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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Workers & Unions With First Female President of AFL-CIO

S31 E3127 / 26m 47s

We continue our Woman Thought Leader Series with Liz Shuler, the first female president of the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO). She discusses the rights of labor workers, the organization’s fight for equal pay among women and men, the current presidential administration's stance on labor unions, and much more.

Women, Cryptocurrency & NFTs

S31 E3126 / 26m 46s

We speak with Mai Akiyoshi, the CEO of Curious Addys, about cryptocurrency and NFTs. She explains the basics of crypto coins such as bitcoin, and what an NFT is. We also discuss how to avoid scams and how volatile the market is. And, we take special focus on what it's like for women in the crypto sphere.

New President of EMILY's List, Laphonza Butler

S31 E3121 / 26m 46s

We talk to the head of one of the biggest women's political groups, Laphonza Butler, the new president of EMILY's List. EMILY's List is one of the most influential women's political groups. It focuses on getting pro-choice women elected into office. She's the first Black woman and the first mother to lead the organization.

Kellyanne Conway on Trump, Politics, Family, and New Book

S31 E3120 / 26m 46s

Kellyanne Conway, former counselor to President Donald Trump, talks with Bonnie Erbé on a variety of topics. This episode contains previously unaired portions from a past episode. Conway discusses Trump's chances of running again, various political issues, her family, and her new book.

Roe v. Wade & January 6th Hearings

S31 E3118 / 26m 46s

Roe v. Wade: After the Supreme Court overturns this landmark abortion case, protests erupt, but will outrage last into the midterms? January 6th Hearings: Women take a lead role in the insurrection hearings. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards, Genevieve Wood, Ann Stone, Tiana Lowe, Erin Matson

Roe v Wade; Title IX; Discrimination

S31 E3117 / 26m 22s

Roe v Wade: A not-so-surprising decision. Title IX turns 50: What has it accomplished? What's left to do? And how the transgender athletic controversy plays into the equation. Discrimination: Age, weight, gender, race? What do Americans discriminate about? Host Bonnie Erbe' with panelists DC Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton, Lara Brown, Linda Chavez and Genevieve Wood.

Mandy Teefey, co-founder Wondermind; mother of Selena Gomez

S31 E3116 / 26m 23s

This week, Mandy Teefey sits down with host Bonnie Erbé to discuss the new project she's starting with her daughter, actor and singer Selena Gomez, and with Daniella Pierson. Wondermind promises to help people struggling with mental health.

Kellyanne Conway, Senior Counselor to Pres. Trump

S31 E3115 / 26m 23s

An interview you don’t want to miss: Kellyanne Conway. As part of our Women Thought Leader series, Kellyanne Conway joins us as she dives into her new memoir, “Here’s the Deal.” She shares never before heard stories from her life and her work with the Trump Administration.

Post Roe World; Baby Formula

S31 E3113 / 26m 23s

Post Roe World: How will various stakeholders react if and when Roe v. Wade is overturned? Baby Formula: Would women at the top of the big companies have made a difference in averting the crisis? PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Nan Hayworth (R-NY), Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Debra Carnahan, Amala Ekpunobi

Vegan Women Summit - ''The Future of Food is Female"

S31 E3112 / 26m 23s

Jennifer Stojkovic, the founder of the Vegan Women Summit, talks to us about her new book, "The Future of Food is Female." We discuss why women entrepreneurs and consumers are turning to vegan products.

Senate Abortion Vote & Women and Remote Work

S31 E3111 / 26m 23s

Senate Vote on Abortion: Democrats attempt to codify Roe v. Wade. Women & Remote Work: The different challenges for higher income and lower income women. PANEL: Danielle Moodie, Tiana Lowe, Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Ann Stone

Abortion Opinion Leaked

S31 E3110 / 26m 23s

Draft SCOTUS majority opinion strikes down Roe v Wade. The document was leaked & it's not final. There could be a difference in language when it's handed down, but it appears to be the real deal. Intvu: Alexis McGill, Pres. Planned Parenthood. Panel: D.C. Dem. Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton. Frmr.Rep. Representative Nan Hayworth(NY), Dem. strategist Hilary Rosen and Rep consultant Rina Shah.

Paula Stone Williams ''As a Woman''

S31 E3109 / 26m 23s

Dr. Paula Stone Williams made the life-changing decision to physically transition from male to female at the age of 60. Formerly a evangelical pastoral counselor Williams is also the parent of three children & was happily married to a woman at the time. She speaks with TTC host Bonnie Erbe' about her experiences in the church, at home and in the world where women and men are treated differently.

Catholic Lawsuit; Florida Banned; Child Tax Credit

S31 E3108 / 26m 23s

TTC host Bonnie Erbe' and panelists Latifa Lyles, Sam Bennett, Carrie Sheffield, Amala Ekpunobi discuss the latest Catholic priest pedophilia settlement, Florida rejects math textbooks for CRT, common core, and other social reasons, by allowing the enhanced child tax credit to expire- Is America turning its back on poor children?

Abortion Laws; Gender X; Depp v. Heard

S31 E3107 / 26m 23s

Abortion Laws: We review the latest abortion restrictions in Texas and Oklahoma. Gender X: The first passport with a gender that is not marked male or female, but "x" is issued. Depp v. Heard: What will be the impact of this Hollywood lawsuit on #MeToo? PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Genevieve Wood, Erin Matson

SCOTUS; Oscars Slap; Gender Pay Gap

S31 E3105 / 26m 23s

SCOTUS: Sen. Susan Collins says she will vote for Judge Brown Jackson. Oscars Slap: The impact of jokes about black women's hair. Gender Pay Gap: New studies show young women have closed the gender pay gap in many cities. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC). Rina Shah, Ann Stone, Danielle Moodie

Interview with Rep. Pramila Jayapal

S31 E3103 / 26m 19s

We speak to the chair of the Progressive Caucus - Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) about the state of the movement. We discuss the most important issues, and we ask how the progressives view President Biden.

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