Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers

How can intentional storytelling and representation in the arts reshape societal narratives and inspire future generations?

Filmmaker Deborah Riley Draper joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock to share her journey from advertising to acclaimed documentarian. Known for her compelling storytelling, Deborah discusses the cultural impact of her work, including Versailles ’73: American Runway Revolution, which redefined diversity in fashion...

In this aspirational episode of Inside the She Cave with Cindy Glanzrock, Cindy delves into the extraordinary career of Donna Karan, a trailblazer in the fashion industry. From her iconic designs on 7th Avenue and New York’s runways to her transformative work with artisan communities in Haiti through Urban Zen, Karan’s vision seamlessly blends artistry, wellness, and community.

She reflects on her lifelong dedication to giving back,...

Breasts have been viewed differently across cultures, religions, and eras, symbolizing fertility and motherhood, while also being sexualized. 

Some societies celebrate breasts as symbols of beauty and power, while others cover them due to cultural or religious beliefs about femininity and morality. Over time, perceptions have evolved with changing views on gender, body image, and sexual freedom, influenced by media and pop culture. 

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The need for gender equality in leadership positions and the positive impact can have on society and the economy. Gloria Feldt has dedicated her life’s work to empowering women to take their fair and equal share of leadership positions across all sectors. She co-founded the organization “Take the Lead,”providing breakthrough training, mentoring and coaching role modeling, and thought leadership. Gloria shares details about the upco...

Carrie Rebora Barratt is the director of LongHouse Reserve, a 16-acre sanctuary in East Hampton, New York, renowned for its sculpture garden featuring over 60 artworks. Following the passing of the founder, Jack Lenor Larsen, a distinguished fabric weaver and textile designer, Carrie adeptly managed the transition, navigating the challenges of leadership and the grief accompanying such a loss.

With a rich background as an art histor...

Dominique Jackson (@dominiquet.a.r.jackson) boldly defines what it means to be a trailblazer, innovator and rule breaker.  She is famously known as Elektra Evangelista on the FX series “Pose,” as an icon in ballroom, a pageant queen, a runway model for Thierry Mugler and the Blonds, an activist and public speaker for the LGBTQ+community. Dominique speaks frankly about the need for support and inclusivity during her journey as a tra...

It's a narrative that transcends time immemorial and resonates with the true essence of a whaling village in Sag Harbor and it’s literary spirit. Kathryn Szoka, co-owner of the esteemed Canio's Books in Sag Harbor, joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock in a friendly and engaging conversation about the history and philosophy of Canio’s Bookstore, where the significance of tangible books, face-to-face connections and intimate ...

April Gornik, a true visionary who bends light both physically and philosophically, leaving an indelible mark on the world of art and community engagement. The landscape artist joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock for an intimate conversation about her artistic prowess over 40 years, from hard-edge abstractions to open landscapes that mirror the interplay of light and darkness in nature. April's canvas becomes a poetic expressio...

Reading books holds significant importance in society, as it plays a crucial role in shaping our culture, knowledge, and values. Few know this more than Jane Friedman, former CEO of Harper Collins Publishers, Worldwide; Co-founder, Open Road Integrated Media. She joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock for an intimate discussion about her storied career, from her early days at Alfred Knopf to becoming the President of the first Random H...

The transformative power of building educational institutions lies in its capacity to positively shape individuals, communities, and societies by providing opportunities, fostering personal and intellectual growth, and contributing to overall progress and development. It is an investment in the future, with far-reaching benefits for generations to come. Jennifer Raab is a true force in education, leading Hunter College in New York ...

Art has a transformative power, highlighting the power of inclusion and community. Christina Mossaides Strassfield, the ‘Let’s Get it Done’  Executive Director of Southampton Arts Center (SAC), celebrates the everlasting impact of art and culture. With 29 years of experience at Guild Hall, in East Hampton, serving as a museum director and chief curator, Christina reflects on her clear and direct path into the art world, beginning w...

Art transcends boundaries, both in terms of nature vs. nurture, concept and the medium.  Alice Aycock defies being a trailblazer, innovator, and rule breaker today by challenging traditional definitions of art and expanding the possibilities of the artistic expression.  She is a renowned American artist, especially known for her large scale abstract sculptural installations, as well as drawings and models. Her work spans a wide ran...

Women in the legal profession are are the ultimate trailblazers. Laurinda Martins is a highly accomplished partner at the global law firm Fried Frank (Fried, Frank, Harris Shriver, and Jacobson LLP). She joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock for an intimate conversation about her early aspirations of wanting to become a lawyer at age 10, and her drive to become a partner early on in her career. She openes up about her work covering co...

Art helps open our eyes to injustice and convey powerful new visions and possibilities. Renée Cox is a Jamaican-born African-American artist known for her provocative photographs, 3D visuals and multimedia videos that address racism and sexism in society. Her work is often described as controversial because of her interpretations with nothing to hide. She is known for using her body to celebrate black womanhood including her first ...

Modern Dance was born in America during the turn of the 20th century when a number of choreographers and dancers rebelled against the rigid academic dance establishment, and instead expressed a free-form dance environment celebrating woman. Isadora Duncan is one of the “Mothers of Modern Dance,” expressing soft and flowing movements and bright costumes. Today, Lori Belilove embodies Isadora’s life and work as the founder and Artist...

Dance can expose human emotion through movement, and there is no one who achieves that philosophy more than the Martha Graham Dance Company, a world leader in the evolving art form of modern dance since its founding in 1926. Martha Graham was a visionary of the 20th century, often considered an artistic force and icon for revolutionizing dance and theater.  A former company dancer herself, Janet Eilber has been the artistic directo...

Former Congresswoman Elizabeth Holtzman was once the youngest woman elected to Congress and went on to serve in government for nearly three decades. Her impressive resume speaks for itself - from congresswoman and district attorney in Brooklyn to NYC comptroller and later a practicing lawyer - and her decades-long work for justice and equality is written about in history books. She joins host Cindy Glanzrock in a powerful conversat...

Former Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney was first elected to Congress in 1992 and served more than three decades representing the state of New York. She has an extensive list of accomplishments from 9/11 recovery and national security issues like gun control to infrastructure and healthcare. Of special note is her charge for women and minorities in which she has spent her entire career working to advance women’s rights. She joins podc...

Strength, determination to survive, zest for life, humor and courage – all define Elizabeth Bellak (born Ariana Spiegel), a 92-year-old Holocaust survivor, who along with her daughter Alexandra Bellak, joins podcast host Cindy Glanzrock, in a moving conversation about her life in Poland as a prominent child film star before World War II. She reflects on the harrowing story of her sister Renia’s murder during the war, and the discov...