United SHE Stands

In episode 24 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we debut our first episode of our new series called IRL RN (in real life right now)! These are going to be quick episodes on a current event that are released outside of our normal scheduled episodes on Tuesdays. We are going to start releasing these sporadically as there is an event worth talking about and when we have the time to record, edit, and...

In episode 23 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we walk through the three main questions countries have to consider when coming up with a strategy on foreign policy. We also walk through some real-life case studies to see what we would do if we were in these policy makers' shoes. Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram Resources What You Should Know About Politics… But Don’t: A Nonpar...

In episode 22 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we walk through the basics of foreign policy, why it's important, and how it can impact you. Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram Resources What You Should Know About Politics… But Don’t: A Nonpartisan Guide to the Issues That Matter by Jessamyn Conrad | World101 (cfr.org) American Government, The Outputs of Government, Foreign Policy...

In episode 21 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we walk through a high-level overview of different democracy reform items and discuss how they could improve our broken system. Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram Resources Democracy Reform | The Democracy Group Let's Bring Ranked Choice Voting To America | Rank The Vote If you purchase from any links to resources or products, the s...

In episode 20 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we sit down with Fatima Habbiyyieh to talk about her life and experiences as an American Muslim Woman. Fatima Habbiyyieh is a 28 year old data analyst working in higher education and resides in Akron, Ohio. She’s a fellow woman in tech and loves it! She loves walking and doing yoga, and watching the game show network with her mom and sister. As an Am...

In episode 19 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we wrap up our 3-part series on political parties by diving into the issues we face today with our two-party system. We discuss how we got here, how the system holds us back, and we begin the conversation on possible solutions. Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram Resources Two-party system | Features, Advantages, & Problems Can we hav...

In episode 18 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we're bringing you a special episode to celebrate International Women's Day!  International Women's Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. On this day, we wanted to hear from our community and have them be part of our episode so you could hear about what International Women&a...

In episode 17 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we continue our conversation about political parties and their history in the United States, focusing on the 20th and 21st centuries. Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram References Washington’s Nightmare: A Brief History of American Political Parties by B. Scott Christmas Political Ideologies And Political Parties in America by Hans Noel...

In episode 16 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we jump into an overview of the difference between political parties and ideologies as well as cover the history of political parties in the United States starting from the creation of our nation up until the end of the 1800s. Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram References Washington’s Nightmare: A Brief History of American Political Part...

In episode 15 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we take a break from our normal political content to go behind the scenes.  Join us as we crack some beers and answer questions from our listeners.  Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram If you purchase from any links to resources or products, the show may make a small commission. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with...

In episode 14 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we provide an overview of the structure and powers of the Judicial Branch at the federal level. This completes our trilogy outlining the three branches of federal government. Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram References A User’s Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Nick Capodice and Hannah McCarthy 8 Landmark Supreme Court Cases Tha...

In episode 13 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we provide an overview of the structure and powers of the Executive Branch at the federal level. Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram References A User’s Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Nick Capodice and Hannah McCarthy Civics 101 Podcast, Who gets to run for president? The Executive Branch | The White House If you purchase from a...

In episode 12 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we are excited for you to hear from our first guest of the New Year, Megan Wolfe. Megan Wolfe, BA, MS, is a certified mindfulness and meditation practitioner. Megan has taken 12 years of special education experience, a degree in psychology, and social emotional learning training, to create a thriving mindfulness business. Since launching Our Mindful...

It's 2023 and we're back! In episode 11 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we breakdown the meaning of federalism and the evolution of it within our country. Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram References A User’s Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Nick Capodice and Hannah McCarthy Civics 101 Podcast, Starter Kit: Federalism Oxford Languages (languages.oup.com) Federalis...

In episode 10 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we crack some beers and reflect on everything we’ve done in 2022 as well as talk briefly about what we have planned for 2023. We'll be back in your ears with a brand new episode on Tuesday, January 17th, 2023. Happy Holidays! Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram Untappd App Handles: @ashley_kindsvatter & @sarapetrie If you purchas...

In episode 9 of the United SHE Stands podcast we are excited for you to hear from our guest, Andrew Gradisher.  Andrew is from and currently resides in Northeast Ohio.  He works in IT as a Solutions Architect.  For fun, he likes to juggle, travel, play board games, and really enjoys being a cat parent.  On top of all of this, he is currently training to become a certified mindfulness teacher. In t...

In episode 8 of the United SHE Stands podcast we talk about how to stay involved and hold your elected officials accountable by using your voice after elections are over. Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram References https://issuevoter.org/   https://justfacts.votesmart.org/   https://popvox.com/ https://www.opensecrets.org/   https://www.ohiosenate.gov/   A User's Guide to Democ...

In episode 7 of the United SHE Stands podcast we are excited for you to hear from our guest, Megan Hartwick.  Megan lives in Wisconsin with her partner, Sam, their two boys and Boston terrier. She served as the executive director for United Way of Jefferson County for 8 1/2 years and just recently left that job to start her own business, MK Hartwick Consulting. She offers copywriting, marketing su...

In episode 6 of the United SHE Stands podcast we dive deeper into our legislative branch to walk through the process on how bills become laws. Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram References congress.gov house.gov A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works - Kindle or Paperback After You Vote: A Woman's Guide to Making an Impact, from Town Hall to Capitol Hill by Courtney...

In episode 5 of the United SHE Stands podcast we dive into an overview of the Legislative branch at the Federal, State and Local levels. Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram References U.S. Senate: Powers and Procedures The House Explained A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works - Kindle or Paperback After You Vote: A Woman's Guide to Making an Impact, from Town Hall to...

In episode 4 of the United SHE Stands podcast we have our first guest, Jessica Connell Esq.  Jessica is a prosecutor for the city of Akron, Ohio.  She has her undergraduate degree in criminal justice and legal studies from Lake Erie College and her law degree from the University of Akron’s School of Law.  She spent four years as a public defender before becoming a prosecutor in 2020.  In this epis...

In episode 3 of the United SHE Stands podcast we talk about why the topic of Civil Rights is so hard, and we give three tips to navigating your relationships and conversations when Civil Rights are on the line. Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram If you purchase from any links to resources or products, the show may make a small commission. This is a public episode. If you'd like to dis...

In episode 2 of the United SHE Stands podcast we dive into the gender gap in American politics. Let's connect: United SHE Stands Instagram References Represent Women Women's U.S. History: A Timeline 19th Amendment Voter Suppression More Information for the Fight on Women's Suffrage National Organization for Women After You Vote: A Woman's Guide to Making an Impact, from Town Ha...

We're so glad, excited, and blown away (we could keep going if you haven't got the picture yet) that you are here! We're here as two average, midwestern women to build a community where we can bring kindness and women into politics. In episode 1 of the United SHE Stands podcast, we dive into who we are, what we hope to do with this podcast, and why we are doing it! Ready?  We are! L...

When it comes to the American political landscape, have you felt like your voice isn’t represented? Have you been upset about what’s happening around you but don’t know how to get involved?  Have you disengaged because you’ve felt defeated or helpless?  If you’ve answered yes to any of those questions, then you’re in the right place.   For years we’ve felt this way too.  There were times we’ve wan...