episode 1: an introduction to the podcast

hat is feminism, and are there tools, tips, and tricks that can help women live more authentically and with greater ease in a world still grappling with patriarchy?

In this episode of the Hacking the Patriarchy Podcast, Dawn Bowes, owner of Be/come Coaching joins us. Dawn loves helping people realize their wildest dreams, create a balanced and meaningful life, and uplevel their careers without the stress. She has spent the majority of her career in the education and wellness industries, gaining experiences in areas such as burnout recovery, wellness, and career coaching. While counseling and career coaching are her primary job functions by day, Dawn also enjoys traveling, learning new things, and trying great food.

• Promote equality by embracing feminism’s belief in women’s equality without superiority, emphasizing equal opportunities in education, government, law, and all spaces.
• Recognize the cultural specificity of how men and women show up in the world, understanding that definitions of femininity and feminism vary across regions.
• Challenge learned behaviors and societal expectations that shape gender differences by dismantling gender-based expectations, especially in childhood education, allowing children to express themselves without being confined by stereotypes.
• Address gender equality through intersectionality by recruiting individuals from diverse backgrounds and fostering an inclusive environment that values everyone’s ideas and contributions.

• 02:44 Hacking the Patriarchy: Strategies for Women
• 03:20 Gender Identity and Societal Expectations
• 07:55 Intersectionality and Representation
• 09:17 Challenges and Pushback in DEI Efforts
• 12:27 Economic and Political Leverage for Change
• 14:49 Allyship and Innovative Support Strategies
• 15:49 Listening to Marginalized Voices
• 16:31 Navigating the Boardroom and Advocacy
• 17:06 Zone of Excellence vs. Zone of Genius
• 17:48 Masculine and Feminine Energy
• 20:19 Networking and Career Hacks
• 24:12 Balancing Feminine and Masculine Energies
• 26:46 Dismantling Systems of Oppression

Hi, y’all! I’m Raven O’Neal, a diversely curious serial entrepreneur with over a decade of experience. But the fun doesn’t stop there. I’m also a mentor, wife, mother, and business expert. I see my business as an extension of all my personal and professional life experiences, embracing growth and learning from a few fumbles along the way.

Throughout my business journey, I’ve supported over 500 female-led startups, advised more than 200 founders 1:1, and played a role in facilitating over $100M in funding. My calling is to help women transform their businesses and lives through collaboration and partnerships. I look forward to being with you every step of the way on your journey to growth and transformation. If you want to join the conversation, be sure to hit Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.