Boxes Podcast

Mistreatment of Women in Medicine Part 2 — with Pam Waugh In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Heather Evans continues exploring the mistreatment of women in medicine—this time with a very personal perspective. Heather sits down with her mother, Pam Waugh, to talk about her journey of being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Together, they open up about the challenges Pam faced in getting doct...

In this episode of The Boxes Podcast , Heather Evans takes us inside one of the deepest, most damaging systems we live under: the mistreatment and dismissal of women in medicine. From the medieval roots of “hysteria” to the exclusion of women in research until 1993, we uncover how medical science has too often been built on patriarchal assumptions rather than truth. We look at endometriosis as a p...

In this episode of the Boxes Podcast , I break down my song Out of My Head —a song born from the feeling of sitting in the backseat of my own life instead of holding the wheel. I talk about how the patriarchy tries to shove us into square molds that were never made for us—and how I’ve realized I’m not square at all…I’m star-shaped . 🌟 Together, we’ll explore what it means to reclaim our agency, q...

What happens to the mind, body, and soul of a woman who’s always being watched, judged, controlled, or erased? In this raw and unflinching episode, Heather Evans unpacks the hidden mental health costs of living under patriarchal systems—through the lens of her song S.O.S. From religious silencing to the invisible labor at home, from media’s impossible beauty standards to workplace double binds, an...

🚨 Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual violence. In this powerful and emotionally charged episode of the Boxes Podcast , we confront a difficult but necessary topic— sexual violence against women —and explore how rage , when acknowledged and channeled, can become a force for healing, advocacy, and change . Host Heather Evans opens with sobering statistics and a vulnerable c...

Mini Episode – Poetry Break: Unladylike In this mini Poetry Break, we explore the raw power of rage in a culture that demands women stay quiet and composed. " Unladylike " is a visceral spoken word piece about the pressure to suppress anger in the name of femininity—and the liberation that comes when we let it rise. What if rage isn’t something to fear, but something to use ? Tune in for...

In this episode, we’re unboxing Invisible Strings —and investigating the unseen forces that quietly shape our choices, silence our voices, and keep us in boxes we never asked for. We’ll journey from the rigid 1950s housewife trope to the current far-right rhetoric creeping into our modern world, exploring how control over women has been systemically woven into everything—from education and economi...

In this mini episode, I share Skyscraper — a poem about shedding smallness and daring to take up space. It’s an ode to speaking up, standing tall, and owning your voice without apology. If you’ve ever felt the urge to shrink yourself to fit in, this one's for you. Let’s rise together!! Unboxing: Invisible Strings coming May 9th!

In this raw and deeply personal episode, Heather unpacks the story behind her song Boxes —a journey from silence to strength. She shares the experiences that left her feeling disempowered and unheard, and how she reclaimed her voice through music. With vulnerability and honesty, Heather explores the moments that shaped her, the emotions that fueled her lyrics, and the transformation that followed....

In this special episode, Heather shares a powerful piece of poetry inspired by her conference room table experience from Episode 1. She reflects on the challenge of standing up for what’s right, even when minds refuse to change. With honesty and heart, she explores the courage it takes to speak up, knowing the outcome may stay the same. We hope this episode encourages you to embrace bravery, even...

In this premiere episode of the Boxes Podcast, Heather Evans dives into the first song from her BOXES Album, "Caught in the System." This track serves as an origin story, unraveling the thought process that inspired her to confront the patriarchy and the harmful systems that shape our lives. Heather shares the journey that led her to write this song and how it set the foundation for the rest of th...

The first full Boxes Episode drops Saturday, March 8th! Join Heather Evans as she takes you on an intimate journey through her BOXES Album, unpacking the stories and emotions behind each song. With raw honesty and a passion for change, Heather also delves into the broader themes of the album, exploring how we can dismantle harmful systems like the patriarchy and find freedom in living authenticall...