Working Girl
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Podcast Overview
<p><b>In a world on fire, </b><b>Working Girl</b><b> brings you the stories of women who refuse to look away — and choose to do the work.</b></p><p><br></p><p>Hosted by activist Rachel Mpala, this podcast spotlights women working in the trenches of social justice and nonprofit sectors: from fighting gun violence and homelessness to defending abortion access, dismantling racism, and navigating America’s broken systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Each week, we go beyond headlines and job titles to ask: What does it really take to stay in the fight for justice — without burning out How do these women protect their joy while doing some of the hardest work in America? And how can you support them?<br><br></p><p>Expect raw conversations, practical insights, and a deeper understanding of what it means to be a woman working at the intersection of purpose, pain, and power.</p><p><br></p><p>This isn’t corporate career advice anymore.<br>It’s a reckoning — and a rally cry.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Topics include</b>: women in nonprofits, activism, burnout, social justice, gender equity, homelessness, gun violence, reproductive rights, healthcare, racism, prison reform, immigration, human rights, education, xenophobia, trans rights, veterans, feminism, progressive leadership</p><p><br></p>
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Publishing Since
4/11/2024
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Recent Episodes
June 2, 2026
Beyond the Record: Justice, Grace & Starting Over with Sheena Meade
Send us Fan Mail This week on Working Girl, Rachel sits down with Sheena Meade, CEO of The Clean Slate Initiative, for a powerful conversation about second chances, systemic barriers, and what it really means to move forward after a criminal record. Sheena shares her own deeply personal experience navigating the justice system, why automated record sealing matters, and how outdated laws continue to impact millions of people long after a sentence ends. Together, they unpack the emotional wei...
May 19, 2026
Music, Activism, and Rising Above with Gwen Levey
Send us Fan Mail Award-winning musician, activist, and Rise Above Justice Movement co-founder Gwen Levey joins Working Girl for a deeply honest conversation about survivorship, activism, reproductive justice, LGBTQ+ rights, and the emotional reality of doing this work in today’s political climate. Gwen shares how the overturning of Roe v. Wade changed the trajectory of her life and music career, what it means to build community online while facing constant backlash, and why rest, self-care,...
May 5, 2026
From Oil Town to Climate Justice with Ariana Akbari
Send us Fan Mail What does climate justice actually look like when it’s happening in your own community? This week, I’m joined by Ariana Akbari, Executive Director of Climate Justice Texas, an environmental advocacy and conservation education organization based on the petrochemical front lines of Southeast Texas. We talk about why climate change often feels distant until it becomes personal, the challenges of getting people to care, and why starting the conversation might be the most powe...
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- What is Working Girl?
<p><b>In a world on fire, </b><b>Working Girl</b><b> brings you the stories of women who refuse to look away — and choose to do the work.</b></p><p><br></p><p>Hosted by activist Rachel Mpala, this podcast spotlights women working in the trenches of social justice and nonprofit sectors: from fighting gun violence and homelessness to defending abortion access, dismantling racism, and navigating America’s broken systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Each week, we go beyond headlines and job titles to ask: What does it really take to stay in the fight for justice — without burning out How do these women protect their joy while doing some of the hardest work in America? And how can you support them?<br><br></p><p>Expect raw conversations, practical insights, and a deeper understanding of what it means to be a woman working at the intersection of purpose, pain, and power.</p><p><br></p><p>This isn’t corporate career advice anymore.<br>It’s a reckoning — and a rally cry.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Topics include</b>: women in nonprofits, activism, burnout, social justice, gender equity, homelessness, gun violence, reproductive rights, healthcare, racism, prison reform, immigration, human rights, education, xenophobia, trans rights, veterans, feminism, progressive leadership</p><p><br></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates weekly.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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