Beauty Shop Fodder: Cabinet Picks And Reality TV January 9, 2013 • The Beauty Shop ladies weigh in on President Obama's national security nominations. They also talk about whether reality television has sunk to a new low this season with shows about rural partying and baby mamas.
Would Armed Guards Make School Safer? December 26, 2012 • The Beauty Shop ladies weigh in the ongoing gun control debate, including the National Rifle Association's suggestion to post armed guards at schools. Guest host Celeste Headlee speaks with Maria Teresa Kumar from Voto Latino, Bridget Johnson of PJ Media, economist Julianne Malveaux, and attorney Gayle Trotter.
Newtown: How Much Media Coverage Is Too Much? December 19, 2012 • The Beauty Shop ladies offer their thoughts about the Newtown shooting, including the implications for gun policy, the media, and American families. Host Michel Martin is joined by policy analyst Michelle Bernard, Melinda Henneberger of The Washington Post, blogger Viviana Hurtado and Democratic strategist Maria Cardona.
Violence Against Women Act Still In Limbo December 12, 2012 • Besides the congressional budget, lawmakers are also at an impasse when it comes to the Violence Against Women Act. Host Michel Martin talks with the beauty shop ladies about whether the bill should expand protections for gay people, immigrants and Native Americans.
Hillary 2016? November 28, 2012 • Hillary Clinton is winding down her tenure as U.S. Secretary of State. Host Michel Martin and the Beauty Shop ladies read the tea leaves on whether Clinton is poised for a 2016 presidential run or if she'd rather kick back and watch home decorating shows.
What Petraeus Scandal Could Mean For Working Women November 14, 2012 • The CIA, an extramarital affair, and shirtless photos — host Michel Martin and the Beauty Shop ladies weigh in on the scandal surrounding former CIA chief David Petraeus. They discuss who is involved, who risked the most, and what the fallout might be.
Superstorm Sandy: Before, During And Beyond Was The Storm A Political Trick Or Treat? October 31, 2012 • It's Halloween and the presidential campaigns are going door-to-door, trying to scare up more supporters. Host Michel Martin and the Beauty Shop ladies discuss whether superstorm Sandy has dampened those plans. Plus, with just days left until the election, reports of voter mishaps and misinformation are on the rise.
Debate Talk: Too Hot, Too Cold, Or Just Right? October 17, 2012 • After Tuesday night's presidential debate, the journalists and commentators in the Beauty Shop weigh in on whether the verbal punches and tough tone between the candidates might turn off female voters.
Does The Terminator Have A Future In Politics? October 3, 2012 • Host Michel Martin and the Beauty Shop ladies discuss Arnold Schwarzenegger's tell-all memoir. The book details his highs and lows, including fathering a child with his housekeeper. The ladies also weigh in on IKEA's decision to leave women out of catalogs in Saudi Arabia.
Does Nicki Minaj Have The Chops For 'Idol'? September 19, 2012 • Host Michel Martin and the ladies of the Beauty Shop roundtable weigh in on the impact that the video of GOP candidate Mitt Romney might have on the election. They also discuss whether rapper Nicki Minaj has the singing chops to judge the big voices on American Idol.
Did Ann Romney Win Hearts, And Votes? August 29, 2012 • The Beauty Shop ladies take a look at what women voters want in this year's elections. Host Michel Martin checks in with Keli Goff, political correspondent for The Root, Texas Republican delegate to the GOP convention Lisa Roper, and Janice Crouse of Concerned Women For America.
Todd Akin, Should He Stay Or Should He Go? August 22, 2012 • The Beauty Shop ladies discuss whether Republican Senate candidate Todd Akin is hurting the GOP. Plus the ladies weigh in on Augusta National Golf Club allowing two women members for the first time in its 80 year history. Guest host Viviana Hurtado checks in with journalists Bridget Johnson, Danielle Belton, and Mary Kate Cary.
Should Sally Ride Have Come Out? July 25, 2012 • The Beauty Shop ladies weigh in on the passing of astronaut Sally Ride and why her death has become a political issue. They also discuss the shootings in Aurora, Colorado. Host Michel Martin checks in with blogger Viviana Hurtado, editors Bridget Johnson and Danielle Belton and Deepa Iyer of South Asian Americans Leading Together.
Is Outreach To Latina Voters Pandering? July 11, 2012 • First Lady Michelle Obama sat down with a group of Latina bloggers yesterday as the Obama campaign continues its outreach to the Hispanic community. The ladies in the Beauty Shop take up that topic and they also discuss teens and birth control. Guest host Maria Hinojosa checks in with columnist Mary Kate Cary, Democratic strategist Maria Cardona and bloggers Viviana Hurtado and Danielle Belton.
Women Having It All: A Feminist Fantasy? June 27, 2012 • The Beauty Shop ladies weigh in on a new article that's reignited the debate about whether women can have it all — and what that even means for different women. Guest host Viviana Hurtado checks in with PJ Media editor Bridget Johnson, blogger Danielle Belton, and Deepa Iyer of South Asian Americans Leading Together.