The Femme on Collective is a podcast collective where we discuss issues or pop culture that interests us, with a feminist, female view. Hosts Ada, Alyson, Jess, Ria and Tonya bring their unique voices to a variety of subjects including books, film, TV, feminism, comics, fitness, activism and so much more.
Welcome to Femme On Film. Join Ria and Jess as, once again, they watch the HOTTEST Christmas films available in streaming. In this episode they discuss future Christmas classic (according to Ria), Hot Frosty. SNOW NIPPLES.Did you enjoy Hot Frosty? Let us know! Also, be amazing and rate, subscribe and all of that stuff. We love our listeners!Music: Christmas Spirit by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
12/6/24 • 40:58
Continuing their chats about romantasy fiction, Jess is joined by Femme On producer Ria and romantasy lover Brigitte to discuss the incredibly popular ACOTAR (A Court of Thorns and Roses) by Sarah J Maas. Ria goes off on one about Feyre while Brigitte shares her wisdom about character growth and shadow daddies. Jess simply tags along for the fun. Don't forget to check out @zeereads on Instagram!Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe if you haven't already. Happy listening, friends!
12/4/24 • 46:43
Alyson and Ona Gritz (author of, most recently, a memoir entitled Everywhere I Look and a YA Novel in Verse, Take a Sad Song) discuss a moment in the film adaptation of Judy Blume’s beloved book, Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret. The moment they discuss is when Rachel McAdams’s character, Barbara, notices a bird out the window and is struck by creative inspiration only to be interrupted by the doorbell. This moment speaks to both Ona and Alyson and really anyone who is trying to balance a creative life with all of the concerns of everyday life. Ona and Alyson have a beautiful discussion about the book and movie and how this adaptation created a world and a character arc for Barbara and what a welcome addition that was. Join us!Ona’s WebsiteOna’s Instagram: @onagritzAlyson’s Instagram: @byalysonshelton Alyson’s Website
11/19/24 • 20:12
Lit for Life is back! Our host Jess invites producer of the podcast Ria and smut-lover Brigitte to chat about Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. We talk sex, dragon riders and how enjoyable the characters are in this romantic fantasy favourite. We save spoilers for the end, in case you're worried! If you love this, keep your eyes and ears peeled for more chats about romantasy novels. And don't forget to rate, review, subscribe and follow - all the good things! happy listening.
11/5/24 • 66:50
n this episode, Tonya's guest Dr. Wendy Wimmer (author of the short story collection Entry Level) explains Plot Candy, reveals her discovery of Mr. Collins as a salty snack, and goes on a Ria-style Rant about her beef with Percy Bysshe Shelley.Wendy's book: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60557291-entry-levelWendy's website: http://www.wendywimmer.com/Wendy’s Social media:https://www.instagram.com/wendy_wimmer/https://www.facebook.com/wmwimmerhttps://bsky.app/profile/wendywimmer.bsky.socialBixQuestions:https://www.facebook.com/thatsmybix
10/31/24 • 54:15
Ria's questions is back!!!!!! It's another burning question from Ria's brain! There is a clear divide in the collective between the normal people who like fridge cold chocolate (Ria and Tonya) or the weirdos who eat room temperature chocolate (Alyson, Ada and Jess). Tell us, would you rather eat fridge cold chocolate or room temperature chocolate.Read more of Ria's questions here: https://www.riasquestions.com/
10/30/24 • 09:48
In this AMAZING episode of Femme on Film, fantastic and talented Jessica Petelle and Alyson Shelton take the lead to discuss their short film, To Hold The Night. Ria speaks with them about how they made the film and how they managed to make water so utterly terrifying!About the film: Set in the 1960's, Nadine (Anwen O'Driscoll), a young flight attendant, wakes up in her childhood home on her wedding day. Not only does she not remember getting there, she doesn't remember the groom or their courtship.To Hold The Night was written by Alyson Shelton and directed by Jessica Petelle.To Hold The Night instagram: @toholdthenight
10/22/24 • 42:00
In this episode of Femme on TV, it was Alyson's turn to recommend a TV show to Ria, and so they discuss Michelle Buteau and Danielle Sanchez-Witzel's Survival of the Thickest. Once again, Ria over uses the word 'joy' and Alyson brings fun and thoughtful commentary on this hilarious Netflix show.
10/17/24 • 24:35
Tonya speaks with Donna Dees Thomases about the Million Mom March, her role in helping to reunite families after Hurricane Katrina, and her award-winning short film “Snowdrops for the Bairns," which shares how the grassroots petitions that emerged after a 1996 school shooting in Dunblane, Scotland changed the gun laws in the UK.Trailer for Snowdrops for the Bairns: https://vimeo.com/906099379Donna's Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1579549977/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1To join a Brady chapter www.bradyunited.orgTo learn how to lobby quick and easy, NewtownActionAlliance.orgTo send a tweet to your congressional rep. www.shotline.org
10/8/24 • 50:14
Today’s book: Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo (2020)Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited ProseBanned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over thecourse of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned,and the value in reading them.Guest Links:Lisa Raynehttps://lisarayne.com/Instagram: @authorraynehttps://www.bookbub.com/profile/lisa-rayneAlyson Sheltonhttps://alysonshelton.com/Instagram: @byalysonsheltonhttps://www.reburncomic.com/Host: Tonya ToddVideo Producer: JP ButlerAudio Producer: Ria CarroganGraphics: Mike Burton
9/28/24 • 56:57
Today’s book: Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro (2005)Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited ProseBanned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over thecourse of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned,and the value in reading them.Guest Links:Wendy WimmerEntry Level - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60557291-entry-levelSocial Media: @wendywimmerhttp://www.wendywimmer.com/Brandon Meadhttps://www.fiercestorytelling.com/Instagram: @fiercestorytellingKat Fielerhttps://www.kjfieler.com/Writer 2 Writer Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@KatFielerHost: Tonya ToddVideo Producer: JP ButlerAudio Producer: Ria CarroganGraphics: Mike Burton
9/27/24 • 62:00
Today’s book: Losing the Girl: Book 1 in the Life on Earth series by MariNaomi (2018)Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited ProseBanned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over thecourse of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned,and the value in reading them.Guest Links:Veronica Klashhttps://veronicaklash.com/Instagram & Twitter: @veronicaklashAda McCartneyhttps://aamccartney.com/https://www.femmeon.show/MariNaomihttps://marinaomi.com/Social media: @marinaomiarthttps://www.patreon.com/marinaomiDatabase links:https://cartoonistsofcolor.com/https://queercartoonists.com/https://www.disabledcartoonists.com/Active Activism with MariNaomi: https://www.femmeon.show/episodes/active-activism-marinaomiHost: Tonya ToddVideo Producer: JP ButlerAudio Producer: Ria CarroganGraphics: Mike Burton
9/26/24 • 98:29
Today’s book: Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison (1952)Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited ProseBanned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over thecourse of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned,and the value in reading them.Guest Links:Anthony Holt Jr.https://accomplishinginnovationpress.com/product/comics-lit-vol-1/Fly MessiasInstagram: @flyinhdFacebook: @Mzz.FlySpider-Danhttps://www.spiderdanandthesecretbores.com/Instagram & Threads: @spiderdansecretboresSpider-Dan’s chats with Tonya:She-Hulk: Podcast at Large (with Tony)https://open.spotify.com/episode/5pVJsszZ0IWujgMOah7uEaBatman Returnshttps://open.spotify.com/episode/5hLsrrRifjwXdSgIKZkYZ0The Crowhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/6FET2Ys49yOtYVSJLefVYoPam Grier Movies: Coffy vs Foxy Brownhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/1hRGcuPqwoRjhcrbHgn5xwHost: Tonya ToddVideo Producer: JP ButlerAudio Producer: Ria CarroganGraphics: Mike Burton
9/25/24 • 75:24
Today’s book: And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell (2005)Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited ProseBanned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over the course of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned, and the value in reading them. Guest Links: Diamond Larsonhttps://www.wehaveavoicenonprofit.org/https://www.instagram.com/whavnonprofit/https://www.clubchrist.org/Ria Carroganhttps://www.femmeon.show/Instagram: @riacarroganhttps://www.trussell.org.uk/https://www.macmillan.org.uk/Kevin M. Gallagher, Jr.https://thatnerdykev.com/Social media: @Thatnerdykevhttps://awesomepodcast.com/https://headstrong.org/Active Activism with WHAV: https://www.femmeon.show/episodes/active-activism-whavBook recommendations: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60899356-the-pengroomshttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/203153333-the-secret-ingredientHost: Tonya ToddVideo Producer: JP ButlerAudio Producer: Ria CarroganGraphics: Mike Burton
9/24/24 • 83:45
Today’s book: Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler (1993)Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited ProseBanned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over thecourse of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned,and the value in reading them.Guest Links:Oksana Marifiotihttps://www.oksana-marafioti.com/Instagram: @OksanaMarafiotiFacebook: @oksanamarafiotiauthorGregory A. Kompeshttp://gregoryakompes.com/Instagram & Facebook: @GregoryAKompesAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gregory-A.-Kompes/author/B001K8O6FQJennia D'Limahttps://jenniaedits.com/Instagram: @jenniaahavaFacebook: @jennia.ahavaJennia’s chat with Tonya: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1cbZ9QxPbJ8ZNv1f6hPjHLHost: Tonya ToddVideo Producer: JP ButlerAudio Producer: Ria CarroganGraphics: Mike Burton
9/23/24 • 66:31
Today’s book: Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret by Judy Blume (1970)Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited ProseBanned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over thecourse of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned,and the value in reading them.Guest Links:Vogue Robinsonwww.Vogue316.comInstagram: @voguer316Amanda Skenandorewww.amandaskenandore.comInstagram: @amandaskenadoreMike BurtonSocial media: @genuinechitchathttps://genuinechitchat.wordpress.com/https://www.youtube.com/GenuineChitChatOther Mike and Tonya collaborations:Ep 97 - It’s Never All The Way Right: Modern Shakespeare, Acting & Default White Charactershttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=20pnVYRMbvI101 P1: Just A Chat About Superheroes: Childhood Crushes, Current Movies & The Late ChadwickBosemanhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyOVyISI1SEDiscussing Loki Episodes 1-3https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yp1nZGLrD8AEp 172 - Banned Books Week: Censorship, Subjective Offense & The Freedom To Readhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cglgZRjGrrcExploring The Idea Of #God: Adversity, God’s Voice & You’ve Gotta Lose To Winhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rGYtNDNcs5wHost: Tonya ToddVideo Producer: JP ButlerAudio Producer: Ria CarroganGraphics: Mike Burton
9/22/24 • 86:24
Alyson and Jackie Tempera (writer for Women’s Health and storytelling coach) talk about an iconic scene from The Real Housewives of New Jersey (RHONJ): Teresa flips a table at the Last Supper. They get into the nitty gritty of what makes the whole Real Housewife world engaging and dip into Jackie’s set visit and how that informed her opinion of the show and the fandom. Surprisingly, this is the first time we’ve discussed a reality show on Fine Cut and now I want to do it again. There’s so much incredible content and perspectives to talk about!Jackie’s Website: https://www.jackietempera.com/Jackie’s Instagram: @jacktempAlyson’s Instagram: @byalysonshelton Alyson’s Website
9/10/24 • 31:49
Alyson sits down with Annie Sklaver Orenstein author of the forthcoming non-fiction book, Always a Sibling: The Forgotten Mourner’s Guide to Grief (coming out May 28th) and talks about their shared experiences of sibling loss, the lack of sibling loss resources and the how her book will fill a much needed void. Annie also talks about her publishing journey, how the shape of her book changed over time and how writing this book helped her forge a continuing bond with her brother, Ben. What a powerful conversation about living with grief, the joys and the challenges.Pre-Order Annie’s book, Always a Sibling: The Forgotten Mourner’s Guide to GriefAnnie’s Website: https://www.annieorenstein.com/Annie’s Newsletter: https://annieorenstein.substack.com/Annie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anniesklaverorenstein/Alyson’s Instagram: @byalysonshelton Alyson’s Website
6/20/24 • 48:23
Tonya speaks with And I Thought Ladies Jade & Wilnona about why they write literary life guides with pop poetry, the idea behind the Inspirational Woman in Literature Awards, and how kindness is a form of advocacy.Links for the And I Thought Ladies:Website: https://andithoughtladies.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andithoughtladies/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/And-I-Thought-Ladies-100056588953910/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-and-i-thought-ladies-8967a5215Organizations the And I Thought Ladies support:https://echofoundationinc.org/who-we-are/https://www.powerfulbeginnings.org/https://freedom-abuse.org/https://enoughabuse.org/
6/13/24 • 30:06
What are you waiting FIVE?In this episode of Femme on TV, Ria and Alyson chat about Girls5Eva, a show Ria forced Alyson to watch so that she would have someone to talk about it with. Just like the Barbie episode they overuse the words 'fun' and 'joy' but in the best way. They chat about all three seasons of the show, the performances, and the catchy tunes!Come join in the chat!And if you haven't watched Girls5Eva, then what are you waiting 5?Alyson’s Instagram: @byalysonshelton Alyson’s WebsiteRia's Instagram: @riacarrogan
6/11/24 • 33:52
Alyson and Natalie Serber (author of the novel, Shout Her Lovely Name and her memoir, Community Chest) discuss their love of TV moms and how women like Carol Brady and Alice on the Brady Bunch gave them comfort and hope when they were little and how now, Sam Fox on Better Things offers them support as mothers themselves. We don’t just discuss one scene but a cultural touchstone. It’s a fascinating conversation. Come join us!Natalie’s website https://www.natalieserber.com/Subscribe to Natalie’s Newsletter HERE https://readwriteeat.substack.com/Alyson’s Instagram: @byalysonshelton Alyson’s Website
6/6/24 • 29:22
This episode Tonya speaks with Femme On creator Ria Carrogan about the importance of all acts of activism, food insecurity and poverty, parenting and podcasting! It is basically one long Ria rant!Organisations that Ria mentions:The Black Nursery Manager: https://www.theblacknurserymanager.com/Bloody Good Period - https://www.bloodygoodperiod.com/Trussell Trust - https://www.trusselltrust.org/Beauty Banks - https://www.beautybanks.org.uk/Ria also mentions some amazing children's book authors and books:Bethan Woollvin - https://www.bethanwoollvin.com/Harry Woodgate - https://www.harrywoodgate.com/My Skin, Your Skin by Laura Henry-Allain MBE and illustrated by Onyinye Iwu - https://www.laurahenryallain.com/lauras-shop/my-skin-your-skin/
5/14/24 • 44:34
Join us for a fiercely feminism discussion about film, media, TV, memoirs, and everything feminist with author, humour writer, teacher and generally cool person Elissa Bassist. Inspired by Elissa's substack post 'Films Shouldn't Win Awards Unless They Pass the Bechdel Test', Ria, Alyson and Elissa discuss feminism in movies (and media in general), the content we want to consume as women, and so much more!Find out more about Elissa: https://www.elissabassist.com/Read Elissa's substack: https://substack.com/@elissabassistFollow Elissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elissabassist
5/9/24 • 43:09
Fine Cut with Ria Carrogan and Kim RoweAlyson, Ria and Kim discuss the “Are You There Moriarty?” Scene from One Day (episode 9) starring Leo Woodall and Ambika Mod. Dex (Leo Woodall) goes to visit his incredibly posh girlfriend’s family and ends up getting pulled into a family game of “Are You There Moriarty?” that ends poorly when Dex crosses the invisible line that always exists in games and power dynamics, but is almost impossible to decipher, especially if you are an outsider. Alyson approached Kim and Ria about joining her to discuss this scene because she’s never watched something that illustrates, so perfectly, the cruelty, in some families, that is disguised as fun. The scene takes many fascinating turns and reveals so much about the characters and their lives. They had a wonderful time chatting about it. Please join us!
5/7/24 • 34:43
In this episode, host Jess speaks with poet and retiree Rosemary Drescher about Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. We talk about relying on stories when we need to escape reality, creating a safe space with language and manners, and the importance of understanding and accepting ourselves to help us adapt to the world around us. If you would like to contact Rosemary in response to this episode, please email femmeoncollective@gmail.com or message our host Jess on Instagram: @jess_bdavies You can sign up to receive Jess’ newsletter, Bang Average, about surviving and thriving and finding joy as a bog standard human being:bangaverageblog.substack.com
5/2/24 • 47:31
The wonderful Misako Rocks! is back to discuss her new books, Learn Manga with Misako, with Ria and Indie Comic Spotlight host Tony Farina. Yep, it is another crossover episode!Find out more about Misako's work and her new books: www.misakorocks.comAnd you can enter a competition to win an original Misako drawing, whoop whoop! Find out more: https://quarto.com/campaign/misakorocksFind out more about Tony: www.arfarina.com
4/30/24 • 55:37
It's time for Ria's questions again! In this episode, Ria asks the collective 'What seemingly normal thing freaks you out'. Are you well adjusted or are you more like Ria? How do you feel about dirty laundry baskets? Things touching your neck? Other people's hair? It's another great episode where we enjoy learning the weird things about each other!The fact that you listen to our podcast makes us so happy! We'd love it if you subscribed, rated, or reviewed the podcast or even better, joined in the conversation. We love our listeners!
4/25/24 • 28:38
Alyson speaks with George Ella Lyon (Kentucky Poet Laureate and author of the poem, Where I’m From) about many things including: the creative life, writing, the Celtic tree calendar, revisiting old work, her poem, Where I’m From and how it’s changed Alyson’s life and more! George Ella is funny, honest and engaging when talking about anything and her wisdom about creativity is a balm. It’s a thoughtful and engaging conversation, don’t miss it!George Ella’s Website: http://georgeellalyon.comAlyson’s Instagram: @byalysonshelton Alyson’s Website
4/23/24 • 56:02
Actress Megan Hutchings is back, this time speaking to Tonya about how she was put on this planet to save dogs. In their conversation, she explains why it’s essential that we meet each other with love and respect to make the world better, how social media helps animal advocacy, and an easy way people can get involved without significant change to their own lives.Megan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megsishere/Organizations Megan supports:https://www.goldenrescue.ca/https://www.peanutmutterrescue.org/https://www.saveourscruff.org/https://sunandsagerescues.com/https://animalguardian.org/https://www.soidog.org/http://loveleorescue.org/
4/11/24 • 17:06
Welcome to Femme On Film! In this episode, Ria is joined by Ada, Suzan and Jen discuss Nida Manzoor's Polite Society. Polite Society is the story of two sisters, Ria and Lena Khan, as Lena gives up her dreams of becoming an artist and marry local heartthrob, Salim. Ria aspires to become a professional stunt performer and will do anything to save her older sister.Polite Society is a martial arts action comedy with women and feminism at its core.Nida Manzoor wrote and directed the film, it is her feature film debut! If you love this discussion and the film, make sure you watch her amazing TV show, We Are Lady Parts.Please like, follow, review or subscribe to the Femme On Collective. Your support means everything to us!
4/9/24 • 60:00
