To The Contrary

News and Public Affairs Series / 17 Seasons

With women in the forefront of politics and on the cutting edge of national agendas, To the Contrary with Bonnie Erbe continues to provide an important, timely forum for diverse 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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VAWA's Future; The Feminine Mystique; Blerdology

S21 E50 / 25m 29s

House Republicans decide whether or not to vote on the Violence Against Women Act amidst political issues barring its passage; The Feminine Mystique turns 50 this week, but is it still relevant?; Behind the Headlines: Kat Calvin. The CEO and Founder of blerdology wants to get more black women and girls into tech.

Introducing More Congresswomen (Re-air)

S21 E49 / 25m 29s

We introduce you to 6 more powerful new women in Congress: Rep. Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ), Rep. Joyce Beatty (D-OH), Rep. Jackie Walorski (R-IN), Rep. Elizabeth Esty (D-CT), Rep. Annie Kuster (D-NH) and Rep. Suzan DelBene (D-WA).

Introducing, Congresswomen (Re-air)

S21 E48 / 25m 30s

We introduce you to 5 of the newest members of the 113th Congress: Rep. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-HI), Rep. Susan Brooks (R-IN), Rep. Cheri Bustos (D-IL) and Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D-NM).

Hillary Clinton's Legacy

S21 E47 / 25m 29s

As Hillary Clinton leaves behind her work at the State Department, she sits down with host, Bonnie Erbe, to share her dedication and commitment to women and girls' empowerment. From First Lady to the U.S. Senate to the State Department, Clinton guides us through her storied career with one common thread: issues facing women and girls. AND, she tells us what's next for her.

Women in Combat; Hillary Testifies; Women in Hollywood

S21 E46 / 25m 30s

The Pentagon decides to lift the ban on women in combat positions, but not everyone agrees women on the front lines is best; Hillary Clinton testifies before the Senate and the House, showing her poise under pressure; The SAG Awards changes their policies on gender specific terms for actors, prompting some to wonder, should we still have gender specific awards?

2012: Year in Review; Gun Control Debate

S21 E41 / 25m 31s

After the tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, the future of guns remains up in the air; a look back at the stories that kept us talking all year and a glance at what's ahead for women in 2013.

December 14, 2012

S21 E40 / 25m 31s

Panelists discussion what it means for the rights of women represented by unions as Michigan becomes the 24th right-to-work state, the United Nations criticizes the Afghan government for failing to implement the laws that protect women.And, Behind the Headlines. why it is important to have women on corporate boards

November 23, 2012

S21 E37 / 25m 29s

Shopping Spree: Despite the looming fiscal cliff, women are still planning to shop strong this holiday season; the Church of England voted this week against allowing women to serve as bishops, the highest office in the church; a look at the challenges and rewards of working in a non-exempt job, with Working Mother Media President Carol Evans.

November 16, 2012

S21 E36 / 25m 29s

Panelists discuss how the newly elected women will change things in the next Congress. Then, a new UN report says access to contraception could boost the world's economy by billions of dollars. Behind the Headlines. Marianne Williamson on changing the way women talk about politics.

November 9, 2012

S21 E35 / 25m 30s

As record number of women take office in Senate and the House this January, we look at what their win means to women; Women who are 54% of the electorate voted in record numbers and they voted overwhelmingly for President Barack Obama this election; The challenges faced by disabled women veterans as they transition from active duty to civilian l

November 2, 2012

S21 E34 / 25m 29s

We ask which candidate is better for women from two of the women who know the candidates best, Former U.S. Treasurer Bay Buchanan and Obama campaign insider Karine Jean-Pierre; Voters in four states will decide whether to take the plunge and vote on same sex marriage this election season.

Late Deciders; Give Us Women; Kathleen Turner

S21 E33 / 25m 2s

After Indiana Senate candidate Richard Mourdock makes comments about children conceived through rape, the so-called "waitress moms" are even more important to the presidential candidates; The European Parliament rejected a male candidate for the Central Bank, saying they want more women; Actress Kathleen Turner is starring as controversial political journalist Molly Ivins on stage.

October 19, 2012

S21 E32 / 25m 29s

As the third and final presidential debate draws close, a new survey shows GOP Presidential hopeful Mitt Romney pulls even with President Obama among women voters in swing states; a female college student's account of sexual violence goes viral; Salon columnist Joan Walsh talks about her new book which explores how and why so many white working class families defected from the Democratic Party.

October 12, 2012

S21 E31 / 25m 30s

GOP Presidential candidate Mitt Romney surges ahead after moving in a more moderate position on women's issues; As a part of International Day for the Girl Child, the United Nations forcuses on the tragedy of child brides; This little known problem costs workers millions of dollars per year. The Department of Labor is fighting to get that money back.

October 5, 2012

S21 E30 /

The Supreme Court gets ready to hear its first affirmative action case in almost a decade, brought by a white female against the University of Texas; Despite having 24 million eligible voters, Latino/as are not expected to show up in November; An in-depth look at the rise of women as fighters and leaders in Mexicos most notorious drug cartels.

September 28, 2012

S21 E29 / 25m 30s

The criticism and support GOP Vice Presidential candidate Paul Ryan has received for buying hunting gear for his 10-year-old daughter. Then, we turn to a new study that shows bias still persists against women in the sciences. And, Behind the Headlines, BPA-a by-product of plastic production, is raising health concerns.

September 21, 2012

S21 E28 / 25m 31s

Women's rights and women's empowerment are chief concerns at the upcoming UN General Assembly; The first mother to daughter womb transplants are performed in Sweden; Journalist Hanna Rosin argues with the rise of women, it may be the end of men.

September 14, 2012

S21 E27 / 25m 31s

Panelists discuss the future of education and the efficacy of standardized testing for teachers. Then, public breastfeeding by an American University professor during lecture sparks controversy. Behind the Headlines: Roslyn Brock. The youngest Chair of NAACP leads the organization into the 21st century.

September 7, 2012

S21 E26 / 25m 31s

To The Contrary travels to the Democratic National Convention to talk to Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Sec. Kathleen Sebelius and activist Sandra Fluke about why women's votes matter this election year; A new organization, Young Conservatives for the Freedom to Marry, is urging the Republican party to support marriage equality

August 31, 2012

S21 E25 / 25m 29s

With the GOP Convention over, the Republicans take their message on the road as the Democrats head to Charlotte to nominate President Obama as their candidate. Then, Labor Secretary Hilda Solis defends the administration with a Labor Day interview on women and jobs.

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