Cathy Schulman

showrunner, “The First Lady”

Guest

Academy Award-winning producer, president and CEO of Welle Entertainment, president of Women in Film.

Cathy Schulman on KCRW

Showtime’s “The First Lady” reveals the private lives of Michelle Obama, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Betty Ford, and how they navigated expectations in the White House.

How Michelle Obama, Eleanor Roosevelt, Betty Ford navigated White House

Showtime’s “The First Lady” reveals the private lives of Michelle Obama, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Betty Ford, and how they navigated expectations in the White House.

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Actress Katherine Kendall is one of about two dozen women who have accused now-ousted studio executive Harvey Weinstein of rape or sexual harassment.

After Harvey Weinstein's ouster, will Hollywood change its sexism culture?

Actress Katherine Kendall is one of about two dozen women who have accused now-ousted studio executive Harvey Weinstein of rape or sexual harassment.

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Last year, of the 250 top-grossing films at the domestic box office, only about 15 were directed by women. And only one woman has ever won an Oscar for Best Director. What’s the deal?

Where Are the Women Directors in Hollywood?

Last year, of the 250 top-grossing films at the domestic box office, only about 15 were directed by women. And only one woman has ever won an Oscar for Best Director. What’s the deal?

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