She and Her

We come to you one very last time to talk about ending this five-year-long creative endeavor! We reflect on what the podcast and radio show has meant for our friendship, relationship with our moms and friends, and development of our creative voices. Most importantly we say thank you to all the listeners who’ve come along on this journey. We love y'all. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Musician and Native American activist Charly Lowry joins us to close out our mini season. She shares why her quarantine has been literally life-changing: she got a kidney transplant she's been waiting for for years. We all reflect on how the slowness of lockdown has opened up new artistic and creative pursuits, and of course, we share what media we've been loving. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Comedian and founder of Eyes Up Here Comedy show Erin Terry joins us again to discuss her recent elopement and the challenges of finding comedy and producing virtual stand-up shows in the era of coronavirus. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Alison Raybould spent 37 days on a deserted island in 2018 while competing on "Survivor." Earlier this year, she was quarantined for 14 days in her house due to potential COVID-19 exposure. She reflects on how different life is for her now and what it's like to be a doctor during a pandemic. Plus, we all share the TV that is getting us through lockdown! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Artist, activist, and Durham, North Carolina mover and shaker Monet Noelle Marshall returns to share how her art practice is evolving during the COVID-19 pandemic; what cooking has offered her during this period of staying at home; why we ought to be wary of rise & grind culture in the era of pandemic. This miniseries checking in with some of our past guests is giving us LIFE right now, and we hope it brings you some warm feelings too! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The one and only Laura Lee (from our online dating episodes) returns to share how a life-size cardboard cutout of Taylor Swift is helping her pass the days in quarantine; what it's like moving back in to her childhood bedroom; and how the world of online dating is adapting to COVID-19. This miniseries checking in with some of our past guests is giving us LIFE right now, and we hope it brings you some warm feelings too. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Is sheltering in place slowly driving you mad? Us too. Which is exactly why we’re bringing back some of our favorite guests to discuss life in the time of the COVID-19 pandemic. We premiere this new mini-series with our friend Crosby who came on the show several years ago to reveal a family secret that changed her life. In an ironic twist of fate, the person at the center of that family secret is what brought her out of New York City a few weeks before it became the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic in the United States. Sit down, have a drink, and join us for some laughs and human connection. We need it now more than ever, and we know you do too! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We send you off for the holidays and close out our season with THE MOMS. Sheila and Rebecca share what they've been up to, reflect on recent episodes and ask us about the future of the show and our friendship. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Contraception. Abortion. Fertility. We ask your pressing questions about sex and reproduction to Dr. Dalia Brahmi, a family medicine physician and reproductive specialist. She also walks us through a day in the life of an abortion provider in the South. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kennedi Carter is a rising star. Her stunning photographs explore blackness, beauty and love, and they have catapulted her to Instagram fame. They've also landed her in Essence, Fader and Vogue Italia. The kicker? She's only 20 years old. In this episode we talk with Kennedi about the evolution of her relationship to photography, the power of visual storytelling, and what she's up to next. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Anita’s dad loves to talk about poop. He’s a gastroenterologist who proudly dons a poop-themed apron, drives a car with a poop-themed license plate, and even had poop designs on his birthday cake. He joins us in this episode to answer our burning questions about gut health, from why period poop is so weird, to why some people's farts smell worse than others. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Alexandra Zagbayou’s life changed forever the summer she started middle school. A beautiful childhood filled with stability and joy took a turn when her family had to flee the Ivory Coast because of growing civil unrest. They landed in North Carolina for what was supposed to be a few months. She’s lived here ever since.Twenty years later, Alexandra has made a life and a name for herself as an activist and organizer in Durham, North Carolina. We spoke with her about new beginnings, coming to terms with her past, and committing to a life of honorable work. Meet Alexandra. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Singer-songwriter Charly Lowry grew up in a swampy part of North Carolina best known as the home of the Lumbee Native American Tribe. Her roots in Robeson County have shaped her musical career, from a stint on American Idol more than a decade ago to her spiritually-infused solo work today. Sandra and Anita talk with Charly about her meditations on grief, art and living a full life. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What does it mean to grow up with social media? Sandra sits down with three teenagers for a conversation about how they use and feel about social media. Turns out she has more in common with them than she thought. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What are the kids talking about these days? But really. Anita sits down with our new intern Luci Jones for a conversation about wokeness in high school, being biracial and bisexual, and whether a gender neutral world is possible. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sandra and Anita catch up about their summer activities, reproductive justice and sex ed in North Carolina, and what it means to be a so-called objective journalist in this era. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Gender nonbinary teen Lachlan Watson joins us for our season closer to share their journey from small-town acting gigs to landing a major Hollywood role as Susie Putnam in "Chilling Adventures of Sabrina." They share what it’s like to be one of a handful of nonbinary actors and how they approach acting in a show about magic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Naomi Prioleau is a self-described "black, vegan nudist." Despite whatever eyebrows it may raise, for her nudism is about liberation, freedom from judgment, and a loving relationship with her body. She joins us to share why everyone should try living in a nudist colony at least once. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How is society failing mothers? Where do men and fathers fit into the picture? And why should we all be angry about it? Journalist Katherine Goldstein joins us to answer these questions and talk about her brand new podcast “The Double Shift,” which aims to challenge how society sees mothers and how mothers see themselves. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Some of the stereotypes about lesbian dating are true according to one of our listeners. Andrea, a 26-year-od from Maryland, was inspired by our latest episode to share her experiences as a woman seeking other women online. In a voice memo she talks about the lesbian equivalent of the fish pic, unwanted threesome overtures, and other lesbian trends on Tinder. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We laugh our way through a conversation about the woes and joys of dating online with an experienced swiper and return guest. Laura fills us in on her best stories and top tips, from how to dress for a first date to how meeting people IRL changed her pursuit of romance. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Alison Raybould competed in “Survivor” to test her grit. She made it through 37 days of competition and joins us to answer all our burning questions, including what living on a deserted island taught her about her resolve, her body, and how women are represented on the TV show. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Last week we delivered Sandra to a newly minted decade. Our twenties are now behind us both and there are things we are dead set on leaving back there with them. What does it mean to transition to a new decade and what changes are we passionate about making to mark the occasion? Have we truly faced, integrated and moved beyond the emotional churn, turmoil and personal doubts of our twenties? Are we our own worst enemies? These are the things we discuss in the latest episode of the show. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The moms return for our final episode of 2018. We talk about the lessons we learned, the joy we discovered, and what our hopes are for 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Performance artist Monét Noelle Marshall isn't afraid to make you uncomfortable. She’s known for dynamic — and sometimes shocking — projects that examine race, gender and sexuality. Monet joins us to talk about being a black culture maker in the South and to preview the final installment of her three-part trilogy "Buy It Call It," which opens in Durham this week. She & Her is a podcast and radio show written, produced and hosted by Sandra Davidson and Anita Rao. Original music by Cameron Laws and Sam Gerweck. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Introducing Heather Cook, a Durham-based creative. She talks about staying sane as a freelancer and mama, her philosophy on community activism, the importance of boundaries, and a forthcoming church that will bring together the arts and spirituality under one roof.She & Her is a podcast and radio show written, produced and hosted by Sandra Davidson and Anita Rao. Original music by Cameron Laws and Sam Gerweck. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live without body-image issues? Us too. Our friend Laura Pellicer is the only woman we know who doesn’t have body anxiety. In this episode she shares her delightful - and instructive - philosophy and tips for loving and accepting your own body in its many different shapes and sizes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Another thing bringing us joy this season? Sharp young feminists who give us hope for the future. Sandra and Anita introduce you to Eden, a 17-year-old who you'll wanna meet.She & Her is a podcast and radio show written, produced and hosted by Sandra Davidson and Anita Rao. Original music by Cameron Laws and Sam Gerweck. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're back and boy do we have a lot to talk about. From Kavanaugh to kombucha, we process current events, social media screen time, and the things in life that are bringing us joy. She & Her is a podcast and radio show written, produced and hosted by Sandra Davidson and Anita Rao. Original music by Cameron Laws and Sam Gerweck. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

People don’t often think of the South as a center of the environmental justice movement, but across our region, many activists are engaged in building a clean energy future. In a special preview of "The Land I Trust," a podcast series by the Sierra Club, meet some the southern women leading the charge. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wendy Lu was born with vocal cord paralysis, and for the first 22 years of her life she always had a caretaker around. In 2015, she moved to New York City alone to pursue her dream of becoming a big-time journalist. Meet Wendy Lu._She and Her is a podcast and radio show produced and hosted by Sandra Davidson and Anita Rao in the studios of 104.7 WHUP Hillsborough, NC. Original music by Cameron Laws and Sam Gerweck. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Online dating ain’t for the faint of heart. Three women share their perspective on digital dating in our brand new episode. Swipe right on this one._She and Her is a podcast and radio show produced and hosted by Sandra Davidson and Anita Rao in the studios of 104.7 WHUP Hillsborough, NC. Original music by Cameron Laws and Sam Gerweck. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We raised your heart rate, and now we're going to lower it. Holistic health practitioner Carlee Lindell shares her tricks for managing anxiety. The key? Mindfulness. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sick and tired of panic, worry, and rumination? This one’s for you. We discuss our own anxiety with therapist Lillian Reuman and then hear from Sandra’s sister Liz, who reflects on a lifetime of dealing with anxiety. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Guilt can impact how you see yourself, how you interact with the world, and what you believe you deserve. We hear from two women, including Anita's sister, who are working through dramatically different types of guilt. ***She & Her is an independent podcast and radio show hosted and produced by Sandra Davidson & Anita Rao. Episodes are recorded on in 104.7 WHUP FM, an independent radio station in Hillsborough, NC. Follow @sheandherradio on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. For a full catalog of shows, visit sheandherradio.com. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Most Mormon mothers stay at home to raise their children. Our guest, Emily Leslie, always planned to choose that path. But when Emily got pregnant the day before she was supposed to start a PhD program, two different visions for her life collided. She joined us to talk about reconciling faith and work while raising three kids. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our friends are starting to have kids, and we’re still struggling to take care of our dogs. How do they make it work? We hear from Auriell, who first became a mother at 17 and now has five children, and Caroline, a first time mom with an infant. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“I realized I didn’t want to be married to a cisgender man, honestly.” In the second part of our divorce series, we talk with Morgen Sedlacek. She married her college sweetheart, but in less than a year things fell apart. She talks about how marriage helped her untangle big questions about her sexuality and identity.***She & Her is an independent podcast and radio show hosted and produced by Sandra Davidson & Anita Rao. Episodes are recorded on in 104.7 WHUP FM, an independent radio station in Hillsborough, NC. Follow @sheandherradio on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. For a full catalog of shows, visit sheandherradio.com. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“I didn’t want to be the person who called off the wedding.” In a juicy conversation for our two-part season premiere, 33-year-old Erin Terry opens up about her two divorces. She talks sex, religion, and how these experiences shaped her career in comedy.***She & Her is an independent podcast and radio show hosted and produced by Sandra Davidson & Anita Rao. Episodes are recorded on in 104.7 WHUP FM, an independent radio station in Hillsborough, NC. Follow @sheandherradio on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. For a full catalog of shows, visit sheandherradio.com. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

She & Her is back for a brand new season on Tuesday November 14th. Hosts and best friends Sandra Davidson and Anita Rao talk with millennial women about divorce, anxiety, motherhood, online dating and more. Subscribe to hear the latest episodes and follow along @sheandherradio on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jackie Bushore served in the military for four years. She joined Sandra and Anita in the fall of 2016 to talk about being in the military during the charged election cycle. In January, she reached back out to them because she had a story that she wanted to tell. Note: this episode does include descriptions of violence against women. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Anna Keneda is a self-described “dog lady.” She takes us inside the world of dog shows and unpacks why the bond between humans and their animals is so strong. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A priest, the Miss Mississippi pageant, and an illegal adoption: Caroline Asher shares the epic story of how she found her mother's biological family. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The beloved, Grammy nominated singer and writer Tift Merritt steps away from a jam-packed season of touring to take us behind her music. She discusses motherhood, creativity, feminism and the inspiration for her song "My Boat." Tift's new album, "Stitch of The World" is available wherever you stream or purchase music. Stay in touch with her at www.tiftmerritt.com and on Twitter and Instagram @tiftmerritt. Don't miss her essays about life and motherhood from the road via the Oxford American's new series The By and By. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cris moved to Siler City, North Carolina from Guatemala when she was 6. Today, she is one of millions of DREAMers. She joined us to reflect on her relationship to North Carolina, and how her feelings about the United States have changed since the election. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rhonda Coleman is taking waxing to the next level. Her business, Moss Beauty Studio, is a waxing salon, sex toy shop and sexual resource library. She talks with Sandra and Anita about body hair and why she she aims to make women’s beauty and pleasure synonymous. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The first step to getting your money right is figuring out your money personality. We’re back again with financial planner Pamela Capalad. Find out if you are a Money Monk, an Avoider, a Worrier or an Amasser. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tax day is here, and we’re trying to get our money RIGHT! Pam Capalad, a financial planner and founder of Brunch and Budget, joins us to answer our many, many questions about money. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Harassment is a part of everyday life for women. This week we're examining this from three different perspectives. Meghan Modafferi shares an experimental audio short, MTV editor Julianne Ross tells her story of online harassment, and writer Jamila Reddy breaks down the "catcall." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Last year Sandra and Anita talked self-image, strength and southern feminism with body positivity advocate and yoga teacher Jessamyn Stanley. We revisit that conversation as Jessamyn gets ready to release her first book "Every Body Yoga." Stay tuned next Monday for a brand new episode! ____ About the show:She & Her is a southern feminist podcast and radio show hosted by two best friends, Sandra Davidson and Anita Rao. Learn more by visiting sheandherradio.com and by following us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @sheandherradio. Find all our episodes on iTunes and Stitcher. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s that time of the month. Yes, at long last, we present a show all about periods. We discuss our own period stories and the cultural stigma of menstruation with microbiologists Katy Brown and Sarah Rhodes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.