Archived Radio Show

August 5, 2024

Original Radio Show  ID:
WSA240805

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Duration 57 minutes

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Featuring

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1. Commentary by Elaine B. Holtz,  Host of Women's Spaces 

2. Guest Susan Lamont,

3. Diana Carpenter Madoshi , Co-Chair, Silent Sentinels October 5th 2024 Get Out the Vote

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1. Commentary by Elaine B. Holtz:  

Joining me on the phone will be Susan Lamont, a long-time peace activist. She will share information on a special showing of the film Where Olive Trees Weep - No One Is Free Until All Are Free. This film documents Dr. Gabor Maté's trauma-healing work with a group of women tortured in Israeli prisons during his 2022 trip to the West Bank. The violence did not begin in Gaza nor on October 7th, 2023. Understanding these events and their motivations is crucial.

I am truly honored to talk with my next guest, Diana Carpenter Madoshi. She organizes Women's History Month programs to educate the community about women's achievements. As an advocate and activist, Diana serves on nonprofit boards like the League of Women Voters in her county. A loving mother and grandmother, she encourages her family to "plant seeds" for future generations.

It's been an eventful week. Ken visited his family and attended the wedding of his nephew Aaron to Amanda; we wish them a joyous marriage.

Kamala Harris is now the presumptive candidate for President of the United States. Kudos to President Joe Biden for prioritizing the country and stepping down for this historic nomination. While I can't support a candidate, I believe it's time for a woman to lead our country. Harris, though not perfect, has significant skills. Women should rally to support her and hold her accountable. Her courage in running during this volatile time, especially for women, is admirable. As Harris said, "We will not go back."

Condolences to the family of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (1950–2024), who served Texas's 18th congressional district from 1995 until her death. A fearless advocate against racism and injustice, she was a remarkable and beautiful woman inside and out, one of the leaders we've been waiting for.

2. Our Guest Susan Lamont announces the showing of the film this evening, with doors opening at 6 pm, Where Olvie Trees Weap. Director Zaya Benazzo and Ashira Darwish, who appears in the film, will be present for discussion. The showing will be at the Christ Church United Methodist, 1717 Yulupa Ave, Santa Rosa, CA,. To participate via zoom for the film that begins at 6:30 pm: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81324566946#success . RSVP and Donation possibilities are at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/387d791f-efee-432e-b3e4-a7718c3600b4. This film documents a trip to the West Bank in 2022, when Dr. Gabor Maté did trauma-healing work with a group of women who were tortured in Israeli prisons. The violence did not begin in Gaza nor on October 7th, 2023.

About our Guest: Susan Lamont is a longtime peace and social justice activist, who is currently affiliated with Sonoma County's Green Party, Police Brutality Coalition and Veterans for Peace. She is also a writer, poet and photographer. I have to say she is an amazing writer and photographer. Susan is a regular guest and was my first guest on my television show in 2004. She was involved in helping to create the Independent Office of Law Enforcement and Outreach (LOLERO), worked diligently to get it on the ballot and it passed with over 60% of the vote and it continues to be a work in progress. In 2017 Susan Lamont had the honor of being placed on the Sebastopol, CA, Living Peace Wall. 

Guest Event:

RSVP  with donation possibilities at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/387d791f-efee-432e-b3e4-a7718c3600b4

To participate via Zoom, please consider making a donation at the above link, and use the following link for zoom:. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81324566946#success

For other screenings see the film's website:  https://whereolivetreesweep.com/

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3. Our guest, Diana Carpenter Madoshi, shares her extensive background in nursing and activism, highlighting her dedication to women’s issues and voting rights. Diana, a retired nurse with over 30 years of experience, has been a passionate volunteer and event coordinator for various nonprofits focusing on women’s rights. She is notably inspired by her mentor, women's rights activist Carol Norberg, with whom she co-chaired Women’s Equality Day parades.

Diana recounts how her involvement in activism intensified after being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, emphasizing that her mentors helped her realize she was not defined by her diagnosis. She stresses the importance of not letting one’s voice be muted, a guiding principle in her life.

The interview delves into Diana’s role in organizing events to promote voting rights. In 2020, she and her colleagues initiated a Silent Sentinel event inspired by the 1917 women’s suffragists who picketed the White House. This nonpartisan event involved participants silently holding signs that said "vote" to encourage voter participation. Diana shares her personal connection to this cause, highlighting the historical struggles and triumphs of Black women in the fight for voting rights.

Diana speaks passionately about the upcoming October 5th event of Silent Sentinels, aimed at increasing voter turnout. She urges people to participate in their communities, emphasizing the critical importance of the upcoming election for the future of democracy. Diana’s email and contact information for further participation are provided, encouraging listeners to get involved.

About our Guest: Diana Carpenter Madoshi earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Sacramento State University and retired after more than 30 years in the field. For over 20 years, she has volunteered as an event coordinator for nonprofits focusing on women's issues.

Passionate about women's suffrage history, she is inspired by undervalued community leaders and her mentor, women's rights activist Carol Norberg. Together, they co-chaired Women’s Equality Day parades to honor the sacrifices made for women's voting rights.

Known as a "go-to person," Diana co-founded and co-chaired the 2011 California Women Suffrage Centennial Committee, promoting events statewide. She organizes Women's History Month programs to educate the community about women's history and achievements. An advocate and activist, Diana serves on nonprofit boards like the League of Women Voters in her county. A loving mother and grandmother, she encourages her family to "plant seeds" for future generations.

Guest Links:

Diana.Madoshi1945@icloud.com

Email of Silent Sentinels: silentsentinels.oct5@gmail.com

Guest Event:

Click here to download pdf of Silent Sentinel Vote event flyer

The abpve Video of Silent Sentinels is YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pYGYudVTg34

Email of Silent Sentinels: silentsentinels.oct5@gmail.com

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Our History Is Our Strength

Check out important dates to remember in Herstory at the National Women's History Alliance, where the date descriptions were sourced unless otherwise indicated.

Special thank you to the National Women’s History Alliance for making women’s history alive. Shout out to Co-Founder and Retiring Executive Director, Molly McGregor who will be on the show when we celebrate Women’s History Month in March for making the fabulous list of Women in History where I get most of the info I present in this Herstory segment.

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Herstory Events:

August 6, 1965 – The Voting Rights Act outlaws the discriminatory literacy tests that had been used to prevent African Americans from voting. Suffrage is finally fully extended to African American women.

August 8, 1969 – Executive order 11478 issued by President Nixon requires each federal department and agency to establish and maintain an affirmative action program of equal employment opportunity for civilian employees and applicants,

August 10, 1993 – Ruth Bader Ginsburg is sworn in as the second woman and 107th Justice to serve on the US Supreme Court.

Herstory Birthdays:

August 6, 1886 (1916) – Inez Milholland Boissevain, a lawyer and suffrage leader; gowned in white and riding a white horse, she led a suffrage parade in Washington, DC, during Woodrow Wilson’s inauguration. See photo below:

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Announcements

Monday, August 5, 2024, doors open 6:00, movie at 6:30 pm,
Movie showing: Where Olive Trees Weep, Christ Church United Methodist, 1717 Yulupa Ave, Santa Rosa, CA, A searing window into the struggles and resilience of the Palestinian people under Israeli occupation. Director Zaya Benazzo and Ashira Darwish, who appears in the film, will be present for discussion. Free will donation. Sponsored by the Peace & Justice Center of Sonoma County. RSVP  with donation possibilities at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/387d791f-efee-432e-b3e4-a7718c3600b4

To participate via Zoom, please consider making a donation at the above link, and use the following link for zoom:. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81324566946#success

For other screenings see the film's website:  https://whereolivetreesweep.com/

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Saturday, August 10, 2024, 9 AM - 6:30 PM, National Organization for Women (NOW) - California Conference, at the Presbyterian Church of the Roses in Santa Rosa. To  register (it is free, but we need to plan for meals and seating), click here for Eventbrite.  To volunteer, have a booth, to sponsor - please contact NOW Sonoma County at info@nowsonoma.org, or see CA NOW's webpage at https://www.canow.org/2024-annual-conference/ .

The Conference can be attented via Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88335964103?pwd=rMDjgTYaF8X7xCtOaAA9hsN5er1WgX.1 

Meeting ID: 883 3596 4103 Passcode: 836205

The Press Democrat published an article on the Conference on 8/8/2024: https://www.pressdemocrat.com/.../now-conference-santa-rosa/

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Monday, August 12, 2024 11 AM PT # repeats 11 PM PT, the show will feature .  Radio KBBF 89.1 FM, North SF Bay or live streaming at https://kbbf.org/live

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Wednesday, August 14, 2024, 11 AM PT, repeat of Monday's show that will feature .  Radio KPCA 103.3 FM, Petaluma, CA. https://petalumacommunityaccess.org/kpca& 

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Wednesday, August 14, 2024 Peace and Justice Center issues new weekly list of events and links to community non-profit organizations. It includes ongoing peace protests: PJC website www.pjcsoco.org

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October 5, 2024, Silent Sentinels Encouraging Voting. Washington, DC and other localities.

Music Selections

The Opening and Closing Theme song The Woman in Your Life is You is done with permission of the Composer and Singer Alix Dobkin ((August 16, 1940 – May 19, 2021) Alix Dobkin death was just announced - Thank you for all you did for Lesbians to be recognized and Women to be honored. May you rest in peace. See our Interview with Alix Dobkin on 12/1/2014 and our Memorial to Alix Dobkin on 5/24/2021

The Woman in Your Life is You by Alix Dobkin from the album Living with Lavender Jane (2010 Women's Wax Works) - www.alixdobkin.com

My Vote, My Voice, sung by Kathleen Bartrand, from the single My Vote, My Voice (2020 Kibe Music).

The Times They Are a Changing, sung by The Brothers and Sisters from the album Dylans Gospels (Epic).

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