Women Filmmakers Discuss the “Female Gaze” at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival 2025
Photo and article published with SBIFF permission. WHAT IS THE “FEMALE GAZE?” Did you know that over 50% of the films showcased at the 2025…
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Déjà Vu! On the Campaign Trail – It’s Groundhog Day All Over Again!
It’s not surprising to hear Presidential candidate Donald Trump mock and deride his opponent, calling Kamala Harris stupid and mentally impaired, the worst thing that…
Congresswoman Liz Cheney: The Price Women Pay Speaking Truth to Power
Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney, former leader of the House Republican Caucus, stood at a precipice on the threshold of an era of division unseen since the…
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Form Your Own Speaker’s Club With an Online Journal
The Women Seen and Heard Speaker’s Journal provides you with a pathway to empowerment as you explore the past and present and the sources of…
Time to Speak Up on Zoom!
Develop Confidence in Your Speaking Skills Using an Online Journal & a Few Friends Are you finding yourself holding back from speaking up at virtual…
New Role Models at the Podium: Raising Awareness and Making Waves
As the holidays claim my attention, here’s what I’m thinking, noticing, and asking: 2019 Role Models Emerge from the Impeachment Hearings Women’s Voice: Will we…
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From Candid to Can-Do
Business photo created by katemangostar – www.freepik.comCandid conversations can move the needle in advancing progress, particularly if you’re speaking with someone who controls resources or…
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Stand Up for a Change
Imagine yourself in a group discussion about a controversial issue. Have you had the self-confidence to take a stand when your opinion was solicited? It’s…
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Stand Up and Speak Up: 7 Tips for Pitching your Big Idea
Dedication: Ruth Bader Ginsburg I think she (Ginsburg) taught me how important it is to not be scared to speak publicly …and to be fearless…….
The Serious Business of Being Funny: New Ways Women Use Humor to Engage Audiences
Let’s get serious about humor. Being funny is empowering. When women do comedy, they are in charge. But the same holds true for anyone delivering a…