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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Women Thought Leaders: Judy Chicago

S26 E2652 / 25m 41s

We highlight Judy Chicago's art journey in creating the genre of feminist art. Chicago talks about her famous installation: The Dinner Party and the importance of institutions like the National Museum of Women in the Arts.

Hidden Health Hazards

S26 E2651 / 25m 41s

The surprising story of pharmaceuticals & products in our waterways and food animals and the crisis of antibiotic resistance. Dr. Lance Price, George Washington University and Dr. Emma Rosi, Cary Institute of Ecosystem explain what they're finding. And Everly Macario, a SuperMom Against Superbugs talks about her 1-1/2 year son who died of MRSA suddenly.

Tarana Burke; Domestic Violence Scandal; School Tragedy

S26 E2650 / 25m 24s

Tarana Burke: We speak with the originator of the #MeToo movement. Domestic Violence Scandal: Two White House staffers resign after allegations of abuse. School Tragedy: Students demand action on gun control. Panel: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, Ann Stone, Patrice Lee Onwuka, Siobhan "Sam" Bennett

#MeToo and Working Women; Teaching Slavery in School

S26 E2649 / 25m 40s

#MeToo and Working Women: Is the movement reaching working-class women? Teaching Hard History: American Slavery: Are educators effectively prepared to teach slavery in high schools? Panel: Latifa Lyles, Jennifer Higgins, Avis Jones DeWeever, Patrice Onwuka

Women Thought Leaders: Farah Tanis

S26 E2648 / 25m 23s

We speak with the co-founder of Black Women's Blueprint about the challenges the black women's movement faces. She discusses the intersecting problems of racism and sexism as well as what it means to be a "transnational feminist."

Larry Nassar; Women & Trump; Birthright: A War Story

S26 E2647 / 25m 40s

Larry Nassar: sexual assault and USA’s gymnastics team, Women & Trump: Donald Trump’s approval rating among white women; Behind the Headlines - Birthright: A War Story. Panel: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, Genevieve Wood; Hilary Rosen; Jennifer Higgins

Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto

S26 E2646 / 25m 40s

Sen. Cortez Masto is the first Latina and woman from Nevada to be elected to the United States Senate. As Nevada Attorney General, she led the effort to criminalize sex trafficking at the state level. Now as Senator, she's pushing for more diversity in the Senate, to keep the Dream Act intact and a variety of other issues.

Women's Movements; Women & the Cannabis Industry

S26 E2645 / 25m 41s

Women's Movements: What lies ahead for #TimesUp, #MeToo and #PowerToThePolls. Women & the Cannabis Industry: The impact of women on the legal marijuana business. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC); Carrie Lukas, Erin Matson, Rina Shah

Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham: Woman Thought Leader

S26 E2644 / 25m 42s

Representative Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico talks taxes, immigration, elder care and why she's leaving Congress and running for Governor...and more.

Donald Trump's Impact on Women; The #MeToo Revolution

S26 E2643 / 25m 45s

Donald Trump's Impact on Women: From his cabinet picks, to the SCOTUS nomination, how has the Trump Administration worked in favor of women? The #MeToo Revolution: how a movement changed the way sexual assault is addressed in Hollywood, schools and the workplace. Panel: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton; Rina Shah; Ann Stone; Erin Matson

Cut:Exposing FGM, Film Festival

S26 E2641 / 25m 45s

This documentary tells the history of FGM in the United States. Dr. John Chua's Cut: Exposing FGM is the US issues winner in the TTC All About Women and Gils Film Festival. Important yet disturbing topic.

'Ties that Bind' TTC Film Fest Winner Attitudes About Gender

S26 E2640 / 25m 44s

Documentary filmmaker Diana Newton takes us on a family journey of her younger sibling's gender transition. While it takes place upon the backdrop of North Carolina politics this is a personal story.

All About Women & Girls Film Fest: Good Morning, Mrs. Rice

S26 E2639 / 25m 45s

This week we present the winner for the student entry category: Andie Eisen's Good Morning Mrs. Rice. In this sometimes personal journey, we follow the filmmakers as they research the peculiar case of Mrs. Rice. Are they finding "a piece of queer history" or something else entirely?

Women Thought Leaders: Joan Williams

S26 E2638 / 25m 40s

In our continuing series of interviews with Women Thought Leaders, we speak with Joan Williams, author of "What So Many People Don’t Get About the U.S. Working Class." She discusses the way the media, politicians, and the upper class hav misunderstood America's working class and how it affected the election of Donald Trump. She discusses issues such as white privilege & class-based discrimination.

Women Thought Leaders: Rep. Marcia Fudge

S26 E2637 / 25m 46s

Ohio Representative Marcia Fudge is calling on her fellow Democrats to make the case for a progressive and inclusive agenda and tell the story of what they've accomplished.

Changing the Culture; Election 2017

S26 E2636 / 25m 44s

Changing the Culture: Are we moving towards a society that believes sexual assault accusers? Election 2017: Women and minorities were the reason behind the Democrats’ success. Panel: Hilary Rosen, Carrie Lukas, Jennifer Higgins, Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD)

Sexual Assault in the Workplace; Women’s Equality Party

S26 E2635 / 25m 44s

Sexual Assault: After so many high-profile cases of alleged assault, is this a turning point towards a culture that holds abusers accountable? Women’s Equality Party: Catherine Mayer, co-founder of the Women’s Equality Party, speaks on “Equalia” and her TIME Magazine lawsuit. PANEL: Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Juleanna Glover, Rina Shah, Siobhan "Sam" Bennett

Manal Omar, Crossing Red Lines

S26 E2634 / 25m 45s

Focusing on women's rights, humanitarian aid, and peace-building for more than 15 years, Manal Omar continues her interfaith work and empowerment of women in Muslim communities. One focus - Muslim women and sexuality.

Susan B. Anthony List Marjorie Dannenfelser

S26 E2633 / 25m 45s

Marjorie Dannenfelser, President of the Susan B. Anthony List that works to elect anti-abortion candidates on how she went from pro-choice to pro-life, the Trump Administration's commitment to the cause and more.

Criminal Justice Reform for Women

S26 E2632 / 25m 45s

Susan Burton six terms in prison. This former inmate is now helping other women rebuild their lives after being incarcerated. Burton started "A New Way of Life," and is working towards criminal justice reform.

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