Girls Write Now

36. Speaking on Standup Comedy

It's April Fool's Day, and we're bringing you a special, silly episode with some very hilarious guests in our lineup!

Apr 1 • Girls Write Now

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47:27

March 2026

Celebrating Mentors of Color

Curated by IVEdit Committee; Art Designed by Kathryn Destin

Mar 22

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35. Speaking on Breaking the Mainstream

It’s Women's History Month, and we’re celebrating the vital impact of women in media and journalism.

Mar 18 • Girls Write Now

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48:42

34. Speaking on Monsters, Siblings, and Screenwriting

We’re starting off season four of Speaking in First Draft with our own little writers’ room.

Mar 4 • Girls Write Now

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41:49

November 2025

BONUS: Speaking on the Stories in Our Suitcases Pt. 3

Listen now | Speaking in First Draft is dedicated to elevating a range of creative voices and experiences, especially from those whose stories are…

Nov 13, 2025 • Girls Write Now

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42:40

BONUS: Speaking on the Stories in Our Suitcases Pt. 2

Listen now | Speaking in First Draft is dedicated to elevating a range of creative voices and experiences, especially those whose stories are…

Nov 6, 2025 • Girls Write Now

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27:29

October 2025

BONUS: Speaking on the Stories in Our Suitcases Pt. 1

Listen now | Speaking in First Draft is dedicated to elevating a range of creative voices and experiences, especially those whose stories are…

Oct 30, 2025 • Girls Write Now

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49:59

BONUS: Speaking on Red Birds and Grief

Listen now | Let’s welcome first-time author Diandra Ford-Wing behind the book "Red Bird," detailing her experience with profound loss and grief.

Oct 23, 2025 • Girls Write Now

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46:06

BONUS: Speaking on Becoming Wicked with Winnie Holzman

Listen now | Together, Winnie and host Kathryn get real about process, influences, and legacy when it comes to creating the cultural sensation Wicked…

Oct 9, 2025 • Girls Write Now

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45:54

BONUS: Speaking on Black Literary Legacies with Dana A Williams

Listen now | Let us welcome Howard University’s esteemed professor and scholar of African-American literature Dana A.

Oct 2, 2025 • Girls Write Now

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41:09

September 2025

BONUS: Speaking on Making Do in the Kitchen and in Life with Chef Kardea Brown

Listen now | Today, we are thrilled to welcome the talented chef and author, Food Network Star Kardea Brown Smith.

Sep 25, 2025 • Girls Write Now

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BONUS: Speaking on Defying Death with Rachel Bloom

Listen now | Speaking in First Draft returns for a special bonus season celebrating some of our newest additions to the Girls Write Now community.

Sep 18, 2025 • Girls Write Now

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