Title

Interview with Pam Schonauer

Description

Pam Schonauer discussing her experiences with a women’s retreat and community space, likely associated with Herland. Pam reflects on the role of music in the group's early days, highlighting its significance during the retreats, where concerts and performances by women’s musicians created an intimate, communal atmosphere. She notes that over time, the focus on music has diminished, possibly due to changes in leadership or the group's evolution. Pam discusses the evolving dynamics of the group, mentioning the shift from being a women-only space to a more inclusive environment, where a broader range of people now attend. She also addresses conflicts that arose around issues of personal freedom and behavior, particularly concerning sexual activity, nudity, and substance use. The challenge of maintaining a safe space for everyone is a central theme, as individuals with different needs, such as those in recovery, found certain behaviors uncomfortable or triggering.

interviewee

Pam Schonauer

interviewer

Dr. Lindsey Churchill

Date

2016

Language

English

uri

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4EV3w5L6vY&list=PLfobseV2uSi-XjCPXH3TsWYmJEnmvY1N6&index=11

Is Part Of

Herland Oral History Project

Herland Oral History Project

Relation

Herland Voice

Herland Sisters Resources

Herland Newsletter

Herland: Creating a Women's Community

Interview with Susan Bishop

Interview with Pat Reaves

Interview with Sally Blevins

Interview with Pam Schonauer

Interview with Margaret Cox

Interview with Marian Halsey and Kris Marek

Interview with Wahru Cleveland

Interview with Ginger McGovern

Interview with Peggy Johnson

Herland Group Interview

Interview with Jean Kelsey

Interview with Jo Soske

Interview with Terri Hoersch

Herland: Creating a Women's Community

Subject

LGBTQ+

Feminism

LGBTQ+

Lesbianism - Personal Stories

Lesbianism - Advocacy

Feminism - Personal Stories

Feminism - Advocacy