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In this episode of Advanced TV Herstory, host Cynthia Bemis Abrams explores the evolution of cable TV and its pivotal role in elevating women’s voices on screen. Joined by media…
In this episode of Advanced TV Herstory, host Cynthia Bemis Abrams examines how cable TV disrupted traditional broadcasting, creating new opportunities for women’s stories. Joined by Dr. Amanda Lotz and…
In this final episode of the Advanced TV Herstory series on The Judy Garland Show, host Cynthia Bemis Abrams and Garland scholar Angela Ingersoll examine the feminist lessons from Judy…
In this episode of Advanced TV Herstory, host Cynthia Bemis Abrams and Chicago-based guest Angela Ingersoll describe the remarkable roster of guests and performances that defined The Judy Garland Show.…
In this episode of Advanced TV Herstory, Cynthia Bemis Abrams and Emmy-nominated performer Angela Ingersoll take a hard look at the monumental production pressures Judy Garland faced during her legendary…
In this episode of Advanced TV Herstory, Cynthia Bemis Abrams and Emmy-nominated performer and Garland scholar Angela Ingersoll return to examine the 50th anniversary of Judy Garland’s passing. With a…
What role does Judy Garland and her short-lived TV series play in TV Herstory? This episode explores storytelling, persistence, and sexism in entertainment, offering modern lessons on power within television.…
Advanced TV Herstory knows no boundaries when it comes to examining women characters on television, and the animated holiday classic Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer is fair game!…
Much like the athletic world itself, TV was slow to include women in sports reporting. After 40+ years of effort, the number of highly visible women covering TV sports remains…
Enjoy this special episode hosted by Advanced TV Herstory sound designer, Catherine Yang. Catherine was influenced by the original series of Charmed and intrigued at the prospect of a high…