A podcast about women, for women—sharing stories that explore how women respond to, fit into, and challenge cultural influences of art, history, and pop culture. While we approach these topics through a female lens, our space is safe and welcoming for everyone. Join us as we celebrate women’s voices and uncover the stories that shape us and inspire us.
Artemisia Gentileschi: Female Rage, Resilience, and One of History's Greatest Artists
What happens when history remembers a woman's trauma more than her triumph?
In this episode of For the Female Gaze, we explore the extraordinary life of Artemisia Gentileschi—one of the greatest painters of the Baroque period and the first woman admitted to Florence's prestigious Accademia delle Arti del Disegno.
We discuss the 1612 rape trial that changed her life, the meaning of female rage, how feminism is often misunderstood, and why Artemisia's legacy extends far beyond what happened to her. Through her paintings, she challenged the way women were portrayed in art and created works that continue to inspire centuries later.
This episode contains discussions of sexual assault but does not include graphic descriptions.
Topics: Artemisia Gentileschi, female rage, Baroque art, women in history, feminism, Judith Slaying Holofernes, art history, resilience, women artists.
4 Jun 2026
Female Hysteria: The Wandering Womb, Medical Gaslighting, and the History of Women's Health
We've all heard the phrase, "She's hysterical." But where did it come from?
In this episode of For the Female Gaze, we explore the disturbing history of female hysteria, from the ancient myth of the wandering womb to Victorian-era treatments that included institutionalization, rest cures, and even manual pelvic massage. We examine how women's emotions, sexuality, grief, and dissatisfaction were medicalized for centuries and how those beliefs continue to influence healthcare today.
Join us as we uncover the origins of hysteria, the women who were labeled "too emotional," the rise of sanitariums and asylums, and the modern realities of medical gaslighting, misdiagnosis, and self-advocacy.
Because this isn't just history. It's a story that still affects women's lives in 2026.
8 May 2026
Mother’s Day Isn’t Happy for Everyone: Origins, Estrangement, Fertility & Social Media Pressure
Mother’s Day can be beautiful, painful, complicated — or all three.
In this episode, we unpack the real story behind Mother’s Day, from its surprising origins to the massive commercialization that shaped how we celebrate today. We talk about the pressure created by social media highlight reels and why curated posts don’t define your worth as a mother, daughter, or woman.
We also hold space for the experiences that often go unspoken:
• navigating parent estrangement
• fertility struggles and grief
• the emotional weight of expectation
• redefining what motherhood and nurturing really mean
• why supporting all women matters — because it truly takes a village
Whether Mother’s Day brings joy, grief, gratitude, distance, or mixed emotions, this conversation is for you.
You are not alone — and your story belongs here.
1 May 2026
Through Her Lens - Breaking the Sex Taboo: Consent, Shame, and Healthy Intimacy with Taylor Goff
Why is sex everywhere in media, yet still so hard to talk about in real life?
In this episode of Through Her Lens, we sit down with licensed professional counselor and sex therapist Taylor Goff to break down the silence surrounding sex, consent, and intimacy. From growing up without age-appropriate sex education to navigating desire, shame, and communication in adult relationships, this conversation explores how cultural messaging shapes the way we view our bodies and our pleasure.
We discuss:
• Why so many adults struggle to talk openly about sex
• How sexual shame develops and how to unlearn it
• What healthy consent and communication really look like in relationships
• How partners can reconnect when intimacy changes over time
• How parents can have age-appropriate conversations about sex with kids
If you’ve ever felt uncomfortable talking about sex, unsure how to communicate your needs, or curious about what a healthy relationship with intimacy looks like — this episode is for you.
🎧 Listen now and start the conversation.
23 Apr 2026
Aging, Visibility & Space Dreams: The Women Who Refused to Be Invisible. The Story of Wally Funk.
Why do so many women say they feel invisible as they age?
In this episode of The Female Gaze, we explore the reality of gendered ageism — the intersection of sexism and age bias that impacts women in media, leadership, and the workplace.
We unpack why society often celebrates aging in men while quietly sidelining women, and how cultural expectations around beauty, fertility, and productivity shape the way women are valued over time.
Then we spotlight extraordinary women who refused to accept invisibility. Join us as we join Wally Funk on her Journey into Space.
2 Apr 2026
What if the word "acceptance" sometimes creates a quiet isolation instead of the inclusion it promises? The history of Autism diagnosis and the story of Temple Grandin.
What if the word "acceptance" sometimes creates a quiet isolation instead of the inclusion it promises? This episode of For the Female Gaze takes a gentle but honest look at the realities of navigating a world built for the "typical." We explore the heart-heavy moments of setting boundaries to protect a neurodivergent child and the exhaustion of seeking a community that truly understands.
Joined by guest Danielle Baker, an expert in supporting neurodivergent and trauma-affected youth, we discuss the beauty of the "individual personality" within a hive and the legacy of Temple Grandin. We move the conversation beyond just "tolerating" differences toward a space where neurodiversity is cherished for the resilience and creativity it brings to us all.
23 Mar 2026
Descent & Bloom: Persephone, Spring, and the Journey into Womanhood
What does the myth of Persephone really tell us about spring, transformation, and becoming a woman?
In this episode of For the Female Gaze, we break down the Hymn to Demeter and the story of Persephone’s descent into the underworld — and how it connects to real-life experiences of growth, grief, and self-discovery.
From the loss of innocence to finding your own voice, this episode explores the cycles we all move through and why returning to yourself is the most powerful transformation of all.
12 Mar 2026
Through Her Lens - Why Do Women Doubt Themselves? A Conversation with Coleen Huebert on Unworthiness
Why do so many women struggle with self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and feelings of unworthiness? In this honest and compassionate conversation, we explore how shame, perfectionism, and societal expectations can silence our inner voice and impact confidence, identity, and emotional wellbeing. This episode offers insight, reflection, and encouragement for women learning to trust themselves, set boundaries, and reconnect with their self-worth while navigating personal growth and healing.
27 Feb 2026
Where does a woman’s power come from? The real story behind Cleopatra's intelligence, ambition, and humanity.
This week, we dive into the life of Cleopatra — ruler, scholar, mother, and master negotiator. Through her story, we examine feminine power, perception, and what it means to lead unapologetically in a world built to challenge you.
13 Feb 2026
The female species endures. The Last Lioness on the Liuwa Plains.
How much do you know about Lion Prides? Did you know females are the primary hunters and essential for survival of the species? Today on For the Female Gaze, we’re sharing the incredible story of Lady Luiwa—and how she endured loss and rewrote the story of survival, surviving against the odds. It is one of death, rebirth, tragedy and hope. Join the journey on For the Female Gaze.
31 Jan 2026
We wear what we want. The story of Mary Edwards Walker.
Mary Edwards Walker was revolutionary in progressing gender neutral fashion in the 19th century. She was as progressive in her medical career and relationships as she was in her fashion. We still benefit from her achievements today. Join us as we celebrate her life today on For the Female Gaze.
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