What happens when women dare to question the systems designed to keep them small? Julianna Glasse knows firsthand. Once a Christian pop singer at the center of evangelical culture, she walked away from it all after realizing the cost of her silence and submission. When a man in her church sneered, “This is what happens when women read,” Julianna turned that insult into a global movement to reclaim the inherent worth of women and dismantle the internalized fear and shame that keeps them trapped.
But her story isn’t just about leaving religion. It’s about what every woman faces when she decides her worth isn’t defined by anyone else. It’s about courage, liberation, and the radical act of self-actualization.
Key Takeaways:
- Women who refuse silence change everything
- Autonomy is non-negotiable
- Systems built on control crumble when women rise
- Oppression wears many faces
- When one woman rises, she gives others the courage to do the same
Learn More About Julianna:
Website: thisiswhathappenswhenwomenread.org
Instagram: @juliannaglasse
LinkedIn: Julianna Glasse
About Our Guest:
Julianna Glasse is a dynamic thought leader, and the Founder and CEO of This Is What Happens When Women Read, a global initiative advancing women’s liberation through education and safe community. Formerly a celebrated Christian pop singer and author, she rose to prominence within evangelical circles and was even invited to perform at the 2017 National Prayer Breakfast hosted by Donald Trump. In the years that followed, she experienced a profound personal and ideological shift, ultimately leaving religion in 2019 and becoming a dedicated advocate for women’s rights and the LGBTQ+ community. An alumna of Oxford University, Julianna partners with Saïd Business School to fund scholarships for emerging feminist leaders. She also collaborates with global fashion houses, including Alexander McQueen and Gucci. Her forthcoming memoir, This Is What Happens When Women Read, explores her personal journey from indoctrination to liberation through literature and is slated for global release in 2026.
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