Ep. 34: Segregated Sisterhood

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Ep. 34: Segregated Sisterhood

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Nov 24, 2020

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Yseult and Hannah talk about why sororities are so segregated, Hannah's experience in one, and the conversations that need to be had about white Greek life. Referenced Article: University of Alabama Sorority Felt Blacks Were 'Bad for Our Status' https://jezebel.com/university-of-alabama-sorority-felt-blacks-were-bad-for-1617545094

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Nov 24, 2020

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The Kinswomen aim to build more trust and bridge the gaps between women of color and white women through difficult, uncomfortable, but cathartic conversations. Named Best Podcasts of 2020 by Elle, Cosmo, and Marie Claire. Hosted by Yseult Mukantabana and Hannah Summerhill.

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