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Hoorah for the Bra

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This episode is guaranteed to lift, separate and support, as we feature a topic close to every woman's heart: The bra. And Patrica discusses the history of the bra, as well as its place in women's history and culture with Cheree Berry, author of
Hoorah for the Bra
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Episode Segments

Author Cheree Berry

Cheree tells Pat about her inspirations for writing the book, and the love/ hate relationship women have with their bras. She also gives the history of the bra from its humble beginnings.

More History of the Bra

Cheree talks about how the bra has paralleled what we have been through as women, and also talks about how a man's undergarment was transformed into the first bra.

The Politics of the Bra

Cheree discusses how the bra has been used as both a social and political statement, how it has been used as art, and why getting fitted every few years is so important. Cheree also talks about her stationary company.

Guest(s) Appearing on this Episode

Cheree Berry

CHEREE BERRY is a designer who specializes in wedding invitations, baby announcements, and personalized stationery for a growing clientele. Formerly a designer at Kate Spade in New York City, she has just launched her own personal paper line, Cheree Berry Paper. She lives in St. Louis\'s Central West End.

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