
The Guilty Feminist
Ever felt like you should be better at feminism? Join comedian Deborah Frances-White and her guests for this comedy podcast, recorded in front of a live audience. Each week they discuss our noble goals as 21st century feminists and the hypocrisies and insecurities that undermine them. Deborah Frances-White is the 2016 Writers' Guild Award Winner for Best Radio Comedy for her hit BBC Radio 4 series Deborah Frances-White Rolls the Dice. She is an Edinburgh Fringe regular, a screenwriter and is in huge demand for her corporate seminars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Apr 26, 2024 • 1h 8min
Conversation and music with the Galilee Quartet
The Guilty Feminist Culture Club: The Galilee QuartetThe Guilty Feminist Culture Club: The Galilee QuartetPresented by Deborah Frances-White with special guests Omar, Mostafa, Tibah and Ghandi SaadRecorded 1 March 2024 in London. Released 26 April.The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge. More about Deborah Frances-Whitehttps://deborahfrances-white.comhttps://twitter.com/DeborahFWhttps://www.virago.co.uk/the-guilty-feminist-bookMore about the Galilee QuartetAmnesty campaign for Omar Saad https://www.amnesty.org.uk/blogs/country-specialists/omar-saad-and-conscientious-objectors-imprisoned-israel-refusing-bear-arms Galilee Quartet - A film by Karim Dridi https://youtu.be/jxBmD_WItEchttps://www.instagram.com/galileequartet?igsh=eHAzdWMyZTBuNm5mhttps://fr-fr.facebook.com/GalileeQuartet/https://youtu.be/8U-61eN2KZQ?si=HJuMjebTvMqyn1Y5https://www.instagram.com/omarsaad21?igsh=MXRxeTFheDVycXB4Mg==https://www.instagram.com/mostafasaadviolinist?igsh=MTVjb3VyYnAxbXhkbw==https://www.instagram.com/tibahsaad?igsh=Z3V2N3o1NmN6eGI=https://www.instagram.com/gandhi_saad?igsh=MnJ4dzZoOWVxbTlwFor more information about this and other episodes…visit https://www.guiltyfeminist.comtweet us https://www.twitter.com/guiltfempodlike our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/guiltyfeministcheck out our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theguiltyfeministor join our mailing list http://www.eepurl.com/bRfSPTOur new podcasts are out nowMedia Storm https://podfollow.com/media-stormAbsolute Power https://podfollow.com/john-bercows-absolute-powerCome to a live recording:Australia and New Zealand tour: https://guiltyfeminist.com/aus-nz-tour2024/Global Pillage, 9 May, 17 June: https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/?s=pillageKings Place, 12 June: https://shop.kingsplace.co.uk/30327/30330Kings Place, 15 July: https://shop.kingsplace.co.uk/30328/30331Thank you to our amazing Patreon supporters.To support the podcast yourself, go to https://www.patreon.com/guiltyfeminist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 24, 2024 • 27min
Culture Club: I’m Fucking Amazing with Anoushka Warden
The Guilty Feminist Culture Club: I’m Fucking Amazing with Anoushka WardenPresented by Deborah Frances-White with special guest Anoushka WardenRecorded 15 April 2024 via Riverside. Released 24 April.The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge. More about Deborah Frances-Whitehttps://deborahfrances-white.comhttps://twitter.com/DeborahFWhttps://www.virago.co.uk/the-guilty-feminist-bookMore about Anoushka Wardenhttps://twitter.com/AnoushkaWardenhttps://www.waterstones.com/book/im-f-cking-amazing/anoushka-warden//9781398714090For more information about this and other episodes…visit https://www.guiltyfeminist.comtweet us https://www.twitter.com/guiltfempodlike our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/guiltyfeministcheck out our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theguiltyfeministor join our mailing list http://www.eepurl.com/bRfSPTOur new podcasts are out nowMedia Storm https://podfollow.com/media-stormAbsolute Power https://podfollow.com/john-bercows-absolute-powerCome to a live recording:Australia and New Zealand tour: https://guiltyfeminist.com/aus-nz-tour2024/Global Pillage, 9 May, 17 June: https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/?s=pillageKings Place, 12 June: https://shop.kingsplace.co.uk/30327/30330Kings Place, 15 July: https://shop.kingsplace.co.uk/30328/30331Thank you to our amazing Patreon supporters.To support the podcast yourself, go to https://www.patreon.com/guiltyfeminist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Apr 22, 2024 • 1h 37min
392. Guilty Feminist Book Club: Prima Facie and Fear of Flying
Suzie Miller, a compelling playwright recognized for addressing contemporary issues, joins Eliana Ostro, a passionate advocate for social justice. They dive into the powerful themes of Miller's work, 'Prima Facie,' exploring the intersection of feminism and the legal system. The conversation highlights the protagonist's journey through gender dynamics and class struggles in a male-dominated environment. With humor, they also tackle personal anxieties linked to societal expectations, shedding light on female introspection and evolving sexual autonomy.

Apr 19, 2024 • 51min
The Power of Travel with Sara Barron
This is a bonus episode of the podcast sponsored by British Airways.Deborah and Sara reflect on the role that travel plays in their lives, the flights that have shaped them as people and the experiences they’ve had when travelling that they will never, ever forget. Prepare yourselves for some powerful, personal and revealing revelations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 17, 2024 • 22min
A Conversation with Melanie Ward from MAP
The Guilty Feminist: A Conversation with Melanie Ward from MAPPresented by Deborah Frances-White with special guest Melanie WardRecorded 15 April 2024 via Riverside. Released 17 April.The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge. More about Deborah Frances-Whitehttps://deborahfrances-white.comhttps://twitter.com/DeborahFWhttps://www.virago.co.uk/the-guilty-feminist-bookMore about MAPhttps://www.map.org.ukhttps://twitter.com/medicalaidpalhttps://www.writetothem.comFor more information about this and other episodes…visit https://www.guiltyfeminist.comtweet us https://www.twitter.com/guiltfempodlike our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/guiltyfeministcheck out our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theguiltyfeministor join our mailing list http://www.eepurl.com/bRfSPTOur new podcasts are out nowMedia Storm https://podfollow.com/media-stormAbsolute Power https://podfollow.com/john-bercows-absolute-powerCome to a live recording:Australia and New Zealand tour: https://guiltyfeminist.com/aus-nz-tour2024/Global Pillage, 9 May, 17 June: https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/?s=pillageKings Place, 12 June: https://shop.kingsplace.co.uk/30327/30330Kings Place, 15 July: https://shop.kingsplace.co.uk/30328/30331Thank you to our amazing Patreon supporters.To support the podcast yourself, go to https://www.patreon.com/guiltyfeminist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 15, 2024 • 1h 5min
391. Swearing with Sikisa and Rebecca Roache
391. Swearing with Sikisa and Rebecca RoacheThe Guilty Feminist 391. Reclaiming the word ‘cunt’Presented by Deborah Frances-White with Sikisa and special guest Rebecca RoacheRecorded 19 February 2024 at Kings Place in London. Released 15 April.The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge. More about Deborah Frances-Whitehttps://deborahfrances-white.comhttps://twitter.com/DeborahFWhttps://www.virago.co.uk/the-guilty-feminist-bookMore about Sikisahttps://www.instagram.com/sikisacomedyhttps://twitter.com/sikisacomedyhttps://www.sikisacomedy.comMore about Rebecca Roachehttps://twitter.com/rebecca_roachehttps://www.academicimperfectionist.comFor more information about this and other episodes…visit https://www.guiltyfeminist.comtweet us https://www.twitter.com/guiltfempodlike our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/guiltyfeministcheck out our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theguiltyfeministor join our mailing list http://www.eepurl.com/bRfSPTOur new podcasts are out nowMedia Storm https://podfollow.com/media-stormAbsolute Power https://podfollow.com/john-bercows-absolute-powerCome to a live recording:Australia and New Zealand tour: https://guiltyfeminist.com/aus-nz-tour2024/Global Pillage, 9 May, 17 June: https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/?s=pillageKings Place, 12 June: https://shop.kingsplace.co.uk/30327/30330Kings Place, 15 July: https://shop.kingsplace.co.uk/30328/30331Thank you to our amazing Patreon supporters.To support the podcast yourself, go to https://www.patreon.com/guiltyfeminist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 8, 2024 • 1h 5min
390. Child Development with Abigoliah Schamaun, India Rakusen and Amy Acre
The Guilty Feminist 390. Child DevelopmentPresented by Deborah Frances-White with Abigoliah Schamaun and special guests India Rakusen and Amy AcreRecorded 25 March 2024 at Soho Theatre. Released 8 April.The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge. More about Deborah Frances-Whitehttps://deborahfrances-white.comhttps://twitter.com/DeborahFWhttps://www.virago.co.uk/the-guilty-feminist-bookMore about Abigoliah Schamaunhttps://www.instagram.com/abigoliah/https://shows.acast.com/neurodivergent-momentsMore about India Rakusenhttps://twitter.com/indiarakusenhttps://www.indiarakusen.comhttps://www.bbcpodcasts.com/listen/28ish-days-laterhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m001v4ddMore about Amy Acrehttps://twitter.com/amyacrepoethttps://www.instagram.com/amyacrehttps://amyacre.orghttps://badbettypress.comFor more information about this and other episodes…visit https://www.guiltyfeminist.comtweet us https://www.twitter.com/guiltfempodlike our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/guiltyfeministcheck out our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theguiltyfeministor join our mailing list http://www.eepurl.com/bRfSPTOur new podcasts are out nowMedia Storm https://podfollow.com/media-stormAbsolute Power https://podfollow.com/john-bercows-absolute-powerCome to a live recording:Kings Place, 10 April 2024: https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/whats-on/comedy/the-guilty-feminist-10-04/Australia and New Zealand tour: https://guiltyfeminist.com/aus-nz-tour2024/Thank you to our amazing Patreon supporters.To support the podcast yourself, go to https://www.patreon.com/guiltyfeminist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 1, 2024 • 1h 15min
389. Being Unreasonable with Jessica Fostekew and Dr Kirsty Sedgman
The Guilty Feminist 389. Being UnreasonablePresented by Deborah Frances-White with Jessica Fostekew and special guest Dr Kirsty SedgmanRecorded 15 January 2024 at Soho Theatre. Released 1 April.The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge. More about Deborah Frances-Whitehttps://deborahfrances-white.comhttps://twitter.com/DeborahFWhttps://www.virago.co.uk/the-guilty-feminist-bookMore about Jessica Fostekewhttps://twitter.com/jessicafostekewhttps://jessicafostekew.comhttps://twitter.com/thehooveringpodMore about Dr Kirsty Sedgmanhttps://kirstysedgman.comhttps://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571366835-on-being-unreasonableFor more information about this and other episodes…visit https://www.guiltyfeminist.comtweet us https://www.twitter.com/guiltfempodlike our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/guiltyfeministcheck out our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theguiltyfeministor join our mailing list http://www.eepurl.com/bRfSPTOur new podcasts are out nowMedia Storm https://podfollow.com/media-stormAbsolute Power https://podfollow.com/john-bercows-absolute-powerCome to a live recording:Kings Place, 10 April 2024: https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/whats-on/comedy/the-guilty-feminist-10-04/Australia and New Zealand tour: https://guiltyfeminist.com/aus-nz-tour2024/Thank you to our amazing Patreon supporters.To support the podcast yourself, go to https://www.patreon.com/guiltyfeminist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 25, 2024 • 44min
The Guilty Feminist Redux: Crazy Cat Lady with Sofie Hagen and Celia Pacquola
Comedians Sofie Hagen and Celia Pacquola explore societal perceptions of 'crazy cat ladies' at a cat cafe, discussing guidelines to avoid the label. They share funny anecdotes on cat ownership, relationships, and solo travel, ending with suffragette jewelry and podcast plugs.

Mar 18, 2024 • 1h 11min
388. The Pleasure Gap with Sikisa and special guest Eleanor Conway
The Guilty Feminist 388. The Pleasure Gap Presented by Deborah Frances-White with Sikisa and special guest Eleanor ConwayRecorded 19 February 2024 at Kings Place. Released 18 March.The Guilty Feminist theme composed by Mark Hodge.More about Deborah Frances-Whitehttps://deborahfrances-white.comhttps://twitter.com/DeborahFWhttps://www.virago.co.uk/the-guilty-feminist-bookMore about Sikisahttps://twitter.com/sikisacomedyhttps://www.sikisacomedy.comMore about Eleanor Conwayhttps://twitter.com/eleanorconwayhttps://www.eleanorconway.comMore about Doctors for Choicehttps://twitter.com/drsforchoice_ukhttps://doctorsforchoiceuk.comFor more information about this and other episodes…visit https://www.guiltyfeminist.comtweet us https://www.twitter.com/guiltfempodlike our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/guiltyfeministcheck out our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theguiltyfeministor join our mailing list http://www.eepurl.com/bRfSPTOur new podcasts are out nowMedia Storm https://podfollow.com/media-stormAbsolute Power https://podfollow.com/john-bercows-absolute-powerCome to a live recording:Kings Place, 25 March 2024: https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/whats-on/comedy/the-guilty-feminist-19-feb/Guilty Feminist Book Club with Suzie Miller: https://www.waterstones.com/events/the-guilty-feminist-x-waterstones-book-club-suzie-miller/london-piccadillyKings Place, 10 April 2024: https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/whats-on/comedy/the-guilty-feminist-10-04/Australia and New Zealand tour: https://guiltyfeminist.com/aus-nz-tour2024/Thank you to our amazing Patreon supporters.To support the podcast yourself, go to https://www.patreon.com/guiltyfeminist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.