(f)embolden
42 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago -(f)embolden is hosted by two high school girls promoting social activism and feminism in their community and around the globe. Co-hosted each week by Aria Sline and Katelyn Nottke.
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Episodes
where we’ve been: applying to college, advice, & updates
April 19, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBAria & Katie return to celebrate the anniversary of (f)embolden with advice.
getting back to the basics: white feminism, intersectionality, and more
March 15, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBAria & Katie take a trip down memory lane and have a nostalgic, conversational episode about all things feminism.
women's history month: galicia gordon
March 01, 2021 18:13 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBTo kick off our Women's History Month series, Aria interviewed Canadian high school senior Galicia Gordon from Leading Learners.
interview with healthforher
February 23, 2021 04:41 - 14 minutes - 13.9 MBAria & Katie chat with teen activists Anaiya & Sanya from HealthForHER.
we did it, joe.
January 25, 2021 14:11 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBAria & Katelyn discuss what they hope to see with the Biden Administration.
play-by-play: the insurrection
January 11, 2021 05:28 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBAria & Katie discuss the events of January 6th, 2021.
we're ready for you, 2021
January 05, 2021 01:40 - 12 minutes - 12 MBAria & Katelyn rant about the importance of entering 2021 with a positive mindset.
coronavirus: stay home
December 28, 2020 06:00 - 9 minutes - 8.5 MBAria & Katelyn discuss the intersectionality of COVID-19 and police brutality.
interview with shalmali
December 07, 2020 10:21 - 20 minutes - 19 MBAria & Katelyn interview the inspiring indian young activist, Shalmali
teens in quarantine update: seeing the light at the end of the tunnel
November 30, 2020 05:25 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBAria & Katie discuss the importance of staying positive as we enter another quarantine.
interview with purva bommireddy
November 23, 2020 06:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBAria & Katie interview teen activist Purva Bommireddy of New Jersey.
herstory: michelle obama
November 16, 2020 06:00 - 4 minutes - 3.83 MBKatie spotlights former First Lady Michelle Obama in the herstory miniseries.
play by play: 2020 presidential election
November 09, 2020 15:26 - 5 minutes - 5.08 MBAria & Katelyn analyze the 2020 Presidential election.
exciting announcement: come join our team
October 26, 2020 05:10 - 1 minute - 1.01 MBWe are looking for 10 strong high school leaders of any grade level, gender identity, or background to join the (f)embolden team by providing free mentoring twice a month to children in the Homewood-Flossmoor community. *Note: you do not have to attend Homewood-Flossmoor High School to be a mentor, as all mentors sessions will be held online due to COVID-19. Use this opportunity to connect with youth outside of your community!
teen activists: interview with riya goel
October 19, 2020 15:31 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MBkatelyn and aria interview riya goel, another teen activist..and discuss topics of activism and college
play by play: 2020 vice presidential debate
October 12, 2020 20:33 - 7 minutes - 6.63 MBIn this pilot of a new (f)embolden series, play by play, Aria & Katelyn analyze the misogyny in the 2020 vice presidential debate.
teens in quarantine update: living through a pandemic is traumatic
October 05, 2020 05:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBAria & Katie discuss rising anxiety as we continue the virtual learning school year.
herstory: ruth bader ginsburg
September 21, 2020 05:00 - 7 minutes - 7.18 MBAria gives a herstory spotlight on the influential Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who passed on September 18th, 2020.
suicide is not an option
September 14, 2020 05:31 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBAria & Katelyn discuss suicide prevention in light of September being Suicide Prevention Month.
black men, it’s okay to grieve.
August 31, 2020 05:00 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBAria & Katie show their support for Black men.
teens in quarantine update: e-learning
August 24, 2020 05:00 - 9 minutes - 9.22 MBAria talks about her experience with e-learning thus far.
human trafficking
August 10, 2020 20:09 - 9 minutes - 9.11 MBAria and Katie raise awareness on human trafficking and its effects on society. They also discuss how to stay safe and to be mindful.
herstory: sandra bland
July 27, 2020 20:18 - 3 minutes - 2.96 MBIn our season two miniseries: herstory: a (f)embolden spotlight, we decided to spotlight Sandra Bland, a Black woman who was arrested for failing to signal a lane change, and was found dead 3 days after her arrest
let’s talk colorism
July 20, 2020 05:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBAria & Katelyn discus what colorism is, their experiences with it, and how to actively fight colorism both internally and societally.
herstory: breonna taylor
July 13, 2020 05:00 - 4 minutes - 4.03 MBIn our season two miniseries: herstory: a (f)embolden spotlight, we decided to spotlight Breonna Taylor, a Black woman who was wrongfully murdered in her sleep by LMPD officers.
college, covid, racism, & anxiety
July 06, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBAria & Katie have a chit-chat about how it is to be a teen in this day & age.
herstory: oluwatoyin salau
June 29, 2020 05:00 - 4 minutes - 4.27 MBIn our new season two miniseries: herstory: a (f)embolden spotlight, we decided to spotlight black lives matter activist Oluwatoyin Salau. Katie calls attention to the treatment of black women within the community and how we must demand for change.
misogynoir
June 22, 2020 05:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBAria & Katie explain what misogynoir is and how it affects black women.
herstory: marsha p. johnson
June 15, 2020 05:00 - 5 minutes - 4.83 MBIn our new season two miniseries: herstory: a (f)embolden spotlight, we decided to spotlight LGBYQ activist Marsha P. Johnson. Happy Pride Month!
youth, we need you.
June 08, 2020 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBAria & Katie interview Ava & Patrick from Youth Against Inequality.
#blacklivesmatter
June 01, 2020 05:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBIn this season one finale episode, Aria & Katie have an emotional discussion about why #blacklivesmatter
let's wind down together
May 25, 2020 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBAria & Katie discuss the importance of self-care in this continuation of the #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth series.
let's talk mental health: it's okay to not be okay
May 18, 2020 05:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBAria & Katie break mental health stigmas alongside student at University of Utah and founder of Living for Hope Emily LeBaron.
teens in quarantine update: staying in touch with your emotions
May 11, 2020 05:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBAfter being in quarantine for about 2 months, Aria & Katie decided to give an update on how they are feeling, and how to keep in touch with your emotions.
that’s just how boys are
May 04, 2020 05:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MBBecause Denim Day was on April, 29th, 2020, Aria & Katie chose to spend time raising awareness about sexual harassment and assault by talking about rape culture, victim blaming, and their personal experiences with sexual harassment and assault.
that’s just how boys are (minisode)
April 27, 2020 05:41 - 5 minutes - 4.64 MBIn this minisode, Aria & Katie briefly discuss the degradation young girls endure during their lives.
that’s just how boys are (minisode) NY TIMES PODCASTING CONTEST SUBMISSION
April 27, 2020 05:41 - 5 minutes - 4.64 MBIn this minisode, Aria & Katie briefly discuss the degradation young girls endure during their lives.
beautiful isn’t a size
April 20, 2020 13:29 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MBAria & Katie discuss the importance of self-love in a society where worth is determined by dress size.
#representationmatters
April 13, 2020 15:09 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBAria & Katie discuss why representation matters with special guest and teen author Tamera Elyse Trimuel.
teens in quarantine
April 07, 2020 01:26 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBAria and Katie discuss their experiences in quarantine, and how staying at home affects teens across the globe.
spreading positivity on social media
April 07, 2020 01:19 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBAria & Katie discuss how to spread positivity on social media despite the negativity that plagues our timelines.
consent: not a partisan issue
April 07, 2020 01:10 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MBAria & Katie discuss the importance of consent in light of their experiences with sexual harassment.