WAIT. HOLD UP...WHAT?
Stories are the foundation of progress, and for too long, the voices of women and marginalized communities have been ignored or silenced.
At WAIT. HOLD UP… WHAT? we’re reclaiming space to share the struggles, triumphs, fears, and joys that shape our lives. Join us as we explore the intersections of identity, equity, and empowerment, offering education, support, and inspiration along the way.
Whether it’s breaking barriers, celebrating wins, or tackling the tough stuff, this is a space for everyone to feel seen, heard, and uplifted. We invite you all to join the conversation and help us explore ways to ELIMINATE GIRL HATE.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 67 minutes
- Episodes
- 39
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
S1:E18 - CAN A BRA HELP CHANGE THE TRAJECTORY OF A GIRL’S LIFE?
Did you know that, nationally, only 20% of girls engage in at least 60 minutes of daily physical activity, a lower rate than boys? Or that girls’ participation drops off significantly from ages 10-17…
S1:E17 - WHY MOVING FROM THE SIDELINES TO THE SPOTLIGHT MATTERS FOR WOMEN
"There is an incredible song overture on the Chika’s Samson: The Album featuring Lin-Manuel Miranda that says “Our stories are all we got, so if you’re going to tell it, tell it boldly. Tell the trut…
S1:E16 - LEARNING TO LOVE YOURSELF: The power of women and resilience.
Being called resilient can be strange compliment to accept. On one hand the ability to “bounce back” from difficult experiences or to adapt to adversity and move forward is most certainly something t…
S1:E15 - WHY ARE YOU SO OBSESSED WITH ME? The Media’s obsession with single women who have no kids.
We were doom scrolling recently when we came across a number of posts clearly targeted at us that featured the acronym :”SINKS” in them. SINKS refers to single income, no kids individuals, but more o…
S1:E14 - TURNING COMPLICATED MOMENTS INTO SUSTAINABLE CHANGE
"Since the inception of our country there has been a cultural conversation around the word “justice”. Everyone has an opinion or an idea of what it means TO THEM, but very rarely do they align with h…
S1:E13 - IS TAYLOR SWIFT A GOOD ROLE MODEL? Would you choose a Man or Bear? And a lot of other pop culture ridiculousness that makes us all say WAIT. HOLD UP... WHAT?
Recently in an article for the Newsweek- writer Jim Mac Ghlionn wrote and Op Ed titled "Taylor Swift Is Not a Good Role Model | Opinion"
On any other day, this wouldn't have gotten our attention, but …
S1:E12 - KIDDO, SWEETIE, & OTHER TERMS OF ENDEARMENT: Unmasking 'Endearment' & ITS Impact on Respect
As women, we frequently encounter 'terms of endearment' that, at first, may appear kind but are often intended to infantilize, belittle, or undermine our experiences and roles. We’ll delve into the i…
S1:E11 - THE AUDACIOUSLY IMPERFECT WOMAN
47% of women believe that failing a task or project makes them a failure as a person.
WAIT. HOLD UP… WHAT?
Our society is currently obsessed with women doing everything. This obsession can lead to a m…
S1:E10 - MID-SEASON REVIEW
Around 90% of podcasts never make it past 3 episodes and we are now on episode 10! Can you believe it? This week we reflect on the journey so far, the laughs, the tears, the stories, and the guests, …
S1:E9 - THE LAZY NARRATIVE AND IT'S IMPACT ON WOMEN
Have you ever been inside your head, chastising yourself for not getting enough done, showing up enough, doing enough, or even just calling yourself lazy? You are not alone. In a world where women ar…
S1:E8 - I DON'T KNOW WHY YOU ARE SO UPSET, RELAX: Addressing Workplace Micro-Aggressions:
Believe it or not, I once had a co-worker show up on Halloween dressed as Aunt Jemima, complete with blackface. To complicate matters, this person was also a person of color. In this episode, we delv…
S1:E7 - HOW TO BE IN SERVICE OF YOURSELF AND HELP OTHERS ALONG THE WAY
There are all sorts of self help books out there for women promising to help them be a better version of themselves but what if we didn’t need to read them. What if, instead we just believed in our w…
S1:E6 - FOSTERING CULTURES OF AUTHENTICITY & EMPOWERMENT
Advocating for ourselves and others starts with a crucial step: understanding our limitations and embracing them as part of our growth process.
In this enlightening discussion, we uncover the signific…
S1:E5 - WE REALLY NEED THIS ACCOUNT, JUST PLAY ALONG: Confronting Workplace Misconduct
Years ago, in a “Required after-work” meeting with a client, a high-level executive had. a little too much to drink and without saying a word, he reached over and grabbed my leg, hoisting my foot ont…
S1:E4 - TRANSFORMING NEGATIVE LABELS INTO STRENGTHS
In this episode, we delve into the journey of Janelle Suzanne, a successful entrepreneur, single mother, and advocate for women and girls. Janelle's story begins with a reflection on her childhood, w…
S1:E3 - WHY ARE YOU CRYING? YOU’RE NOT READY FOR THIS: The Power of Emotion & Authenticity at Work
I openly embrace my emotional nature, and there's absolutely nothing wrong with that. However, it's often challenging to reconcile this authenticity with the expectations of a corporate environment. …
S1:E2 - I DON’T LIKE HER PERSONAL BRAND, IT MAKES ME QUESTION HER COMPETENCY: Shattering Self-Promotion Stereotypes
In today's world, the art of self-promotion reigns supreme. Everyone appears to be an influencer. The days of quietly working hard in the background seem to be long gone, and for many, it might have …
S1:E1 - WHY DO WE HIRE WOMEN, WHEN WE ARE A MEN’S BRAND?
It's a moment etched in my memory, one that reshaped my perspective on the challenges many of us encounter in the workplace. I had always known that such thoughts could exist, but what struck me was …
TRAILER
You are at school, work, out with friends, family, colleagues; when someone says or does something that makes you stop in your tracks, tilt your head and say WAIT. HOLD UP... WHAT?