Hugh Hefner’s progressive legacy hinges on sexual liberation and anti-racism. As radical feminists confront Hefner on TV and Black people start appearing in Playboy, Hefner’s justice-minded image invites scrutiny. How much of it is just for show—and profit?
With Jeannie Bell, one of the first Black women to appear in the magazine; Walter Lowe, Playboy’s fir ... Show More
Nov 2024
Lady Mafia: The Untold Story of Secrets, Lies, and Jackpots
Sara King lived large as 'Lady Mafia,' but what caused it all to come crashing down? Host Michele McPhee unravels the secrets behind Sara King's high-roller life and high-stakes crimes - with the help of Lady Mafia herself. Search for 'Lady Mafia' wherever you get your podcasts. ... Show More
1m 56s
May 2022
Don King | 9. The Roundtable
Panama is joined by friends Tahira Henderson, Corey Wilson, and Jibri Griffin to discuss Don King’s legacy and his impact on sports, entertainment, and the culture. Power is a Somethin’ Else production with Sony Music Entertainment. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entert ... Show More
27m 52s
May 2022
Don King | 8. Mapp vs Ohio
How did Don King, the numbers runner kingpin, become the first domino to set a major US Supreme Court ruling in motion? We go back to Don King's numbers running past where in 1957, a beef with rivals turns the lives of Don and Cleveland resident Dollree Mapp upside down. Power is ... Show More
14m 21s
Jan 2017
Classic Episode: 6 Black Feminist Pioneers You Should Know
<p>Does feminism have a race problem? How have black women shaped abolition, civil rights and women's rights? Join Cristen and Caroline as they recount the work of Maria Stewart, Daisy Bates, Flo Kennedy, bell hooks, Audre Lorde and Alice Walker.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ... Show More
29m 41s
Apr 2025
The Cult of Playboy
Playboy sold the world a fantasy of luxury and sexual liberation, but behind the velvet curtains, the reality was far more complex. This week, Amanda, Chelsea, and special guest Amy Rose Spiegel (@verymuchso) dive into the Playboy phenomenon…not just as a magazine, but as a caref ... Show More
56m 34s
Jun 2025
The Rules, the Shade, and the Truth About the Playboy Fantasy with Holly Madison
What really went down behind the gates of the Playboy Mansion? Author, advocate, podcaster, producer—and former Playboy Bunny—Holly Madison is here to expose the truth behind the fantasy, and baby, she’s not holdin’ back. We’re talking beauty, power, survival, and that wild ride ... Show More
45m 43s
Feb 2024
Crystal Hefner: Objectification, control, and Playboy
<p>The Playboy mansion was supposed to be a place of freedom, expression and empowerment for Crystal Hefner, but it turned out to be the total opposite. As one of the girlfriends – and then wife – of Hugh Hefner, she had to be seen and not heard.</p><p> </p><p>In this chat w ... Show More
44m 38s
May 2021
Proletarian Feminism, Women's Liberation, and the Sex Trade
<p><a href="https://twitter.com/ComradeBrigid">Brigid Ó Coileáin</a> and <a href= "https://twitter.com/endclasssociety">Esperanza Fonseca</a> join Breht to discuss proletarian and Marxist feminism, the history and power dynamics of the sex trade, the rhetoric and ideology of libe ... Show More
1h 21m