Mirrored Voices

Our 40th episode is a follow-up to our discussion on gender and religion. This time we are focusing on LGBTQ+ identities in religion. Hope discusses Judaism and homosexuality, Nils shares briefly about the pope and the Catholic church, and Hannah talks about the importance of affirming communities.

Our 40th episode is a follow-up to our discussion on gender and religion. This time we are focusing on LGBTQ+ identities in religion. Hope discusses Judaism and homosexuality, Nils shares briefly about the pope and the Catholic church, and Hannah talks about the importance of affirming communities.

Our 39th episode covers just a small part of violence against women in honor of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women coming up on November 25. Hannah, Dario, and Nils talk about some of the dangerous situations for women in countries like Colombia, the United States, China, and throughout parts of Europe. Hannah also discusses Female Genital Mutilation and some of the ways activists are fighting to end the practice. We close talking about ways that CEPALC here in Colombia is working to end violence against women.

Our 39th episode covers just a small part of violence against women in honor of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women coming up on November 25. Hannah, Dario, and Nils talk about some of the dangerous situations for women in countries like Colombia, the United States, China, and throughout parts of Europe. Hannah also discusses Female Genital Mutilation and some of the ways activists are fighting to end the practice. We close talking about ways that CEPALC here in Colombia is working to end violence against women.

Our 38th episode of Mirrored Voices takes on the lasting effects of Colonialism. Hannah and Dario talk about some of the justifications and reasoning people historically used to colonize such as commerce, religion, and "White Man's Burden" and the lasting effects they had. Hope discusses the mistreatment of women and native bodies and Nils talks about Neo-colonialism and gender.

Our 38th episode of Mirrored Voices takes on the lasting effects of Colonialism. Hannah and Dario talk about some of the justifications and reasoning people historically used to colonize such as commerce, religion, and "White Man's Burden" and the lasting effects they had. Hope discusses the mistreatment of women and native bodies and Nils talks about Neo-colonialism and gender.

Our 37th episode of Mirrored Voices is all about Halloween. Where did the holiday come from? Where did the idea of witches originate? We also talk about some of the ways Halloween traditions and costumes participate in cultural appropriation and the stigma surrounding mental illness.

Our 37th episode of Mirrored Voices is all about Halloween. Where did the holiday come from? Where did the idea of witches originate? We also talk about some of the ways Halloween traditions and costumes participate in cultural appropriation and the stigma surrounding mental illness.

Our 36th episode of Mirrored Voices talks about Gender and Mexican Culture. Ixta offers insight from her experiences in Mexico and we discuss some of the violence and femicides as well as the movements towards justice and equality.

Our 36th episode of Mirrored Voices talks about Gender and Mexican Culture. Ixta offers insight from her experiences in Mexico and we discuss some of the violence and femicides as well as the movements towards justice and equality.

Our 35th episode of Mirrored Voices is about the #MeToo movement sweeping across social media. The original movement, which started 10 years ago, is gaining popularity again as a way for women (and men) to talk about their experiences with sexual harassment and assault. Dario talks about similar movements around the world that are also talking about sexual harassment including one in France called #BalanceTonPorc which may bring about more legal protection for women. Nils also addresses the issue of sexual harassment against LGBTQ people.

Our 35th episode of Mirrored Voices is about the #MeToo movement sweeping across social media. The original movement, which started 10 years ago, is gaining popularity again as a way for women (and men) to talk about their experiences with sexual harassment and assault. Dario talks about similar movements around the world that are also talking about sexual harassment including one in France called #BalanceTonPorc which may bring about more legal protection for women. Nils also addresses the issue of sexual harassment against LGBTQ people.

In light of the mass shooting in Las Vegas, our 34th episode of Mirrored Voices looks at guns. Hannah talks about some of the gun laws currently in the US and we discuss some of the common arguments on both sides of the discussion. Hope talks about the power of the NRA and Nils discusses some of the ways armed community groups use guns. Hannah also addresses some of the issues with media portrayal of shooters and why the language surrounding these attackers is important.

In light of the mass shooting in Las Vegas, our 34th episode of Mirrored Voices looks at guns. Hannah talks about some of the gun laws currently in the US and we discuss some of the common arguments on both sides of the discussion. Hope talks about the power of the NRA and Nils discusses some of the ways armed community groups use guns. Hannah also addresses some of the issues with media portrayal of shooters and why the language surrounding these attackers is important.

Our 33rd episode of Mirrored Voices is about refugees. Hannah offers some defining differences between Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons. Hope goes over the process of becoming a refugee and Nils and Dario talk about some of the refugee crises throughout history leading up to today.

Our 33rd episode of Mirrored Voices is about refugees. Hannah offers some defining differences between Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons. Hope goes over the process of becoming a refugee and Nils and Dario talk about some of the refugee crises throughout history leading up to today.

Our 32nd episode of Mirrored Voices talks about the concepts of gender in various religions. Hannah talks about the gender beliefs around Father/Mother God. Nils shares information about feminist movements through Islam and Hope discusses various genders identified in Judaism.

Our 32nd episode of Mirrored Voices talks about the concepts of gender in various religions. Hannah talks about the gender beliefs around Father/Mother God. Nils shares information about feminist movements through Islam and Hope discusses various genders identified in Judaism.

Our 31st episode of Mirrored Voices discusses solo travel and the different experiences of men and women who travel alone. We talk about some of the dangers of solo travel but also the resources available. Mike Pacheco and Bailey Martin, friends of Mirrored Voices, also offer personal experiences living abroad.

Our 31st episode of Mirrored Voices discusses solo travel and the different experiences of men and women who travel alone. We talk about some of the dangers of solo travel but also the resources available. Mike Pacheco and Bailey Martin, friends of Mirrored Voices, also offer personal experiences living abroad.

Our 30th episode talks about Gender in the Music Industry. In the second part Joshua, our volunteer from Germany talks about his experiences in Colombia in the last two months because he will leave soon.

Our 30th episode talks about Gender in the Music Industry. In the second part Joshua, our volunteer from Germany talks about his experiences in Colombia in the last two months because he will leave soon.

Our 29th episode talks about the Alt-Right in the United States. After what happened in Charlottesville it is important to discuss about these groups, who they are, for what they stand, and their connections to President Trump. To add a global perspective we also talked about the Identitarian Movement in Europe.We are also very happy to had Justin as our special guest in the radio station, who shared his thoughts and experiences as a black U.S. citizen with us - thank you for that.

Our 29th episode talks about the Alt-Right in the United States. After what happened in Charlottesville it is important to discuss about these groups, who they are, for what they stand, and their connections to President Trump. To add a global perspective we also talked about the Identitarian Movement in Europe.We are also very happy to had Justin as our special guest in the radio station, who shared his thoughts and experiences as a black U.S. citizen with us - thank you for that.

Our 28th episode talks about gender in athletics: gender-segregated sports, gender tests, the economics of gendered sports, and media coverage of male and female sports. In light of the events in Charlottesville this past weekend, we also discuss white nationalism and the alt-right. We will expand further on this topic in our next episode.

Our 28th episode talks about gender in athletics: gender-segregated sports, gender tests, the economics of gendered sports, and media coverage of male and female sports. In light of the events in Charlottesville this past weekend, we also discuss white nationalism and the alt-right. We will expand further on this topic in our next episode.

Our 27th episode talks about recent events around the world with a focus on transphobia. We explore Trump's recent ban on transgendered people in the military, homophobic buses that have been popping up in various countries, bathroom bills, and Brexit. A big thanks to our special guest, Laura Ramos Jaimes!

Our 27th episode talks about recent events around the world with a focus on transphobia. We explore Trump's recent ban on transgendered people in the military, homophobic buses that have been popping up in various countries, bathroom bills, and Brexit. A big thanks to our special guest, Laura Ramos Jaimes!

Our 26th episode talks about coming of age rituals around the world. We explore various religious, cultural, and community practices, from ancient to modern times.

Our 26th episode talks about coming of age rituals around the world. We explore various religious, cultural, and community practices, from ancient to modern times.

Our 25th episode talks about prostitution - the history and development of the profession, its legality, and the current situation of sex workers around the world today.

Our 25th episode talks about prostitution - the history and development of the profession, its legality, and the current situation of sex workers around the world today.

Our 24th episode continues to talk about the Colombian Conflict. In this episode, we focus on the recent peace process and negotiations with the guerrilla group FARC, including the history of the agreement, the plebiscite in 2016, and the current status of the peace process.

Our 24th episode continues to talk about the Colombian Conflict. In this episode, we focus on the recent peace process and negotiations with the guerrilla group FARC, including the history of the agreement, the plebiscite in 2016, and the current status of the peace process.

Our 23rd episode talks about the history of the Colombian Conflict. We look into the start of the conflict, the two most powerful drug cartels, guerilla groups, paramilitary groups, the actions of the Colombian armed forces, and some of the dramatic effects of the conflict. In episode 23, we will continue with this topic.

Our 23rd episode talks about the history of the Colombian Conflict. We look into the start of the conflict, the two most powerful drug cartels, guerilla groups, paramilitary groups, the actions of the Colombian armed forces, and some of the dramatic effects of the conflict. In episode 23, we will continue with this topic.

Our 22nd episode talks about matriarchal societies around the world and throughout history. The majority of modern societies are based on a patriarchal system - we look into why this is, and explore what matriarchal societies really look like.

Our 22nd episode talks about matriarchal societies around the world and throughout history. The majority of modern societies are based on a patriarchal system - we look into why this is, and explore what matriarchal societies really look like.

Our 21st episode talks about Mother's and Father's Days: their histories, how they are celebrated around the world, and how they relate to traditional gender stereotypes. We also send a special thank you to our mothers and fathers.

Our 21st episode talks about Mother's and Father's Days: their histories, how they are celebrated around the world, and how they relate to traditional gender stereotypes. We also send a special thank you to our mothers and fathers.

Our 20th episode talks about Mexican immigration to the US. We talk about the history of Mexico/US relations, the proper terminology to use when speaking about immigrants, undocumented immigration, the current state of immigration, and programs designed to help undocumented immigrants.

Our 20th episode talks about Mexican immigration to the US. We talk about the history of Mexico/US relations, the proper terminology to use when speaking about immigrants, undocumented immigration, the current state of immigration, and programs designed to help undocumented immigrants.

Our 19th episode talks about gender in times of war. We discuss ancient roles of women during war times, women taking over men’s roles during war, female military training, women’s role in the conflict here in Colombia, and gender’s role in activism and anti-war movements. For more information about the sources we used, please check out our Facebook page, Mirrored Voices.

Our 19th episode talks about gender in times of war. We discuss ancient roles of women during war times, women taking over men’s roles during war, female military training, women’s role in the conflict here in Colombia, and gender’s role in activism and anti-war movements. For more information about the sources we used, please check out our Facebook page, Mirrored Voices.

Our 18th episode talks about gender within the consumption of alcohol and drugs. We look at the history of intoxicating substances, world-wide statistics, stereotypes and whether they have a biological foundation, substance abuse, and treatment practices. For more information about the sources we used, please check out our Facebook page, Mirrored Voices.

Our 18th episode talks about gender within the consumption of alcohol and drugs. We look at the history of intoxicating substances, world-wide statistics, stereotypes and whether they have a biological foundation, substance abuse, and treatment practices. For more information about the sources we used, please check out our Facebook page, Mirrored Voices.

Our 17th episode talks about gender in the porn industry. We look at opinions about porn, expectations we get from porn, porn consumption, and a glimpse in the life of a porn star. For more information about the sources we used, please check out our Facebook page, Mirrored Voices.

Our 16th episode talks about male homelessness in various countries around the world. For more information about the sources we used, please check out our Facebook page, Mirrored Voices.

Our 17th episode talks about gender in the porn industry. We look at opinions about porn, expectations we get from porn, porn consumption, and a glimpse in the life of a porn star. For more information about the sources we used, please check out our Facebook page, Mirrored Voices.

Our 16th episode talks about male homelessness in various countries around the world. For more information about the sources we used, please check out our Facebook page, Mirrored Voices.

Our 15th episode talks about gender in literature: obstacles that female authors face, books written for just a female audience, gender in children’s books, and female authors that are going beyond male expectations. For more information about the sources we used, please check out our Facebook page, Mirrored Voices.