The FMUS (“famous”) podcast is here to reset the conversation about feminism, at a time when far-right movements increasingly rely on attacking gender and sexuality as core strategies to assert power. With our fabulous guests, we unpack thorny debates and shine a light on the positive impact of feminist movements worldwide and on their brilliance, boldness and bravery. We aim to lift spirits, create connections and inspire action for transformational change. Justice, Happiness and Freedom begin here!
Episode 4 - February 20, 2025
The FMUS interview with Dr. Angel Foster
Dr. Angel Foster is a professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Ottawa and held the 2011-2016 Endowed Chair in Women’s Health Research. Francoise speaks to her about making medical abortion care available to women who need it an era of increasing restriction.
Episode 3 - February 6, 2025
The FMUS interview with Jodi Jacobson
In this episode, Françoise interviews Jodi Jacobson, the Founder and Executive Director of Healthcare Across Borders, as well as Founder and Editor of Rewire News. Françoise and Jodi describe the challenges of maintaining access to sexual and reproductive health in the face of rising attacks from the authoritarian right.
Episode 2 - February 14, 2025
The FMUS interview with Beth Schlachter
In this episode, Françoise interviews Beth Schlachter, Senior Director of US External Relations at MSI Reproductive Choices They discuss the ongoing dismantling of USAID by the Trump administration and its harmful impact on millions worldwide.
Episode 1 - October 25, 2024
Meet Françoise Girard,
Founder of FMUS
In this pilot episode, Tony Babinski interviews Françoise Girard, founder of Feminism Makes Us Smarter (FMUS.) She speaks about her journey, and the importance of feminism in the lives of women, girls, and those who support them. Among the topics she covers are the improved social outcomes in justice, freedom and happiness in places where feminism thrives, and the threat to women and girls from the rise of authoritarian movements that seek to control bodily autonomy.
