Lesbian Herstory Archives AudioVisual Collections

Discussion on Waitressing

Item

LC056Audition.jpeg

Title

Discussion on Waitressing

Description

Recording starts with an introduction from the Feminist Radio Network, with female vocalizing, singing, and performing. The recording then begins to talk about women in the food service industry, and the statistics of how many women are waitresses. Upon interviewing a waitress, the conversation moves towards the low wages, and need for unionization in waitressing, since there is such a reliance on tips. Segueing through empowering music, the discussion shifts to women’s speeches, performances and testimonies on women’s liberation. The recording then moves on to a panel with Maxine Kumin, Grace Paley, and Alice Walker, discussing their thoughts on women’s writing.

Creator

Feminist Radio Network

Date

n/d

Rights

Not to be used for publication without the express written consent of Liza Cowan. Contact the Lesbian Herstory Archive for Liza Cowan's contact information.

Language

English

Identifier

LC056

Physical Format

1/4" open reel audio

Digital Format

.wav file

Duration

00:36:10

Citation

Feminist Radio Network, “Discussion on Waitressing,” Lesbian Herstory Archives AudioVisual Collections, accessed March 28, 2024, http://herstories.prattinfoschool.nyc/omeka/items/show/1030.