Caroline Heldman

Dr. Caroline Heldman and Benjamin Nolot discuss the impact of porn on sexual perceptions, focusing on sexual self-objectification and its effects on satisfaction and self-image. They also address the rise of toxic influencers like Andrew Tate and the backlash against social shifts, leading to the rise of toxic masculinity.

In this thought-provoking discussion, Caroline Heldman, a political scientist and author, Anna Sampaio, a professor of ethnic studies, and Chaya Crowder, an expert in political science tackle the barriers preventing women, particularly women of color, from ascending to the presidency. They analyze the complex interplay of racism and sexism, highlight Kamala Harris's campaign challenges, and emphasize the crucial role of female voters. The conversation advocates for greater support of women candidates, exploring how shifting perceptions could pave the way for a future female president.

Caroline Heldman and Samantha Maloney from the Sound Off Coalition discuss their report on sexual abuse in the music industry, calling for the end of NDAs. They address the pattern of cover-ups by big music companies, shareholder activism, and the challenges faced in making a difference. The report details over 200 pages of allegations against well-known music names.

Boycotts are big at the moment. On a global scale, many countries are boycotting Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. There are campaigns to boycott products produced in Turkey, Israel or China. Sporting boycotts are used by countries across the world to express their displeasure with their international rivals. And there are plenty of boycotts going on against companies, over working practices, supply chains and political stances. But international boycotts can be easily circumvented, and we can choose alternative products if we don't like a particular manufacturer. So is this low risk activism, or is it an effective way for ordinary people to hold businesses and nations to account? Do boycotts ever lead to permanent change?Above all, do they work? Journalist and writer David Baker investigates. Presenter: David Baker Producer: Ravi Naik Editor: Clare Fordham Sound Engineer: Nicky Edwards Production Coordinator: Maria OgundeleContributors: Caroline Heldman Associate Professor of politics at Occidental College, Los Angeles Stephen Chan Professor of World Politics at SOAS, University of London Mark Borkowski PR and Crisis Management agent Rob Harrison Director of Ethical Consumer Xinrong Zhu Assistant Professor in Marketing at Imperial College London Business School Richard Wilson Director and co-founder, Stop Funding Hate Professor Ellis Cashmore sociologist and cultural critic Ben Jamal Director of the Palestine Solidarity Campaign Pinar Yildrim Associate Professor of Marketing at the Wharton (Business) School at the University of Pennsylvania

Scholars Lori Cox Han and Caroline Heldman discuss the question of whether the US is ready for a female president, exploring the political landscape after Hillary Clinton's loss. Topics include the Women's Movement, #MeToo, and Kamala Harris as Vice President.