She's Running

She's Running

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She's Running episodes

  • Episode 8 - Interview with Linsey Fagan
    I had that safety net under me and I think that’s probably what sparked in me making sure that other people have that safety net, if not more of a safety net.
    Emily and Linsey chat about her run for Congress and the importance of having a strong group of people around you. Nerdy Girls Rock!! Get a She's Running button!
    31 min
  • Episode 6 - Interview with Gretchen Wehmhoff
    It's kind of nice to see that we have helped raise a generation or two behind us, to say 'you wanna do what because I'm a woman?'
    Emily and Gretchen talk all things Anchorage (Alaska!) and the difficulties of rural life in a conversation that really has no right to be as funny as it is. Go Team Gretchen!
    37 min
  • Episode 5 - Interview with Erin Upchurch
    I think we should be looking at our school boards with the same, if not more, urgency and attention and importance as we do with mayors and governors.
    Emily talks to Erin Upchurch of Columbus, Ohio about the importance of city schools, campaigning with kids, and running for office when you have absolutely no extra time in your day. Who needs sleep?
    31 min
  • Episode 4 - Interview with Brianna Pierce
    You know, why not? Because I'm 28 years old, I'm smart, I'm a female, and I have a young new perspective that people should listen to.
    In this special ALL CAPS Extra Special Episode, Emily talks to Brianna Pierce about her application to be on one of NYC's Community Boards! And Brianna's burgeoning run for office! And what happens when the incumbent you're challenging is in the same party you are! We're VERY EXCITED and MOTIVATED in this episode! YAY!
    28 min
  • Episode 3 - Interview with Danielle Pellett
    Just trust me, I can do the impossible. It's no big deal.
    In Episode 3, Emily interviews Danielle Pellett (twice!), who is running for Congress in Dallas, TX. They talk New Deal, trans rights, and doing the impossible. All in a day's work, amirite?
    33 min
  • Episode 2 - Interview with Paula Phillips
    It's a great way to feel with 8 hours of knocking on doors ahead of you!
    In Episode 2, Emily talks to Paula Phillips, who is running for public school board in Milwaukee, WI, about her experience being a first-generation American, finding your voice (both physically and politically), and being an over-preparer.
    28 min
  • Episode 1 - Interview with Tori Engelstad
    I don't know that I wanted to be President, but I knew that I should be in charge.
    Emily talks to Tori Engelstad, who is running for Board of Elections in Philadelphia, PA, about her background, first steps in running for an elected position, and what exactly the Board of Elections does (spoilers - it's a lot!).
    32 min

About She's Running

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Women make up more than 50% of the U.S. population, but hold only 19.4% of the seats in Congress, 24.8% of the seats in state legislatures, 23.7% of state executive seats, and 20.7% of mayoral seats. Let's see if we can do something about that.