https://www.iheart.com/podcast/435-votehers-67630275/
Politics has been a 'taboo' subject for far too long. If we want to create real and lasting change, it's time we fight back against the narrative that politics isn't for people like 'us.'

voteHERS aims to educate listeners about our country's current political systems, and to provide a safe place to have substantive conversations about the world around us.

Education and Growth > Cancel Culture.]]>enPoliticsSavannah Grimmhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/57c6a6de49cd9ce8401aeeddc6e1271c.jpghttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/435-votehers-67630275/Fri, 27 Jan 2023 09:39:44 +0000Savannah GrimmSavannah Grimmfeeds@spreaker.comA diverse group of young women living in Nashville, Tennessee - Savannah Grimm, Torri Yates-Orr, Liz Eskridge, LaTesa Lins and Kati Crosslin - decided that 'a seat at the table' is simply not enough.
Politics has been a 'taboo' subject for far too long. If we want to create real and lasting change, it's time we fight back against the narrative that politics isn't for people like 'us.'

voteHERS aims to educate listeners about our country's current political systems, and to provide a safe place to have substantive conversations about the world around us.

Education and Growth > Cancel Culture.]]>yesepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-saw-a-tiktok-about-how-rosa-parks-watched-shrek--42359455https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42359455Mon, 07 Dec 2020 13:24:19 +0000Savannah GrimmNews out of Tennessee literally had Mitch McConnell crying on the senate floor, the Trump campaign's star witness Mellissa Carone took Twitter by storm, and Liz shares her wisdom on how to stay engaged in our community now that election season is over.3698biden,democrat,election,feminist,harris,millennials,nashville,politics,tennessee,vote,voters,womenyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dolly-mf-in-parton-does-it-again--42118918https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42118918Mon, 23 Nov 2020 12:21:55 +0000Savannah GrimmThe girls talk about the fact that Donald Trump is putting our national security at risk by refusing to accept the results of the 2020 presidential election, and share a few laughs over Rudy Giuliani's super strange press conference [where he quoted...2367america,blm,democrat,election,feminism,girls,politics,tennessee,usa,vote,voters,womenyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/forty-f-ing-six-part-2--41964996https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41964996Fri, 13 Nov 2020 21:28:45 +0000Savannah GrimmThe girls have an honest conversation about the too-close-for-comfort margins in the 2020 presidential election. Do calls for unity from President-Elect Joe Biden seem hollow? Are they even appropriate? Later, Savannah shares an excerpt from Barack...2494america,biden,democrat,election,feminism,harris,millennial,politics,tennessee,usa,vote,voters,womenyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/forty-f-ing-six-part-1--41862596https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41862596Sun, 08 Nov 2020 17:55:45 +0000Savannah GrimmThe girls reflect on Election Day and how they've passed the time in the days following, discussing everything from Trump's refusal to accept his defeat by Joe Biden to Georgia turning blue for the first time in decades.26672020,biden,blm,campaign,democrat,election,feminist,girls,millennials,politics,president,tennessee,vote,voters,womenyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-am-not-an-acrobat-featuring-megan-barry--41720290
Finally, Brandon Thomas stops by for an update on the final days of his campaign -- and to share what it was like being interviewed by Hillary Clinton.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41720290Fri, 30 Oct 2020 18:32:00 +0000Savannah GrimmWith just days to go before November 3rd, the girls share their hopes, fears and plans for election night. Later, they sit down for a heartfelt conversation with former mayor of Nashville Megan Barry, who resigned from her post in 2018 after admitting...
Finally, Brandon Thomas stops by for an update on the final days of his campaign -- and to share what it was like being interviewed by Hillary Clinton.]]>3891democrat,election,feminist,liberal,mayor,meganbarry,nashville,politics,usa,vote,womenyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-mean-zoom-meetings-are-so-boring--41583879https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41583879Thu, 22 Oct 2020 11:18:47 +0000Savannah GrimmThe evening before Nashville's presidential debate, Savannah, Tesa, Liz and Torri give their final appeals to undecided voters. Later, they wonder WTF happened with the journalist who was suspended for pleasuring himself during a work Zoom conference.2753biden,blm,democrat,election,feminism,harris,millennials,nashville,politics,progressive,tennessee,voteyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-it-chris--41569167https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41569167Wed, 21 Oct 2020 13:11:12 +0000Savannah GrimmSavannah and Torri celebrate the fact that Tennessee has reportedly shattered early voting records, and share their thoughts on Trump and Biden's respective town halls. Later, Torri appeals to anyone considering voting for a third party candidate.2878biden,democrat,election,feminism,independent,millennials,politics,scotus,tennessee,usa,vote,voters,womenyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fly-will-vote--41370320https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41370320Thu, 08 Oct 2020 20:20:32 +0000Savannah GrimmAfter downplaying the severity of the pandemic for months, Donald Trump announced his diagnosis with COVID-19 - news that affected each of the girls differently. Later on, Kamala Harris made history in the Vice Presidential debate against Mike Pence,...3497biden,blm,debate,election,feminist,harris,millennial,nashville,politics,tennessee,usa,voteyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/just-do-something--41133810https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41133810Sat, 26 Sep 2020 02:57:31 +0000Savannah GrimmAfter the death of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Daniel Cameron's announcement on Breonna Taylor's case, and Donald Trump refusing to commit to a peaceful transition of power [should he lose the election in November], the girls ask themselves what...3519biden,blm,democrat,election,feminism,harris,politics,tennessee,usa,vote,womenyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-would-say-i-really-am-down-with-jesus--40915100
Later, you'll get to know Democratic candidate for TN State House District 49, Brandon Thomas. If elected, he'll make history as the first black man to represent Rutherford County in the TN state legislature.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40915100Tue, 15 Sep 2020 15:50:06 +0000Savannah GrimmFollowing last week's conversation about - but things didn't go as planned. The girls also discuss their thoughts on Joe Biden's ability to get his message out in a news cycle centered on Donald Trump and his latest scandals [Bob Woodward Tapes,...
Later, you'll get to know Democratic candidate for TN State House District 49, Brandon Thomas. If elected, he'll make history as the first black man to represent Rutherford County in the TN state legislature.]]>5425america,biden,blm,bob,election,feminism,harris,politics,trump,usa,vote,women,woodwardyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-mean-meghan-mccain-blocked-me-on-twitter--40796686https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40796686Wed, 09 Sep 2020 11:00:16 +0000Savannah GrimmBetween big ol' bags of soup and a heated debate about boneless chicken wings, the girls had quite a few laughs last week; but the conversation took a more serious tone as they considered having a conservative woman sit in as a guest. As the country...2783blm,democrats,election,feminism,girl,mccain,meghan,politics,republicans,tennessee,vote,voters,womenyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-think-it-might-have-been-the-ancestors--40607485
While videos that clearly show police violence towards Black people have been instrumental in sparking conversation around systemic racism and the need for change, is it okay to share them? Do they hurt more than they help?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40607485Mon, 31 Aug 2020 12:35:17 +0000Savannah GrimmFrom the Republican National Convention [which featured lots of yelling] to the brutal police shooting of Jacob Blake and the ensuing protests, last week gave the girls quite a bit to talk about. While videos that clearly show police violence towards...
While videos that clearly show police violence towards Black people have been instrumental in sparking conversation around systemic racism and the need for change, is it okay to share them? Do they hurt more than they help?]]>2752america,blm,democrats,dnc,election,feminism,girlpower,jacobblake,millennials,politics,rnc,tennessee,usa,voteyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/red-flag-with-legs-is-my-type--40455061
Additionally, the girls acknowledge how exhausting it can be to live in a world where bad news and cynicism are the norm. Thankfully, Michelle & Barack Obama came through with some rousing pep talks at the [virtual] DNC.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40455061Sun, 23 Aug 2020 01:00:19 +0000Savannah GrimmKati felt uncomfortable for a couple of reasons this week; one being the "red flag with legs" she went on a date with, and the other the centennial anniversary of women getting the right to vote. Additionally, the girls acknowledge how exhausting it...
Additionally, the girls acknowledge how exhausting it can be to live in a world where bad news and cynicism are the norm. Thankfully, Michelle & Barack Obama came through with some rousing pep talks at the [virtual] DNC.]]>4435blm,election,empowerment,feminism,millennials,politics,tennessee,vote,womenyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-was-like-wow-i-did-that--40320210
Also, LaTesa realizes the impact of her first vote in a powerful way.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40320210Fri, 14 Aug 2020 11:22:48 +0000Savannah GrimmThe girls have mixed reactions to Senator Kamala Harris being announced as Joe Biden’s running mate in the 2020 Presidential Election, and special guest Mariah Phillips – running for the Tennessee State House of Representatives, District 37 – reacts...
Also, LaTesa realizes the impact of her first vote in a powerful way.]]>3672blm,election,feminism,girlpower,nashville,politics,tennessee,vote,womencleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-appreciate-y-all-not-judging-me-for-this--40272414
Anyway, "East Nasty" has taken on a whole new meaning after a wild party at The Fashion House, where basically no one gave a damn about COVID-19.

Meanwhile, kids have been sent back to school amid the pandemic -- so we invited special guests Christiane Buggs and Stacia Mills (a politician and a teacher!) to lend their unique perspective on the situation.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40272414Tue, 11 Aug 2020 20:19:15 +0000Savannah GrimmCoronavirus has made getting studio time difficult, so this episode sounds a little different -- like we're in a bathroom, honestly. Maybe grab some wine and jump into a hot bubble bath before you listen to fully embrace the vibe. We promise...
Anyway, "East Nasty" has taken on a whole new meaning after a wild party at The Fashion House, where basically no one gave a damn about COVID-19.

Meanwhile, kids have been sent back to school amid the pandemic -- so we invited special guests Christiane Buggs and Stacia Mills (a politician and a teacher!) to lend their unique perspective on the situation.]]>4579backtoschool,blacklivesmatter,blm,coronavirus,feminism,nashville,politics,teachers,womenyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/babies-don-t-need-nothin-but-diapers-titties--39963944
Do you know what a doula is?
Have you heard about the black maternal mortality rate within the United States?
Prepare to learn about Kristen’s intention to “Karen the shit out of these hospitals” — and what you can do to help protect Black lives.

Be sure to follow @homelandhearttn and @votehers on Instagram!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39963944Fri, 24 Jul 2020 17:51:11 +0000Savannah GrimmJust in time for Black Maternal Mental Health Week, we talked to our friend Kristin Mejia-Greene about her work to serve Black women and their families in the Nashville community through her non-profit organization, Homeland Heart. Do you know what...
Do you know what a doula is?
Have you heard about the black maternal mortality rate within the United States?
Prepare to learn about Kristen’s intention to “Karen the shit out of these hospitals” — and what you can do to help protect Black lives.

Be sure to follow @homelandhearttn and @votehers on Instagram!]]>6823cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-white-house-is-not-a-freestyle-stage-sir--38527820
Then she grounds the entire country.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/38527820Sat, 11 Jul 2020 11:00:09 +0000Savannah GrimmOn this weeks episode, Tesa tells us who her dad is, Liz drops the f bomb like 4 times in 20 seconds (this is your warning, don’t listen around your kids), Savannah explains why she gave her address to a random man who texted her, Kati requests that...
Then she grounds the entire country.]]>3996cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-not-about-the-side-boob--37668349https://api.spreaker.com/episode/37668349Wed, 08 Jul 2020 16:27:21 +0000Savannah GrimmWelcome to the first episode of voteHERS! Today on the show, LaTesa has a major confession, Kati probably got us flagged by the FBI, Savannah bought up side boob [no surprises there], and Torri saw Liz's show notes and set her up (like a Champ) to...3562blacklivesmatter,feminism,government,nashville,politics,tennessee,usa,vote,womencleanfull