And Resistance 🌍 59:18

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Send us a text In this conversation, Aya Fubara Eneli Esq and Adesoji Iginla discuss Andree Blouin's life, the legacy of Patrice Lumumba, and the broader struggle for African independence. They reflect on her personal journey, the challenges faced by women in the political landscape, and the importance of activism and historical awareness in shapin…

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Mark Hoppus is Fahrenheit 182 1:27:58

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There’s a scorching hot tune burning at 182 degrees- the only way to cool it down is with an incredibly chill and normal story. Enter Blink-182 bassist Mark Hoppus. A founding member of one of the biggest bands of the 00s, he’s also just a guy who loves friendship. WE’RE BACK ON TOUR April 24: San Francisco May 1: Chicago May 16: London May 18: Dub…

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EP 12 Women Who Resisted I Women And Resistance 🌍 59:27

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Send us a text n this conversation, Aya Fubara Eneli Esq. and Adesoji Iginla delve into the lives and legacies of ten iconic women from the African continent and diaspora, exploring their resistance against various forms of oppression. Using the Africana Studies Framework's conceptual categories, the discussion highlights how these women navigated …

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Katie Price: This is Her 1:26:52

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From page three to the centerfold of UK televisions, Katie Price is both an absolute mystery and apparently an open book. The reality star and model has written 8 memoirs and her most recent clarifies both everything and nothing. If you want to know who Katie Price is and isn’t listen on. WE’RE BACK ON TOUR April 24: San Francisco May 1: Chicago Ma…

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Roots & Reflections with our matriarch 35:52

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Join three generations —daughter, granddaughter, with their matriarch — as she reflects on her life, her history, and everything in between. From her childhood, tales of sibling games, family stories, some regrets, that first crush, laughs and legacy, this episode captures the wisdom gained throughout a lifetime. Visit our website at www.h2OCrouton…

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Part 2 - January 6, 2021: Analyzing the Capitol Riot and Trump's Absence at the Dignified Transfer of Lithuania | H2O Croutons 44:07

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In this episode, Jennifer & Steve explore the events of January 6, 2021, the Capitol insurrection, and the significance of President Trump's decision to skip the dignified transfer of the American soldiers killed in a training accident in Lithuania. Join us as we analyze the political and social implications of these historic moments. www.purple-pl…

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EP 11 Wangari Maathai - Mama Green I Women And Resistance 🌍 1:08:01

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Send us a text In this conversation, Aya Fubara Eneli Esq and Adesoji Iginla explore the life and legacy of Wangari Maathai, a renowned environmental activist and the founder of the Green Belt Movement. The discussion covers her early life in colonial Kenya, her education, and the impact of colonialism on the environment. It highlights the role of …

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Diane Guerrero Is in the Country We Love 1:15:39

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Diane Guerrero was barely a teenager when her family was separated by the US immigration system. She was completely disregarded by the system and managed to graduate from a performing arts school, go to college, and act in some of the biggest shows of the decade while using her voice to advocate for families in situations like hers. WE’RE BACK ON T…

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Part 1 - January 6, 2021: Analyzing the Capitol Riot and Trump's Absence at the Dignified Transfer of Lithuania | H2O Croutons 43:00

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In this episode, Jennifer & Steve explore the events of January 6, 2021, the Capitol insurrection, and the significance of President Trump's decision to skip the dignified transfer of the American soldiers killed in a training accident in Lithuania. Join us as we analyze the political and social implications of these historic moments. www.purple-pl…

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AITA? Jennifer & Lexi Judge Reddit’s Wildest Moral Dilemmas | H2O Croutons 44:21

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Jennifer and Lexi dive into Reddit’s infamous "Am I the Assh*le?" posts, delivering hot takes, moral judgments, and plenty of laughs. Who’s in the wrong? Tune in to find out! Music by www.Purple-Planet.com

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EP 10 Aqualtune - The Warrior Queen I Women And Resistance 🌍 55:55

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Send us a text In this conversation, Aya and Adesoji explore the life and legacy of Aqualtune, an African warrior and leader, highlighting the historical context of her time, the role of women in African society, and the impact of colonialism and slavery. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding distorted narratives of African hist…

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Jay Shetty Thinks Like a Monk 2:01:50

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You’re life isn’t bad you just haven’t found the right guru!!! First, become a multi millionaire and then you’re going to want to hire Jay Shetty, celebrity monk, to brush your hair and tell you it’s okay to make getting richer your only goal!!! Jay Shetty uses his experience as a monk to remind us all that it’s good to be a celebrity. WE’RE BACK O…

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