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51% #1757: Bridging the Gap

By Jesse King,
Jody Cowan
Published March 23, 2023 at 8:00 PM EDT
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Views from a third-floor window at the Kate Mullany House in Troy, New York.
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Views from a third-floor window at the Kate Mullany House in Troy, New York.
Jody Cowan
The Kate Mullany House in Troy, New York, was designated a national historic landmark in 1998.
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The Kate Mullany House in Troy, New York, was designated a national historic landmark in 1998.
Jody Cowan

On this week’s 51%, we take a look at the gender pay gap in the U.S., and speak with America Saves Director Kia McCallister-Young to learn how you can come up with a savings plan that fits your needs and leaves you feeling financially confident – no matter what life throws at you. We also learn about historic labor leader Kate Mullany, who founded the nation’s first all-female labor union, and take a tour of the Kate Mullany House in Troy, New York.

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Guest: Kia McCallister-Young, director of America Saves

You can access MIT's resources on career advisement and professional development here.

You can learn more about Brookdale Community College’s Women in Learning and Leadership (WILL) Program here.

51% is a national production of WAMC Northeast Public Radio in Albany, New York. Our host is Jesse King. Our associate producer is Jody Cowan, our executive producer is Dr. Alan Chartock, and our theme is “Lolita” by the Albany-based artist Girl Blue.

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Jesse King
Jesse King is the host of WAMC's national program on women's issues, "51%," and the station's bureau chief in the Hudson Valley. She has also produced episodes of the WAMC podcast "A New York Minute In History."
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Jody Cowan
One of the newest additions to the WAMC team, Jody Cowan has a naturally curious approach to media production and strong passion for story telling. Jody's work is currently showcased on the shows 51% and The Best of Our Knowledge.
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