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In this segment we will be discussing women's health issues with Jennifer Johnson, Assistant Professor in the Nursing Department at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. Professor Johnson has been a nurse for 14 years with the majority of her career focusing on the care of women and children, specifically in the field of public health. She is also a nurse practitioner since 2007. The southeastern region of North Carolina is a rural area with a large Native American population, as well as influences from Hispanic and African American cultures. Callers who have questions for our guest are welcome to call (347) 996-3381 during the show.

In this episode we will be talking with poet B.M. Song about her poetry and her life experiences . Callers are welome (347)996-3381 (This episode was formerly titled" Women in Afghanistan").

In this segment, we will take another look at domestic violence against women. Our guest for this segment is Mildred Muhammad, domestic violence survivor, former wife of convicted Washington DC sniper John Allen Muhammad and author of "Scared Silent" which is scheduled to be released October 13th. She will be discussing her book and her story of domestic violence. Callers who have questions for our guest are welcome to call in at (347) 996-3381.

In this segment, we'll talk about the involvement of women in the RI Women's Commission. We'll be talking with Shanna Wells, Director of the Rhode Island Women's Commission about women in politics. Callers are welcome (347)996-3381.

In this segment, we will be talking with Glennda Testone, Vice President of the Women's Media Center. We will be talking about the changes women are making in the industry. Callers are welcome.

In this segment, we will be discussing women's civil rights' movements in Greensboro, North Carolina and the progress that has been made since then. Our guest will be Community Historian Linda Evans of the Greensboro, NC Historical Museum.

Women sometimes suffer silently from depression. In this episode, Sue Warwick will be talking with us about the toll depression can have on the mental and physical health of women, the warning signs, and treatment and prevention. We will also be talking with Kris Steinnes, founder of Women of Wisdom Foundation and author of " Women of Wisdom: Empowering the Dreams and Spirit of Women", a collection of keynote presentations from the Women of Wisdom Foundation between 1995-2006. Her book includes stories, art, poetry and songs by Women of Wisdom participants. Join us for an informative and inspirational show. Callers are welcome, (347) 996-3381.

In this segment, we will be discussing the women's civil rights' movement and the progression women have made throughout the years. We will also be talking with our guest Jane Marcellus, feminist researcher and Associate Professor at the Middle Tennessee State University. She is also the author of "Business Girls and Two-Job Wives: Emerging Media Stereotypes of Employed Women" due out in 2010. Join us for an interesting and in-depth discussion. Callers welcome

In this segment, we will be discussing the topic of domestic violence and the education and prevention of sexual violence. We will be talking with Dr. Hilary Jones, Ph.D. the Research and Education Specialist at Day One in Rhode Island. Join us. Callers are welcome. Please, join us for a chat after the show!

All too often, women who are victims of sexual assault, rape or abuse are labeled as "damaged goods" and their issues are frequently ignored. In this segment, we will discuss the various organizations who are helping abused women be heard. Our guest for this week is Mildred Muhammad, former wife of the notorious DC sniper who terrorized the Washington DC metro area in late 2002. She is also a survivor of domestic violence, Founder and Executive Director of "After the Trauma, Inc." and author of "Scared Silent" Join us for what will certainly be a memorable and in depth discussion. Callers are welcome.

Now, more than ever, women need to speak up about the issues that affect them and the experiences they have endured. This segment discusses the importance of female advocacy and the purpose of this radio program.