Category: The Expose Show

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Episodes

THE EXPOSÉ | Episode 41 | “Guess Who’s Back, Back Again”

Post author By Mary Morrison
Post date October 29, 2017

https://soundcloud.com/theexposeshow/episode-41-guess-whos-back-back-again-1

This week we’re catching up on everything – all the crazy news that happened over the break, what’s new in our hosts’ lives, and meeting our brand new host, Donya. From Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria, to Laila’s exciting announcement, no subject is off limits in this episode.

MUSIC LIST:

Alessia Cara – How Far I’ll Go
Beyoncé – I Was Here

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THE EXPOSÉ | Episode 40 | “Mommy Blues Aren’t A Myth”

Post author By Beverly Wakiaga
Post date August 10, 2017

https://soundcloud.com/theexposeshow/episode-40-mommy-blues-isnt-some-cultural-phenomenon

Postpartum depression is a topic people are slowly getting more comfortable talking about. We’ve seen celebrities such as Brooke Shields and Chrissy Teigen come out and share their experiences with postpartum depression. This week we discuss postpartum depression, the pressures that women face before, during and after pregnancy, as well as self-care, all in one episode.

This week Kat and Esther are missing in action but we have our community editor, Saffiya Mohamed, and Editorial Fellow, Ariana Munsamy, joining Laila and special guest, Doula Hira Khan, founder of BirthKeeper, providing prenatal services and education to the global Muslim community.

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MUSIC LIST:
Camila Cabello – Crying In The Club
Marc Anthony – Vivir Mi Vida

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THE EXPOSÉ | Episode 39 | “Not So Fair & Lovely, Amirite?”

Post author By Alex Campbell
Post date August 10, 2017

https://soundcloud.com/theexposeshow/episode-39-not-so-fair-lovely-amirite

From beauty products like “Fair & Lovely” that promote fairer complexions to magazines who photoshop models’ skin to look lighter, colorism is a global problem that people from all societies face. Fair skin is promoted as more beautiful and equated with success, wealth, and power. On the flip side, darker skin is viewed as undesirable. This has serious consequences on people of color and their sense of self-worth.

Mashal and Nadia fill in for Esther to help Laila tackle these issues and share their own experiences as women of color. Some of the topics they discuss include skin lightening products, the media’s role in colorism, light skin privilege, and how prejudices against those with dark skin are easily internalized.

MUSIC LIST:
Jason Mraz & Colbie Caillat – Lucky
The Weepies – Be My Thrill

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THE EXPOSÉ | Episode 38 | “13 Reasons Why (Not to Watch the Show)”

Post author By Mary Morrison
Post date August 10, 2017

https://soundcloud.com/theexposeshow/episode-38-13-reasons-why-not-to-watch-the-show

This week, two Tempest fellows, Katie Kaestner and Kayria Taghdi, join Laila to discuss the problematic Netflix original series, 13 Reasons Why. The show is a teen soap opera chronicling the suicide of high school student Hannah Baker and the thirteen tapes she left behind.

Does the show start any useful conversations about mental health, depression or sexual assault? Or does it hide behind the shock value of the graphic depictions of suicide and rape? Is there anything redeeming about a show that glorifies the death of a teenage girl? How do teen-run fan accounts on Instagram give us an insight in to what “kids these days” are responding?

MUSIC LIST:
Sara Bareilles – Chasing the Sun
Jess Penner – Bring Me the Sunshine

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THE EXPOSÉ | Episode 37 | “Is There a Vaccine Against Trumpcare?”

Post author By Taylor Faires
Post date August 10, 2017

https://soundcloud.com/theexposeshow/episode-37-is-there-a-vaccine-against-trumpcare

It’s official: there’s a full-fledged attack on our bodies, courtesy of complicit (Ivanka, pay note!) government officials. The proposed healthcare systems are personal – extremely so. We go past the tip of the Trumpcare iceberg into some deep water, so get your diving gear and get ready.

MUSIC LIST:
Flume Feat. George Maple-Bring You Down
BANKS- Change

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THE EXPOSÉ | Episode 36 | “Wrap My Hijab” feat. Mona Haydar

Post author By Narmeen Saiyed
Post date May 12, 2017

https://soundcloud.com/theexposeshow/episode-36-wrap-my-hijab-against-the-patriarchy-with-mona-haydar

Do you look like a visible minority? Have you ever had to answer petty questions about your culture? your appearance? Well, Mona Haydar managed to answer all these petty questions with this one badass song with an equally badass video, which has now hit over a million views! Kat and Laila uncover everything from misplaced misogyny to what sparked Mona to step into the music industry and create this dope song.

Here’s a link to Mona’s masterpiece:
Mona Haydar – Hijabi (Wrap my hijab)

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THE EXPOSÉ | Episode 35 | “It’s Time to Talk About May Day”

Post author By Narmeen Saiyed
Post date May 2, 2017

https://soundcloud.com/theexposeshow/episode-35-its-time-to-talk-about-may-day

It’s May 1st, which most people know as International Workers’ Day or Labour Day. So we get our fingers right into what needs to be discussed: is protesting a privilege? Are we going to remember the workers who fought and died protesting for 8-hour work days, the end of child labor, and worker rights? And what about the undocumented people within the US – are we going to recognize them?

This week, we’re missing Kat and Laila but Esther pulled through as we spoke to Alejandra Primavera Cruz-Blanco. Alejandra works with Cosecha, which is a nonviolent movement working to win permanent protection, dignity and respect for the 11 million undocumented people in this country. You can learn how to support them by joining their movement here and following them @CosechaMovement.

MUSIC LIST:
Emmylou – First Aid Kit
Heron Oblivion – Orair

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THE EXPOSÉ | Episode 34 | “It’s Time to Stop Avoiding the Sex Industry”

Post author By Narmeen Saiyed
Post date May 2, 2017

https://soundcloud.com/theexposeshow/episode-34-its-time-to-stop-avoiding-the-sex-industry

Disclaimer: If you think we’re here to talk about how awful sex workers are, this episode isn’t for you. If you’re under 18 and your parents are listening, this isn’t for you either. We’ll leave this description vague, because the episode more than speaks for itself – and you have to listen to it to get it.

MUSIC LIST:
Fifth Harmony – Write On Me
MAX – Lights down low

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THE EXPOSÉ | Episode 33 | “Will Flying Ever be the Same Again?”

Post author By Narmeen Saiyed
Post date April 22, 2017

https://soundcloud.com/theexposeshow/episode-33-will-flying-ever-be-the-same-again

Everyone’s been wondering about the same thing, what made United Airlines feel like it could abuse its flying customers? This has been viral for a while as airports and flying have become a hot topic recently. Does all this overlap at all with the #MuslimBan? We uncover all these questions in this week’s instalment of The Expose. We missed Esther this week but we had Silla, our Director of Social Media on to shed some light on Laila’s personal life and ask our interesting question at the end!

MUSIC LIST:
Lana Del Ray – Off to the Races
No Doubt – Settle Down (Baauer Remix)

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THE EXPOSÉ | Episode 32 | “Does White Feminism Actually Exist?”

Post author By Demi Chang
Post date April 11, 2017

https://soundcloud.com/theexposeshow/episode-32-does-white-feminism-actually-exist

White women showed up at The Women’s March- but are they still considered feminists if they don’t show up for the minorities, women of color, and transgender women? Join us as we talk about this complicated, intersectional issue of white feminism.

MUSIC:
Deerhoof – +81
Blonde Redhead- Misery is a Butterfly

If you’re listening to our podcast while driving, here’s a playlist to follow the episode on your journey to where ever:
COMMUTERS DRIVE: The Cruising Mix

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THE EXPOSÉ | Episode 31 | “There is No Glass Ceiling”

Post author By Narmeen Saiyed
Post date April 4, 2017

https://soundcloud.com/theexposeshow/episode-31-there-is-no-glass-ceiling

From the work family balance to the effective leadership styles, what do the ladies think about women in leadership?And how to we make leadership theory practical? And how do minions fit in? Are we making this all up and it’s just in our head? You might want to listen in because we definitely have an opinion about this.

Music:
Shakira – Dare
Rihanna – Don’t stop the music

If you’re looking for some more songs to move your hips to, here’s this week’s playlist to match your vibes:
TRUE ROOTS, SPROUTING WINGS: The Americana Mix

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THE EXPOSÉ | Episode 30 | “Woke Misogynists – Yea or Nay?”

Post author By Narmeen Saiyed
Post date March 27, 2017

https://soundcloud.com/theexposeshow/episode-30-woke-misogynists-yea-or-nay

Ever meet a man on Tinder who claimed to be a feminist yet he believed it was the girl’s fault for the rape? Yeah, same. Where do you draw a line? How do you meet men or women who are truly feminists? Why are all men suddenly claiming to be feminists? We uncover the answers to these questions and more in this week’s episode. Kat and Esther discuss their favourite jokes about ghosts and boobies before they talk about having their own reality TV shows.

Reading List:
I was hired – then fired – because I was pretty and white

If you’re looking for some fun beats, here’s a playlist to get your groove on:
TRUE ROOTS, SPROUTING WINGS: The Americana Mix

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