Program

"The world split open" is the title of a new anthology of women's poetry. In this program, Joan Larkin talks with Louise Bernikow, editor of the anthology. Program includes some of the poetry included in the anthology, recorded May 13, 1972 at WBAI at a Women's poetry reading, also entitled "The world split open".

This program explores the evolution of women's consciousness through poetry, prose, fiction, and non-fiction. The theme of this tape is masturbation. Produced by Irene Schram, Ellen Turner, Dorothy Engleman, and Linda Cohen of WBAI Women's Radio Workshop. Contains conversations, interviews, readings, and songs.

Evaluating the alternative to Dick and Jane-type Primers for Living in Amerika. Examined are recently published books for children that present a different view of the traditional roles that men, women and children play in society. We also explore how these new books are received by school boards, teachers, parents and of course, the children.

Michael Korda, author of "Male Chauvinism and How It Works in the Home and Office", talks with Barbara Cady about the mechanics of male dominance in the business world, and some counter-measures available for women. Contains sensitive material.

Margo St. James (born September 12, 1937), a self-described prostitute and sex-positive feminist, founded the organization COYOTE (Call Off Your Old Tired Ethics), which advocates decriminalization of prostitution. In this recording she discusses her work with COYOTE with Jan Legnitto of KPFA.