Being “indie famous” is complicated, and Kathleen Hanna isn’t here to water it down. Her career making feminist punk music — most notably in the band Bikini Kill — meant she was attacked for her activism by some and objectified as a symbol by others. But Kathleen and her bandmates continued to fight for respect and wrangle messy topics into punchy songs. Her ... Show More
Mar 17
Fail Again: Aimee Mann Is In My Pantheon
This episode originally aired November 19, 2024 It was a real magic moment to connect with Aimee Mann, a musician I’ve listened to for decades. She indulges my curiosities about lyric choices and instrumental training, and I learn how much goes on behind the scenes of an Aimee Ma ... Show More
58 m
Sep 2024
Episode 1577 - Kathleen Hanna
Kathleen Hanna’s life and career exist at the nexus of punk rock, outsider art, photography and feminism. Now that she’s been able to put it all into her memoir, Rebel Girl, Kathleen talks with Marc about her upbringing in the Pacific Northwest, the music scene in Olympia, Washin ... Show More
1h 39m
Oct 2024
I Weigh - Natalie Portman
This week, Jameela welcomes Academy Award winner Natalie Portman for a conversation about activism, motherhood, and her trailblazing career. The two discuss mental health and Natalie’s version of messy perfectionism, the important decisions she and her family made around her earl ... Show More
58m 27s
Oct 2025
Malala Thought She’d Never Fall in Love
<p>When she was 15 years old, Malala Yousafzai was shot by the Taliban, targeted for saying that young women should have the right to an education. By the time she woke from the ensuing coma, the world had already cast her in the role of fearless activist. In the years that follo ... Show More
55m 53s
Aug 2025
The Most Important Detail From Zoë Kravitz and Harry Styles' Hookup
A Gilmore Girls documentary will soon be on our screens, designed to thrill fans of the beloved series who want to return to Stars Hollow. But one of our hosts (who is the show's biggest fan) will be boycotting the release, and we need to tell you why.Plus, it’s a good day to be ... Show More
27m 52s
May 2025
EMEL on Freedom, Feminism, and Healing Through Her Music
What does it mean to find your voice — and use it to create change?In today’s episode of Yalla! Let’s Talk., I sit down with Tunisian artist EMEL, a singer, songwriter, and storyteller whose music has inspired people across the world. From her breakout anthem “Kelmti Horra” — onc ... Show More
1h 9m
Nov 2019
The Laci Kay Somers Interview
Laci Kay shares with us the ins and outs of being an influencer, what she's willing to do to further her career, from being bullied at school to thriving regardless, Laci Kay has made the proper moves to become successful. ---- FOLLOW OUR NEW SPOTIFY PLAYLIST! https://spoti.fi/2v ... Show More
1h 9m
Jun 2025
Cynthia Nixon - ‘Being brave is feeling scared and doing it anyway’
Whilst Cynthia Nixon’s versatility is beyond question, it's fair to say that she has become permanently associated with one character, Miranda Hobbs, in Sex and the City and its companion piece, And Just Like That. She won an Emmy for her performance and a generation of fans who ... Show More
51m 44s