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Women’s Rights and Gender Equality – How did we get here?

 Welcome to the first official episode of the podcast! I’m so excited to finally kick things off. In this episode, I dive into the deep and often painful history of women’s rights—or more accurately, how those rights were taken from us.

From powerful roles held by women in ancient societies to the brutal realities of witch trials, scold bridles, foot binding, honor killings, and more—I explore how we ended up in a world where women still have to fight for autonomy over our own bodies and lives. I reflect on what was lost, who benefitted, and why it’s so important we continue to question the systems around us.

This is about more than history—it’s about truth, healing, and reclaiming what was stolen. Let’s talk about it.


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Poinsettia – WKNC Interviews

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Lauren: Studio 804

Lauren, a member of Studio 804, talks about her experience with dance!


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From US Marines to A PhD in Philosophy

Joseph Kyrlow is a philosophy professor at NC State University. Before his academic career, Joe was in the US military, where he enlisted in the Marines straight after high school. In this episode, Joe shares with us a few stories about his military career, his transition to philosophy, as well as his faith journey. This is a raw and unfiltered conversation with my good friend Joe.


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Lawn Enforcement – WKNC Interviews

Lawn Enforcement is a Wilmington-based alternative rock band. WKNC caught up with their lead singer, Max, on their latest projects and their creative process.


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Welcome to Feminine Dilemma: Let’s Talk About It

In this episode, I share a glimpse of what’s to come, the mission behind this podcast, and the meaningful conversations you can expect in future episodes.


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A Short Interview With Special Operator Bob Burton

This is A short interview with Special operator Bob Burton, who was a green beret in the US military. Bob shares with us a few lessons about what it takes to make it to this special operations unit and why he ended up choosing to join the army and serve his country.


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Keep On Rocking in the Free World!

In this episode we will review some big hip hop events as of late, and the future of hip hop in the world’s biggest stage. Following that is an album review of the Rizzle Kicks’ comeback album Competition is For Losers, and we conclude with a deep dive / incoherent rambling into the brief history or rock and hip hop.

Intro and outro music is “Top Ten” by Jeremy Blake


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Chapter 18: Living as John Smith – The Power of Names, Part 2 with Abdullah Najjar

 Ever wondered what it’s like to live as a “John Smith”? Well, Abdullah Najjar can tell you—because he did just that! In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating (and sometimes hilarious) world of names. Abdullah shares his experience adopting the most common name in the Western world while in Libya, all in an effort to sound less… well, too “exotic”. Spoiler alert: It didn’t go exactly as planned.

From the Roman naming system to the complexities of “Gunther” and “Gustav,” we explore how names shape our identity and perceptions. We also tackle the emotional weight behind some names (yes, even “John Smith” has its baggage). Along the way, we learn how names tie us to history, culture, and sometimes—whether we like it or not—awkward dinner conversations.

So, whether you’re curious about the origin of your name or just need a good laugh at the expense of “John Smith,” tune in! It’s the perfect episode to listen to while traveling, relaxing, or contemplating whether you should change your name to something more… memorable.


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What It Takes To Be A Case Officer for the CIA

This is A conversation with Patrick Weninger, an NC State University alum and a former Case Officer for the CIA. Patrick shares stories from his experience as a case officer, how he became involved with the CIA, and what it is like to engage with people as an undercover officer.


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