Strong Women

Statues in parks and city centres are meant to celebrate history and inspire for the future. But it's thought that in nearly every country in the world, women only make up 2-3% of the public statues. Datshiane Navanayagam talks to sculptors from the US and Nigeria who are working ...  Show more

The film industry is massively dominated by men. But women-only film festivals are shaking things up, celebrating the female directors, producers, cinematographers and editors behind the camera. Datshiane Navanayagam meets two women who run female film festivals.Bina Paul in Indi ...  Show more

From an early age, Katie Sandwina wowed crowds, first as a wrestling act and then exclusively as professional strongwoman. During a time when women's suffrage was a hot button issue, she cultivated an image of a perfectly feminine powerhouse.

On this episode of SimplyPodLogical, Cristine and Ben talk about Cristine's interest in weightlifting, how she got into it, and why some people think women shouldn't lift heavy weights.

Women Who Lift: Breaking Myths and Building Muscle The new norm. (1:07) Why has this trend shifted? (4:36) Selling strength training for women, the real benefits, and what makes it unique. (7:08) #1 – Promotes better hormone profiles. (7:51) #2 - Have better skin. (17:55) #3 - Ca ...  Show more

With humor and hard science, obstetrician and gynecologist Jaime Seeman reveals why building muscle is one of the best ways to combat women’s top health risks. Learn the truth behind three weightlifting myths that prevent women from getting serious about strength training — and w ...  Show more