Exploring Women in Politics

Episode description: In this episode of Exploring Women in Politics, host Lena interviews Braxton Simpson, the North Carolina State Director at Rise Free. Braxton shares her journey from a young college student facing racial injustice to a leading political organizer. She discusses her impactful work managing organizers across ten North Carolina campuses, her inspiring interactions with prominent...

Episode description: In this episode Lena interviews Jordan Zaslow, the founder of Her Bold Move. Jordan discusses her transition from the entertainment and advertising industries into politics during the COVID-19 pandemic, with a focus on supporting pro-choice women running for Congress. The conversation delves into Her Bold Move's operations, including a new program targeting Republican primarie...

Episode description: In this compelling episode of Exploring Women in Politics, Lena engages in a profound conversation with Lucy Lang, the Inspector General of New York. They explore Lang's inspiring journey from public service to a political career, her impactful work at the Manhattan District Attorney's Office, and her current role as Inspector General. Key discussions include the importance of...

Julie Shiroshi, is a significant figure in political advocacy and the executive director of Eleanor's Legacy. Julie recounts her transition from a career in publishing to active political involvement post-2016 election, touching on her roles from managing local campaigns to running for state senate. The conversation emphasizes the importance of AAPI representation and the strides being made throug...

In this episode of 'Exploring Women in Politics,' host Lena Yan interviews New York State Senator Liz Krueger, who shares her journey as a pioneering political figure. The episode covers Senator Krueger's efforts to drive change in a Republican-majority Senate, including the formation of the bipartisan New York State Pro-Choice Legislative Caucus. The discussion highlights her strategies to advanc...

In this episode of Exploring Women in Politics, host Lena Yan sits down with New York State Senator Liz Krueger to delve into her extraordinary transition from nonprofit advocacy to a successful political career. Krueger opens up about being unexpectedly drafted to run for office, the obstacles she faced, and the steep learning curve she navigated along the way. She provides invaluable advice for...

In the debut episode of 'Exploring Women in Politics,' host Lena Yan speaks with notable figures in American politics, who share their journeys and the challenges they faced while encouraging more women to run for office. The conversations address fears women encounter when taking on leadership roles and stresses the importance of female representation across all sectors. Key topics include the ne...