Girls Write Now

43. Speaking on Trans Connection, Community, and Celebration

In collaboration with Born This Way Foundation’s Channel Kindness youth storytelling platform, Speaking in First Draft is excited to feature two…

Jul 8 • Girls Write Now

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June 2026

42. Speaking on Love, Lesbianism, and Liberation

Our Pride Month celebrations continue!

Jun 25 • Girls Write Now

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41. Speaking on Queer Love and Second Chances with Georgia Clark

Let’s welcome novelist, screenwriter, and playwright Georgia Clark!

Jun 10 • Girls Write Now

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May 2026

40. Speaking on Creative Burnout

As we come to a close on Mental Health Awareness Month this May, we figured it's time to acknowledge the elephant in the room - burnout.

May 27 • Girls Write Now

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39. Speaking on Climate, Conflict, and Coverage

This week, we’re diving into the intersections of journalism, climate change, and the realities of war.

May 13 • Girls Write Now

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April 2026

38. Speaking on Growing Older

Listen now | Today’s conversation moves through creativity, time, and what it means to claim your voice no matter your age or where you begin.

Apr 29 • Girls Write Now

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37. Speaking on Reproductive Justice with Blair Imani

Listen now | Have you ever wanted your words to create positive change?

Apr 15 • Girls Write Now

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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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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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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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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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