The History Chicks : A Women's History Podcast https://thehistorychicks.com en © Copyright - The History Chicks, LLC Two women. Half the population. Several thousand years of history. About an hour. Join us on an award-winning journey through herstory! The History Chicks celebrates the lives of remarkable women from ancient times to the modern day, exploring women’s history in engaging episodes full of deep research, pop culture references, and the occasional tumble down a rabbit hole. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/2278d116-781a-11ee-836b-db01aeb16bfe/image/1631b724b4ce39f8ce97c1c8ac40ee0d.jpeg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress The History Chicks : A Women's History Podcast https://thehistorychicks.com no episodic The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Two women. Half the population. Several thousand years of history. About an hour. Join us on an award-winning journey through herstory! The History Chicks celebrates the lives of remarkable women from ancient times to the modern day, exploring women’s history in engaging episodes full of deep research, pop culture references, and the occasional tumble down a rabbit hole. Two women. Half the population. Several thousand years of history. About an hour. Join us on an award-winning journey through herstory! The History Chicks celebrates the lives of remarkable women from ancient times to the modern day, exploring women’s history in engaging episodes full of deep research, pop culture references, and the occasional tumble down a rabbit hole.

]]> The History Chicks | AIRWAVE chicks@thehistorychicks.com Laura Ingalls Wilder: The Do-over, Part Three At last, at last! We have arrived at the part of her story that Laura Ingalls Wilder is most famous for; her series of eight (not yet nine!) books which tell decades of readers the romanticized story of young Laura's childhood during the turbulent time of the American frontier. If you hadn't heard about her long vertical learning curve to get here, and her history of farm journalism, you might think she was an overnight success at the age of 65 - but we know better! We'll take you through the creation of her beloved series in this, our final Laura episode in the "do-over", and how she became an American icon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 Laura Ingalls Wilder: The Do-over, Part Three full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE At last, at last! We have arrived at the part of her story that Laura Ingalls Wilder is most famous for; her series of eight (not yet nine!) books which tell decades of readers the romanticized story of young Laura's childhood during the turbulent time of the American frontier. If you hadn't heard about her long vertical learning curve to get here, and her history of farm journalism, you might think she was an overnight success at the age of 65 - but we know better! We'll take you through the creation of her beloved series in this, our final Laura episode in the "do-over", and how she became an American icon. At last, at last! We have arrived at the part of her story that Laura Ingalls Wilder is most famous for; her series of eight (not yet nine!) books which tell decades of readers the romanticized story of young Laura's childhood during the turbulent time of the American frontier. If you hadn't heard about her long vertical learning curve to get here, and her history of farm journalism, you might think she was an overnight success at the age of 65 - but we know better! We'll take you through the creation of her beloved series in this, our final Laura episode in the "do-over", and how she became an American icon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices At last, at last! We have arrived at the part of her story that Laura Ingalls Wilder is most famous for; her series of eight (not yet nine!) books which tell decades of readers the romanticized story of young Laura's childhood during the turbulent time of the American frontier.

If you hadn't heard about her long vertical learning curve to get here, and her history of farm journalism, you might think she was an overnight success at the age of 65 - but we know better!

We'll take you through the creation of her beloved series in this, our final Laura episode in the "do-over", and how she became an American icon.


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]]> 5828 no Laura Ingalls Wilder: The Do-over, Part Two Laura Ingalls Wilder's books inspired us as children with a fascination for history. And her story has been with us since the beginning of the podcast, all of those years ago. She has deserved a second look from us for a long time! In part two of our series, we leave the Laura we are all familiar with from her pioneer stories and head off into a grittier chapter in her life. Tragedy seemed to stalk Laura and Almanzo relentlessly, until at last they found a home in the Ozarks near Mansfield, Missouri. We'll tell you about Laura's writing career BEFORE the one she's famous for, and the struggles that brought her to the precipice of glory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 10 Apr 2026 03:11:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Laura Ingalls Wilder's books inspired us as children with a fascination for history. And her story has been with us since the beginning of the podcast, all of those years ago. She has deserved a second look from us for a long time! In part two of our series, we leave the Laura we are all familiar with from her pioneer stories and head off into a grittier chapter in her life. Tragedy seemed to stalk Laura and Almanzo relentlessly, until at last they found a home in the Ozarks near Mansfield, Missouri. We'll tell you about Laura's writing career BEFORE the one she's famous for, and the struggles that brought her to the precipice of glory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Laura Ingalls Wilder's books inspired us as children with a fascination for history. And her story has been with us since the beginning of the podcast, all of those years ago. She has deserved a second look from us for a long time!

In part two of our series, we leave the Laura we are all familiar with from her pioneer stories and head off into a grittier chapter in her life. Tragedy seemed to stalk Laura and Almanzo relentlessly, until at last they found a home in the Ozarks near Mansfield, Missouri. We'll tell you about Laura's writing career BEFORE the one she's famous for, and the struggles that brought her to the precipice of glory.

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]]> 5770 no Laura Ingalls Wilder: The Do-over, Part One Once upon a time, back in 2011, we shared the story of Laura Ingalls Wilder, beloved author of the Little House series and chronicler of life on the US prairie in the late 1800s. Now, 15 years later, we thought it was time to revisit her with our 2026 eyes (and the mountain of information about her that has been revealed since.) Laura wrote her books based on her life, but how much weight is "based on" carrying? Find out in this episode as we tell her story over the same time span that would later be the setting of her books. She lived a very long life; we'll share the rest of her years in Part Two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 26 Mar 2026 04:22:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Once upon a time, back in 2011, we shared the story of Laura Ingalls Wilder, beloved author of the Little House series and chronicler of life on the US prairie in the late 1800s. Now, 15 years later, we thought it was time to revisit her with our 2026 eyes (and the mountain of information about her that has been revealed since.) Laura wrote her books based on her life, but how much weight is "based on" carrying? Find out in this episode as we tell her story over the same time span that would later be the setting of her books. She lived a very long life; we'll share the rest of her years in Part Two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Once upon a time, back in 2011, we shared the story of Laura Ingalls Wilder, beloved author of the Little House series and chronicler of life on the US prairie in the late 1800s. Now, 15 years later, we thought it was time to revisit her with our 2026 eyes (and the mountain of information about her that has been revealed since.) Laura wrote her books based on her life, but how much weight is "based on" carrying? Find out in this episode as we tell her story over the same time span that would later be the setting of her books. She lived a very long life; we'll share the rest of her years in Part Two.


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]]> 7593 no Boudica Boudica (formerly known as Boadicea ) was a first‑century Celtic queen of the Iceni tribe in what’s now eastern England. After the Roman Empire seized her late husband’s kingdom and brutalized her family, she rallied a massive coalition of tribes and led one of the most famous uprisings in Roman Britain. Her forces burned several Roman towns, including Londinium, and for a brief moment in history she shook the empire’s confidence. Boudicca’s fame endures as a symbol of resistance, leadership, and fierce defiance against oppression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 13 Mar 2026 03:55:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Boudica (formerly known as Boadicea ) was a first‑century Celtic queen of the Iceni tribe in what’s now eastern England. After the Roman Empire seized her late husband’s kingdom and brutalized her family, she rallied a massive coalition of tribes and led one of the most famous uprisings in Roman Britain. Her forces burned several Roman towns, including Londinium, and for a brief moment in history she shook the empire’s confidence. Boudicca’s fame endures as a symbol of resistance, leadership, and fierce defiance against oppression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Boudica (formerly known as Boadicea ) was a first‑century Celtic queen of the Iceni tribe in what’s now eastern England. After the Roman Empire seized her late husband’s kingdom and brutalized her family, she rallied a massive coalition of tribes and led one of the most famous uprisings in Roman Britain. Her forces burned several Roman towns, including Londinium, and for a brief moment in history she shook the empire’s confidence. Boudicca’s fame endures as a symbol of resistance, leadership, and fierce defiance against oppression.

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]]> 4486 no Bonus: History Chicks History To celebrate International Women's Day on March 8th, and Women's History Month during all of March, we have a short message for you all. We couldn't possibly narrow down one or even 31 women to honor this month, so we'll keep honoring as many as we can, 12 months a year, just like we have been for the last 15 years. xo Susan and Beckett Find a woman to celebrate from our extensive catalog of podcasts on our website, thehistorychicks.com, or however you get your podcasts. Share this mini-episode with a friend, or, if you are so inspired, take a gander at our merch shop, and help support our work. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 06 Mar 2026 22:06:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE To celebrate International Women's Day on March 8th, and Women's History Month during all of March, we have a short message for you all. We couldn't possibly narrow down one or even 31 women to honor this month, so we'll keep honoring as many as we can, 12 months a year, just like we have been for the last 15 years. xo Susan and Beckett Find a woman to celebrate from our extensive catalog of podcasts on our website, thehistorychicks.com, or however you get your podcasts. Share this mini-episode with a friend, or, if you are so inspired, take a gander at our merch shop, and help support our work. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices To celebrate International Women's Day on March 8th, and Women's History Month during all of March, we have a short message for you all. We couldn't possibly narrow down one or even 31 women to honor this month, so we'll keep honoring as many as we can, 12 months a year, just like we have been for the last 15 years. xo Susan and Beckett


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]]> 431 Dovey Johnson Roundtree Dovey Johnson Roundtree grew up in the Jim Crow era South and carried her grandmother’s philosophy of "find a way or make one” as her armor into every challenge she faced. She became one of the first Black women in the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps during World War II, then earned her law degree at Howard and built dual careers as a civil‑rights attorney and as a minister in the AME church. In 1955, she helped win a landmark bus‑desegregation case before the Interstate Commerce Commission, which was a quiet but powerful blow to the concept of “separate but equal.” She spent decades fighting for justice in Washington, D.C., and lived to 104, leaving behind a legacy of unshakable purpose and inspiration for future generations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 27 Feb 2026 04:48:00 -0000 Dovey Johnson Roundtree full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Dovey Johnson Roundtree grew up in the Jim Crow era South and carried her grandmother’s philosophy of "find a way or make one” as her armor into every challenge she faced. She became one of the first Black women in the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps during World War II, then earned her law degree at Howard and built dual careers as a civil‑rights attorney and as a minister in the AME church. In 1955, she helped win a landmark bus‑desegregation case before the Interstate Commerce Commission, which was a quiet but powerful blow to the concept of “separate but equal.” She spent decades fighting for justice in Washington, D.C., and lived to 104, leaving behind a legacy of unshakable purpose and inspiration for future generations. Dovey Johnson Roundtree grew up in the Jim Crow era South and carried her grandmother’s philosophy of "find a way or make one” as her armor into every challenge she faced. She became one of the first Black women in the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps during World War II, then earned her law degree at Howard and built dual careers as a civil‑rights attorney and as a minister in the AME church. In 1955, she helped win a landmark bus‑desegregation case before the Interstate Commerce Commission, which was a quiet but powerful blow to the concept of “separate but equal.” She spent decades fighting for justice in Washington, D.C., and lived to 104, leaving behind a legacy of unshakable purpose and inspiration for future generations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Dovey Johnson Roundtree grew up in the Jim Crow era South and carried her grandmother’s philosophy of "find a way or make one” as her armor into every challenge she faced. She became one of the first Black women in the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps during World War II, then earned her law degree at Howard and built dual careers as a civil‑rights attorney and as a minister in the AME church. In 1955, she helped win a landmark bus‑desegregation case before the Interstate Commerce Commission, which was a quiet but powerful blow to the concept of “separate but equal.” She spent decades fighting for justice in Washington, D.C., and lived to 104, leaving behind a legacy of unshakable purpose and inspiration for future generations.

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]]> 7401 no Odetta Odetta was one of the defining voices of American folk music. Though she had been trained in classical music, she was drawn to spirituals, work songs, traditional ballads, and blues. These songs told the stories of true life - of struggle and of those that overcame oppression. Odetta used her theater training and deep resonant voice to bring these messages to life. Her work inspired later artists like Bob Dylan and Joan Baez, served as a soundtrack for the social reforms of the 1960s, and led to her honorary title as "The Voice of the Civil Rights Movement." There are still a few spaces open on our fall Field Trips to the Loire Valley, and Italy! For information and to register, visit Like Minds Travel. We hope to see you there! For links and codes to advertised products, visit our website's sponsor page at thehistorychicks.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:58:00 -0000 Odetta full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Odetta was one of the defining voices of American folk music. Though she had been trained in classical music, she was drawn to spirituals, work songs, traditional ballads, and blues. These songs told the stories of true life - of struggle and of those that overcame oppression. Odetta used her theater training and deep resonant voice to bring these messages to life. Her work inspired later artists like Bob Dylan and Joan Baez, served as a soundtrack for the social reforms of the 1960s, and led to her honorary title as "The Voice of the Civil Rights Movement." Odetta was one of the defining voices of American folk music. Though she had been trained in classical music, she was drawn to spirituals, work songs, traditional ballads, and blues. These songs told the stories of true life - of struggle and of those that overcame oppression. Odetta used her theater training and deep resonant voice to bring these messages to life. Her work inspired later artists like Bob Dylan and Joan Baez, served as a soundtrack for the social reforms of the 1960s, and led to her honorary title as "The Voice of the Civil Rights Movement." There are still a few spaces open on our fall Field Trips to the Loire Valley, and Italy! For information and to register, visit Like Minds Travel. We hope to see you there! For links and codes to advertised products, visit our website's sponsor page at thehistorychicks.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Odetta was one of the defining voices of American folk music. Though she had been trained in classical music, she was drawn to spirituals, work songs, traditional ballads, and blues. These songs told the stories of true life - of struggle and of those that overcame oppression. Odetta used her theater training and deep resonant voice to bring these messages to life. Her work inspired later artists like Bob Dylan and Joan Baez, served as a soundtrack for the social reforms of the 1960s, and led to her honorary title as "The Voice of the Civil Rights Movement."


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]]> 5785 no Grandma Moses Grandma Moses spent most of her life living on family farms in upstate New York, raising a large family and running a household. She was known in her neighborhood for her award-winning preserves and pickles... not her embroidered artwork! It wasn’t until her late seventies, when arthritis made needlework too painful, that she rediscovered her childhood love of painting and created the style that would make her famous. Her nostalgic scenes of rural life caught the eye of collectors, then museums, then the world, turning her into an international art sensation in her eighties and nineties. Grandma Moses kept painting until just before her death at 101, leaving behind a body of work that reshaped how Americans think about creativity, aging, and the history of our country. Registration is now open for our Field Trip to the Loire Valley in France (August 23-31, 2026) and our Field Trip to Italy (October 7-14.) Visit Like Minds Travel for information and to register! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:25:00 -0000 Grandma Moses full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Grandma Moses spent most of her life living on family farms in upstate New York, raising a large family and running a household. She was known in her neighborhood for her award-winning preserves and pickles... not her embroidered artwork! It wasn’t until her late seventies, when arthritis made needlework too painful, that she rediscovered her childhood love of painting and created the style that would make her famous. Her nostalgic scenes of rural life caught the eye of collectors, then museums, then the world, turning her into an international art sensation in her eighties and nineties. Grandma Moses kept painting until just before her death at 101, leaving behind a body of work that reshaped how Americans think about creativity, aging, and the history of our country. Grandma Moses spent most of her life living on family farms in upstate New York, raising a large family and running a household. She was known in her neighborhood for her award-winning preserves and pickles... not her embroidered artwork! It wasn’t until her late seventies, when arthritis made needlework too painful, that she rediscovered her childhood love of painting and created the style that would make her famous. Her nostalgic scenes of rural life caught the eye of collectors, then museums, then the world, turning her into an international art sensation in her eighties and nineties. Grandma Moses kept painting until just before her death at 101, leaving behind a body of work that reshaped how Americans think about creativity, aging, and the history of our country. Registration is now open for our Field Trip to the Loire Valley in France (August 23-31, 2026) and our Field Trip to Italy (October 7-14.) Visit Like Minds Travel for information and to register! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grandma Moses spent most of her life living on family farms in upstate New York, raising a large family and running a household. She was known in her neighborhood for her award-winning preserves and pickles... not her embroidered artwork!

It wasn’t until her late seventies, when arthritis made needlework too painful, that she rediscovered her childhood love of painting and created the style that would make her famous. Her nostalgic scenes of rural life caught the eye of collectors, then museums, then the world, turning her into an international art sensation in her eighties and nineties.

Grandma Moses kept painting until just before her death at 101, leaving behind a body of work that reshaped how Americans think about creativity, aging, and the history of our country.


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]]> 7593 no Ona Judge, 2026 Ona Judge defied one of the most revered historical figures in America in order to escape the institution of slavery. Though she spent the rest of her life as a fugitive, she managed to direct her own existence on her own terms; answering to no one, free at last. This episode was recorded just before our 2023 Washington D.C. Field Trip where we were able to visit Mount Vernon and pay our respects at the African American Burial Ground and Memorial. For more information on that, visit Mount Vernon's website and our shownotes for this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:02:00 -0000 bonus The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Ona Judge defied one of the most revered historical figures in America in order to escape the institution of slavery. Though she spent the rest of her life as a fugitive, she managed to direct her own existence on her own terms; answering to no one, free at last. This episode was recorded just before our 2023 Washington D.C. Field Trip where we were able to visit Mount Vernon and pay our respects at the African American Burial Ground and Memorial. For more information on that, visit Mount Vernon's website and our shownotes for this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ona Judge defied one of the most revered historical figures in America in order to escape the institution of slavery. Though she spent the rest of her life as a fugitive, she managed to direct her own existence on her own terms; answering to no one, free at last.


This episode was recorded just before our 2023 Washington D.C. Field Trip where we were able to visit Mount Vernon and pay our respects at the African American Burial Ground and Memorial. For more information on that, visit Mount Vernon's website and our shownotes for this episode.

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]]> 6428 no Mother Jones Mother Jones lived one of the most dramatic second acts in American history. Though her early life was shaped by poverty, immigration, and repeated personal tragedies, she reinvented herself in middle age as a warrior for justice. She was a fearless labor organizer - an electrifying speaker who rallied coal miners, steelworkers, railroad shopmen, and exploited children to stand up for their rights. She once earned the label “The Most Dangerous Woman in America” for standing firm against powerful corporate and government pressures. Her work can still be felt in the labor protections, organizing strategies, and economic justice movements around the world. Mother Jones proved that one single, relentless voice... armed with purpose, strategic fury, and above all stamina - could shake the foundations of society. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 15 Jan 2026 02:19:00 -0000 Mother Jones full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Mother Jones lived one of the most dramatic second acts in American history. Though her early life was shaped by poverty, immigration, and repeated personal tragedies, she reinvented herself in middle age as a warrior for justice. She was a fearless labor organizer—an electrifying speaker who rallied coal miners, steelworkers, railroad shopmen, and exploited children to stand up for their rights. She once earned the label “The Most Dangerous Woman in America” for standing firm against powerful corporate and government pressures. Her work can still be felt in the labor protections, organizing strategies, and economic justice movements around the world. Mother Jones proved that one single, relentless voice—armed with purpose, strategic fury, and above all stamina—could shake the foundations of society. Mother Jones lived one of the most dramatic second acts in American history. Though her early life was shaped by poverty, immigration, and repeated personal tragedies, she reinvented herself in middle age as a warrior for justice. She was a fearless labor organizer - an electrifying speaker who rallied coal miners, steelworkers, railroad shopmen, and exploited children to stand up for their rights. She once earned the label “The Most Dangerous Woman in America” for standing firm against powerful corporate and government pressures. Her work can still be felt in the labor protections, organizing strategies, and economic justice movements around the world. Mother Jones proved that one single, relentless voice... armed with purpose, strategic fury, and above all stamina - could shake the foundations of society. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mother Jones lived one of the most dramatic second acts in American history. Though her early life was shaped by poverty, immigration, and repeated personal tragedies, she reinvented herself in middle age as a warrior for justice.

She was a fearless labor organizer - an electrifying speaker who rallied coal miners, steelworkers, railroad shopmen, and exploited children to stand up for their rights. She once earned the label “The Most Dangerous Woman in America” for standing firm against powerful corporate and government pressures. Her work can still be felt in the labor protections, organizing strategies, and economic justice movements around the world.

Mother Jones proved that one single, relentless voice... armed with purpose, strategic fury, and above all stamina - could shake the foundations of society.

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]]> 6717 no Martha Gellhorn Martha Gellhorn was one of the most influential war correspondents of the 20th century. Over the course of a 60-year career, she reported from nearly every major global conflict - the Spanish Civil War, World War II, Vietnam, and more. In her work, she focused a compassionate eye on the lives of ordinary people caught up in turmoil beyond their control, and this made her coverage uniquely powerful. Her personal bravery and determination made her into a legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 23 Dec 2025 18:07:00 -0000 Martha Gellhorn full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Martha Gellhorn was one of the most influential war correspondents of the 20th century. Over the course of a 60-year career, she reported from nearly every major global conflict - the Spanish Civil War, World War II, Vietnam, and more. in her work, she focused a compassionate eye on the lives of ordinary people caught up in turmoil beyond their control, and this made her coverage uniquely powerful. Her personal bravery and determination made her into a legend. Martha Gellhorn was one of the most influential war correspondents of the 20th century. Over the course of a 60-year career, she reported from nearly every major global conflict - the Spanish Civil War, World War II, Vietnam, and more. In her work, she focused a compassionate eye on the lives of ordinary people caught up in turmoil beyond their control, and this made her coverage uniquely powerful. Her personal bravery and determination made her into a legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Martha Gellhorn was one of the most influential war correspondents of the 20th century. Over the course of a 60-year career, she reported from nearly every major global conflict - the Spanish Civil War, World War II, Vietnam, and more. In her work, she focused a compassionate eye on the lives of ordinary people caught up in turmoil beyond their control, and this made her coverage uniquely powerful. Her personal bravery and determination made her into a legend.

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]]> 8297 no Martha Washington, 2025 As a tie-in to our coverage of Betsy Ambler and Ken Burns' American Revolution documentary we decided to revisit Martha. Some called her The Mother of the Country, some curtseyed and called her "Lady Washington," but no one could doubt that she was uniquely capable to shoulder the responsibilities and rigors of both war and diplomacy. Martha Washington's philosophy of "duty over inclination" became the template for future First Ladies in the newly-formed United States of America. This episode sponsored by: Hungryroot: Use code CHICKS at Hungryroot.com for 40% off your first box and a free item for life. Honeylove:Use code HISTORYCHICKS at Honeylove.com/HistoryChicks for 20% off your order. BLISSY: Use code HISTORYCHICKS at Blissy.com/HistoryChicks for 30% off and a 60-nights risk-free. Quince: Go to Quince.com/CHICKS for free shipping and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Dec 2025 23:36:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE As a tie-in to our coverage of Betsy Ambler and Ken Burns' American Revolution documentary we decided to revisit Martha. Some called her The Mother of the Country, some curtseyed and called her "Lady Washington," but no one could doubt that she was uniquely capable to shoulder the responsibilities and rigors of both war and diplomacy. Martha Washington's philosophy of "duty over inclination" became the template for future First Ladies in the newly-formed United States of America. This episode sponsored by: Hungryroot: Use code CHICKS at Hungryroot.com for 40% off your first box and a free item for life. Honeylove:Use code HISTORYCHICKS at Honeylove.com/HistoryChicks for 20% off your order. BLISSY: Use code HISTORYCHICKS at Blissy.com/HistoryChicks for 30% off and a 60-nights risk-free. Quince: Go to Quince.com/CHICKS for free shipping and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As a tie-in to our coverage of Betsy Ambler and Ken Burns' American Revolution documentary we decided to revisit Martha. Some called her The Mother of the Country, some curtseyed and called her "Lady Washington," but no one could doubt that she was uniquely capable to shoulder the responsibilities and rigors of both war and diplomacy. Martha Washington's philosophy of "duty over inclination" became the template for future First Ladies in the newly-formed United States of America.


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]]> 9372 Sarah Rector Once upon a time, an eleven-year-old girl named Sarah Rector struck it rich with a discovery that was perfectly timed for the rise of the automobile and the expansion of American manufacturing. After hitting the jackpot, she had to escape the minefields of greed, racism, politics, and public opinion in order to build a satisfying life for herself at last. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:01:00 -0000 Sarah Rector full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Once upon a time, an eleven-year-old girl named Sarah Rector struck it rich with a discovery that was perfectly timed for the rise of the automobile and the expansion of American manufacturing. After hitting the jackpot, she had to escape the minefields of greed, racism, politics, and public opinion in order to build a satisfying life for herself at last. Once upon a time, an eleven-year-old girl named Sarah Rector struck it rich with a discovery that was perfectly timed for the rise of the automobile and the expansion of American manufacturing. After hitting the jackpot, she had to escape the minefields of greed, racism, politics, and public opinion in order to build a satisfying life for herself at last. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Once upon a time, an eleven-year-old girl named Sarah Rector struck it rich with a discovery that was perfectly timed for the rise of the automobile and the expansion of American manufacturing. After hitting the jackpot, she had to escape the minefields of greed, racism, politics, and public opinion in order to build a satisfying life for herself at last.

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]]> 3768 no ITALY TRAVELOGUE - 2025 Viva l'Italia! We took 50 listeners on an epic journey filled with history, architecture, camaraderie and SO MUCH delicious food! From the ancient layers of Rome through the castles and hilltop villages of Tuscany, the art and influence of the Medici in Florence, to the romance of Venice, this trip was unforgettable! The travelers join us, in their own voices, to tell you all about our adventures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:29:00 -0000 ITALY TRAVELOGUE - 2025 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Viva l'Italia! We took 50 listeners on an epic journey filled with history, architecture, camaraderie and SO MUCH delicious food! From the ancient layers of Rome through the castles and hilltop villages of Tuscany, the art and influence of the Medici in Florence, to the romance of Venice, this trip was unforgettable! The travelers join us, in their own voices, to tell you all about our adventures. Viva l'Italia! We took 50 listeners on an epic journey filled with history, architecture, camaraderie and SO MUCH delicious food! From the ancient layers of Rome through the castles and hilltop villages of Tuscany, the art and influence of the Medici in Florence, to the romance of Venice, this trip was unforgettable! The travelers join us, in their own voices, to tell you all about our adventures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Viva l'Italia! We took 50 listeners on an epic journey filled with history, architecture, camaraderie and SO MUCH delicious food! From the ancient layers of Rome through the castles and hilltop villages of Tuscany, the art and influence of the Medici in Florence, to the romance of Venice, this trip was unforgettable!

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]]> 6266 no BONUS - The American Revolution on PBS - Our interview with co-director Sarah Botstein The American Revolution changed the way the world worked; the principles of governance in the new country laid the foundation for movements all over the world. On November 16th, Ken Burns and his team premiere their 6-part documentary series on PBS called, as you might have guessed, "The American Revolution" We had the opportunity to sit down with co-director Sarah Botstein to talk about the inspiration and impact of this conflict. This is the interview that we previously posted at the end of our Betsy Ambler episode, and we thought it was important to post it again as a standalone bonus episode, for easier access. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:52:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The American Revolution changed the way the world worked; the principles of governance in the new country laid the foundation for movements all over the world. On November 16th, Ken Burns and his team premiere their 6-part documentary series on PBS called, as you might have guessed, "The American Revolution" We had the opportunity to sit down with co-director Sarah Botstein to talk about the inspiration and impact of this conflict. This is the interview that we previously posted at the end of our Betsy Ambler episode, and we thought it was important to post it again as a standalone bonus episode, for easier access. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The American Revolution changed the way the world worked; the principles of governance in the new country laid the foundation for movements all over the world.

On November 16th, Ken Burns and his team premiere their 6-part documentary series on PBS called, as you might have guessed, "The American Revolution"

We had the opportunity to sit down with co-director Sarah Botstein to talk about the inspiration and impact of this conflict.

This is the interview that we previously posted at the end of our Betsy Ambler episode, and we thought it was important to post it again as a standalone bonus episode, for easier access.

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]]> 1439 no Betsy Ambler - and an interview with Sarah Botstein from the PBS documentary The American Revolution Life during the Revolutionary War was more than military strategy; there were plenty of battles to be fought at home. Betsy Ambler was a young teenager during the turbulent years, and through her records and letters, we can see the conflict though a perspective that has been little examined. We also interview Sarah Botstein, the co-director (with Ken Burns) of the new documentary The American Revolution, premiering on PBS on November 16th, 2026. This series brings forward voices that have been under-represented - as well as those figures that we think we already know- giving us a more complete picture of American life during the birth of our nation. Our subject Betsy Ambler is voiced by Maya Hawke during this six-part series. Registration is now open for our June 3-7, 2026 Field Trip to Chicago! Visit Like Minds Travel for more information and to register! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 24 Oct 2025 20:42:00 -0000 Betsy Ambler - and an interview with Sarah Botstein from the PBS documentary The American Revolution full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Life during the Revolutionary War was more than military strategy; there were plenty of battles to be fought at home. Betsy Ambler was a young teenager during the turbulent years, and through her records and letters, we can see the conflict though a perspective that has been little examined. We also interview Sarah Botstein, the co-director (with Ken Burns) of the new documentary The American Revolution, premiering on PBS on November 16th, 2026. This series brings forward voices that have been under-represented - as well as those figures that we think we already know- giving us a more complete picture of American life during the birth of our nation. Our subject Betsy Ambler is voiced by Maya Hawke during this six-part series. Life during the Revolutionary War was more than military strategy; there were plenty of battles to be fought at home. Betsy Ambler was a young teenager during the turbulent years, and through her records and letters, we can see the conflict though a perspective that has been little examined. We also interview Sarah Botstein, the co-director (with Ken Burns) of the new documentary The American Revolution, premiering on PBS on November 16th, 2026. This series brings forward voices that have been under-represented - as well as those figures that we think we already know- giving us a more complete picture of American life during the birth of our nation. Our subject Betsy Ambler is voiced by Maya Hawke during this six-part series. Registration is now open for our June 3-7, 2026 Field Trip to Chicago! Visit Like Minds Travel for more information and to register! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Life during the Revolutionary War was more than military strategy; there were plenty of battles to be fought at home. Betsy Ambler was a young teenager during the turbulent years, and through her records and letters, we can see the conflict though a perspective that has been little examined.

We also interview Sarah Botstein, the co-director (with Ken Burns) of the new documentary The American Revolution, premiering on PBS on November 16th, 2026. This series brings forward voices that have been under-represented - as well as those figures that we think we already know- giving us a more complete picture of American life during the birth of our nation. Our subject Betsy Ambler is voiced by Maya Hawke during this six-part series.


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]]> 7462 no Elizabeth Packard In 1860, Elizabeth Packard was committed to a mental institution by her husband - for YEARS - for the crime of speaking her mind . This practice was completely legal at the time, and she had no mechanism by which to free herself from confinement - despite the fact that she was completely sane. Her three-year ordeal would turn her into a powerful activist on behalf of rights for both the mentally ill and for married women, who at this time had few legal protections against those that would oppress them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Oct 2025 08:01:00 -0000 Elizabeth Packard full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In 1860, Elizabeth Packard was committed to a mental institution by her husband - for YEARS - for the crime of speaking her mind . This practice was completely legal at the time, and she had no mechanism by which to free herself from confinement - despite the fact that she was completely sane. Her three-year ordeal would turn her into a powerful activist on behalf of rights for both the mentally ill and for married women, who at this time had few legal protections against those that would oppress them. In 1860, Elizabeth Packard was committed to a mental institution by her husband - for YEARS - for the crime of speaking her mind . This practice was completely legal at the time, and she had no mechanism by which to free herself from confinement - despite the fact that she was completely sane. Her three-year ordeal would turn her into a powerful activist on behalf of rights for both the mentally ill and for married women, who at this time had few legal protections against those that would oppress them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In 1860, Elizabeth Packard was committed to a mental institution by her husband - for YEARS - for the crime of speaking her mind . This practice was completely legal at the time, and she had no mechanism by which to free herself from confinement - despite the fact that she was completely sane. Her three-year ordeal would turn her into a powerful activist on behalf of rights for both the mentally ill and for married women, who at this time had few legal protections against those that would oppress them.

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]]> 7118 no Frida Kahlo, 2025 We're going back to our 2013 coverage of this iconic artist who turned her pain, passion, fear, and unique outlook on life into remarkable and memorable art. Her bold subject and color choices (as well as her bold life choices) defied convention and sent her to the heights of international acclaim. Our 2026 Field Trip to London sold out in record time, but you can get your name on the waitlist at Like Minds Travel. Thanks to our sponsors: Audible: Listen to the new Pride and Prejudice at audible.com/janeausten Wayfair: Every style, every home. Wayfair.com Honeylove: Comfortable and innovative bras and shapewear, 20%off at honeylove.com/historychicks Blissy: Silk pillowcases for improved hair and skin, 30%off at blissy.com/historychicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 Sep 2025 08:01:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We're going back to our 2013 coverage of this iconic artist who turned her pain, passion, fear, and unique outlook on life into remarkable and memorable art. Her bold subject and color choices (as well as her bold life choices) defied convention and sent her to the heights of international acclaim. Our 2026 Field Trip to London sold out in record time, but you can get your name on the waitlist at Like Minds Travel. Thanks to our sponsors: Audible: Listen to the new Pride and Prejudice at audible.com/janeausten Wayfair: Every style, every home. Wayfair.com Honeylove: Comfortable and innovative bras and shapewear, 20%off at honeylove.com/historychicks Blissy: Silk pillowcases for improved hair and skin, 30%off at blissy.com/historychicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We're going back to our 2013 coverage of this iconic artist who turned her pain, passion, fear, and unique outlook on life into remarkable and memorable art. Her bold subject and color choices (as well as her bold life choices) defied convention and sent her to the heights of international acclaim.


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]]> 5450 no Catherine De Medici Part 2 Catherine de Medici lived in a century defined by the the contributions of remarkable women, and she distinguished herself as one of the most remarkable of them all. No longer an apprentice in the art of intrigue, she was sharp and strategic and brave in ways that defied cultural expectations Whatever her reputation became, her capacity for calculated action was matched by her courage in the face of adversity, all focused on one goal; to be the custodian of her family's legacy on the throne of France - against all opponents. Registration is now open for our April, 2026 Field Trip to London! For more information and to register, visit LIKE MINDS TRAVEL! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 11 Sep 2025 01:10:00 -0000 Catherine de Medici Part 2 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Catherine de Medici lived in a century defined by the the contributions of remarkable women, and she distinguished herself as one of the most remarkable of them all. No longer an apprentice in the art of intrigue, she was sharp and strategic and brave in ways that defied cultural expectations Whatever her reputation became, her capacity for calculated action was matched by her courage in the face of adversity, all focused on one goal; to be the custodian of her family's legacy on the throne of France - against all opponents. Catherine de Medici lived in a century defined by the the contributions of remarkable women, and she distinguished herself as one of the most remarkable of them all. No longer an apprentice in the art of intrigue, she was sharp and strategic and brave in ways that defied cultural expectations Whatever her reputation became, her capacity for calculated action was matched by her courage in the face of adversity, all focused on one goal; to be the custodian of her family's legacy on the throne of France - against all opponents. Registration is now open for our April, 2026 Field Trip to London! For more information and to register, visit LIKE MINDS TRAVEL! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Catherine de Medici lived in a century defined by the the contributions of remarkable women, and she distinguished herself as one of the most remarkable of them all. No longer an apprentice in the art of intrigue, she was sharp and strategic and brave in ways that defied cultural expectations Whatever her reputation became, her capacity for calculated action was matched by her courage in the face of adversity, all focused on one goal; to be the custodian of her family's legacy on the throne of France - against all opponents.


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]]> 8455 no Catherine de Medici, Part 1 As the last legitimate heir to a powerful family, Catherine de Medici was married at only 14 into one of the most powerful royal houses in Europe. The two halves of her story are VASTLY different, and here in Part 1, we are going to tell you about how she had no resources but INNER resources - and the character that developed from the circumstances in which she was placed. This episode is sponsored by: OSEA: Use code CHICKS at OSEAMALIBU.COM for 10% off your first order. HONEYLOVE: Use this link HONEYLOVE.COM/HISTORYCHICKS for 20% off WAYFAIR: Get organized and refresh your home for less at WAYFAIR.COM BLISSY: Better hair, skin, and sleep for 30% off with code HISTORYCHICKS at BLISSY.COM/HISTORYCHICKS And always, look fabulous while supporting the podcast at our shop: The History Chicks on Dashery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 28 Aug 2025 05:21:00 -0000 Catherine de Medici Part 1 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE As the last legitimate heir to a powerful family, Catherine de Medici was married at only 14 into one of the most powerful royal houses in Europe. The two halves of her story are VASTLY different, and here in Part 1, we are going to tell you about how she had no resources but INNER resources - and the character that developed from the circumstances in which she was placed. As the last legitimate heir to a powerful family, Catherine de Medici was married at only 14 into one of the most powerful royal houses in Europe. The two halves of her story are VASTLY different, and here in Part 1, we are going to tell you about how she had no resources but INNER resources - and the character that developed from the circumstances in which she was placed. This episode is sponsored by: OSEA: Use code CHICKS at OSEAMALIBU.COM for 10% off your first order. HONEYLOVE: Use this link HONEYLOVE.COM/HISTORYCHICKS for 20% off WAYFAIR: Get organized and refresh your home for less at WAYFAIR.COM BLISSY: Better hair, skin, and sleep for 30% off with code HISTORYCHICKS at BLISSY.COM/HISTORYCHICKS And always, look fabulous while supporting the podcast at our shop: The History Chicks on Dashery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As the last legitimate heir to a powerful family, Catherine de Medici was married at only 14 into one of the most powerful royal houses in Europe. The two halves of her story are VASTLY different, and here in Part 1, we are going to tell you about how she had no resources but INNER resources - and the character that developed from the circumstances in which she was placed.

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]]> 4966 no Philadelphia 2025 Travelogue It's field trip time again! We took 50 listeners with us to the cradle of our country - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Over the course of a long weekend, we absorbed the sites and stories we'd learned about in school, and learned about those figures whose vital contributions have faded over time. Through our exposure to the artifacts, places and people at the heart of our country's founding, we began to comprehend that the freedoms we enjoy today were the result of hard-won battles and sacrifices from those who have gone before us; a torch we must pass to those who follow. You'll also hear stories of ghosts, museums, ice cream, gallivanting, and that most hallowed of indulgences: the Philly Cheese Steak. Thanks to all of the travelers who made this field trip a success, and we hope to see every listener on the bus someday. We call the back seat! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Aug 2025 15:11:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE It's field trip time again! We took 50 listeners with us to the cradle of our country - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Over the course of a long weekend, we absorbed the sites and stories we'd learned about in school, and learned about those figures whose vital contributions have faded over time. Through our exposure to the artifacts, places and people at the heart of our country's founding, we began to comprehend that the freedoms we enjoy today were the result of hard-won battles and sacrifices from those who have gone before us; a torch we must pass to those who follow. You'll also hear stories of ghosts, museums, ice cream, gallivanting, and that most hallowed of indulgences: the Philly Cheese Steak. Thanks to all of the travelers who made this field trip a success, and we hope to see every listener on the bus someday. We call the back seat! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's field trip time again! We took 50 listeners with us to the cradle of our country - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Over the course of a long weekend, we absorbed the sites and stories we'd learned about in school, and learned about those figures whose vital contributions have faded over time.

Through our exposure to the artifacts, places and people at the heart of our country's founding, we began to comprehend that the freedoms we enjoy today were the result of hard-won battles and sacrifices from those who have gone before us; a torch we must pass to those who follow.

You'll also hear stories of ghosts, museums, ice cream, gallivanting, and that most hallowed of indulgences: the Philly Cheese Steak.

Thanks to all of the travelers who made this field trip a success, and we hope to see every listener on the bus someday.

We call the back seat!

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]]> 5045 no Suzanne Valadon Suzanne Valadon was born on the wrong side of the tracks, and the wrong side of the blanket, but grew up to be one of the It Girls of the Impressionist era. She traveled a unique journey to stardom by parlaying her career as an artist's model into an artistic career of her own. This episode brought to you in part by: Honeylove Blueland OSEA Hungryroot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Suzanne Valadon was born on the wrong side of the tracks, and the wrong side of the blanket, but grew up to be one of the It Girls of the Impressionist era. She traveled a unique journey to stardom by parlaying her career as an artist's model into an artistic career of her own. This episode brought to you in part by: Honeylove Blueland OSEA Hungryroot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Suzanne Valadon was born on the wrong side of the tracks, and the wrong side of the blanket, but grew up to be one of the It Girls of the Impressionist era. She traveled a unique journey to stardom by parlaying her career as an artist's model into an artistic career of her own.



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]]> 5583 no Alice Paul Part 2 The road to equality has never run smooth - in part 2, Alice Paul and the suffragists finally achieve their goal of a constitutional amendment giving women the vote - but not until a great deal of lobbying, schisms, sacrifice, and sheer willingness to go against the grain at every occasion. Never one to rest for long, Alice then had a greater aspiration - an Equal Rights Amendment that would enshrine equality for women in the constitution , which she co-wrote in 1923. One hundred years later, the ERA has yet to pass. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Jul 2025 08:01:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The road to equality has never run smooth - in part 2, Alice Paul and the suffragists finally achieve their goal of a constitutional amendment giving women the vote - but not until a great deal of lobbying, schisms, sacrifice, and sheer willingness to go against the grain at every occasion. Never one to rest for long, Alice then had a greater aspiration - an Equal Rights Amendment that would enshrine equality for women in the constitution , which she co-wrote in 1923. One hundred years later, the ERA has yet to pass. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The road to equality has never run smooth - in part 2, Alice Paul and the suffragists finally achieve their goal of a constitutional amendment giving women the vote - but not until a great deal of lobbying, schisms, sacrifice, and sheer willingness to go against the grain at every occasion.

Never one to rest for long, Alice then had a greater aspiration - an Equal Rights Amendment that would enshrine equality for women in the constitution , which she co-wrote in 1923.

One hundred years later, the ERA has yet to pass.

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]]> 7031 no Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Early Suffragists, 2025 Years before Alice Paul was even born, the women's suffrage movement began with Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, Lucretia Mott, and others at the first women's rights convention in the US in 1848. The efforts of these early suffragists laid the groundwork for Alice Paul and her peers, and their stories will give you a better understanding of the long struggle to recognize a women's right to vote. This is a remastered revisit from 2013. This episode is brought to you by: Hungryroot food delivery service, 40% off first box with code CHICKS Osea skincare, 10% off first order with code CHICKS Blueland, clean-cleaning products, 15% off first order at this link: BLUELAND Honeylove, comfortable and innovative bras with 20% off sitewide at this link: HONEYLOVE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 27 Jun 2025 03:19:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Years before Alice Paul was even born, the women's suffrage movement began with Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, Lucretia Mott, and others at the first women's rights convention in the US in 1848. The efforts of these early suffragists laid the groundwork for Alice Paul and her peers, and their stories will give you a better understanding of the long struggle to recognize a women's right to vote. This is a remastered revisit from 2013. This episode is brought to you by: Hungryroot food delivery service, 40% off first box with code CHICKS Osea skincare, 10% off first order with code CHICKS Blueland, clean-cleaning products, 15% off first order at this link: BLUELAND Honeylove, comfortable and innovative bras with 20% off sitewide at this link: HONEYLOVE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Years before Alice Paul was even born, the women's suffrage movement began with Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, Lucretia Mott, and others at the first women's rights convention in the US in 1848. The efforts of these early suffragists laid the groundwork for Alice Paul and her peers, and their stories will give you a better understanding of the long struggle to recognize a women's right to vote. This is a remastered revisit from 2013.


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]]> 5113 Alice Paul, Part 1 Alice Paul was one of the most prominent activists of the 20th-century women's rights movement, who believed that moral authority always trumps the letter of the law; injustices must be called out and resisted as a matter of principle. By hook or by crook; with personal sacrifice, determination, and a talent for spectacle, she moved the needle of public opinion through acts of resistance. This episode is sponsored by: Blissy: Your hair and skin will thank you and save 30% with code HISTORYCHICKS at BLISSY Quince: Give your closet a luxury without the luxury price at QUINCE Flamingo: Keep smooth and save 25% off 1st order at SHOPFLAMINGO Us! Support the show and look great in the process at our new DASHERY merch shop! Thanks for listening and for supporting our work! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 13 Jun 2025 10:49:00 -0000 Alice Paul, Part 1 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Alice Paul was one of the most prominent activists of the 20th century women's rights movement, who believed that moral authority always trumps the letter of the law; injustices must be called out and resisted as a matter of principle. By hook or by crook; with personal sacrifice. determination, and a talent for spectacle, she moved the needle of public opinion though acts of resistance. Alice Paul was one of the most prominent activists of the 20th-century women's rights movement, who believed that moral authority always trumps the letter of the law; injustices must be called out and resisted as a matter of principle. By hook or by crook; with personal sacrifice, determination, and a talent for spectacle, she moved the needle of public opinion through acts of resistance. This episode is sponsored by: Blissy: Your hair and skin will thank you and save 30% with code HISTORYCHICKS at BLISSY Quince: Give your closet a luxury without the luxury price at QUINCE Flamingo: Keep smooth and save 25% off 1st order at SHOPFLAMINGO Us! Support the show and look great in the process at our new DASHERY merch shop! Thanks for listening and for supporting our work! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alice Paul was one of the most prominent activists of the 20th-century women's rights movement, who believed that moral authority always trumps the letter of the law; injustices must be called out and resisted as a matter of principle.

By hook or by crook; with personal sacrifice, determination, and a talent for spectacle, she moved the needle of public opinion through acts of resistance.


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]]> 7208 no Paris Field Trip Travelogue, 2025 We lived the dream... and traveled to Paris in the springtime! Fifty of our friends joined us in the City Of Light for forays into history, art, wine, architecture, shopping, camaraderie, and SO MUCH FROMAGE! Some of our friends join us here on the show to tell you the tale of our adventures. (And the friendships we made along the way) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 May 2025 20:17:00 -0000 Paris Field Trip Travelogue, 2025 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We lived the dream... and traveled to Paris in the springtime! Fifty of our friends joined us in the City Of Light for forays into history, art, wine, architecture, shopping, camaraderie, and SO MUCH FROMAGE! Some of our friends join us here on the show to tell you the tale of our adventures. (And the friendships we made along the way) We lived the dream... and traveled to Paris in the springtime! Fifty of our friends joined us in the City Of Light for forays into history, art, wine, architecture, shopping, camaraderie, and SO MUCH FROMAGE! Some of our friends join us here on the show to tell you the tale of our adventures. (And the friendships we made along the way) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We lived the dream... and traveled to Paris in the springtime!

Fifty of our friends joined us in the City Of Light for forays into history, art, wine, architecture, shopping, camaraderie, and SO MUCH FROMAGE! Some of our friends join us here on the show to tell you the tale of our adventures.

(And the friendships we made along the way)

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]]> 5610 no Anne Frank 2025 During our coverage of Miep Gies, we presented the story of the events that were happening in the world at large during WW2, closer in within the city of Amsterdam, and then to a smaller scale within the lives, offices and homes of the helpers. Susan has in fact taken a pilgrimage to Amsterdam to visit the attic where Anne lived and Miep worked so hard to keep her safe. But, since we cannot all be there in person, here is our Anne Frank episode from 2018, the story of what was happening inside the secret annex, and in the hearts of the people who lived there. As Anne once wrote in her diary: "What is done cannot be undone, but one can prevent it from happening again." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 May 2025 18:42:00 -0000 Anne Frank 2025 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE During our coverage of Miep Gies, we presented the story of the events that were happening in the world at large during WW2, closer in within the city of Amsterdam, and then to a smaller scale within the lives, offices and homes of the helpers. Susan has in fact taken a pilgrimage to Amsterdam to visit the attic where Anne lived and Miep worked so hard to keep her safe. But, since we cannot all be there in person, here is our Anne Frank episode from 2018, the story of what was happening inside the secret annex, and in the hearts of the people who lived there. As Anne once wrote in her diary: "What is done cannot be undone, but one can prevent it from happening again." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During our coverage of Miep Gies, we presented the story of the events that were happening in the world at large during WW2, closer in within the city of Amsterdam, and then to a smaller scale within the lives, offices and homes of the helpers.

Susan has in fact taken a pilgrimage to Amsterdam to visit the attic where Anne lived and Miep worked so hard to keep her safe.

But, since we cannot all be there in person, here is our Anne Frank episode from 2018, the story of what was happening inside the secret annex, and in the hearts of the people who lived there.


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]]> 8550 no Miep Gies Part 2 Miep Gies risked her life in order to help her Jewish friends hide from the Nazis during World War 2. In Part 2 of her story, we'll take you through the years of struggle and subterfuge, the dark day when the Secret Annex was raided, and how Miep saved Anne Frank's writings from destruction. Anne's diary is one of the most significant historical documents of the 20th century, providing a deeply personal account of life during the Holocaust. Said Miep of her work during the war: "My story is a story of very ordinary people during extraordinary times, times the like of which I hope with all my heart will never come again. It is for all of us ordinary people all over the world to see to it that they do not." MIxtiles (Use code CHICKS) OSEA (Use code CHICKS) Blissy (Use code HISTORYCHICKS) Honeylove Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Apr 2025 08:01:00 -0000 Miep Gies Part 2 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Miep Gies risked her life in order to help her Jewish friends hide from the Nazis during World War 2. In Part 2 of her story, we'll take you through the years of struggle and subterfuge, the dark day when the Secret Annex was raided, and how Miep saved Anne Frank's writings from destruction. Anne's diary is one of the most significant historical documents of the 20th century, providing a deeply personal account of life during the Holocaust. Said Miep of her work during the war: "My story is a story of very ordinary people during extraordinary times, times the like of which I hope with all my heart will never come again. It is for all of us ordinary people all over the world to see to it that they do not."Miep Gies risked her life in order to help her Jewish friends hide from the Nazis during World War 2. In Part 2 of her story, we'll take you through the years of subterfuge, the dark day when the Secret Annex was raided, and how Miep saved the pages of Anne's Diary that would become one of the most important Miep Gies risked her life in order to help her Jewish friends hide from the Nazis during World War 2. In Part 2 of her story, we'll take you through the years of struggle and subterfuge, the dark day when the Secret Annex was raided, and how Miep saved Anne Frank's writings from destruction. Anne's diary is one of the most significant historical documents of the 20th century, providing a deeply personal account of life during the Holocaust. Said Miep of her work during the war: "My story is a story of very ordinary people during extraordinary times, times the like of which I hope with all my heart will never come again. It is for all of us ordinary people all over the world to see to it that they do not." MIxtiles (Use code CHICKS) OSEA (Use code CHICKS) Blissy (Use code HISTORYCHICKS) Honeylove Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Miep Gies risked her life in order to help her Jewish friends hide from the Nazis during World War 2. In Part 2 of her story, we'll take you through the years of struggle and subterfuge, the dark day when the Secret Annex was raided, and how Miep saved Anne Frank's writings from destruction. Anne's diary is one of the most significant historical documents of the 20th century, providing a deeply personal account of life during the Holocaust.


Said Miep of her work during the war: "My story is a story of very ordinary people during extraordinary times, times the like of which I hope with all my heart will never come again. It is for all of us ordinary people all over the world to see to it that they do not."


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]]> 7425 no Miep Gies Part 1 In a land fraught with turbulence and oppression, Miep Gies helped to shelter and supply Anne Frank's family (and others) while they were in hiding from the Nazis; an act of civil disobedience that was, though illegal, the most moral of human endeavors. This episode is sponsored in part by: Show off your excellent taste in podcasts by grabbing your History Chicks merch at our Dashery Store, visit The History Chicks Shop Smalls Cat Food: Get 35% off plus an additional 50% off your first order when you head to SMALLS.COM and use code CHICKS Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals at ROCKETMONEY.COM/HISTORYCHICKS Quince: Give yourself a luxe upgrade, 365-day returns, and free shipping at QUINCE.COM/CHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 10 Apr 2025 04:21:00 -0000 Miep Gies Part 1 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In a land fraught with turbulence and oppression, Miep Gies helped to shelter and supply Anne Frank's family (and others) while they were in hiding from the Nazis; an act of civil disobedience that was, though illegal, the most moral of human endeavors. In a land fraught with turbulence and oppression, Miep Gies helped to shelter and supply Anne Frank's family (and others) while they were in hiding from the Nazis; an act of civil disobedience that was, though illegal, the most moral of human endeavors. This episode is sponsored in part by: Show off your excellent taste in podcasts by grabbing your History Chicks merch at our Dashery Store, visit The History Chicks Shop Smalls Cat Food: Get 35% off plus an additional 50% off your first order when you head to SMALLS.COM and use code CHICKS Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals at ROCKETMONEY.COM/HISTORYCHICKS Quince: Give yourself a luxe upgrade, 365-day returns, and free shipping at QUINCE.COM/CHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In a land fraught with turbulence and oppression, Miep Gies helped to shelter and supply Anne Frank's family (and others) while they were in hiding from the Nazis; an act of civil disobedience that was, though illegal, the most moral of human endeavors.


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]]> 4515 no A Conversation with Anne Sebba: The Women's Orchestra of Auschwitz To leave you with a bit of lagniappe for Women's History Month, we broke our usual format to sit down for a talk with Anne Sebba, author of the new book The Women's Orchestra of Auschwitz: A Story of Survival. Anne tells us about some of the women in the only entirely female orchestra in any Nazi prison camp. She talks about her process of learning about these women, organizing their stories into this book, and about other biographies she's written in the past, about the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 31 Mar 2025 08:01:00 -0000 bonus The History Chicks | AIRWAVE To leave you with a bit of lagniappe for Women's History Month, we broke our usual format to sit down for a talk with Anne Sebba, author of the new book The Women's Orchestra of Auschwitz: A Story of Survival. Anne tells us about some of the women in the only entirely female orchestra in any Nazi prison camp. She talks about her process of learning about these women, organizing their stories into this book, and about other biographies she's written in the past, about the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices To leave you with a bit of lagniappe for Women's History Month, we broke our usual format to sit down for a talk with Anne Sebba, author of the new book The Women's Orchestra of Auschwitz: A Story of Survival. Anne tells us about some of the women in the only entirely female orchestra in any Nazi prison camp. She talks about her process of learning about these women, organizing their stories into this book, and about other biographies she's written in the past, about the past.

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]]> 4020 no Wallis Simpson, 2025 Puppet? Manipulating social climber? Misunderstood? Deeply in love? However you see her, the fact remains that a king abdicated his throne, defied his family, and lived in exile to marry the twice divorced American socialite Wallis Simpson. It sounds like a fairytale, but how does their happily ever after work out? This mega-episode combines both parts of our 2017 coverage of this controversial woman. This episode is brought to you in part by: Laundry Sauce: 20% off when you use code CHICKS, and make laundry day the best day of the week. Honeylove: Treat yourself to the most comfortable shapewear on earth and save 20% at honeylove.com/historychicks Lume: Smell fresher, stay drier, and boost your confidence with code CHICKS at lumedeodorant.com You can always show your excellent taste in podcasts at our merch shop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 Mar 2025 08:05:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Puppet? Manipulating social climber? Misunderstood? Deeply in love? However you see her, the fact remains that a king abdicated his throne, defied his family, and lived in exile to marry the twice divorced American socialite Wallis Simpson. It sounds like a fairytale, but how does their happily ever after work out? This mega-episode combines both parts of our 2017 coverage of this controversial woman. This episode is brought to you in part by: Laundry Sauce: 20% off when you use code CHICKS, and make laundry day the best day of the week. Honeylove: Treat yourself to the most comfortable shapewear on earth and save 20% at honeylove.com/historychicks Lume: Smell fresher, stay drier, and boost your confidence with code CHICKS at lumedeodorant.com You can always show your excellent taste in podcasts at our merch shop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Puppet? Manipulating social climber? Misunderstood? Deeply in love? However you see her, the fact remains that a king abdicated his throne, defied his family, and lived in exile to marry the

twice divorced American socialite Wallis Simpson. It sounds like a fairytale, but how does their happily ever after work out? This mega-episode combines both parts of our 2017 coverage of this controversial woman.


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]]> 11804 Wangari Maathai Part 2 We continue the story of Nobel Prize winning environmentalist Dr Wangari Maathai, who defied convention, financial hurdles, and the violent opposition of her own government to make her Green Belt Movement into an enduring worldwide force for societal good. She and her colleagues planted almost 40 million trees and empowered tens of thousands of women across the world to discover their own power to improve their own communities… from the ground up. This show is sponsored in part by: Wildgrain: Get $30 off your first box of bake-from-frozen artisanal breads, pastries, and pastas if you use code CHICKS at WILDGRAIN.COM/CHICKS Shop our merch store for shirts, mugs, stickers... and a variety of tasteful items! THE HISTORY CHICKS AT DASHERY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 20 Mar 2025 05:02:00 -0000 Wangari Maathai Part 2 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We continue the story of Nobel Prize winning environmentalist Dr Wangari Maathai, who defied convention, financial hurdles, and the violent opposition of her own government to make her Green Belt Movement into an enduring worldwide force for societal good. She and her colleagues planted almost 40 million trees and empowered tens of thousands of women across the world to discover their own power to improve their own communities… from the ground up. We continue the story of Nobel Prize winning environmentalist Dr Wangari Maathai, who defied convention, financial hurdles, and the violent opposition of her own government to make her Green Belt Movement into an enduring worldwide force for societal good. She and her colleagues planted almost 40 million trees and empowered tens of thousands of women across the world to discover their own power to improve their own communities… from the ground up. This show is sponsored in part by: Wildgrain: Get $30 off your first box of bake-from-frozen artisanal breads, pastries, and pastas if you use code CHICKS at WILDGRAIN.COM/CHICKS Shop our merch store for shirts, mugs, stickers... and a variety of tasteful items! THE HISTORY CHICKS AT DASHERY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We continue the story of Nobel Prize winning environmentalist Dr Wangari Maathai, who defied convention, financial hurdles, and the violent opposition of her own government to make her Green Belt Movement into an enduring worldwide force for societal good. She and her colleagues planted almost 40 million trees and empowered tens of thousands of women across the world to discover their own power to improve their own communities… from the ground up.


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]]> 5931 no Wangari Maathai Part 1 Wangari Maathai understood the vital connections between living things and the Earth; of local communities and the wider world. It is true that many trees make a mighty forest, and Maathai's Green Belt Movement made it clear to us all that the most important change for the greater good is one that each individual makes in their own backyard... a philosophy which would earn her the Nobel Peace Prize. This episode is brought to you in part by: Hungryroot: Get 40% off your first box of nutritious meals and grocery items, and one free item for life with code CHICKS at HUNGRYROOT.COM/CHICKS Blissy: Do your hair and skin a favor, and get 30% off with code HISTORYCHICKS at BLISSY.COM/HISTORYCHICKS Quince: Give yourself the luxury you deserve at an affordable price at QUINCE.COM/CHICKS OSEA: Say "goodnight" to wrinkles with OSEA's new Dream Night Serum and get 10% off your first order with code CHICKS at OSEAMALIBU.COM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:45:00 -0000 Wangari Maathai Part 1 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Wangari Maathai understood the vital connections between living things and the Earth; of local communities and the wider world. It is true that many trees make a mighty forest, and Maathai's Green Belt Movement made it clear to us all that the most important change for the greater good is one that each individual makes in their own backyard... A philosophy which would earn her the Nobel Peace Prize. Wangari Maathai understood the vital connections between living things and the Earth; of local communities and the wider world. It is true that many trees make a mighty forest, and Maathai's Green Belt Movement made it clear to us all that the most important change for the greater good is one that each individual makes in their own backyard... a philosophy which would earn her the Nobel Peace Prize. This episode is brought to you in part by: Hungryroot: Get 40% off your first box of nutritious meals and grocery items, and one free item for life with code CHICKS at HUNGRYROOT.COM/CHICKS Blissy: Do your hair and skin a favor, and get 30% off with code HISTORYCHICKS at BLISSY.COM/HISTORYCHICKS Quince: Give yourself the luxury you deserve at an affordable price at QUINCE.COM/CHICKS OSEA: Say "goodnight" to wrinkles with OSEA's new Dream Night Serum and get 10% off your first order with code CHICKS at OSEAMALIBU.COM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wangari Maathai understood the vital connections between living things and the Earth; of local communities and the wider world. It is true that many trees make a mighty forest, and Maathai's Green Belt Movement made it clear to us all that the most important change for the greater good is one that each individual makes in their own backyard... a philosophy which would earn her the Nobel Peace Prize.



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]]> 4224 no Marie Laveau, 2025 How much of the New Orleans Voodoo Queen's legend is myth? (Hint: A lot) Happy Mardi Gras and, more importantly, Happy Women's History Month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE How much of the New Orleans Voodoo Queen's legend is myth? (Hint: A lot) Happy Mardi Gras and, more importantly, Happy Women's History Month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices How much of the New Orleans Voodoo Queen's legend is myth? (Hint: A lot) Happy Mardi Gras and, more importantly, Happy Women's History Month!





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]]> 5008 no Sojourner Truth 2025 Sojourner Truth was an enslaved woman, a freewoman, a preacher, a speaker, an abolitionist, and a women's rights advocate in the Civil War-era United States. Like a lot of women's history, Sojourner's truth may have been edited long ago, but we can help to set it right.  This episode is brought to you in part by: Blissy: Get better sleep, hair, and skin and use code HISTORYCHICKS to get an additional 30% off at BLISSY.com/HISTORYCHICKS Honeylove: Start the new year off right with Honeylove bras and shapewear-get 20% off at HONEYLOVE.com/HISTORYCHICKS Lume: Stay fresher, drier,boost your confidence and save 15% off all Lume products with code CHICKS at LUMEDEODORANT.COM Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals at ROCKETMONEY.com/HISTORYCHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Sojourner Truth was an enslaved woman, a freewoman, a preacher, a speaker, an abolitionist, and a women's rights advocate in the Civil War-era United States. Like a lot of women's history, Sojourner's truth may have been edited long ago, but we can help to set it right.  This episode is brought to you in part by: Blissy: Get better sleep, hair, and skin and use code HISTORYCHICKS to get an additional 30% off at BLISSY.com/HISTORYCHICKS Honeylove: Start the new year off right with Honeylove bras and shapewear-get 20% off at HONEYLOVE.com/HISTORYCHICKS Lume: Stay fresher, drier,boost your confidence and save 15% off all Lume products with code CHICKS at LUMEDEODORANT.COM Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals at ROCKETMONEY.com/HISTORYCHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sojourner Truth was an enslaved woman, a freewoman, a preacher, a speaker, an abolitionist, and a women's rights advocate in the Civil War-era United States. Like a lot of women's history, Sojourner's truth may have been edited long ago, but we can help to set it right. 


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]]> 7751 no Georgia Gilmore Georgia Gilmore was one of the unsung heroes of history during the Civil Rights movement in America; a prime example of how one person's contributions can change the course of a country. Her tireless fundraising efforts were critical to the success of the Montgomery bus boycott, and Presidents met with activists under her roof, comforted by Georgia's amazing food and her hearty welcome for everyone - black and white. She was unafraid to take on the establishment when she saw an injustice, working until her very last day on earth for the cause of equality. This episode is brought to you in part by: Osea: 10% off your first order with code CHICKS Quince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/chicks Smalls: 50% off your first order for your kitties, use code CHICKS Hungryroot: 40% off your first box plus a free item for life, use code CHICKS hungryroot.com/chicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0000 Georgia Gilmore full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Georgia Gilmore was one of the unsung heroes of history during the Civil Rights movement in America; a prime example of how one person's contributions can change the course of a country. Her tireless fundraising efforts were critical to the success of the Montgomery bus boycott, and Presidents met with activists under her roof, comforted by Georgia's amazing food and her hearty welcome for everyone - black and white. She was unafraid to take on the establishment when she saw an injustice, working until her very last day on earth for the cause of equality. Georgia Gilmore was one of the unsung heroes of history during the Civil Rights movement in America; a prime example of how one person's contributions can change the course of a country. Her tireless fundraising efforts were critical to the success of the Montgomery bus boycott, and Presidents met with activists under her roof, comforted by Georgia's amazing food and her hearty welcome for everyone - black and white. She was unafraid to take on the establishment when she saw an injustice, working until her very last day on earth for the cause of equality. This episode is brought to you in part by: Osea: 10% off your first order with code CHICKS Quince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/chicks Smalls: 50% off your first order for your kitties, use code CHICKS Hungryroot: 40% off your first box plus a free item for life, use code CHICKS hungryroot.com/chicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Georgia Gilmore was one of the unsung heroes of history during the Civil Rights movement in America; a prime example of how one person's contributions can change the course of a country.

Her tireless fundraising efforts were critical to the success of the Montgomery bus boycott, and Presidents met with activists under her roof, comforted by Georgia's amazing food and her hearty welcome for everyone - black and white.

She was unafraid to take on the establishment when she saw an injustice, working until her very last day on earth for the cause of equality.


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]]> 4302 no Josephine Bonaparte and Eugénie Bonaparte Josephine and Eugénie, related by marriage, and separated by only a generation, both rose from relative obscurity to become the Empress of France during tumultuous times. The paths of these very different women never crossed, but they both were stars in their own time and left their unique marks on history. Please join us on our Field Trip to Italy, October 2-11, 2025. Registration is now open at Like Minds Travel. We hope to see you there! This episode is sponsored by: Honeylove: Get 20% off the most comfortable shapewear at Honeylove.com/HISTORYCHICKS Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and meet financial goals at RocketMoney.com/HISTORYCHICKS Osea: Give your skin a glow-up and get 10% off with code CHICKS at OseaMalibu.com Smalls: The food your cat deserves at 50% off and free shipping on your first order at Smalls.com with code CHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Jan 2025 14:05:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Josephine and Eugénie, related by marriage, and separated by only a generation, both rose from relative obscurity to become the Empress of France during tumultuous times. The paths of these very different women never crossed, but they both were stars in their own time and left their unique marks on history. Please join us on our Field Trip to Italy, October 2-11, 2025. Registration is now open at Like Minds Travel. We hope to see you there! This episode is sponsored by: Honeylove: Get 20% off the most comfortable shapewear at Honeylove.com/HISTORYCHICKS Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and meet financial goals at RocketMoney.com/HISTORYCHICKS Osea: Give your skin a glow-up and get 10% off with code CHICKS at OseaMalibu.com Smalls: The food your cat deserves at 50% off and free shipping on your first order at Smalls.com with code CHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Josephine and Eugénie, related by marriage, and separated by only a generation, both rose from relative obscurity to become the Empress of France during tumultuous times. The paths of these very different women never crossed, but they both were stars in their own time and left their unique marks on history.



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]]> 8046 no Fannie Lou Hamer, 2025 In honor of Martin Luther King Day, we are again shining the spotlight on the remarkable life of Fannie Lou Hamer. As a small child, her hard labor was key to her family’s survival. She grew up to become a fiery civil rights activist who would not be silenced by intimidation, violence, or the personal wishes of the President of the United States himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 20 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In honor of Martin Luther King Day, we are again shining the spotlight on the remarkable life of Fannie Lou Hamer. As a small child, her hard labor was key to her family’s survival. She grew up to become a fiery civil rights activist who would not be silenced by intimidation, violence, or the personal wishes of the President of the United States himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In honor of Martin Luther King Day, we are again shining the spotlight on the remarkable life of Fannie Lou Hamer. As a small child, her hard labor was key to her family’s survival. She grew up to become a fiery civil rights activist who would not be silenced by intimidation, violence, or the personal wishes of the President of the United States himself.


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]]> 7251 no Charity Adams Earley Charity Adams Earley was the first, and highest ranking, African-American officer in the Women's Army Corps. During WW2, she led the 6888th - The Central Postal Directory Battalion, which was sent to Europe to make sure that years of backlogged letters and packages were delivered at last to the waiting soldiers. Her work showed the importance of diversity, teamwork, and strong leadership in overcoming barriers of race and gender. Please join us on our Field Trip to Philadelphia June 18-22, 2025, only a few spaces remain. If you're local or will be in the area, you can get in on the fun at our Dinner Party at the Betsy Ross House on June 21st! For more information and to register visit Like Minds Travel. This episode is sponsored by: Quince: Use this link to get 365-day returns and free shipping QUINCE Lume: use code CHICKS for 15% off all products at this special link LUME Hungryroot: Use code CHICKS for 40% off your 1st box and a free item with future orders at this link:HUNGRYROOT Blissy: Use code HISTORYCHICKS for 60 day free trial and 30% off high-quality silk pillowcases and other items at this special link: Blissy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 12 Jan 2025 05:04:00 -0000 Charity Adams Earley full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Charity Adams Earley was the first, and highest ranking, African-American officer in the Women's Army Corps. During WW2, she led the 6888 - The Central Postal Directory Battalion, which was sent to Europe to make sure that years of backlogged letters and packages were delivered at last to the waiting soldiers. Her work showed the importance of diversity, teamwork, and strong leadership in overcoming barriers of race and gender. Charity Adams Earley was the first, and highest ranking, African-American officer in the Women's Army Corps. During WW2, she led the 6888th - The Central Postal Directory Battalion, which was sent to Europe to make sure that years of backlogged letters and packages were delivered at last to the waiting soldiers. Her work showed the importance of diversity, teamwork, and strong leadership in overcoming barriers of race and gender. Please join us on our Field Trip to Philadelphia June 18-22, 2025, only a few spaces remain. If you're local or will be in the area, you can get in on the fun at our Dinner Party at the Betsy Ross House on June 21st! For more information and to register visit Like Minds Travel. This episode is sponsored by: Quince: Use this link to get 365-day returns and free shipping QUINCE Lume: use code CHICKS for 15% off all products at this special link LUME Hungryroot: Use code CHICKS for 40% off your 1st box and a free item with future orders at this link:HUNGRYROOT Blissy: Use code HISTORYCHICKS for 60 day free trial and 30% off high-quality silk pillowcases and other items at this special link: Blissy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Charity Adams Earley was the first, and highest ranking, African-American officer in the Women's Army Corps. During WW2, she led the 6888th - The Central Postal Directory Battalion, which was sent to Europe to make sure that years of backlogged letters and packages were delivered at last to the waiting soldiers. Her work showed the importance of diversity, teamwork, and strong leadership in overcoming barriers of race and gender.


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]]> 7623 no Mrs, Claus, 2024 https://thehistorychicks.com/mrs-claus-2024/ This story of Christmas' unsung hero has been our holiday tradition since 2014! We change bits of it every year, so no two years are exactly the same! If you have little ears with you, you may want to preview it so no secrets are spoiled! Happiest of holidays to you, we'll see you in 2025! Speaking of seeing us in 2025, we would love for you to travel with us on our Field Trip to Philadelphia June 18-22, 2025 OR if you are local-ish and would like to join our Meet-up dinner party at the Betsy Ross House on June 21st, head on over to Like Minds Travel for information and to register! We hope to see you there! Like Minds Travel: Philadelphia Field Trip Meet-up Dinner Party Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 23 Dec 2024 22:51:00 -0000 Mrs. Claus, 2024 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE A Holiday Tradition This story of Christmas' unsung hero has been our holiday tradition since 2014! We change bits of it every year, so no two years are exactly the same! If you have little ears with you, you may want to preview it so no secrets are spoiled! Happiest of holidays to you, we'll see you in 2025! Speaking of seeing us in 2025, we would love for you to travel with us on our Field Trip to Philadelphia June 18-22, 2025 OR if you are local-ish and would like to join our Meet-up dinner party at the Betsy Ross House on June 21st, head on over to Like Minds Travel for information and to register! We hope to see you there! Like Minds Travel: Philadelphia Field Trip Meet-up Dinner Party Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This story of Christmas' unsung hero has been our holiday tradition since 2014! We change bits of it every year, so no two years are exactly the same! If you have little ears with you, you may want to preview it so no secrets are spoiled! Happiest of holidays to you, we'll see you in 2025!


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]]> 996 no Katharine Graham Katharine Graham was the head of the Washington Post empire during a turbulent time in American history. After a personal tragedy catapulted her into the public eye (and the eye of the hurricane), she took on the doubters and became the most powerful woman in media history. She was an icon of resilience and determination, as well as embodying the belief that a cantankerous, vibrant, and free press is crucial to the very principles of democracy. Field Trip with us! We would love for you to join us in Philadelphia, PA June, 18-22, 2025! For information and to register, head on over to Like Minds Travel. We hope to see you there! This episode is brought to you, in part, by: Lume Deodorant: Use code CHICKS for 15% off Factor Meals: Use this link and code hc50 for 50% off your first box plus free shipping Quince: Give the gift of luxury without a luxury price at Quince.com/chicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 12 Dec 2024 22:28:00 -0000 Katharine Graham full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Katharine Graham was the head of the Washington Post empire during a turbulent time in American history. After a personal tragedy catapulted her into the public eye (and the eye of the hurricane), she took on the doubters and became the most powerful woman in media history. She was an icon of resilience and determination, as well as embodying the belief that a cantankerous, vibrant, and free press is crucial to the very principles of democracy. Katharine Graham was the head of the Washington Post empire during a turbulent time in American history. After a personal tragedy catapulted her into the public eye (and the eye of the hurricane), she took on the doubters and became the most powerful woman in media history. She was an icon of resilience and determination, as well as embodying the belief that a cantankerous, vibrant, and free press is crucial to the very principles of democracy. Field Trip with us! We would love for you to join us in Philadelphia, PA June, 18-22, 2025! For information and to register, head on over to Like Minds Travel. We hope to see you there! This episode is brought to you, in part, by: Lume Deodorant: Use code CHICKS for 15% off Factor Meals: Use this link and code hc50 for 50% off your first box plus free shipping Quince: Give the gift of luxury without a luxury price at Quince.com/chicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Katharine Graham was the head of the Washington Post empire during a turbulent time in American history. After a personal tragedy catapulted her into the public eye (and the eye of the hurricane), she took on the doubters and became the most powerful woman in media history. She was an icon of resilience and determination, as well as embodying the belief that a cantankerous, vibrant, and free press is crucial to the very principles of democracy.


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]]> 8001 no Pocahontas, 2024 https://thehistorychicks.com/episode-99-pocahontas/ It's Thanksgiving and National Native American Heritage Month here in the United States so, this week, we continue our tradition of sharing this episode from 2017. Pocahontas' real story is much different than the romanticized versions of her life! At this time of year, here, when American History is told and retold over turkey and Ubiquitous Green Bean Casserole, we want to do our part to contribute to that conversation (even if we aren't involved in the "Is It Dressing or Stuffing" debate with you all.) US Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs- for information and links about Native American Heritage Month and more. Looking to help support the show? Click the tasteful DONATE button on the right-hand side of our website, under the search bar! Thank you for all that you do for us! TheHistoryChicks.com Holiday shopping? We have a merch shop! Visit us at TeePublic! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 26 Nov 2024 15:47:32 -0000 Pocahontas 2024 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE It's Thanksgiving and National Native American Heritage Month here in the United States so, this week, we continue our tradition of sharing this episode from 2017. Pocahontas' real story is much different than the romanticized versions of her life! At this time of year, here, when American History is told and retold over turkey and Ubiquitous Green Bean Casserole, we want to do our part to contribute to that conversation (even if we aren't involved in the "Is It Dressing or Stuffing" debate with you all.) US Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs- for information and links about Native American Heritage Month and more. Looking to help support the show? Click the tasteful DONATE button on the right-hand side of our website, under the search bar! Thank you for all that you do for us! TheHistoryChicks.com Holiday shopping? We have a merch shop! Visit us at TeePublic! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's Thanksgiving and National Native American Heritage Month here in the United States so, this week, we continue our tradition of sharing this episode from 2017. Pocahontas' real story is much different than the romanticized versions of her life! At this time of year, here, when American History is told and retold over turkey and Ubiquitous Green Bean Casserole, we want to do our part to contribute to that conversation (even if we aren't involved in the "Is It Dressing or Stuffing" debate with you all.)


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]]> 4443 no Paris 2024 Travelogue We took fifty friends with us on our latest women's history tour to the City of Light! From a private nighttime tour of Versailles to a luncheon at Veuve Clicquot, through pastries shaped like apples at A. LaCroix patisserie and an ocean of glorious onion soup, we filled our suitcases with treasures and our hearts with joy. But perhaps the best souvenirs we all brought home were the lifelong friends we made along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Nov 2024 15:12:12 -0000 Paris 2024 Travelogue full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We took fifty friends with us on our latest women's history tour to the City of Light! From a private nighttime tour of Versailles to a luncheon at Veuve Clicquot, through pastries shaped like apples at A. LaCroix patisserie and an ocean of glorious onion soup, we filled our suitcases with treasures and our hearts with joy. But perhaps the best souvenirs we all brought home were the lifelong friends we made along the way. We took fifty friends with us on our latest women's history tour to the City of Light! From a private nighttime tour of Versailles to a luncheon at Veuve Clicquot, through pastries shaped like apples at A. LaCroix patisserie and an ocean of glorious onion soup, we filled our suitcases with treasures and our hearts with joy. But perhaps the best souvenirs we all brought home were the lifelong friends we made along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We took fifty friends with us on our latest women's history tour to the City of Light! From a private nighttime tour of Versailles to a luncheon at Veuve Clicquot, through pastries shaped like apples at A. LaCroix patisserie and an ocean of glorious onion soup, we filled our suitcases with treasures and our hearts with joy.

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]]> 6556 no Sarah Winchester and the Winchester Mystery House Join us on this Halloween bonus episode as we revisit our 2019 coverage of Sarah Winchester! The Winchester Mystery House has intrigued people for almost a century. Its story has always been a dramatic one, full of ghosts, guns, and desperation - but perhaps there is a simpler explanation buried within the life of Sarah Winchester herself. We would love for you to join us on our Paris Field Trip in April, 2025! Spaces are filling fast, so for more information and to register, please visit Like Minds Travel! We hope to see you there! This episode is sponsored in part by: Factor Meals, use code hc50 to get 50% off your first box, and 20% off your next month at factormeals.com/hc50 Lume Deodorant, use code CHICKS for 15% off your first purchase at lumedeodorant.com Quince, get cozy with Quince's high-quality essentials and free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/chicks Honeylove, treat yourself to the best bras on the market and save 20% at honeylove.com/chicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 30 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Sarah Winchester and the Winchester Mystery House full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Join us on this Halloween bonus episode as we revisit our 2019 coverage of Sarah Winchester! The Winchester Mystery House has intrigued people for almost a century. Its story has always been a dramatic one, full of ghosts, guns, and desperation - but perhaps there is a simpler explanation buried within the life of Sarah Winchester herself. We would love for you to join us on our Paris Field Trip in April, 2025! Spaces are filling fast, so for more information and to register, please visit Like Minds Travel! We hope to see you there! This episode is sponsored in part by: Factor Meals, use code hc50 to get 50% off your first box, and 20% off your next month at factormeals.com/hc50 Lume Deodorant, use code CHICKS for 15% off your first purchase at lumedeodorant.com Quince, get cozy with Quince's high-quality essentials and free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/chicks Honeylove, treat yourself to the best bras on the market and save 20% at honeylove.com/chicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join us on this Halloween bonus episode as we revisit our 2019 coverage of Sarah Winchester! The Winchester Mystery House has intrigued people for almost a century. Its story has always been a dramatic one, full of ghosts, guns, and desperation - but perhaps there is a simpler explanation buried within the life of Sarah Winchester herself.


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]]> 4697 New York City Travelogue 2024 Join us as we discuss our recent field trip to the city that never sleeps! Fifty friends joined us for a women's history extravaganza (and thirty more dropped by for a celebration on the water)! From the gritty realities of the Tenement Museum to the excesses of America's Gilded Age - the sobering truths of the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire to the glittering lights of Broadway, we'll tell you what moved us and surprised us with help from the friends who traveled with us on our whirlwind tour of New York City. Would you like to go on a Field Trip with us? Registration for our Field Trip to Paris, 2025 is now open! Visit Like Minds Travel for information and to register! This episode is sponsored in part by: Factor Meals, visit Factormeals.com/hc50, and use promo code hc50 for 50% off your first box! Lume deodorant, use promo code CHICKS at lumedeodorant.com for 15% off all products Lolavie haircare, use promo code CHICKS15 at checkout for 15% off at lolavie.com Blissy, for a 60-night free trial and 30% off when you shop for silk pillowcases, bonnets, and more at Blissy.com/HISTORYCHICKS, and use promocode HISTORYCHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Oct 2024 08:01:00 -0000 New York City Travelogue 2024 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Join us as we discuss our recent field trip to the city that never sleeps! Fifty friends joined us for a women's history extravaganza (and thirty more dropped by for a celebration on the water)! From the gritty realities of the tenement museum to the excesses of America's Gilded Age - the sobering truths of the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire to the glittering lights of Broadway, we'll tell you what moved us and surprised us on our whirlwind tour of New York City. Join us as we discuss our recent field trip to the city that never sleeps! Fifty friends joined us for a women's history extravaganza (and thirty more dropped by for a celebration on the water)! From the gritty realities of the Tenement Museum to the excesses of America's Gilded Age - the sobering truths of the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire to the glittering lights of Broadway, we'll tell you what moved us and surprised us with help from the friends who traveled with us on our whirlwind tour of New York City. Would you like to go on a Field Trip with us? Registration for our Field Trip to Paris, 2025 is now open! Visit Like Minds Travel for information and to register! This episode is sponsored in part by: Factor Meals, visit Factormeals.com/hc50, and use promo code hc50 for 50% off your first box! Lume deodorant, use promo code CHICKS at lumedeodorant.com for 15% off all products Lolavie haircare, use promo code CHICKS15 at checkout for 15% off at lolavie.com Blissy, for a 60-night free trial and 30% off when you shop for silk pillowcases, bonnets, and more at Blissy.com/HISTORYCHICKS, and use promocode HISTORYCHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join us as we discuss our recent field trip to the city that never sleeps! Fifty friends joined us for a women's history extravaganza (and thirty more dropped by for a celebration on the water)! From the gritty realities of the Tenement Museum to the excesses of America's Gilded Age - the sobering truths of the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire to the glittering lights of Broadway, we'll tell you what moved us and surprised us with help from the friends who traveled with us on our whirlwind tour of New York City.


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]]> 4626 no Victoria Woodhull, 2024 It's election season here in the US, so we're revisiting the life of the very first woman to run for the American Presidency in 1872. Victoria Woodhull crafted a life for herself from very raw materials when she traveled from an abusive childhood to an aristocratic end and, throughout it all, was a woman ahead of her time. This episode is sponsored by: Branch Basics/historychicks, non-toxic cleaning products.15 % off with code HISTORYCHICKS Quince, Cozy clothing with premium fabrics and finishes with free shipping and 365-day returns Oak Essentials, clean, spa-quality skincare essential.15% off with code HISTORYCHICKS15 LolaVie, your hair will thank you. 15%off with code CHICKS15. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:18:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE It's election season here in the US, so we're revisiting the life of the very first woman to run for the American Presidency in 1872. Victoria Woodhull crafted a life for herself from very raw materials when she traveled from an abusive childhood to an aristocratic end and, throughout it all, was a woman ahead of her time. This episode is sponsored by: Branch Basics/historychicks, non-toxic cleaning products.15 % off with code HISTORYCHICKS Quince, Cozy clothing with premium fabrics and finishes with free shipping and 365-day returns Oak Essentials, clean, spa-quality skincare essential.15% off with code HISTORYCHICKS15 LolaVie, your hair will thank you. 15%off with code CHICKS15. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's election season here in the US, so we're revisiting the life of the very first woman to run for the American Presidency in 1872. Victoria Woodhull crafted a life for herself from very raw materials when she traveled from an abusive childhood to an aristocratic end and, throughout it all, was a woman ahead of her time.


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]]> 7465 no Gertrude Ederle They said it couldn't be done; that the deck, and the odds, were stacked against her, but Trudy Ederle listened only to her heart during her record-breaking swim across the English Channel. She was the first woman to accomplish this feat - and her record would hold for another 24 years. Gertrude Ederle made women's history. : Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 27 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Gertrude Ederle full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE They said it couldn't be done; that the deck, and the odds, were stacked against her, but Trudy Ederle listened only to her heart during her record-breaking swim across the English Channel. She was the first woman to accomplish this feat - and her record would hold for another 24 years. Gertrude Ederle made womens history. They said it couldn't be done; that the deck, and the odds, were stacked against her, but Trudy Ederle listened only to her heart during her record-breaking swim across the English Channel. She was the first woman to accomplish this feat - and her record would hold for another 24 years. Gertrude Ederle made women's history. : Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices They said it couldn't be done; that the deck, and the odds, were stacked against her, but Trudy Ederle listened only to her heart during her record-breaking swim across the English Channel. She was the first woman to accomplish this feat - and her record would hold for another 24 years. Gertrude Ederle made women's history.


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]]> 7675 no Fannie Lou Hamer 2024 We reached back a few years to again shine the spotlight on this remarkable woman. Fannie Lou Hamer began life as a small child whose hard labor was key to her family’s survival. She grew up to become a fiery civil rights activist who would not be silenced by intimidation, violence, or the personal wishes of the President of the United States himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We reached back a few years to again shine the spotlight on this remarkable woman. Fannie Lou Hamer began life as a small child whose hard labor was key to her family’s survival. She grew up to become a fiery civil rights activist who would not be silenced by intimidation, violence, or the personal wishes of the President of the United States himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We reached back a few years to again shine the spotlight on this remarkable woman. Fannie Lou Hamer began life as a small child whose hard labor was key to her family’s survival. She grew up to become a fiery civil rights activist who would not be silenced by intimidation, violence, or the personal wishes of the President of the United States himself.






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]]> 7413 no Emily Roebling Emily Roebling stepped in to facilitate the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge after her husband, its chief engineer, fell victim to a mysterious illness. Though her contributions were kept shadowed at the time, later generations have come to realize how critical she was to the project's completion. There are just a few tickets left to join us in NYC on 9/14/24 for our Field Trip Dinner Cruise! Sign up at Like Minds Travel! This episode is sponsored in part by: Factor Meals: Use code hc50 for 50% off your first box of fresh, delicious meals in 2 minutes at FactorMeals.com/hc50 LolaVie hair care: Use code CHICKS at LolaVie.com for 15% off Quince: For timeless, high-quality clothing, jewelry, handbags, and more and get free shipping and 365-day returns at Quince.com/CHICKS Honeylove: Get 20% off shapewear, bras, and a whole lot more at honeylove.com/HISTORYCHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Emily Roebling full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Emily Roebling stepped in to facilitate the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge after her husband, its chief engineer, fell victim to a mysterious illness. Though her contributions were kept shadowed at the time, later generations have come to realize how critical she was to the project's completion. Emily Roebling stepped in to facilitate the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge after her husband, its chief engineer, fell victim to a mysterious illness. Though her contributions were kept shadowed at the time, later generations have come to realize how critical she was to the project's completion. There are just a few tickets left to join us in NYC on 9/14/24 for our Field Trip Dinner Cruise! Sign up at Like Minds Travel! This episode is sponsored in part by: Factor Meals: Use code hc50 for 50% off your first box of fresh, delicious meals in 2 minutes at FactorMeals.com/hc50 LolaVie hair care: Use code CHICKS at LolaVie.com for 15% off Quince: For timeless, high-quality clothing, jewelry, handbags, and more and get free shipping and 365-day returns at Quince.com/CHICKS Honeylove: Get 20% off shapewear, bras, and a whole lot more at honeylove.com/HISTORYCHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Emily Roebling stepped in to facilitate the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge after her husband, its chief engineer, fell victim to a mysterious illness. Though her contributions were kept shadowed at the time, later generations have come to realize how critical she was to the project's completion.


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]]> 7762 no Empress Maria Theresa of Austria Part 2 Maria Theresa was the only woman to rule the Hapsburg dominions in her own right and is considered to have been one of its most successful leaders. Gathering the broken pieces of the empire she inherited, she assembled a brand new country - strategically laying the foundations of cultural reform that changed the course of history. This episode is sponsored in part by: Lume, whole body deodorant is 15 percent off with code CHICKS Factor Meals, 50% off 1st box, 20% off the second with code HC50 OSEA, get glowy, healthy skin and 10% off your first order with code CHICKS 3 Day Blinds, Buy 1 get 1 50%off, head to 3dayblinds.com/CHICKS Join us on September 14, 2024, for our Field Trip Dinner Cruise in New York City! Information is available at Like Minds Travel! We hope to see you there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Empress Maria Theresa of Austria Part 2 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Maria Theresa was the only woman to rule the Hapsburg dominions in her own right, and is considered to have been one of its most successful leaders. Gathering the broken pieces of the empire she inherited, she assembled a brand new country - strategically laying the foundations of cultural reform that changed the course of history. Maria Theresa was the only woman to rule the Hapsburg dominions in her own right and is considered to have been one of its most successful leaders. Gathering the broken pieces of the empire she inherited, she assembled a brand new country - strategically laying the foundations of cultural reform that changed the course of history. This episode is sponsored in part by: Lume, whole body deodorant is 15 percent off with code CHICKS Factor Meals, 50% off 1st box, 20% off the second with code HC50 OSEA, get glowy, healthy skin and 10% off your first order with code CHICKS 3 Day Blinds, Buy 1 get 1 50%off, head to 3dayblinds.com/CHICKS Join us on September 14, 2024, for our Field Trip Dinner Cruise in New York City! Information is available at Like Minds Travel! We hope to see you there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Maria Theresa was the only woman to rule the Hapsburg dominions in her own right and is considered to have been one of its most successful leaders. Gathering the broken pieces of the empire she inherited, she assembled a brand new country - strategically laying the foundations of cultural reform that changed the course of history.


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]]> 6120 no Empress Maria Theresa of Austria Part 1 Destined from her cradle for a seat on the throne, Maria Theresa had to fight both the prejudices of her age AND some of the greatest warriors of the time in order to secure her empire. Please join us on our Field Trip Dinner Cruise on September, 14th in NYC! DETAILS HERE Support for this episode from: Pack your bags with Quince Treat yourself with Honeylove Get glowing skin with Osea, use code CHICKS Deliciously dine in 2 minutes with Factor Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Empress Maria Theresa of Austria Part 1 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Destined from her cradle for a seat on the throne, Maria Theresa had to fight both the prejudices of her age AND some of the greatest warriors of the time in order to secure her empire. Destined from her cradle for a seat on the throne, Maria Theresa had to fight both the prejudices of her age AND some of the greatest warriors of the time in order to secure her empire. Please join us on our Field Trip Dinner Cruise on September, 14th in NYC! DETAILS HERE Support for this episode from: Pack your bags with Quince Treat yourself with Honeylove Get glowing skin with Osea, use code CHICKS Deliciously dine in 2 minutes with Factor Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Destined from her cradle for a seat on the throne, Maria Theresa had to fight both the prejudices of her age AND some of the greatest warriors of the time in order to secure her empire.


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]]> 5480 no Austria Field Trip Travelogue 2024 Please join us and our fellow Field Trip Friends as we tell you all about our adventures in Austria! From the glamour of the Habsburgs in Vienna to the musical history of Salzburg and points in between, we'll tell you our stories of history, gastronomy, comedy... and friendship. Factor Meals: 50% off your first box Lume Deodorant: 15% off all products 3-Day Blinds: Buy one get one 50% off Quince: Free shipping and 365-Day returns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Austria Field Trip Travelogue 2024 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Please join us and our fellow Field Trip Friends as we tell you all about our adventures in Austria! From the glamour of the Habsburgs in Vienna to the musical history of Salzburg and points in between, we'll tell you our stories of history, gastronomy, comedy... and friendship. Please join us and our fellow Field Trip Friends as we tell you all about our adventures in Austria! From the glamour of the Habsburgs in Vienna to the musical history of Salzburg and points in between, we'll tell you our stories of history, gastronomy, comedy... and friendship. Factor Meals: 50% off your first box Lume Deodorant: 15% off all products 3-Day Blinds: Buy one get one 50% off Quince: Free shipping and 365-Day returns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Please join us and our fellow Field Trip Friends as we tell you all about our adventures in Austria! From the glamour of the Habsburgs in Vienna to the musical history of Salzburg and points in between, we'll tell you our stories of history, gastronomy, comedy... and friendship.


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]]> 6065 no The Statue of Liberty 2024 Today we bring you our traditional Fourth of July holiday coverage of the life and times of the Statue of Liberty, from her conception at a dinner party in France to the symbol of hope she has become for the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 Jun 2024 08:01:00 -0000 The Statue of Liberty 2024 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Today we bring you our traditional Fourth of July holiday coverage of the life and times of the Statue of Liberty, from her conception at a dinner party in France to the symbol of hope she has become for the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today we bring you our traditional Fourth of July holiday coverage of the life and times of the Statue of Liberty, from her conception at a dinner party in France to the symbol of hope she has become for the world.

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]]> 6960 Gertrude Bell Once upon a time, a daughter of privilege took her enormous intelligence, unfathomable bravery, and an entire set of Wedgwood china into the uncharted parts of the Middle East, making maps, discoveries and friends along the way. Her work helped pave the way for the establishment of the modern country of Iraq. This episode is brought to you, in part, by these advertisers: Blueland: cleaning products that are better for the planet; 15% off your first order, blueland.com/CHICKS Quince: Beautiful, clothing essentials; free shipping and 365-day returns at Quince.com/CHICKS Factor Meals: 50% off your first box, and 20% off your next month (while subscription is active) use code HC50 at factormeals.com/HC50 Lume Deodorant: Whole body deodorant products; 15% off with code CHICKS at lumedeodorant.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Gertrude Bell full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Once upon a time, a daughter of privilege took her enormous intelligence, unfathomable bravery, and an entire set of Wedgwood china into the uncharted parts of the Middle East, making maps, discoveries and friends along the way. Her work helped pave the way for the establishment of the modern country of Iraq. Once upon a time, a daughter of privilege took her enormous intelligence, unfathomable bravery, and an entire set of Wedgwood china into the uncharted parts of the Middle East, making maps, discoveries and friends along the way. Her work helped pave the way for the establishment of the modern country of Iraq. This episode is brought to you, in part, by these advertisers: Blueland: cleaning products that are better for the planet; 15% off your first order, blueland.com/CHICKS Quince: Beautiful, clothing essentials; free shipping and 365-day returns at Quince.com/CHICKS Factor Meals: 50% off your first box, and 20% off your next month (while subscription is active) use code HC50 at factormeals.com/HC50 Lume Deodorant: Whole body deodorant products; 15% off with code CHICKS at lumedeodorant.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Once upon a time, a daughter of privilege took her enormous intelligence, unfathomable bravery, and an entire set of Wedgwood china into the uncharted parts of the Middle East, making maps, discoveries and friends along the way. Her work helped pave the way for the establishment of the modern country of Iraq.


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]]> 4506 Georgia O'Keeffe Georgia O'Keeffe is known as the mother of Modernism; she created a vast body of work, always finding a novel way to express what she wanted to say through her art. After talking about Mary Cassatt, we were both drawn back to her story and thought you might like to revisit her, too. From 2018 This episode is sponsored by: Factor Meals: Use code hc50 Rosetta Stone/CHICKS: 50% off Honeylove/HISTORYCHICKS: 20% off Quince/CHICKS: free-shipping and 365-day returns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 29 May 2024 08:01:00 -0000 Georgia O'Keeffe full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Georgia O'Keeffe is known as the mother of Modernism; she created a vast body of work, always finding a novel way to express what she wanted to say through her art. After talking about Mary Cassatt, we were both drawn back to her story and thought you might like to revisit her, too. From 2018 This episode is sponsored by: Factor Meals: Use code hc50 Rosetta Stone/CHICKS: 50% off Honeylove/HISTORYCHICKS: 20% off Quince/CHICKS: free-shipping and 365-day returns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Georgia O'Keeffe is known as the mother of Modernism; she created a vast body of work, always finding a novel way to express what she wanted to say through her art. After talking about Mary Cassatt, we were both drawn back to her story and thought you might like to revisit her, too. From 2018


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]]> 8739 no Mary Cassatt Mary Cassatt had always been an independent thinker. But once she became a member of the radical group of artists known as the Impressionists, she sidestepped expectations of gender (and the traditional rules of artistic expression) and forged a singular style that was all her own. This episode is supported by: OSEA: Clean, vegan skin and body care for 10% off on your first order with code CHICKS Lume: 15% off all Lume deodorant products with code CHICKS Blueland: 15% off good for you and the earth cleaning products at this unique link BLUELAND/CHICKS LolaVie: Great hair at 15% off with promo code CHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 15 May 2024 08:01:00 -0000 Mary Cassatt full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Mary Cassatt had always been an independent thinker. But once she became a member of the radical group of artists known as the Impressionists, she sidestepped expectations of gender (and the traditional rules of artistic expression), and forged a singular style that was all her own. Mary Cassatt had always been an independent thinker. But once she became a member of the radical group of artists known as the Impressionists, she sidestepped expectations of gender (and the traditional rules of artistic expression) and forged a singular style that was all her own. This episode is supported by: OSEA: Clean, vegan skin and body care for 10% off on your first order with code CHICKS Lume: 15% off all Lume deodorant products with code CHICKS Blueland: 15% off good for you and the earth cleaning products at this unique link BLUELAND/CHICKS LolaVie: Great hair at 15% off with promo code CHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mary Cassatt had always been an independent thinker. But once she became a member of the radical group of artists known as the Impressionists, she sidestepped expectations of gender (and the traditional rules of artistic expression) and forged a singular style that was all her own.


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]]> 9019 no Clara Bow 2024 https://thehistorychicks.com/?s=clara+bow A young woman named Taylor Swift, who we admire greatly, has just released an album that includes a track called "Clara Bow". We thought we would reach back into the archives and bring you the story of Clara Bow, who was the world's first "it" girl, and her journey through the perilous world of fame.  This episode is sponsored by: Lume Deodorant, save with promo code CHICKS Factor Meals, save with promo code hc50 Osea skin care, save with promo code CHICKS Aura Frames, save with promo code CHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 Apr 2024 08:01:00 -0000 Clara Bow 2024 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE A young woman named Taylor Swift, who we admire greatly, has just released an album that includes a track called "Clara Bow". We thought we would reach back into the archives and bring you the story of Clara Bow, who was the world's first "it" girl, and her journey through the perilous world of fame.  This episode is sponsored by: Lume Deodorant, save with promo code CHICKS Factor Meals, save with promo code hc50 Osea skin care, save with promo code CHICKS Aura Frames, save with promo code CHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A young woman named Taylor Swift, who we admire greatly, has just released an album that includes a track called "Clara Bow". We thought we would reach back into the archives and bring you the story of Clara Bow, who was the world's first "it" girl, and her journey through the perilous world of fame. 


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]]> 5178 no Babe Didrickson Zaharias Babe's colorful personality, drive, and athleticism made her a role model for girls and women across the globe as an Olympian and a multi-sport professional athlete. We've spoken so often about her lately that we thought it might be time for a refresher on her story!  This episode is sponsored by: Factor Meals: Use code HC50 for 50% off first box Honeylove: Treat yourself Rosetta Stone: 50% of a Lifetime Membership Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Apr 2024 08:01:00 -0000 Babe Didrickson Zaharias full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Babe's colorful personality, drive, and athleticism made her a role model for girls and women across the globe as an Olympian and a multi=sport professional athlete. We've spoken so often about her lately that we thought it might be time for a refresher on her story! Babe's colorful personality, drive, and athleticism made her a role model for girls and women across the globe as an Olympian and a multi-sport professional athlete. We've spoken so often about her lately that we thought it might be time for a refresher on her story!  This episode is sponsored by: Factor Meals: Use code HC50 for 50% off first box Honeylove: Treat yourself Rosetta Stone: 50% of a Lifetime Membership Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Babe's colorful personality, drive, and athleticism made her a role model for girls and women across the globe as an Olympian and a multi-sport professional athlete. We've spoken so often about her lately that we thought it might be time for a refresher on her story! 

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]]> 7871 no Althea Gibson Part 2 After decades of struggle against obstacles and expectations that would defeat most of us, Althea Gibson achieved international success in the world of tennis; breaking the color barrier at Wimbledon and opening the game to future generations of players. She built many bridges and fought the good fight in many fields of endeavor - we only wish that her admirers had made sure that Althea realized during her lifetime what an impact she had made on the world. If you'll be in the New York City area in mid-September, please join us on our Locals' Meet-up Dinner Cruise on September 14th- it's quite a party- and there are only a couple of spots left to join us on our New York City Field Trip that week, find information for both at Like Minds Travel. Episode Sponsors: Factor Meals-50% off with code HC50 OSEA-10% off your first order with code CHICKS MAGIC SPOON-save $5.00 on delicious, high-protein cereal with code CHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 Mar 2024 08:01:00 -0000 Althea Gibson Part 2 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE After decades of struggle against obstacles and expectations that would defeat most of us, Althea Gibson achieved international success in the world of tennis; breaking the color barrier at Wimbledon, and opening the game to future generations of players. She built many bridges and fought the good fight in many fields of endeavor - we only wish that her admirers had made sure that Althea realized during her lifetime what an impact she had made on the world. After decades of struggle against obstacles and expectations that would defeat most of us, Althea Gibson achieved international success in the world of tennis; breaking the color barrier at Wimbledon and opening the game to future generations of players. She built many bridges and fought the good fight in many fields of endeavor - we only wish that her admirers had made sure that Althea realized during her lifetime what an impact she had made on the world. If you'll be in the New York City area in mid-September, please join us on our Locals' Meet-up Dinner Cruise on September 14th- it's quite a party- and there are only a couple of spots left to join us on our New York City Field Trip that week, find information for both at Like Minds Travel. Episode Sponsors: Factor Meals-50% off with code HC50 OSEA-10% off your first order with code CHICKS MAGIC SPOON-save $5.00 on delicious, high-protein cereal with code CHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After decades of struggle against obstacles and expectations that would defeat most of us, Althea Gibson achieved international success in the world of tennis; breaking the color barrier at Wimbledon and opening the game to future generations of players. She built many bridges and fought the good fight in many fields of endeavor - we only wish that her admirers had made sure that Althea realized during her lifetime what an impact she had made on the world.



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]]> 5846 no Jessie Tarbox Beals According to Jessie Tarbox Beals - the first female photojournalist in the world - the key to success is mostly HUSTLE. In her case, it looked like this: arrive in a new town, set up a darkroom, canvas the populace, ingratiate yourself, SNAP SNAP SNAP, develop, print, deliver, catch the train as it's pulling out of the station... Be in the right place at the right time. Make your own opportunities. repeat repeat repeat This episode is sponsored by: Quince: Indulge in affordable luxury! Honeylove: Treat yourself and save 20%, please tell them we sent you! Factor Meals: get 50% off using code hc50! Lume Deodorant: Get $5 off a starter pack with code CHICKS There are just a few spots left on our September Field Trip to New York City, and reservations are open for our NYC Dinner Cruise! Details at Like Minds Travel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Mar 2024 08:01:00 -0000 Jessie Tarbox Beals full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE According to Jessie Tarbox Beals - the first female photojournalist in the world - the key to success is mostly HUSTLE. In her case, it looked like this: arrive in a new town, set up a darkroom, canvas the populace, ingratiate yourself, SNAP SNAP SNAP, develop, print, deliver, catch the train as it's pulling out of the station... Be in the right place at the right time. Make your own opportunities. repeat repeat repeat According to Jessie Tarbox Beals - the first female photojournalist in the world - the key to success is mostly HUSTLE. In her case, it looked like this: arrive in a new town, set up a darkroom, canvas the populace, ingratiate yourself, SNAP SNAP SNAP, develop, print, deliver, catch the train as it's pulling out of the station... Be in the right place at the right time. Make your own opportunities. repeat repeat repeat This episode is sponsored by: Quince: Indulge in affordable luxury! Honeylove: Treat yourself and save 20%, please tell them we sent you! Factor Meals: get 50% off using code hc50! Lume Deodorant: Get $5 off a starter pack with code CHICKS There are just a few spots left on our September Field Trip to New York City, and reservations are open for our NYC Dinner Cruise! Details at Like Minds Travel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to Jessie Tarbox Beals - the first female photojournalist in the world - the key to success is mostly HUSTLE. In her case, it looked like this: arrive in a new town, set up a darkroom, canvas the populace, ingratiate yourself, SNAP SNAP SNAP, develop, print, deliver, catch the train as it's pulling out of the station...

Be in the right place at the right time.

Make your own opportunities.

repeat repeat repeat

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]]> 4692 no Althea Gibson Part 1 There are quite a few lines on a tennis court; sideline, baseline, service line - all of which have their functions. But beginning in 1950, a powerful and charismatic African American athlete named Althea Gibson began to smash tennis' color lines, one after another. Althea Gibson broke new ground and changed the world's perception of what was possible in the world of sports. Come join us live at the Missouri History Museum on March 7, 2024, from 5:00-8:00 PM, and March 8 from 11:30-12:00! Spaces are filling fast for our Field Trips to Paris and New York City! Visit Like Minds Travel for details! RocketMoney: rocketmoney.com/HISTORYCHICKS Factor Meals: Use code hc50 for 50% off at Factormeals.com/hc50 Lume: $5 off a starter pack with code CHICKS at LumeDeodorant.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Feb 2024 03:38:00 -0000 Althea Gibson Part 1 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE There are quite a few lines on a tennis court; sideline, baseline, service line - all of which have their functions. But beginning in 1950, a powerful and charismatic African American athlete named Althea Gibson began to smash tennis' color lines, one after another. There are quite a few lines on a tennis court; sideline, baseline, service line - all of which have their functions. But beginning in 1950, a powerful and charismatic African American athlete named Althea Gibson began to smash tennis' color lines, one after another. Althea Gibson broke new ground and changed the world's perception of what was possible in the world of sports. Come join us live at the Missouri History Museum on March 7, 2024, from 5:00-8:00 PM, and March 8 from 11:30-12:00! Spaces are filling fast for our Field Trips to Paris and New York City! Visit Like Minds Travel for details! RocketMoney: rocketmoney.com/HISTORYCHICKS Factor Meals: Use code hc50 for 50% off at Factormeals.com/hc50 Lume: $5 off a starter pack with code CHICKS at LumeDeodorant.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There are quite a few lines on a tennis court; sideline, baseline, service line - all of which have their functions. But beginning in 1950, a powerful and charismatic African American athlete named Althea Gibson began to smash tennis' color lines, one after another. Althea Gibson broke new ground and changed the world's perception of what was possible in the world of sports.


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]]> 4514 no Maria Anna Mozart and Clara Schumann Maria Anna Mozart and Clara Schumann were talented and musically gifted women. They were both child prodigies and both dazzled audiences across Europe. While they were (and still are) often put in the shadow of a talented male relative, one woman quietly stepped out of the spotlight while the other fought to stay. Registration is open for our Field Trip to New York City in September of 2024! For information and to register, please visit Like Minds Travel. (While you're there, look at the itinerary for our Paris Field Trip in October, it's almost sold out.) Treat yourself to the best bras on the market and save 20% at Honeylove.com/HISTORYCHICKS, tell them we sent you! Come see us live at the Missouri History Museum in St. Louis, Missouri on March 7th! For more information visit mohistory.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000 Maria Anna Mozart and Clara Schumann full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Maria Anna Mozart and Clara Schumann were talented and musically gifted women. They were both child prodigies and both dazzled audiences across Europe. While they were (and still are) often put in the shadow of a talented male relative, one woman quietly stepped out of the spotlight while the other fought to stay. Registration is open for our Field Trip to New York City in September of 2024! For information and to register, please visit Like Minds Travel. (While you're there, look at the itinerary for our Paris Field Trip in October, it's almost sold out.) Treat yourself to the best bras on the market and save 20% at Honeylove.com/HISTORYCHICKS, tell them we sent you! Come see us live at the Missouri History Museum in St. Louis, Missouri on March 7th! For more information visit mohistory.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Maria Anna Mozart and Clara Schumann were talented and musically gifted women. They were both child prodigies and both dazzled audiences across Europe. While they were (and still are) often put in the shadow of a talented male relative, one woman quietly stepped out of the spotlight while the other fought to stay.



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]]> 6042 Alice Roosevelt Longworth Part 2 Alice Roosevelt Longworth was once the most famous woman in the world. She graduated from youthful frivolity into the deadly serious role of behind-the-scenes political engine and policy influencer; always the center of the action and (sometimes grudging) admiration wherever she went. Join us in PARIS! Registration is now open to travel with us to Paris in October, 2024! Check out the Field Trip itinerary and sign up at Like Minds Travel And, there are just two spots left for our Field Trip to Austria in June, learn more at Like Minds Travel! This episode is sponsored by: RocketMoney, stop wasting money on things you don't use. Quince, Luxury you deserve. Factor Meals, save 50% on with code hc50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 25 Jan 2024 03:54:00 -0000 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Alice Roosevelt Longworth was once the most famous woman in the world. She graduated from youthful frivolity into the deadly serious role of behind-the-scenes political engine and policy influencer; always the center of the action and (sometimes grudging) admiration wherever she went. Alice Roosevelt Longworth was once the most famous woman in the world. She graduated from youthful frivolity into the deadly serious role of behind-the-scenes political engine and policy influencer; always the center of the action and (sometimes grudging) admiration wherever she went. Join us in PARIS! Registration is now open to travel with us to Paris in October, 2024! Check out the Field Trip itinerary and sign up at Like Minds Travel And, there are just two spots left for our Field Trip to Austria in June, learn more at Like Minds Travel! This episode is sponsored by: RocketMoney, stop wasting money on things you don't use. Quince, Luxury you deserve. Factor Meals, save 50% on with code hc50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alice Roosevelt Longworth was once the most famous woman in the world. She graduated from youthful frivolity into the deadly serious role of behind-the-scenes political engine and policy influencer; always the center of the action and (sometimes grudging) admiration wherever she went.


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]]> 9159 no Alice Roosevelt Longworth Part 1 President Theodore Roosevelt had many challenges during his career… corruption in the New York police force, the creation of the Panama Canal , the Spanish American war, protecting the Grand Canyon and other national monuments, and groundbreaking anti-trust legislation But the greatest challenge he faced was a volcano in a blue dress, his eldest daughter - flouter of convention, spicy of demeanor, and perhaps the world’s first media superstar…who admirers across the world came to call America’s “Princess Alice.” Join us on our Field Trip to Austria in June of '24! Only a few spots left, for information and to sign up visit Like Minds Travel This episode is sponsored by: Honeylove, treat yourself and get 20% off with code HISTORYCHICKS at honeylove.com/HISTORYCHICKS Lume Whole Body Deodorant, give it a try, get $5 off a Starter Pack with code CHICKS at lumedeodorant.com RocketMoney, stop wasting money on things you don't use, RocketMoney.com/HISTORYCHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Jan 2024 17:18:00 -0000 Alice Roosevelt Longworth Part 1 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE President Theodore Roosevelt had many challenges during his career, but perhaps the greatest challenge he faced was a volcano in a blue dress, his eldest daughter - flouter of convention, spicy of demeanor, and perhaps the world’s first media superstar…who admirers across the world came to call America’s “Princess Alice.” President Theodore Roosevelt had many challenges during his career… corruption in the New York police force, the creation of the Panama Canal , the Spanish American war, protecting the Grand Canyon and other national monuments, and groundbreaking anti-trust legislation But the greatest challenge he faced was a volcano in a blue dress, his eldest daughter - flouter of convention, spicy of demeanor, and perhaps the world’s first media superstar…who admirers across the world came to call America’s “Princess Alice.” Join us on our Field Trip to Austria in June of '24! Only a few spots left, for information and to sign up visit Like Minds Travel This episode is sponsored by: Honeylove, treat yourself and get 20% off with code HISTORYCHICKS at honeylove.com/HISTORYCHICKS Lume Whole Body Deodorant, give it a try, get $5 off a Starter Pack with code CHICKS at lumedeodorant.com RocketMoney, stop wasting money on things you don't use, RocketMoney.com/HISTORYCHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices President Theodore Roosevelt had many challenges during his career… corruption in the

New York police force, the creation of the Panama Canal , the Spanish American war, protecting the Grand Canyon and other national monuments, and groundbreaking anti-trust legislation

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]]> 4609 no Mrs. Claus, 2023 https://thehistorychicks.com/minicast-mrs-claus/ Mrs. Claus has a history as colorful as her husband's so we spotlight it in our annual visit to her life! Originally, this episode is from 2014, but it's sort of a time-capsule episode: we've added things over the years, including this year, so if you hear Jingle Bells, there's still more to come! For our shownotes to this episode, visit The History Chicks There is just a handful of spaces left for our June 2024 Field Trip to Austria, it will sell out very soon, for details and to sign up, visit Like Minds Travel Thanks to the sponsor for this episode, visit them at RocketMoney.com/historychicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 22 Dec 2023 17:58:00 -0000 Mrs. Claus, 2023 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Mrs. Claus has a history as colorful as her husband's so we spotlight it in our annual visit to her life! Originally, this episode is from 2014, but it's sort of a time-capsule episode: we've added things over the years, including this year, so if you hear Jingle Bells, there's still more to come! For our shownotes to this episode, visit The History Chicks There is just a handful of spaces left for our June 2024 Field Trip to Austria, it will sell out very soon, for details and to sign up, visit Like Minds Travel Thanks to the sponsor for this episode, visit them at RocketMoney.com/historychicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mrs. Claus has a history as colorful as her husband's so we spotlight it in our annual visit to her life! Originally, this episode is from 2014, but it's sort of a time-capsule episode: we've added things over the years, including this year, so if you hear Jingle Bells, there's still more to come!


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]]> 956 La Malinche As a child, La Malinche was sold into slavery by her own family. Through a series of curious circumstances, she began working as a translator and cultural interpreter for Hernán Cortés, and became one of the most famous (or infamous) characters in the story of Spain's conquest of Mexico. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 12 Dec 2023 10:58:00 -0000 La Malinche full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE La Malinche became one of the most famous (or infamous) characters in the story of Spain's conquest of Mexico. As a child, La Malinche was sold into slavery by her own family. Through a series of curious circumstances, she began working as a translator and cultural interpreter for Hernán Cortés, and became one of the most famous (or infamous) characters in the story of Spain's conquest of Mexico. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As a child, La Malinche was sold into slavery by her own family. Through a series of curious circumstances, she began working as a translator and cultural interpreter for Hernán Cortés, and became one of the most famous (or infamous) characters in the story of Spain's conquest of Mexico.



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]]> 5987 no France Field Trip Travelogue, 2023 Please join us and our fellow Field Trip Friends, as we all tell you about our adventures in France! From the glitter of Paris to the Champagne country caves, we share all the highlights of our trip. There's also a very special announcement at the beginning that we're pretty excited about! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy at try at BETTERHELP.COM/CHICKS Join us on our next Field Trip to Austria in June! Details at LIKE MINDS TRAVEL! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 28 Nov 2023 19:33:00 -0000 France Field Trip Travelogue, 2023 full 239 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Please join us and our fellow Field Trip Friends, as we all tell you about our adventures in France! From the glitter of Paris to the Champagne country caves, we share all the highlights of our trip. There's also a very special announcement at the beginning that we're pretty excited about! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy at try at BETTERHELP.COM/CHICKS Join us on our next Field Trip to Austria in June! Details at LIKE MINDS TRAVEL! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Please join us and our fellow Field Trip Friends, as we all tell you about our adventures in France! From the glitter of Paris to the Champagne country caves, we share all the highlights of our trip. There's also a very special announcement at the beginning that we're pretty excited about!


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]]> 5501 no Pocahontas https://thehistorychicks.com/episode-99-pocahontas/ As is our annual tradition for both National American Indian Heritage Month and Thanksgiving, we present you with a bonus episode this month, our 2017 coverage of Pocahontas. She did save lives, but her story is far from the fairy tale often presented. For this episode's shownotes, visit us at The History Chicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Nov 2023 16:45:09 -0000 Pocahontas bonus The History Chicks | AIRWAVE As is our annual tradition for both National American Indian Heritage Month and Thanksgiving, we present you with a bonus episode this month, our 2017 coverage of Pocahontas. She did save lives, but her story is far from the fairy tale often presented. For this episode's shownotes, visit us at The History Chicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As is our annual tradition for both National American Indian Heritage Month and Thanksgiving, we present you with a bonus episode this month, our 2017 coverage of Pocahontas. She did save lives, but her story is far from the fairy tale often presented.


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]]> 4455 no Frances Glessner Lee Frances Glessner Lee was the mother of modern forensic medicine; as an heiress and socialite, she might have been expected by her peers to live a staid, placid life. Her immersion into the gory and sometimes alarming world of post-mortem medical work led to remarkable scientific advancement in the field. Working on the famous "Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death" - realistic miniature dioramas of crime scenes for training purposes - made her a household name, but her diligence in outreach and research made her irreplaceable. Thank you to our sponsors of this episode and to you for helping to support the show! HONEYLOVE BETTERHELP Visit our website for more information on Frances Glessner Lee! THE HISTORY CHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 14 Nov 2023 17:57:00 -0000 Frances Glessner Lee full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Frances Glessner Lee was the mother of modern forensic medicine. Frances Glessner Lee was the mother of modern forensic medicine; as an heiress and socialite, she might have been expected by her peers to live a staid, placid life. Her immersion into the gory and sometimes alarming world of post-mortem medical work led to remarkable scientific advancement in the field. Working on the famous "Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death" - realistic miniature dioramas of crime scenes for training purposes - made her a household name, but her diligence in outreach and research made her irreplaceable. Thank you to our sponsors of this episode and to you for helping to support the show! HONEYLOVE BETTERHELP Visit our website for more information on Frances Glessner Lee! THE HISTORY CHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Frances Glessner Lee was the mother of modern forensic medicine; as an heiress and socialite, she might have been expected by her peers to live a staid, placid life. Her immersion into the gory and sometimes alarming world of post-mortem medical work led to remarkable scientific advancement in the field. Working on the famous "Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death" - realistic miniature dioramas of crime scenes for training purposes - made her a household name, but her diligence in outreach and research made her irreplaceable.


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]]> 6498 no London Tour Travelogue 2023 The History Chicks met fifty listeners in London for the trip of a lifetime! From the coziness of Jane Austen's house to the grandeur of Westminster Abbey, we left no stone unturned in this magical city. We wanted you to hear from the chicks and roosters that accompanied us on our journey... and so we invited them to help make this episode. You'll hear tales of art, theater, adventure, and (of course) history - but perhaps the greatest experiences for the 50 people on this journey were the lifelong friendships we made along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 03 Nov 2023 04:58:23 -0000 London Tour Travelogue 2023 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We met fifty listeners in London for the trip of a lifetime! The History Chicks met fifty listeners in London for the trip of a lifetime! From the coziness of Jane Austen's house to the grandeur of Westminster Abbey, we left no stone unturned in this magical city. We wanted you to hear from the chicks and roosters that accompanied us on our journey... and so we invited them to help make this episode. You'll hear tales of art, theater, adventure, and (of course) history - but perhaps the greatest experiences for the 50 people on this journey were the lifelong friendships we made along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The History Chicks met fifty listeners in London for the trip of a lifetime! From the coziness of Jane Austen's house to the grandeur of Westminster Abbey, we left no stone unturned in this magical city. We wanted you to hear from the chicks and roosters that accompanied us on our journey... and so we invited them to help make this episode. You'll hear tales of art, theater, adventure, and (of course) history - but perhaps the greatest experiences for the 50 people on this journey were the lifelong friendships we made along the way.

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]]> 4747 no Absinthe with The Gilded Gentleman (and Roosters!) While we're on a Field Trip, we turned the show over to the Roosters this week with a Veuve Clicquot adjacent subject: The History of Absinthe with The Gilded Gentleman, Carl Raymond. Keep an ear out for cameos from Bowery Boy Greg Young, and Chris Graham Beckett's husband. Carl talks with Don Spiro, creator of New York's Green Fairy Society to tell the truth, and bust the myths, surrounding this historic beverage. For show notes on this episode, visit The Bowery Boys New York History. Thank you, Carl, Don, Greg, and Chris! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 03 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0000 Absinthe with The Gilded Gentleman (and Roosters!) full 242 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE While we're on a Field Trip, we turned the show over to the Roosters this week with a Veuve Clicquot adjacent subject: The History of Absinthe with The Gilded Gentleman, Carl Raymond with cameos from Bowery Boy Greg Young, and Beckett's husband Chris Graham. While we're on a Field Trip, we turned the show over to the Roosters this week with a Veuve Clicquot adjacent subject: The History of Absinthe with The Gilded Gentleman, Carl Raymond. Keep an ear out for cameos from Bowery Boy Greg Young, and Chris Graham Beckett's husband. Carl talks with Don Spiro, creator of New York's Green Fairy Society to tell the truth, and bust the myths, surrounding this historic beverage. For show notes on this episode, visit The Bowery Boys New York History. Thank you, Carl, Don, Greg, and Chris! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While we're on a Field Trip, we turned the show over to the Roosters this week with a Veuve Clicquot adjacent subject: The History of Absinthe with The Gilded Gentleman, Carl Raymond. Keep an ear out for cameos from Bowery Boy Greg Young, and Chris Graham Beckett's husband.

Carl talks with Don Spiro, creator of New York's Green Fairy Society to tell the truth, and bust the myths, surrounding this historic beverage. For show notes on this episode, visit The Bowery Boys New York History. Thank you, Carl, Don, Greg, and Chris!

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]]> 3160 no Veuve Cliquot Barbe-Nicole Clicquot built a luxury empire amid the turbulent politics of post-Revolution France. After years of battling everything from Napoleon to Mother Nature herself, she finally rocketed to worldwide fame after one daring escapade, Raise your glasses to the Grande Dame of Champagne! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 14 Sep 2023 03:47:00 -0000 Veuve Cliquot full 241 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Barbe-Nicole Clicquot built a luxury empire amid the turbulent politics of post-Revolution France. After years of battling everything from Napoleon to Mother Nature herself, she finally rocketed to worldwide fame after one daring escapade, Raise your glasses to the Grande Dame of Champagne! Barbe-Nicole Clicquot built a luxury empire amid the turbulent politics of post-Revolution France. After years of battling everything from Napoleon to Mother Nature herself, she finally rocketed to worldwide fame after one daring escapade, Raise your glasses to the Grande Dame of Champagne! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Barbe-Nicole Clicquot built a luxury empire amid the turbulent politics of post-Revolution France. After years of battling everything from Napoleon to Mother Nature herself, she finally rocketed to worldwide fame after one daring escapade, Raise your glasses to the Grande Dame of Champagne!

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]]> 6373 no Maria Montessori We dove into our archives for the story of Maria Montessori who revolutionized education during the early 20th century with her unique approach to child-led learning. Maria was convinced that the children of the world were the key to peace on earth, and her methods and techniques are still used in childhood education today. If you would like to join us on our Thames River Dinner Cruise in London on September 29th, 2023, or our Seine Dinner Cruise on October 8, 2023, visit Like Minds Travel for information and to sign up. We hope to see you there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 22 Aug 2023 22:00:00 -0000 Maria Montessori full 240 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Maria Montessori revolutionized education during the early 20th century with her approach to child-led learning and was convinced that the children of the world were the key to peace on earth. We dove into our archives for the story of Maria Montessori who revolutionized education during the early 20th century with her unique approach to child-led learning. Maria was convinced that the children of the world were the key to peace on earth, and her methods and techniques are still used in childhood education today. If you would like to join us on our Thames River Dinner Cruise in London on September 29th, 2023, or our Seine Dinner Cruise on October 8, 2023, visit Like Minds Travel for information and to sign up. We hope to see you there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We dove into our archives for the story of Maria Montessori who revolutionized education during the early 20th century with her unique approach to child-led learning. Maria was convinced that the children of the world were the key to peace on earth, and her methods and techniques are still used in childhood education today.


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]]> 7213 no Lillian Moller Gilbreth (and an announcement) Lillian Gilbreth should be remembered for any of her life accomplishments: psychologist, industrial engineer, author, inventor, and pioneer in the field of industrial psychology. From her collection of degrees to her equal partnership marriage to her work with Presidents and to the trailblazing example she set for us modern mothers...she should be remembered for a lot more than simply, "the mother on Cheaper by the Dozen". Let's do something about that. We selected this episode to replay today for a very important reason. Hear that reason when you hit PLAY. If you are going to be in either Paris or London early this fall, we would love to have dinner with you on our Seine or Thames River Dinner Cruises! For dates and to sign up, visit: LIKE MINDS TRAVEL LOCAL MEET-UPS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Aug 2023 15:37:00 -0000 Lillian Moller Gilbreth (and an announcement) full 239 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Lillian Gilbreth should be remembered for any of her life accomplishments: psychologist, industrial engineer, author, inventor, and pioneer in the field of industrial psychology. From her collection of degrees to her equal partnership marriage to her work with Presidents and to the trailblazing example she set for us modern mothers, not just because she was the mother in "Cheaper by the Dozen." Lillian Gilbreth should be remembered for any of her life accomplishments: psychologist, industrial engineer, author, inventor, and pioneer in the field of industrial psychology. From her collection of degrees to her equal partnership marriage to her work with Presidents and to the trailblazing example she set for us modern mothers...she should be remembered for a lot more than simply, "the mother on Cheaper by the Dozen". Let's do something about that. We selected this episode to replay today for a very important reason. Hear that reason when you hit PLAY. If you are going to be in either Paris or London early this fall, we would love to have dinner with you on our Seine or Thames River Dinner Cruises! For dates and to sign up, visit: LIKE MINDS TRAVEL LOCAL MEET-UPS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Lillian Gilbreth should be remembered for any of her life accomplishments: psychologist, industrial engineer, author, inventor, and pioneer in the field of industrial psychology. From her collection of degrees to her equal partnership marriage to her work with Presidents and to the trailblazing example she set for us modern mothers...she should be remembered for a lot more than simply, "the mother on Cheaper by the Dozen".

Let's do something about that.

We selected this episode to replay today for a very important reason. Hear that reason when you hit PLAY.


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]]> 5966 no Barbie and Ruth Handler: A History The live-action movie, Barbie, directed by Greta Gerwig is opening and we're not only buying tickets and wearing our Barbie pink but we're also looking back on our coverage of this iconic figure and the woman who created her: Ruth Handler. If you're interested in joining us on our Thames or Seine River, Local's Meet-up Dinner Cruises this fall when we're in London and Paris, head on over to Like Minds Travel for information and to sign up! We hope to see you there! https://www.likemindstravel.com/local-meet-ups/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 20 Jul 2023 17:49:00 -0000 Barbie and Ruth Handler: A History full 238 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The live-action movie, Barbie, directed by Greta Gerwig is opening and we're not only buying tickets and wearing our Barbie pink but also looking back on our coverage of this iconic figure and the woman who created her: Ruth Handler. The live-action movie, Barbie, directed by Greta Gerwig is opening and we're not only buying tickets and wearing our Barbie pink but we're also looking back on our coverage of this iconic figure and the woman who created her: Ruth Handler. If you're interested in joining us on our Thames or Seine River, Local's Meet-up Dinner Cruises this fall when we're in London and Paris, head on over to Like Minds Travel for information and to sign up! We hope to see you there! https://www.likemindstravel.com/local-meet-ups/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The live-action movie, Barbie, directed by Greta Gerwig is opening and we're not only buying tickets and wearing our Barbie pink but we're also looking back on our coverage of this iconic figure and the woman who created her: Ruth Handler.


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]]> 5789 no Dido Elizabeth Belle and Sarah Forbes Bonetta While we couldn't confirm that Queen Charlotte was a woman of color, we can tell you about two women who were and who lived aristocratic lives in Georgian and Victorian England: Dido Elizabeth Belle and Sarah Forbes Bonetta. There is a Little Ears warning for the beginning of the second half, the story of Sarah Forbes Bonetta, for violence and trauma to a child. Those who are sensitive or have little kids in the room should skip or preview and pick up at about the 48:00 minute mark. If you would like to join us in London in September either on our Field Trip or the Thames Dinner Cruise, visit https://www.likemindstravel.com/the-history-chicks-field-trip-to-london-2/ for details! We hope to see you there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 12 Jul 2023 06:51:00 -0000 Dido Elizabeth Belle and Sarah Forbes Bonetta full 237 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE While we couldn't confirm that Queen Charlotte was a woman of color, we can tell you about two women who were and who lived aristocratic lives in Georgian and Victorian England. While we couldn't confirm that Queen Charlotte was a woman of color, we can tell you about two women who were and who lived aristocratic lives in Georgian and Victorian England: Dido Elizabeth Belle and Sarah Forbes Bonetta. There is a Little Ears warning for the beginning of the second half, the story of Sarah Forbes Bonetta, for violence and trauma to a child. Those who are sensitive or have little kids in the room should skip or preview and pick up at about the 48:00 minute mark. If you would like to join us in London in September either on our Field Trip or the Thames Dinner Cruise, visit https://www.likemindstravel.com/the-history-chicks-field-trip-to-london-2/ for details! We hope to see you there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While we couldn't confirm that Queen Charlotte was a woman of color, we can tell you about two women who were and who lived aristocratic lives in Georgian and Victorian England: Dido Elizabeth Belle and Sarah Forbes Bonetta. There is a Little Ears warning for the beginning of the second half, the story of Sarah Forbes Bonetta, for violence and trauma to a child. Those who are sensitive or have little kids in the room should skip or preview and pick up at about the 48:00 minute mark.


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]]> 5278 no The Statue of Liberty 2023 Today we bring you our traditional holiday coverage of the life and times of the Statue of Liberty; from her conception at a dinner party in France to the symbol of hope she has become for the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Jun 2023 02:47:00 -0000 The Statue of Liberty 2023 full 236 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Today we bring you our traditional holiday coverage of the life and times of the Statue of Liberty; from her conception at a dinner party in France to the symbol of hope she has become for the world. Today we bring you our traditional holiday coverage of the life and times of the Statue of Liberty; from her conception at a dinner party in France to the symbol of hope she has become for the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today we bring you our traditional holiday coverage of the life and times of the Statue of Liberty; from her conception at a dinner party in France to the symbol of hope she has become for the world.

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]]> 6667 no Queen Charlotte, Part Two As her world turns from cozy to chaotic, we conclude our series on the real life of Queen Charlotte of Great Britain. The truth of her story is even more dramatic than the fictional retelling in the Bridgerton Netflix series! Our Field Trip to London this September is almost full. If you would like to join us or learn more, visit our friends at Like Minds Travel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 10 Jun 2023 17:35:00 -0000 Queen Charlotte, Part Two full 234 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We conclude our series on the real life of Queen Charlotte of Great Britain as her world turns from cozy to chaotic. As her world turns from cozy to chaotic, we conclude our series on the real life of Queen Charlotte of Great Britain. The truth of her story is even more dramatic than the fictional retelling in the Bridgerton Netflix series! Our Field Trip to London this September is almost full. If you would like to join us or learn more, visit our friends at Like Minds Travel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As her world turns from cozy to chaotic, we conclude our series on the real life of Queen Charlotte of Great Britain. The truth of her story is even more dramatic than the fictional retelling in the Bridgerton Netflix series!



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]]> 4641 no Queen Charlotte Part 1 As the Season is now upon us, all the elegant individuals of the ton await news regarding their beloved queen. With scandalous fabrications confusing even the most learned members of our society, we feel that it is our duty to distinguish aspersion and misrepresentations from veracity in the tale of this 18th Century matriarch. In many regards, we assure you, the fact is as dramatic as the fiction. Yours very truly - The History Chicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 02 Jun 2023 07:32:00 -0000 Queen Charlotte Part 1 full 233 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE As the Season is now upon us, all the elegant individuals of the ton await news regarding their beloved queen. With scandalous fabrications confusing even the most learned members of our society, we feel that it is our duty to distinguish aspersion and misrepresentations from veracity in the tale of this 18th Century matriarch. In many regards, we assure you, the fact is as dramatic as the fiction. Yours very truly - The History Chicks As the Season is now upon us, all the elegant individuals of the ton await news regarding their beloved queen. With scandalous fabrications confusing even the most learned members of our society, we feel that it is our duty to distinguish aspersion and misrepresentations from veracity in the tale of this 18th Century matriarch. In many regards, we assure you, the fact is as dramatic as the fiction. Yours very truly - The History Chicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As the Season is now upon us, all the elegant individuals of the ton await news regarding their beloved queen. With scandalous fabrications confusing even the most learned members of our society, we feel that it is our duty to distinguish aspersion and misrepresentations from veracity in the tale of this 18th Century matriarch.

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]]> 6111 no Washington DC Field Trip Recap Dozens of listeners joined us in our nation's capital for a whirlwind long weekend to visit sites, marvel at objects, learn from experts, and make new friends. Here, in their own voices, are the stories from our DC travelers in an episode we're calling an "audio postcard"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 18 May 2023 03:45:00 -0000 Washington DC Field Trip Recap full 232 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Dozens of listeners joined us in our nation's capital for a whirlwind long weekend to visit sites, marvel at objects, learn from experts, and make new friends. Here, in their own voices, are the stories from our DC travelers in an episode we're calling an "audio postcard"! Dozens of listeners joined us in our nation's capital for a whirlwind long weekend to visit sites, marvel at objects, learn from experts, and make new friends. Here, in their own voices, are the stories from our DC travelers in an episode we're calling an "audio postcard"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Dozens of listeners joined us in our nation's capital for a whirlwind long weekend to visit sites, marvel at objects, learn from experts, and make new friends. Here, in their own voices, are the stories from our DC travelers in an episode we're calling an "audio postcard"!

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]]> 3029 no Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Mega-Episode Only the most iconic of women are known simply by their first name, and Jackie is one of them. Her life was a complicated collage of privilege, challenge, balance, and reinvention. We've combined and remastered our two previous episodes on Jackie for this one mega-episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 28 Apr 2023 16:46:00 -0000 Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Mega-Episode full 231 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Only the most iconic of women can simply go by one name, and Jackie is one of them. Her life was a complicated collage of privilege, challenge, balance, and reinvention. Only the most iconic of women are known simply by their first name, and Jackie is one of them. Her life was a complicated collage of privilege, challenge, balance, and reinvention. We've combined and remastered our two previous episodes on Jackie for this one mega-episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Only the most iconic of women are known simply by their first name, and Jackie is one of them. Her life was a complicated collage of privilege, challenge, balance, and reinvention. We've combined and remastered our two previous episodes on Jackie for this one mega-episode.

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]]> 12475 no Ona Judge Ona Judge defied one of the most revered historical figures in America in order to escape the institution of slavery. Though she spent the rest of her life as a fugitive, she managed to direct her own existence on her own terms; answering to no one, free at last. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Apr 2023 02:21:00 -0000 Ona Judge full 228 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Ona Judge defied one of the most revered historical figures in America in order to escape the institution of slavery. Though she spent the rest of her life as a fugitive, she managed to direct her own existence on her own terms; answering to no one, free at la Ona Judge defied one of the most revered historical figures in America in order to escape the institution of slavery. Though she spent the rest of her life as a fugitive, she managed to direct her own existence on her own terms; answering to no one, free at last. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ona Judge defied one of the most revered historical figures in America in order to escape the institution of slavery. Though she spent the rest of her life as a fugitive, she managed to direct her own existence on her own terms; answering to no one, free at last.

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]]> 6558 no Martha Washington Some called her The Mother of the Country, some curtseyed and called her Lady Washington, but no one could doubt that she was uniquely capable to shoulder the responsibilities and rigors of both war and diplomacy. Martha Washington's philosophy of "duty over inclination" became the template for future First Ladies in the newly-formed United States of America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 31 Mar 2023 05:03:00 -0000 Martha Washington full 227 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Some called her The Mother of the Country, some curtseyed and called her Lady Washington, but no one could doubt that she was uniquely capable to shoulder the responsibilities and rigors of both war and diplomacy. Martha Washington's philosophy of "duty over inclination" became the template for future First Ladies in the newly-formed United States of America. Some called her The Mother of the Country, some curtseyed and called her Lady Washington, but no one could doubt that she was uniquely capable to shoulder the responsibilities and rigors of both war and diplomacy. Martha Washington's philosophy of "duty over inclination" became the template for future First Ladies in the newly-formed United States of America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Some called her The Mother of the Country, some curtseyed and called her Lady Washington, but no one could doubt that she was uniquely capable to shoulder the responsibilities and rigors of both war and diplomacy. Martha Washington's philosophy of "duty over inclination" became the template for future First Ladies in the newly-formed United States of America.

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]]> 8872 no Mary McLeod Bethune, Part Two By modeling, educating, and encouraging others, Mrs. Bethune spent her life carrying a torch that shed a light on actionable ways to change hearts and minds and build bridges to education and equality for all. Her mission touched lives across the globe, while she cherished those closest to her heart in Daytona, Florida. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 09 Mar 2023 22:59:00 -0000 Mary McLeod Bethune, Part Two full 226 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE By modeling, educating, and encouraging others, Mrs. Bethune spent her life carrying a torch that shone a light on actionable ways to change hearts and minds and build bridges to education and equality for all. By modeling, educating, and encouraging others, Mrs. Bethune spent her life carrying a torch that shed a light on actionable ways to change hearts and minds and build bridges to education and equality for all. Her mission touched lives across the globe, while she cherished those closest to her heart in Daytona, Florida. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices By modeling, educating, and encouraging others, Mrs. Bethune spent her life carrying a torch that shed a light on actionable ways to change hearts and minds and build bridges to education and equality for all. Her mission touched lives across the globe, while she cherished those closest to her heart in Daytona, Florida.

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]]> 7277 no Mary McLeod Bethune Part 1 Mary McLeod Bethune was born to carry the light for others to follow. Now known as "The First Lady of the Struggle", Mrs. Bethune dedicated her entire life to the causes of education and equality for all. She swept everyone she met, from sharecroppers to the President of the United States, into her vision for a better world. Would you like to join us on our Field Trip to London? Go to: Like Minds Travel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 23 Feb 2023 04:44:00 -0000 Mary McLeod Bethune Part 1 full 224 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Mary McLeod Bethune was born to carry the light for others to follow. Now known as "The First Lady of the Struggle", Mrs. Bethune dedicated her entire life to the causes of education and equality for all. She swept everyone she met, from sharecroppers to the President of the United States, into her vision for a better world. Mary McLeod Bethune was born to carry the light for others to follow. Now known as "The First Lady of the Struggle", Mrs. Bethune dedicated her entire life to the causes of education and equality for all. She swept everyone she met, from sharecroppers to the President of the United States, into her vision for a better world. Would you like to join us on our Field Trip to London? Go to: Like Minds Travel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mary McLeod Bethune was born to carry the light for others to follow. Now known as "The First Lady of the Struggle", Mrs. Bethune dedicated her entire life to the causes of education and equality for all. She swept everyone she met, from sharecroppers to the President of the United States, into her vision for a better world.


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]]> 5861 no Queen Nzinga 2023 Nzinga was the warrior queen who held back Portuguese colonization in her African kingdoms of Ndongo and Matamba, kept many of her people from being captured and traded, offered refuge to anyone who needed it, and used every move at her disposal (including shifting alliances, religions and some pretty gruesome tactics) to rule for almost 40 years of the 17th century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 07 Feb 2023 04:30:00 -0000 Queen Nzinga 2023 full 223 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Nzinga was the warrior queen who held back Portuguese colonization in her African kingdoms of Ndongo and Matamba, kept many of her people from being captured and traded, offered refuge to anyone who needed it, and used every move at her disposal (including shifting alliances, religions and some pretty gruesome tactics) to rule for almost 40 years of the 17th century. Nzinga was the warrior queen who held back Portuguese colonization in her African kingdoms of Ndongo and Matamba, kept many of her people from being captured and traded, offered refuge to anyone who needed it, and used every move at her disposal (including shifting alliances, religions and some pretty gruesome tactics) to rule for almost 40 years of the 17th century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Nzinga was the warrior queen who held back Portuguese colonization in her African kingdoms of Ndongo and Matamba, kept many of her people from being captured and traded, offered refuge to anyone who needed it, and used every move at her disposal (including shifting alliances, religions and some pretty gruesome tactics) to rule for almost 40 years of the 17th century.

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]]> 3426 no Frances Perkins Part 3 Miss Perkins travels to Washington to become Madam Secretary - and the architect of The New Deal. Her ferocious battles with the status quo during these years later led President Kennedy to call her "one of the most controversial, dangerous figures who ever roamed the United States." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 26 Jan 2023 14:20:00 -0000 Frances Perkins Part 3 full 222 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Miss Perkins travels to Washington to become Madam Secretary - and the architect of The New Deal. Her ferocious battles with the status quo during these years later led President Kennedy to call her "one of the most controversial, dangerous figures who ever roamed the United States." Miss Perkins travels to Washington to become Madam Secretary - and the architect of The New Deal. Her ferocious battles with the status quo during these years later led President Kennedy to call her "one of the most controversial, dangerous figures who ever roamed the United States." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Miss Perkins travels to Washington to become Madam Secretary - and the architect of The New Deal. Her ferocious battles with the status quo during these years later led President Kennedy to call her "one of the most controversial, dangerous figures who ever roamed the United States."

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]]> 6103 no Frances Perkins Part 2 In Part 2 of our three-part coverage, Frances Perkins was galvanized by the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire tragedy to turn her talents for research into reform. Her reputation for intelligence, thoroughness and honesty (and the connections she made along the way) led to a meteoric climb into the highest echelon of state government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 09 Jan 2023 08:34:00 -0000 Frances Perkins Part 2 full 221 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In Part 2 of our three-part coverage, Frances Perkins was galvanized by the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire tragedy to turn her talents for research into reform. Her reputation for intelligence, thoroughness and honesty (and the connections she made along the way) led to a meteoric climb into the highest echelon of state government. In Part 2 of our three-part coverage, Frances Perkins was galvanized by the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire tragedy to turn her talents for research into reform. Her reputation for intelligence, thoroughness and honesty (and the connections she made along the way) led to a meteoric climb into the highest echelon of state government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In Part 2 of our three-part coverage, Frances Perkins was galvanized by the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire tragedy to turn her talents for research into reform. Her reputation for intelligence, thoroughness and honesty (and the connections she made along the way) led to a meteoric climb into the highest echelon of state government.

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]]> 3615 no Mrs Claus - Our Holiday Tradition! Once again, we are dropping in to bring you the history of an unsung Christmas hero - Mrs. Claus. Where did she come from? What is her role in the festive season? We'll tell you all about her in this annual minicast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 24 Dec 2022 15:13:00 -0000 Mrs Claus - Our Holiday Tradition! full 220 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Once again, we are dropping in to bring you the history of an unsung Christmas hero - Mrs. Claus. Where did she come from? What is her role in the festive season? We'll tell you all about her in this annual minicast. Once again, we are dropping in to bring you the history of an unsung Christmas hero - Mrs. Claus. Where did she come from? What is her role in the festive season? We'll tell you all about her in this annual minicast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Once again, we are dropping in to bring you the history of an unsung Christmas hero - Mrs. Claus. Where did she come from? What is her role in the festive season? We'll tell you all about her in this annual minicast.

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]]> 987 no Frances Perkins Part 1 Line by line over the course of her life, Frances Perkins drew the blueprint for a better society; one that protected the weak, curbed the unethical, and provided a humanist framework for government. As the first woman ever to serve in a Presidential cabinet, Ms. Perkins was officially empowered to go ahead and build her vision of a better country, enacting reforms that affect each of us, even today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 16 Dec 2022 09:38:00 -0000 Frances Perkins Part 1 full 219 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Line by line over the course of her life, Frances Perkins drew the blueprint for a better society; one that protected the weak, curbed the unethical, and provided a humanist framework for government. As the first woman ever to serve in a Presidential cabinet, Ms. Perkins was officially empowered to go ahead and build her vision of a better country, enacting reforms that affect each of us, even today. Line by line over the course of her life, Frances Perkins drew the blueprint for a better society; one that protected the weak, curbed the unethical, and provided a humanist framework for government. As the first woman ever to serve in a Presidential cabinet, Ms. Perkins was officially empowered to go ahead and build her vision of a better country, enacting reforms that affect each of us, even today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Line by line over the course of her life, Frances Perkins drew the blueprint for a better society; one that protected the weak, curbed the unethical, and provided a humanist framework for government. As the first woman ever to serve in a Presidential cabinet, Ms. Perkins was officially empowered to go ahead and build her vision of a better country, enacting reforms that affect each of us, even today.

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]]> 4525 no Pocahontas Revisited Pocahontas did save lives... just not the way (or the one) that you've been taught. For both Native American Heritage Month and Thanksgiving, we revisit this 2017 episode to tell her real, not Disneyfied, story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Nov 2022 21:12:00 -0000 Pocahontas Revisited full 218 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Pocahontas did save lives... just not the way (or the one) that you've been taught. Pocahontas did save lives... just not the way (or the one) that you've been taught. For both Native American Heritage Month and Thanksgiving, we revisit this 2017 episode to tell her real, not Disneyfied, story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Pocahontas did save lives... just not the way (or the one) that you've been taught. For both Native American Heritage Month and Thanksgiving, we revisit this 2017 episode to tell her real, not Disneyfied, story.

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]]> 4417 no Ida Lewis She was just a teen when she took on lighthouse keeper responsibilities and bravely began saving lives--and risking her own--while doing what she looked at as her daily responsibilities. She attracted (not necessarily welcome) worldwide attention, but would she ever get official recognition and compensation for her work? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 14 Nov 2022 20:30:00 -0000 Ida Lewis full 217 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE She was just a teen when she took on lighthouse keeper responsibilities and bravely began saving lives and attracting worldwide attention. She was just a teen when she took on lighthouse keeper responsibilities and bravely began saving lives--and risking her own--while doing what she looked at as her daily responsibilities. She attracted (not necessarily welcome) worldwide attention, but would she ever get official recognition and compensation for her work? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices She was just a teen when she took on lighthouse keeper responsibilities and bravely began saving lives--and risking her own--while doing what she looked at as her daily responsibilities. She attracted (not necessarily welcome) worldwide attention, but would she ever get official recognition and compensation for her work?

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]]> 5431 no Boston Field Trip Travelogue Forty travelers, four hosts, and thirty seagulls headed out to experience podcast-based adventures in historic and iconic New England. We laughed, we cried, we learned a lot - and made friends (and memories) that we'll keep for life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Nov 2022 22:36:00 -0000 Boston Field Trip Travelogue full 216 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Forty travelers, four hosts, and thirty seagulls headed out to experience podcast-based adventures in historic and iconic New England. We laughed, we cried, we learned a lot - and made friends (and memories) that we'll keep for life. Forty travelers, four hosts, and thirty seagulls headed out to experience podcast-based adventures in historic and iconic New England. We laughed, we cried, we learned a lot - and made friends (and memories) that we'll keep for life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Forty travelers, four hosts, and thirty seagulls headed out to experience podcast-based adventures in historic and iconic New England. We laughed, we cried, we learned a lot - and made friends (and memories) that we'll keep for life.

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]]> 6345 no Empress Sisi, Mega-revisit We've combined our previous coverage of Empress Sisi of Austria because she's getting a lot of screen time these days and we found ourselves in need of a refresher, so we thought you might be, too. Both the Netflix series, The Empress, and a theatrical release, Corsage, cover different time periods in the life of this young noblewoman who was plucked from obscurity and shoved onto the world stage. She found the limelight a difficult place in which to live, but her beauty and her genuine concern for the common people earned her the status of a reluctant icon. Sisi's ultimate death shocked the whole world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 17 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0000 Empress Sisi, Mega-revisit full 215 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We've combined our previous coverage of Empress Sisi of Austria because she's getting a lot of screen time these days and we found ourselves in need of a refresher, so we thought you might be in need of one, too. We've combined our previous coverage of Empress Sisi of Austria because she's getting a lot of screen time these days and we found ourselves in need of a refresher, so we thought you might be, too. Both the Netflix series, The Empress, and a theatrical release, Corsage, cover different time periods in the life of this young noblewoman who was plucked from obscurity and shoved onto the world stage. She found the limelight a difficult place in which to live, but her beauty and her genuine concern for the common people earned her the status of a reluctant icon. Sisi's ultimate death shocked the whole world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We've combined our previous coverage of Empress Sisi of Austria because she's getting a lot of screen time these days and we found ourselves in need of a refresher, so we thought you might be, too. Both the Netflix series, The Empress, and a theatrical release, Corsage, cover different time periods in the life of this young noblewoman who was plucked from obscurity and shoved onto the world stage. She found the limelight a difficult place in which to live, but her beauty and her genuine concern for the common people earned her the status of a reluctant icon. Sisi's ultimate death shocked the whole world.

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]]> 11773 no Nell Gwynn From a deprived childhood bereft of opportunities, Nell Gwynn endeavored to parlay her charm and talent in order to improve her lot in life. She captured the attention of a king, delighted the public both onstage and off, and became a folklore heroine who is still remembered today as the "pretty, witty" personality who might have been created especially to put her world into a good humor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 06 Oct 2022 19:25:00 -0000 Nell Gwynn full 213 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE From a deprived childhood bereft of opportunities, Nell Gwynn endeavored to parlay her charm and talent in order to improve her lot in life. She captured the attention of a king, delighted the public both onstage and off, and became a folklore heroine who is still remembered today as the "pretty, witty" personality who might have been created especially to put her world into a good humor. From a deprived childhood bereft of opportunities, Nell Gwynn endeavored to parlay her charm and talent in order to improve her lot in life. She captured the attention of a king, delighted the public both onstage and off, and became a folklore heroine who is still remembered today as the "pretty, witty" personality who might have been created especially to put her world into a good humor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices From a deprived childhood bereft of opportunities, Nell Gwynn endeavored to parlay her charm and talent in order to improve her lot in life. She captured the attention of a king, delighted the public both onstage and off, and became a folklore heroine who is still remembered today as the "pretty, witty" personality who might have been created especially to put her world into a good humor.

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]]> 7632 no Bonus! A Conversation with Liza Powel O'Brien In this bonus episode, we both chat with Liza Powel O'Brien, host of Significant Others Podcast. We talk about a lot, but it's mostly like listening to a great conversation at the next table in a coffee shop where the people talking are all female history podcasters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 29 Sep 2022 01:11:05 -0000 Bonus! A Conversation with Liza Powel O'Brien bonus 213 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In this bonus episode, with Liza Powel O'Brien, host of Significant Others Podcast, we talk about a lot, but it's mostly like listening to a great conversation at the next table in a coffee shop where the people talking are all female history podcasters. In this bonus episode, we both chat with Liza Powel O'Brien, host of Significant Others Podcast. We talk about a lot, but it's mostly like listening to a great conversation at the next table in a coffee shop where the people talking are all female history podcasters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this bonus episode, we both chat with Liza Powel O'Brien, host of Significant Others Podcast. We talk about a lot, but it's mostly like listening to a great conversation at the next table in a coffee shop where the people talking are all female history podcasters.

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]]> 2914 no Queen Elizabeth II - The Crown Recap In honor of Britain's Queen Elizabeth 2 - we offer this homage, from our second show The Recappery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 19 Sep 2022 00:14:00 -0000 Queen Elizabeth II - The Crown Recap full 212 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In honor of Britain's Queen Elizabeth 2 - we offer this homage, from our second show The Recappery. In honor of Britain's Queen Elizabeth 2 - we offer this homage, from our second show The Recappery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In honor of Britain's Queen Elizabeth 2 - we offer this homage, from our second show The Recappery.

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]]> 4916 no Doctor Mary Walker Dr. Mary Walker challenged society's ideas of what a woman should look like, how a woman should think, and what a woman could become. During her military service, and within the suffrage movement, she often had to seize what she wanted from unwilling hands... and her rivals in both realms attempted to erase her from history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 05 Sep 2022 19:35:00 -0000 Doctor Mary Walker full 211 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Dr. Mary Walker challenged society's ideas of what a woman should look like, how a woman should think, and what a woman could become. During her military service, and within the suffrage movement, she often had to seize what she wanted from unwilling hands... and her rivals in both realms attempted to erase her from history. Dr. Mary Walker challenged society's ideas of what a woman should look like, how a woman should think, and what a woman could become. During her military service, and within the suffrage movement, she often had to seize what she wanted from unwilling hands... and her rivals in both realms attempted to erase her from history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Dr. Mary Walker challenged society's ideas of what a woman should look like, how a woman should think, and what a woman could become. During her military service, and within the suffrage movement, she often had to seize what she wanted from unwilling hands... and her rivals in both realms attempted to erase her from history.

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]]> 6305 no Civil War Spies, North and South Elizabeth Van Lew and Belle Boyd had a lot in common: They were born in the same state, they died the same year and they both were spies during the same war...but for opposing sides! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 22 Aug 2022 21:11:00 -0000 Civil War Spies, North and South full 210 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Elizabeth Van Lew and Belle Boyd had a lot in common, they were born in the same state, they died the same year and they both were spies during the American Civil War...but for opposing sides! Elizabeth Van Lew and Belle Boyd had a lot in common: They were born in the same state, they died the same year and they both were spies during the same war...but for opposing sides! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Elizabeth Van Lew and Belle Boyd had a lot in common: They were born in the same state, they died the same year and they both were spies during the same war...but for opposing sides!

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]]> 5359 no Elizabeth Chudleigh The beautiful and charming Elizabeth Chudleigh had society wrapped around her little finger... until she made a fateful mistake. One night's impulsive decision to marry the man she met on vacation turned her life into a game of secrets, strategy, and spectacle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 11 Aug 2022 13:11:00 -0000 Elizabeth Chudleigh full 209 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The beautiful and charming Elizabeth Chudleigh had society wrapped around her little finger... until she made a fateful mistake. One night's impulsive decision to marry the man she met on vacation turned her life into a game of secrets, strategy, and spectacle. The beautiful and charming Elizabeth Chudleigh had society wrapped around her little finger... until she made a fateful mistake. One night's impulsive decision to marry the man she met on vacation turned her life into a game of secrets, strategy, and spectacle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The beautiful and charming Elizabeth Chudleigh had society wrapped around her little finger... until she made a fateful mistake. One night's impulsive decision to marry the man she met on vacation turned her life into a game of secrets, strategy, and spectacle.

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]]> 7901 no Our Travel Tales: London Field Trip Recap After three years of planning (and changing those plans) we embarked on a trip of a lifetime! With over 50 of our friends from the other side of the mic, we visited places we've only talked about for years! Join us and our traveling companions as we report on the places we visited and the lessons we learned. It's our How We Spent Our Summer Vacation report! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 26 Jul 2022 16:14:00 -0000 Our Travel Tales: London Field Trip Recap full 208 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE After three years of planning (and changing those plans) these are the stories of our trip of a lifetime! After three years of planning (and changing those plans) we embarked on a trip of a lifetime! With over 50 of our friends from the other side of the mic, we visited places we've only talked about for years! Join us and our traveling companions as we report on the places we visited and the lessons we learned. It's our How We Spent Our Summer Vacation report! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After three years of planning (and changing those plans) we embarked on a trip of a lifetime! With over 50 of our friends from the other side of the mic, we visited places we've only talked about for years! Join us and our traveling companions as we report on the places we visited and the lessons we learned. It's our How We Spent Our Summer Vacation report!

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]]> 6575 no The Wives of Henry VIII in Six Chapters: a mega-episode revisit Covid has sidelined us this week, so instead of talking, we've remastered and combined our 2012 coverage of all the wives of Henry VIII into this one supersized episode. Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard, and Katherine Parr together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 10 Jul 2022 22:03:00 -0000 The Wives of Henry VIII in Six Chapters: a mega-episode revisit full 207 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Covid has sidelined us this week, so instead of talking, we've remastered and combined our 2012 coverage of all the wives of Henry VIII into this one supersized episode. Covid has sidelined us this week, so instead of talking, we've remastered and combined our 2012 coverage of all the wives of Henry VIII into this one supersized episode. Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard, and Katherine Parr together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Covid has sidelined us this week, so instead of talking, we've remastered and combined our 2012 coverage of all the wives of Henry VIII into this one supersized episode. Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard, and Katherine Parr together!

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]]> 9196 no The Gilded Gentleman Presents: Invisible Magicians and Golden Plates We love the Gilded Age here at The History Chicks! We have a special treat for you: a guest appearance by historian Carl Raymond of the Gilded Gentleman Podcast. In Act 1,"Invisible Magicians," he pays tribute to the world of the domestic servant, and in Act 2, "Golden Plates and Dinners on Horseback," he'll give you a peek into the over-the-top social events of the moneyed few. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 14 Jun 2022 01:32:00 -0000 The Gilded Gentleman Presents: Invisible Magicians and Golden Plates full 206 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We love the Gilded Age here at The History Chicks! We have a special treat for you; a guest appearance by historian Carl Raymond of the Gilded Gentleman Podcast. In Act 1,"Invisible Magicians," he pays tribute to the world of the domestic servant, and in Act 2, "Golden Plates and Dinners on Horseback," he'll give you a peek into the over-the-top social events of the moneyed few. We love the Gilded Age here at The History Chicks! We have a special treat for you: a guest appearance by historian Carl Raymond of the Gilded Gentleman Podcast. In Act 1,"Invisible Magicians," he pays tribute to the world of the domestic servant, and in Act 2, "Golden Plates and Dinners on Horseback," he'll give you a peek into the over-the-top social events of the moneyed few. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We love the Gilded Age here at The History Chicks! We have a special treat for you: a guest appearance by historian Carl Raymond of the Gilded Gentleman Podcast. In Act 1,"Invisible Magicians," he pays tribute to the world of the domestic servant, and in Act 2, "Golden Plates and Dinners on Horseback," he'll give you a peek into the over-the-top social events of the moneyed few.

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]]> 5232 no Queen Lili'oukalani, Revisited As a modern queen prepares for her Platinum Jubilee this month, we take a look back at another queen, the last monarch of the Kingdom of Hawaii. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 30 May 2022 01:13:00 -0000 Queen Lili'oukalani, Revisited full 205 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE As a modern queen prepares for her Platinum Jubilee, we take a look back at another queen, the last monarch of the Kingdom of Hawaii. As a modern queen prepares for her Platinum Jubilee this month, we take a look back at another queen, the last monarch of the Kingdom of Hawaii. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As a modern queen prepares for her Platinum Jubilee this month, we take a look back at another queen, the last monarch of the Kingdom of Hawaii.

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]]> 6111 no Elizabeth Taylor Part 3 Elizabeth Taylor emerged from personal turmoil with a new mission; to be an advocate for the victims of AIDS. Her name became synonymous with humanitarian efforts for this cause. Not content with just one reinvention, she also put her tremendous energy into the foundation of a global perfume empire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 16 May 2022 02:03:00 -0000 Elizabeth Taylor Part 3 full 204 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Elizabeth Taylor emerged from personal turmoil with a new mission; to be an advocate for the victims of AIDS. Her name became synonymous with humanitarian efforts for this cause. Not content with just one reinvention, she also put her tremendous energy into the foundation of a global perfume empire. Elizabeth Taylor emerged from personal turmoil with a new mission; to be an advocate for the victims of AIDS. Her name became synonymous with humanitarian efforts for this cause. Not content with just one reinvention, she also put her tremendous energy into the foundation of a global perfume empire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Elizabeth Taylor emerged from personal turmoil with a new mission; to be an advocate for the victims of AIDS. Her name became synonymous with humanitarian efforts for this cause. Not content with just one reinvention, she also put her tremendous energy into the foundation of a global perfume empire.

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]]> 5120 no Elizabeth Taylor, Part Two Elizabeth's story isn't even close to over! We have several marriages, lots of drama, even more movies, some scary medical issues, and some very bold and brave moves ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 02 May 2022 02:30:00 -0000 Elizabeth Taylor, Part Two full 203 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Elizabeth's story isn't even close to over! We have several marriages, lots of drama, even more movies, some scary medical issues, and some very bold and brave moves ahead. Elizabeth's story isn't even close to over! We have several marriages, lots of drama, even more movies, some scary medical issues, and some very bold and brave moves ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Elizabeth's story isn't even close to over! We have several marriages, lots of drama, even more movies, some scary medical issues, and some very bold and brave moves ahead.

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]]> 4383 no Elizabeth Taylor Part 1 One word simply won't do - Elizabeth Taylor was a daughter, an actor, a wife (a wife, a wife, a wife, a wife-wife, a wife, and a wife), an activist, a jewelry collector, an entrepreneur... and an icon.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 16 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0000 Elizabeth Taylor Part 1 full 202 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE One word simply won't do - Elizabeth Taylor was a daughter, an actor, a wife (a wife, a wife, a wife, a wife-wife, a wife, and a wife), an activist, a jewelry collector, an entrepreneur... and an icon. One word simply won't do - Elizabeth Taylor was a daughter, an actor, a wife (a wife, a wife, a wife, a wife-wife, a wife, and a wife), an activist, a jewelry collector, an entrepreneur... and an icon.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices One word simply won't do - Elizabeth Taylor was a daughter, an actor, a wife (a wife, a wife, a wife, a wife-wife, a wife, and a wife), an activist, a jewelry collector, an entrepreneur... and an icon. 

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]]> 4159 no Julia Child In honor of Susan's mom, and as a refresh as we all dive into the new HBO Max series, Julia, we revisit the life of this iconic and effervescent television personality and cookbook author who brought French cooking into American homes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 01 Apr 2022 18:53:00 -0000 Julia Child full 201 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In honor of Susan's mom, and as a refresh as we all dive into the new HBOMax series, Julia, we revisit the life of this iconic and effervescent television personality and cookbook author who brought French cooking into American homes. In honor of Susan's mom, and as a refresh as we all dive into the new HBO Max series, Julia, we revisit the life of this iconic and effervescent television personality and cookbook author who brought French cooking into American homes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In honor of Susan's mom, and as a refresh as we all dive into the new HBO Max series, Julia, we revisit the life of this iconic and effervescent television personality and cookbook author who brought French cooking into American homes.

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]]> 6210 no Hurrem Sultan ( Empress Roxelana ) Kidnapped as a young girl and sold into slavery in a foreign land, Hurrem Sultan captured the heart of a king... and transformed the course of an empire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Mar 2022 06:24:00 -0000 Hurrem Sultan ( Empress Roxelana ) full 200 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Kidnapped as a young girl and sold into slavery in a foreign land, Hurrem Sultan captured the heart of a king... and transformed the course of an empire. Kidnapped as a young girl and sold into slavery in a foreign land, Hurrem Sultan captured the heart of a king... and transformed the course of an empire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Kidnapped as a young girl and sold into slavery in a foreign land, Hurrem Sultan captured the heart of a king... and transformed the course of an empire.

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]]> 3788 no Jane Addams Revisit In addition to National Women's History Month and International Women's Day in March, we also celebrate National Social Work Month. With all that in mind, we've re-mastered and edited our coverage of Jane Addams, the Mother of Social work into one episode...an LP if you will. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 07 Mar 2022 19:05:00 -0000 Jane Addams Revisit full 199 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In addition to National Women's History Month and International Women's Day in March, we also celebrate National Social Work Month. With all that in mind, we've re-mastered and edited our coverage of Jane Addams, the Mother of Social work into one episode. In addition to National Women's History Month and International Women's Day in March, we also celebrate National Social Work Month. With all that in mind, we've re-mastered and edited our coverage of Jane Addams, the Mother of Social work into one episode...an LP if you will. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In addition to National Women's History Month and International Women's Day in March, we also celebrate National Social Work Month. With all that in mind, we've re-mastered and edited our coverage of Jane Addams, the Mother of Social work into one episode...an LP if you will.

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]]> 8955 no Edmonia Lewis Edmonia Lewis broke barriers as the first African-American and Native American sculptor to achieve worldwide renown for her neoclassical works in marble and bronze. After her death, her most famous masterpiece lived on, incognito until its relatively recent rediscovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 21 Feb 2022 02:54:00 -0000 Edmonia Lewis full 198 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Edmonia Lewis broke barriers as the first African-American and Native American sculptor to achieve worldwide renown for her neoclassical works in marble and bronze. After her death, her most famous masterpiece lived on, incognito until its relatively recent rediscovery. Edmonia Lewis broke barriers as the first African-American and Native American sculptor to achieve worldwide renown for her neoclassical works in marble and bronze. After her death, her most famous masterpiece lived on, incognito until its relatively recent rediscovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Edmonia Lewis broke barriers as the first African-American and Native American sculptor to achieve worldwide renown for her neoclassical works in marble and bronze. After her death, her most famous masterpiece lived on, incognito until its relatively recent rediscovery.

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]]> 6266 no Elizabeth Keckley Elizabeth Keckley was born into slavery and turned a talent for design into her pathway to freedom. She bore witness to the American Civil War from a unique perspective within the White House as the confidante to her friend (and client) Mary Todd Lincoln. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 05 Feb 2022 04:27:00 -0000 Elizabeth Keckley full 197 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Elizabeth Keckley was born into slavery and turned a talent for design into her pathway to freedom. She bore witness to the American Civil War from a unique perspective within the White House as the confidante to her friend (and client) Mary Todd Lincoln. Elizabeth Keckley was born into slavery and turned a talent for design into her pathway to freedom. She bore witness to the American Civil War from a unique perspective within the White House as the confidante to her friend (and client) Mary Todd Lincoln. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Elizabeth Keckley was born into slavery and turned a talent for design into her pathway to freedom. She bore witness to the American Civil War from a unique perspective within the White House as the confidante to her friend (and client) Mary Todd Lincoln.

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]]> 5001 no Emily Dickinson Part 2 Emily Dickinson retreated from society as she got older, concentrating her passion and power into her work, though she did find love - and enjoy publication - at last! After her early death, her poetry took a convoluted route into the pantheon of beloved American literature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 24 Jan 2022 08:57:00 -0000 Emily Dickinson Part 2 full 196 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Emily Dickinson retreated from society as she got older, concentrating her passion and power into her work, though she did find love - and enjoy publication - at last! After her early death, her poetry took a convoluted route into the pantheon of beloved American literature. Emily Dickinson retreated from society as she got older, concentrating her passion and power into her work, though she did find love - and enjoy publication - at last! After her early death, her poetry took a convoluted route into the pantheon of beloved American literature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Emily Dickinson retreated from society as she got older, concentrating her passion and power into her work, though she did find love - and enjoy publication - at last! After her early death, her poetry took a convoluted route into the pantheon of beloved American literature.

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]]> 5361 no Emily Dickinson Part 1 Poet Emily Dickinson has often been painted as a recluse and an oddball by history, though she had a passionate nature and a rich inner life. She wrote some of the most beloved and enduring poetry in the world during her introspective lifetime, but her audience didn't find her until after her death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 15 Jan 2022 06:05:00 -0000 Emily Dickinson Part 1 full 195 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Poet Emily Dickinson has often been painted as a recluse and an oddball by history, though she had a passionate nature and a rich inner life. She wrote some of the most beloved and enduring poetry in the world during her introspective lifetime, but her audience didn't find her until after her death. Poet Emily Dickinson has often been painted as a recluse and an oddball by history, though she had a passionate nature and a rich inner life. She wrote some of the most beloved and enduring poetry in the world during her introspective lifetime, but her audience didn't find her until after her death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Poet Emily Dickinson has often been painted as a recluse and an oddball by history, though she had a passionate nature and a rich inner life. She wrote some of the most beloved and enduring poetry in the world during her introspective lifetime, but her audience didn't find her until after her death.

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]]> 4763 no Mrs. Claus: A Biography, 2021 Just like her husband, Mrs. Claus makes an appearance every December at the top of your podcast queue when we shine the spotlight on this resilient, hard-working woman who wore many hats throughout history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 23 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0000 Mrs. Claus: A Biography, 2021 full 194 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Mrs. Claus makes her annual History Chicks appearance as we shine the light on this unsung hero of Christmas. Just like her husband, Mrs. Claus makes an appearance every December at the top of your podcast queue when we shine the spotlight on this resilient, hard-working woman who wore many hats throughout history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Just like her husband, Mrs. Claus makes an appearance every December at the top of your podcast queue when we shine the spotlight on this resilient, hard-working woman who wore many hats throughout history.

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]]> 1074 no Tattooed Ladies During an era in which a woman showing her ankle was seen as transgressive, a group of radical women broke societal norms by using their bodies as canvases for their art, re-popularizing the ancient tradition of tattoo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 13 Dec 2021 01:52:00 -0000 Tattooed Ladies full 193 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE During an era in which a woman showing her ankle was seen as transgressive, a group of radical women broke societal norms by using their bodies as canvases for their art, re-popularizing the ancient tradition of tattoo. During an era in which a woman showing her ankle was seen as transgressive, a group of radical women broke societal norms by using their bodies as canvases for their art, re-popularizing the ancient tradition of tattoo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During an era in which a woman showing her ankle was seen as transgressive, a group of radical women broke societal norms by using their bodies as canvases for their art, re-popularizing the ancient tradition of tattoo.

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]]> 4107 no The Music Show #3 We put themed music at the end of each episode - "dessert," if you will. In the spirit of this holiday season, where we give ourselves the joy of eating dessert first, we'd like to highlight the artists whose work has enhanced ours over the past few years . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 28 Nov 2021 02:48:00 -0000 The Music Show #3 full 192 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We put themed music at the end of each episode - "dessert," if you will. In the spirit of this holiday season, where we give ourselves the joy of eating dessert first, we'd like to highlight the artists whose work has enhanced ours over the past few years . We put themed music at the end of each episode - "dessert," if you will. In the spirit of this holiday season, where we give ourselves the joy of eating dessert first, we'd like to highlight the artists whose work has enhanced ours over the past few years . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We put themed music at the end of each episode - "dessert," if you will. In the spirit of this holiday season, where we give ourselves the joy of eating dessert first, we'd like to highlight the artists whose work has enhanced ours over the past few years .

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]]> 3492 no Fannie Farmer Fannie Farmer was written off by society at an early age due to her disability. She rallied as an adult and parlayed her talent in the kitchen into a spectacular culinary career, becoming a beloved household name in the process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 13 Nov 2021 08:32:00 -0000 Fannie Farmer full 191 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Fannie Farmer was written off by society at an early age due to her disability. She rallied as an adult and parlayed her talent in the kitchen into a spectacular culinary career, becoming a beloved household name in the process. Fannie Farmer was written off by society at an early age due to her disability. She rallied as an adult and parlayed her talent in the kitchen into a spectacular culinary career, becoming a beloved household name in the process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fannie Farmer was written off by society at an early age due to her disability. She rallied as an adult and parlayed her talent in the kitchen into a spectacular culinary career, becoming a beloved household name in the process.

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]]> 6356 no Elizabeth Bathory Some say she was a vicious killer, others contend that she was merely a victim of the patriarchy, but Countess Elizabeth Bathory is one of the most notorious figures in history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 31 Oct 2021 02:00:00 -0000 Elizabeth Bathory full 190 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Some say she was a vicious killer, others contend that she was merely a victim of the patriarchy, but Countess Elizabeth Bathory is one of the most notorious figures in history. Some say she was a vicious killer, others contend that she was merely a victim of the patriarchy, but Countess Elizabeth Bathory is one of the most notorious figures in history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Some say she was a vicious killer, others contend that she was merely a victim of the patriarchy, but Countess Elizabeth Bathory is one of the most notorious figures in history.

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]]> 5013 no Happy I Love Lucy Day! National I Love Lucy Day is October 15th, so join us in celebrating the life of this iconic woman with a supersized episode that combines all of our previous coverage of Lucille Ball! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:12:00 -0000 Happy I Love Lucy Day! full 189 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Celebrate National I Love Lucy Day on October 15 AND the life of this iconic woman with a supersized episode that combines all of our previous coverage of Lucille Ball! National I Love Lucy Day is October 15th, so join us in celebrating the life of this iconic woman with a supersized episode that combines all of our previous coverage of Lucille Ball! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices National I Love Lucy Day is October 15th, so join us in celebrating the life of this iconic woman with a supersized episode that combines all of our previous coverage of Lucille Ball!

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]]> 9848 no Sarah Bernhardt Sarah Bernhardt began her life in France as the unwanted child of a heartless courtesan. She found her first true home in the theater; and through hard work, sheer luck, shocking eccentricity and her indomitable spirit, she transformed herself into the first A-list international celebrity the world had ever seen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 01 Oct 2021 19:17:00 -0000 Sarah Bernhardt full 188 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Sarah Bernhardt began her life in France as the unwanted child of a heartless courtesan. She found her first true home in the theater; and through hard work, sheer luck, shocking eccentricity and her indomitable spirit, she transformed herself into the first A-list international celebrity the world had ever seen. Sarah Bernhardt began her life in France as the unwanted child of a heartless courtesan. She found her first true home in the theater; and through hard work, sheer luck, shocking eccentricity and her indomitable spirit, she transformed herself into the first A-list international celebrity the world had ever seen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sarah Bernhardt began her life in France as the unwanted child of a heartless courtesan. She found her first true home in the theater; and through hard work, sheer luck, shocking eccentricity and her indomitable spirit, she transformed herself into the first A-list international celebrity the world had ever seen.

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]]> 7751 no Lady Mary Wortley Montagu Part 2 The worldwide eradication of smallpox was not Lady Mary Wortley Montagu's only claim to fame; she discarded the life she knew and set out to remake herself, acquiring a reputation for eccentricity, adventures worthy of a modern motion picture, and unwanted literary superstardom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 18 Sep 2021 07:24:00 -0000 Lady Mary Wortley Montagu Part 2 full 187 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The worldwide eradication of smallpox was not Lady Mary Wortley Montagu's only claim to fame; she discarded the life she knew and set out to remake herself, acquiring a reputation for eccentricity, adventures worthy of a modern motion picture, and unwanted literary superstardom. The worldwide eradication of smallpox was not Lady Mary Wortley Montagu's only claim to fame; she discarded the life she knew and set out to remake herself, acquiring a reputation for eccentricity, adventures worthy of a modern motion picture, and unwanted literary superstardom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The worldwide eradication of smallpox was not Lady Mary Wortley Montagu's only claim to fame; she discarded the life she knew and set out to remake herself, acquiring a reputation for eccentricity, adventures worthy of a modern motion picture, and unwanted literary superstardom.

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]]> 6807 no Lady Mary Wortley Montagu Part 1 Lady Mary Wortley Montagu was brought up to believe that it was her face that was her fortune, and her place to be simply decorative. However, her uncommon intelligence, influence among the powerful, and her willingness to accept new ideas about medicine would save lives, help end smallpox, and transform the entire world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 06 Sep 2021 20:09:00 -0000 Lady Mary Wortley Montagu Part 1 full 186 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Lady Mary Wortley Montagu was brought up to believe that it was her face that was her fortune, and her place to be simply decorative. However, her uncommon intelligence, influence among the powerful, and her willingness to accept new ideas about medicine would save lives, help end smallpox, and transform the entire world. Lady Mary Wortley Montagu was brought up to believe that it was her face that was her fortune, and her place to be simply decorative. However, her uncommon intelligence, influence among the powerful, and her willingness to accept new ideas about medicine would save lives, help end smallpox, and transform the entire world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Lady Mary Wortley Montagu was brought up to believe that it was her face that was her fortune, and her place to be simply decorative. However, her uncommon intelligence, influence among the powerful, and her willingness to accept new ideas about medicine would save lives, help end smallpox, and transform the entire world.

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]]> 5819 no Typhoid Mary Mallon Revisited There are quite a few parallels between Mary Mallon's story (a series of typhoid outbreaks) and our present-day pandemic, and so there are things we can learn from it. But was Mary a villain? Or simply a victim of circumstances? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 20 Aug 2021 13:46:18 -0000 Typhoid Mary Mallon Revisited full 185 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE There are striking similarities between "Typhoid" Mary Mallon's life story and our present-day pandemic, can we learn from them? There are quite a few parallels between Mary Mallon's story (a series of typhoid outbreaks) and our present-day pandemic, and so there are things we can learn from it. But was Mary a villain? Or simply a victim of circumstances? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There are quite a few parallels between Mary Mallon's story (a series of typhoid outbreaks) and our present-day pandemic, and so there are things we can learn from it.

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]]> 4832 no Announcement: Gone fishin' A summer announcement and a song Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 04 Aug 2021 20:36:12 -0000 Announcement: Gone fishin' bonus 184 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE A summer announcement and a song A summer announcement and a song Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A summer announcement and a song

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]]> 389 no Olympias Olympias is known for being the mother of Alexander the Great and for being Very Fond Of Snakes. She was subject to centuries of slander by the historians who followed her - but in this episode, we right some of the wrongs, give you some context for her actions, and reveal her connection to the Olympic Games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 23 Jul 2021 03:09:39 -0000 Olympias full 184 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Olympias is known for being the mother of Alexander the Great and for being Very Fond Of Snakes. She was subject to centuries of slander by the historians who followed her - but in this episode, we right some of the wrongs, give you some context for her actions, and reveal her connection to the Olympic Games. Olympias is known for being the mother of Alexander the Great and for being Very Fond Of Snakes. She was subject to centuries of slander by the historians who followed her - but in this episode, we right some of the wrongs, give you some context for her actions, and reveal her connection to the Olympic Games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Olympias is known for being the mother of Alexander the Great and for being Very Fond Of Snakes. She was subject to centuries of slander by the historians who followed her - but in this episode, we right some of the wrongs, give you some context for her actions, and reveal her connection to the Olympic Games.

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]]> 6006 no The Statue of Liberty, Revisited This year, the Statue of Liberty's Little Sister is coming to the US for a lengthy stay. The 9' reproduction travels first to New York for the Fourth of July, then to Washington for Bastille Day...and the next ten years. We thought that this was a good time to revisit the OG, the icon, the symbol of freedom for millions over the last 135 years: Liberty Enlightening the World. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 02 Jul 2021 09:13:07 -0000 The Statue of Liberty, Revisited full 183 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In honor of the arrival of the Statue of Liberty's sister to the US this week and to help celebrate both the Fourth of July and Bastille Day, we revisit Liberty Enlightening the World. This year, the Statue of Liberty's Little Sister is coming to the US for a lengthy stay. The 9' reproduction travels first to New York for the Fourth of July, then to Washington for Bastille Day...and the next ten years. We thought that this was a good time to revisit the OG, the icon, the symbol of freedom for millions over the last 135 years: Liberty Enlightening the World. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This year, the Statue of Liberty's Little Sister is coming to the US for a lengthy stay. The 9' reproduction travels first to New York for the Fourth of July, then to Washington for Bastille Day...and the next ten years. We thought that this was a good time to revisit the OG, the icon, the symbol of freedom for millions over the last 135 years: Liberty Enlightening the World.

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]]> 6881 no Marjorie Merriweather Post Part 2 Marjorie Merriweather Post was a natural philanthropist and organizer. Her fortune may have come to her by chance, and she is perhaps most famous for her outward signs of wealth, but she was no mere society butterfly. Rather than her extensive collection of jewels and artifacts, her true legacy is the multitude of people she was able to help with grace, dignity, and her natural capability for genuine friendship. She was a monarch with a common touch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 25 Jun 2021 08:45:12 -0000 Marjorie Merriweather Post Part 2 full 182 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Marjorie Merriweather Post was a natural philanthropist and organizer. Her fortune may have come to her by chance, and she is perhaps most famous for her outward signs of wealth, but she was no mere society butterfly. Rather than her extensive collection of jewels and artifacts, her true legacy is the multitude of people she was able to help. with grace, dignity, and her natural capability for genuine friendship. She was a monarch with a common touch. Marjorie Merriweather Post was a natural philanthropist and organizer. Her fortune may have come to her by chance, and she is perhaps most famous for her outward signs of wealth, but she was no mere society butterfly. Rather than her extensive collection of jewels and artifacts, her true legacy is the multitude of people she was able to help with grace, dignity, and her natural capability for genuine friendship. She was a monarch with a common touch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Marjorie Merriweather Post was a natural philanthropist and organizer. Her fortune may have come to her by chance, and she is perhaps most famous for her outward signs of wealth, but she was no mere society butterfly.

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]]> 7061 no Marjorie Merriweather Post Part 1 Marjorie Post was not *born* with a silver spoon in her mouth, but breakfast cereal sure provided her with one before her tenth birthday! She parlayed her father's company into a major food conglomerate, and lived like royalty as the Duchess of Washington DC and the Queen of Palm Beach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 11 Jun 2021 07:33:16 -0000 Marjorie Merriweather Post Part 1 full 181 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Marjorie Post was not *born* with a silver spoon in her mouth, but breakfast cereal sure provided her with one before her tenth birthday! She parlayed her father's company into a major food conglomerate, and lived like royalty as the Duchess of Washington DC and the Queen of Palm Beach. Marjorie Post was not *born* with a silver spoon in her mouth, but breakfast cereal sure provided her with one before her tenth birthday! She parlayed her father's company into a major food conglomerate, and lived like royalty as the Duchess of Washington DC and the Queen of Palm Beach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Marjorie Post was not *born* with a silver spoon in her mouth, but breakfast cereal sure provided her with one before her tenth birthday! She parlayed her father's company into a major food conglomerate, and lived like royalty as the Duchess of Washington DC and the Queen of Palm Beach.

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]]> 4654 no Loïe Fuller She was many things: an actress, a dancer, a chemist, an artist, and a pioneer in stage lighting and choreography. She was inquisitive and energetic, full of creativity and drive. She was always looking for ways to help her friends and was the belle of Paris and the Art Nouveau movement...but she is best referred to as La Loïe, THE Loïe, one of a kind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 25 May 2021 05:40:55 -0000 Loïe Fuller full 180 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Loïe Fuller was a creative, scientific, and artistic pioneer in stage design, stage lighting, and choreography. She was many things: an actress, a dancer, a chemist, an artist, and a pioneer in stage lighting and choreography. She was inquisitive and energetic, full of creativity and drive. She was always looking for ways to help her friends and was the belle of Paris and the Art Nouveau movement...but she is best referred to as La Loïe, THE Loïe, one of a kind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices She was many things: an actress, a dancer, a chemist, an artist, and a pioneer in stage lighting and choreography. She was inquisitive and energetic, full of creativity and drive. She was always looking for ways to help her friends and was the belle of Paris and the Art Nouveau movement...but she is best referred to as La Loïe, THE Loïe, one of a kind.



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]]> 4925 no Mary Seacole, Revisited For International Nurses Day, we're revisiting our coverage of Mary Seacole. While, technically, she wasn't a nurse, she was very much a brave medical caregiver, a "doctress," an entrepreneur, and one heck of a jam-maker who served those fighting at the front of the Crimean War (and so much more.) If you are interested in a more directly related nurse episode, we recommend our coverage of Florence Nightingale (as well as several others, mentioned in this episode.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 10 May 2021 13:00:00 -0000 Mary Seacole, Revisited full 179 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE For International Nurses Day on May 12, we're revisiting our coverage of Mary Seacole who was not a nurse, but very much a medical caregiver. For International Nurses Day, we're revisiting our coverage of Mary Seacole. While, technically, she wasn't a nurse, she was very much a brave medical caregiver, a "doctress," an entrepreneur, and one heck of a jam-maker who served those fighting at the front of the Crimean War (and so much more.) If you are interested in a more directly related nurse episode, we recommend our coverage of Florence Nightingale (as well as several others, mentioned in this episode.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices For International Nurses Day, we're revisiting our coverage of Mary Seacole. While, technically, she wasn't a nurse, she was very much a brave medical caregiver, a "doctress," an entrepreneur, and one heck of a jam-maker who served those fighting at the front of the Crimean War (and so much more.) If you are interested in a more directly related nurse episode, we recommend our coverage of Florence Nightingale (as well as several others, mentioned in this episode.)

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]]> 6591 no Maya Angelou Part 3 In Part 3, Maya Angelou has stretched to fill many spheres of influence; she gathered accolades as she climbed and was generous with her experiences. Her lantern of wisdom shone all over the world, lighting the way ahead for others to follow.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Apr 2021 11:09:00 -0000 Maya Angelou Part 3 full 177 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In Part 3, Maya Angelou has stretched to fill many spheres of influence; she gathered accolades as she climbed and was generous with her experiences. Her lantern of wisdom shone all over the world, lighting the way ahead for others to follow. In Part 3, Maya Angelou has stretched to fill many spheres of influence; she gathered accolades as she climbed and was generous with her experiences. Her lantern of wisdom shone all over the world, lighting the way ahead for others to follow.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In Part 3, Maya Angelou has stretched to fill many spheres of influence; she gathered accolades as she climbed and was generous with her experiences. Her lantern of wisdom shone all over the world, lighting the way ahead for others to follow. 

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]]> 6283 no Maya Angelou Part 2 Part 2 is a roller coaster! Maya Angelou faced some of her greatest challenges during this period of her life, and handled them all with the true grit we've come to expect of her. And then she triumphed in three separate spheres, one right after another; theater, journalism, and political activism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Apr 2021 08:54:44 -0000 Maya Angelou Part 2 full 176 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Part 2 is a roller coaster! Maya Angelou faced some of her greatest challenges during this period of her life, and handled them all with the true grit we've come to expect of her. And then she triumphed in three separate spheres, one right after another; theater, journalism, and political activism. Part 2 is a roller coaster! Maya Angelou faced some of her greatest challenges during this period of her life, and handled them all with the true grit we've come to expect of her. And then she triumphed in three separate spheres, one right after another; theater, journalism, and political activism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Part 2 is a roller coaster! Maya Angelou faced some of her greatest challenges during this period of her life, and handled them all with the true grit we've come to expect of her. And then she triumphed in three separate spheres, one right after another; theater, journalism, and political activism.

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]]> 5587 no A Message from the chaotic House of Wood Where is Maya Angelou Part 2? Likely in a landfill. Let me explain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 13 Apr 2021 15:53:27 -0000 A Message from the chaotic House of Wood bonus 175 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Where is Maya Angelou Part 2? Likely in a landfill. Let me explain. Where is Maya Angelou Part 2? Likely in a landfill. Let me explain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Where is Maya Angelou Part 2? Likely in a landfill. Let me explain.

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]]> 306 no Maya Angelou Part 1 Throughout the twists and turns of her colorful life, Maya Angelou gathered the wisdom of the world and distilled it into a dynamic force with which to educate, to move, and to change society. Words have power! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 31 Mar 2021 17:55:27 -0000 Maya Angelou Part 1 full 175 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Throughout the twists and turns of her colorful life, Maya Angelou gathered the wisdom of the world and distilled it into a dynamic force with which to educate, to move, and to change society. Words have power! Throughout the twists and turns of her colorful life, Maya Angelou gathered the wisdom of the world and distilled it into a dynamic force with which to educate, to move, and to change society. Words have power! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Throughout the twists and turns of her colorful life, Maya Angelou gathered the wisdom of the world and distilled it into a dynamic force with which to educate, to move, and to change society. Words have power!

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]]> 4683 no The Bowery Boys and the Shirtwaist Strike of 1909 Greg Young and Tom Meyers, of The Bowery Boys New York City History podcast, share their 2020 coverage of early 1900s women's protests that were tied to the tragic Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 16 Mar 2021 04:13:30 -0000 The Bowery Boys and the Shirtwaist Strike of 1909 full 174 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Greg Young and Tom Meyers, of The Bowery Boys New York City History podcast, share their 2020 coverage of early 1900s women's protests that were tied to the tragic Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire. Greg Young and Tom Meyers, of The Bowery Boys New York City History podcast, share their 2020 coverage of early 1900s women's protests that were tied to the tragic Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Greg Young and Tom Meyers, of The Bowery Boys New York City History podcast, share their 2020 coverage of early 1900s women's protests that were tied to the tragic Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire.

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]]> 3642 no Women of the Wild West, Revisited Calamity Jane, Belle Starr, and Annie Chambers were contemporaries of our previous subjects, the Harvey Girls and Fred Harvey, but they led very...very different lives. We've combined three stories from our archives into one Women of the Wild West episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 02 Mar 2021 19:58:53 -0000 Women of the Wild West, Revisited full 173 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Calamity Jane, Belle Starr, and Annie Chambers were contemporaries of our previous subjects, the Harvey Girls and Fred Harvey, but they led very different lives. Calamity Jane, Belle Starr, and Annie Chambers were contemporaries of our previous subjects, the Harvey Girls and Fred Harvey, but they led very...very different lives. We've combined three stories from our archives into one Women of the Wild West episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Calamity Jane, Belle Starr, and Annie Chambers were contemporaries of our previous subjects, the Harvey Girls and Fred Harvey, but they led very...very different lives. We've combined three stories from our archives into one Women of the Wild West episode.

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]]> 5902 no The Harvey Girls The Harvey Girls were not "just waitresses," they were adventuring, trailblazing, refined young women who helped settle the American West. And the story of these brave and hardworking women can't be told without discussing the man behind them: Fred Harvey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 24 Feb 2021 02:04:00 -0000 The Harvey Girls full 172 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The Harvey Girls weren't "just waitresses," they were adventuring, trailblazing, refined young women who helped settle the American West and Fred Harvey was the man who brought them there. The Harvey Girls were not "just waitresses," they were adventuring, trailblazing, refined young women who helped settle the American West. And the story of these brave and hardworking women can't be told without discussing the man behind them: Fred Harvey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Harvey Girls were not "just waitresses," they were adventuring, trailblazing, refined young women who helped settle the American West. And the story of these brave and hardworking women can't be told without discussing the man behind them: Fred Harvey.

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]]> 7499 no Ella Fitzgerald, Revisited (and a request) From a rough start on the streets of Harlem, to the Apollo stage, smokey clubs, years on the road and in recording studios Ella led the world through the trends and wild ride that was the musical scene during most of the last century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 02 Feb 2021 17:45:09 -0000 Ella Fitzgerald, Revisited (and a request) full 172 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE From a rough start on the streets of Harlem, to the Apollo stage, smokey clubs, years on the road and in recording studios Ella led the world through the trends and wild ride that was the musical scene during most of the last century. From a rough start on the streets of Harlem, to the Apollo stage, smokey clubs, years on the road and in recording studios Ella led the world through the trends and wild ride that was the musical scene during most of the last century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices From a rough start on the streets of Harlem, to the Apollo stage, smokey clubs, years on the road and in recording studios Ella led the world through the trends and wild ride that was the musical scene during most of the last century.

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]]> 4163 no 10th Birthday Love Letter Ten years ago, we met (literally MET!) to record our first episode. It's been a journey, and we thought as a milestone birthday celebration, we would ask listeners what The History Chicks have meant to you. Thank you so very much for the years of friendship. (sings) AND MANY MORE..... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 19 Jan 2021 20:00:19 -0000 10th Birthday Love Letter full 171 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Ten years ago, we met (literally MET!) to record our first episode. It's been a journey, and we thought as a milestone birthday celebration, we would ask listeners what The History Chicks have meant to you. Thank you so very much for the years of friendship. (sings) AND MANY MORE..... Ten years ago, we met (literally MET!) to record our first episode. It's been a journey, and we thought as a milestone birthday celebration, we would ask listeners what The History Chicks have meant to you. Thank you so very much for the years of friendship. (sings) AND MANY MORE..... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ten years ago, we met (literally MET!) to record our first episode. It's been a journey, and we thought as a milestone birthday celebration, we would ask listeners what The History Chicks have meant to you. Thank you so very much for the years of friendship. (sings) AND MANY MORE.....

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]]> 3063 no Shirley Temple Black Once upon a time, there was a little moppet whose grit and optimism on screen gave the world the courage to endure the Great Depression. But time and fashion are fickle mistresses, and Shirley Temple had to reinvent herself as a star performer - in the world of diplomacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 08 Jan 2021 10:38:08 -0000 Shirley Temple Black full 170 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Once upon a time, there was a little moppet whose grit and optimism on screen gave the world the courage to endure the Great Depression. But time and fashion are fickle mistresses, and Shirley Temple had to reinvent herself as a star performer - in the world of diplomacy. Once upon a time, there was a little moppet whose grit and optimism on screen gave the world the courage to endure the Great Depression. But time and fashion are fickle mistresses, and Shirley Temple had to reinvent herself as a star performer - in the world of diplomacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Once upon a time, there was a little moppet whose grit and optimism on screen gave the world the courage to endure the Great Depression. But time and fashion are fickle mistresses, and Shirley Temple had to reinvent herself as a star performer - in the world of diplomacy.

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]]> 8648 no Mrs. Claus, Revisited Let's shine the spotlight on Mrs. Claus, she's not the one-dimensional support character most imagine, a revisit from 2014. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 24 Dec 2020 20:26:49 -0000 Mrs. Claus, Revisited full 169 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Let's shine the spotlight on Mrs. Claus, she's not the one-dimensional support character most imagine. Let's shine the spotlight on Mrs. Claus, she's not the one-dimensional support character most imagine, a revisit from 2014. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Let's shine the spotlight on Mrs. Claus, she's not the one-dimensional support character most imagine, a revisit from 2014.

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]]> 801 no Charlotte Brontë, Revisted Charlotte didn't let her circumstances and the discouragement of others stand in the way of her goal of becoming a published author; she got knocked down over and over before she was able to present the world with one of the most beloved heroines in literary history. Along the way, we have a chance to talk about the lives of her literary sisters: Emily and Anne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 07 Dec 2020 23:14:15 -0000 Charlotte Brontë, Revisted full 168 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Charlotte Brontë didn't let her circumstances and the discouragement of others stand in the way of her goal of becoming a published author and ended up creating one of the most beloved heroines in literary history. Charlotte didn't let her circumstances and the discouragement of others stand in the way of her goal of becoming a published author; she got knocked down over and over before she was able to present the world with one of the most beloved heroines in literary history. Along the way, we have a chance to talk about the lives of her literary sisters: Emily and Anne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Charlotte didn't let her circumstances and the discouragement of others stand in the way of her goal of becoming a published author; she got knocked down over and over before she was able to present the world with one of the most beloved heroines in literary history. Along the way, we have a chance to talk about the lives of her literary sisters: Emily and Anne.

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]]> 7431 no Pocahontas, Revisited Pocahontas did save lives... just not the way (or the one) that you've been taught. We revisit this 2017 episode to learn the real, not Disneyfied, story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 23 Nov 2020 21:05:42 -0000 Pocahontas, Revisited full 167 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Pocahontas did save lives... just not the way (or the one) that you've been taught. Pocahontas did save lives... just not the way (or the one) that you've been taught. We revisit this 2017 episode to learn the real, not Disneyfied, story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Pocahontas did save lives... just not the way (or the one) that you've been taught. We revisit this 2017 episode to learn the real, not Disneyfied, story.

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]]> 4428 no Wonder Woman Part 2 After her creator died, Wonder Woman strayed quite a bit from where she began. She had her wings clipped by the censors in the 1950s, and lost her powers entirely in the 1960s. It took Gloria Steinem, Ms. Magazine, and the 1970s to bring Wonder Woman back to her feminist roots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 10 Nov 2020 07:39:49 -0000 Wonder Woman Part 2 full 166 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE After her creator died, Wonder Woman strayed quite a bit from where she began. She had her wings clipped by the censors in the 1950s, and lost her powers entirely in the 1960s. It took Gloria Steinem, Ms. Magazine, and the 1970s to bring Wonder Woman back to her feminist roots. After her creator died, Wonder Woman strayed quite a bit from where she began. She had her wings clipped by the censors in the 1950s, and lost her powers entirely in the 1960s. It took Gloria Steinem, Ms. Magazine, and the 1970s to bring Wonder Woman back to her feminist roots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After her creator died, Wonder Woman strayed quite a bit from where she began. She had her wings clipped by the censors in the 1950s, and lost her powers entirely in the 1960s. It took Gloria Steinem, Ms. Magazine, and the 1970s to bring Wonder Woman back to her feminist roots.

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]]> 3825 no Wonder Woman Part 1 She was forged in the fires of the suffragist movement, and beneath her abbreviated costume beats the heart of a lion. Fighting for truth, equality, and justice, "By the Spear of Athena and the Thunderbolts of Jove!" - it's Wonder Woman! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 31 Oct 2020 03:59:34 -0000 Wonder Woman Part 1 full 164 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE She was forged in the fires of the suffragist movement, and beneath her abbreviated costume beats the heart of a lion. Fighting for truth, equality, and justice, "By the Spear of Athena and the Thunderbolts of Jove!" - it's Wonder Woman! She was forged in the fires of the suffragist movement, and beneath her abbreviated costume beats the heart of a lion. Fighting for truth, equality, and justice, "By the Spear of Athena and the Thunderbolts of Jove!" - it's Wonder Woman! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices She was forged in the fires of the suffragist movement, and beneath her abbreviated costume beats the heart of a lion. Fighting for truth, equality, and justice, "By the Spear of Athena and the Thunderbolts of Jove!" - it's Wonder Woman!

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]]> 5249 no Belva Lockwood and Shirley Chisholm, Revisited We finish up our two-part series on women who ran for the US presidency in days gone by. Belva Lockwood ran in 1884 and 1888, and Shirley Chisholm threw her hat into the POTUS ring in the 1972 election. Neither candidate won the office, but they were both victorious at shattering glass ceilings to make room for women to come. Remastered from 2016. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 13 Oct 2020 02:33:17 -0000 Belva Lockwood and Shirley Chisholm, Revisited full 163 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We finish up our two-part series on women who ran for the US presidency in days gone by with two glass ceiling shattering candidates, remastered from 2016. We finish up our two-part series on women who ran for the US presidency in days gone by. Belva Lockwood ran in 1884 and 1888, and Shirley Chisholm threw her hat into the POTUS ring in the 1972 election. Neither candidate won the office, but they were both victorious at shattering glass ceilings to make room for women to come. Remastered from 2016. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We finish up our two-part series on women who ran for the US presidency in days gone by. Belva Lockwood ran in 1884 and 1888, and Shirley Chisholm threw her hat into the POTUS ring in the 1972 election. Neither candidate won the office, but they were both victorious at shattering glass ceilings to make room for women to come. Remastered from 2016.

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]]> 4637 no Victoria Woodhull, Revisited Here in the US, voting for the 2020 Presidential election has begun so we're revisiting the life of the very first woman to run for the American Presidency in 1872. Victoria Woodhull crafted a life for herself from very raw materials, she traveled from an abusive childhood to an aristocratic end and, throughout it all, was a woman ahead of her time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 28 Sep 2020 19:29:48 -0000 Victoria Woodhull, Revisited full 162 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Voting for the 2020 Presidential election has begun here in the US so we're revisiting the life of Victoria Woodhull who traveled from an abusive childhood to an aristocratic end and, in the middle, was the very first woman to run for the American Presidency. Here in the US, voting for the 2020 Presidential election has begun so we're revisiting the life of the very first woman to run for the American Presidency in 1872. Victoria Woodhull crafted a life for herself from very raw materials, she traveled from an abusive childhood to an aristocratic end and, throughout it all, was a woman ahead of her time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Here in the US, voting for the 2020 Presidential election has begun so we're revisiting the life of the very first woman to run for the American Presidency in 1872. Victoria Woodhull crafted a life for herself from very raw materials, she traveled from an abusive childhood to an aristocratic end and, throughout it all, was a woman ahead of her time.

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]]> 7358 no Q and A Number 3 Once upon a time in the dark ages of podcasting, two friends set out on a quest to bring the stories of historical women to your ears. In this episode, we have some speculative history, a few predictions about the future, and a peek behind the curtain in this, our tenth year! Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 15 Sep 2020 07:42:19 -0000 Q and A Number 3 full 161 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Once upon a time in the dark ages of podcasting, two friends set out on a quest to bring the stories of historical women to your ears. In this episode, we have some speculative history, a few predictions about the future, and a peek behind the curtain in this, our tenth year! Thanks for listening! Once upon a time in the dark ages of podcasting, two friends set out on a quest to bring the stories of historical women to your ears. In this episode, we have some speculative history, a few predictions about the future, and a peek behind the curtain in this, our tenth year! Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Once upon a time in the dark ages of podcasting, two friends set out on a quest to bring the stories of historical women to your ears. In this episode, we have some speculative history, a few predictions about the future, and a peek behind the curtain in this, our tenth year! Thanks for listening!

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]]> 5239 no Empress Sisi of Austria Part 2 In part 2 of our coverage, Empress Sisi helps to change the political climate in Hungary, experiences great personal tragedy, comes a little bit loose at the seams... and gained headlines with an ending that shook the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 03 Sep 2020 06:22:15 -0000 Empress Sisi of Austria Part 2 full 160 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In part 2 of our coverage, Empress Sisi helps to change the political climate in Hungary, experiences great personal tragedy, comes a little bit loose at the seams... and gained headlines with an ending that shook the world. In part 2 of our coverage, Empress Sisi helps to change the political climate in Hungary, experiences great personal tragedy, comes a little bit loose at the seams... and gained headlines with an ending that shook the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In part 2 of our coverage, Empress Sisi helps to change the political climate in Hungary, experiences great personal tragedy, comes a little bit loose at the seams... and gained headlines with an ending that shook the world.

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]]> 6990 no Empress Sisi of Austria Part 1 Sisi was a shy young noblewoman who was plucked from obscurity and shoved onto the world stage with very little warning. She found the limelight a difficult place in which to live, but her beauty and her genuine concern for the common people earned her the status of a reluctant icon. Sisi's ultimate death shocked the whole world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 18 Aug 2020 00:57:41 -0000 Empress Sisi of Austria Part 1 full 159 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Sisi was a shy young noblewoman who was plucked from obscurity and shoved onto the world stage, with very little warning, where she found the limelight a difficult place in which to live, but her beauty and genuine concern for the common people earned her the status of a reluctant icon. Sisi was a shy young noblewoman who was plucked from obscurity and shoved onto the world stage with very little warning. She found the limelight a difficult place in which to live, but her beauty and her genuine concern for the common people earned her the status of a reluctant icon. Sisi's ultimate death shocked the whole world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sisi was a shy young noblewoman who was plucked from obscurity and shoved onto the world stage with very little warning. She found the limelight a difficult place in which to live, but her beauty and her genuine concern for the common people earned her the status of a reluctant icon. Sisi's ultimate death shocked the whole world.

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]]> 5297 no Marie Curie, Double Episode Revisit If Amazon Prime's movie Radioactive has you curious about Marie's REAL story, we joined our two episodes of her, broke them into chapters, and created this one mega-Marie deep dive into her life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 03 Aug 2020 23:47:26 -0000 Marie Curie, Double Episode Revisit full 158 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE If Amazon Prime's movie Radioactive has you curious about Marie's REAL story, we joined our two episodes of her, broke them into chapters, and created this one mega-Marie deep dive into her life. If Amazon Prime's movie Radioactive has you curious about Marie's REAL story, we joined our two episodes of her, broke them into chapters, and created this one mega-Marie deep dive into her life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices If Amazon Prime's movie Radioactive has you curious about Marie's REAL story, we joined our two episodes of her, broke them into chapters, and created this one mega-Marie deep dive into her life

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]]> 10092 no Lady Bird Johnson Lady Bird Johnson was First Lady during a turbulent time in the US. While her methods and voice may not have been the loudest, she touched many lives, changed many hearts, and left a beautiful legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Jul 2020 05:19:02 -0000 Lady Bird Johnson full 157 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE More than "just" a First Lady, she was a businesswoman, a mom, a writer, and a champion of both conservation and civil rights. Lady Bird Johnson was First Lady during a turbulent time in the US. While her methods and voice may not have been the loudest, she touched many lives, changed many hearts, and left a beautiful legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Lady Bird Johnson was First Lady during a turbulent time in the US. While her methods and voice may not have been the loudest, she touched many lives, changed many hearts, and left a beautiful legacy.

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]]> 5789 no The Statue of Liberty, Revisited From her birth at a French dinner table to her place in the hearts of people all over the world, we revisit our 2018 coverage of the life of this American icon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 06 Jul 2020 22:03:33 -0000 The Statue of Liberty, Revisited full 156 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE From her birth at a French dinner table to her place in the hearts of people all over the world, we revisit our 2018 coverage of the life of this American icon. From her birth at a French dinner table to her place in the hearts of people all over the world, we revisit our 2018 coverage of the life of this American icon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices From her birth at a French dinner table to her place in the hearts of people all over the world, we revisit our 2018 coverage of the life of this American icon.

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]]> 6708 no Aunt Jemima In 1889, Aunt Jemima crossed from the footlights to the grocery store, where she's been a fixture for 131 years. On the eve of her departure, we give you the dark history of this American icon - and the stories of a few women who made her come alive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 26 Jun 2020 05:03:21 -0000 Aunt Jemima full 155 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In 1889, Aunt Jemima crossed from the footlights to the grocery store, where she's been a fixture for 131 years. On the eve of her departure, we give you the dark history of this American icon - and the stories of a few women who made her come alive. In 1889, Aunt Jemima crossed from the footlights to the grocery store, where she's been a fixture for 131 years. On the eve of her departure, we give you the dark history of this American icon - and the stories of a few women who made her come alive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In 1889, Aunt Jemima crossed from the footlights to the grocery store, where she's been a fixture for 131 years. On the eve of her departure, we give you the dark history of this American icon - and the stories of a few women who made her come alive.

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]]> 3318 no Fannie Lou Hamer Fannie Lou Hamer began life as a small child whose hard labor was key to her family’s survival. She grew up to become a fiery civil rights activist who would not be silenced by intimidation, violence, or the personal wishes of the President of the United States himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 15 Jun 2020 14:02:45 -0000 Fannie Lou Hamer full 154 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Fannie Lou Hamer began life as a small child whose hard labor was key to her family’s survival. She grew up to become a fiery civil rights activist who would not be silenced by intimidation, violence, or the personal wishes of the President of the United States himself. Fannie Lou Hamer began life as a small child whose hard labor was key to her family’s survival. She grew up to become a fiery civil rights activist who would not be silenced by intimidation, violence, or the personal wishes of the President of the United States himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fannie Lou Hamer began life as a small child whose hard labor was key to her family’s survival. She grew up to become a fiery civil rights activist who would not be silenced by intimidation, violence, or the personal wishes of the President of the United States himself.

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]]> 7029 no Catherine the Great, Part Two *An entirely true story If you're watching Hulu's, The Great, and wondering what parts are the "occasionally true," we finish the real Catherine's story in this, the second of two episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 08 Jun 2020 23:17:22 -0000 Catherine the Great, Part Two *An entirely true story full 153 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE If you're watching Hulu's, The Great, and wondering what parts are the "occasionally true," we finish the real Catherine's story in this, the second of two episodes. If you're watching Hulu's, The Great, and wondering what parts are the "occasionally true," we finish the real Catherine's story in this, the second of two episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices If you're watching Hulu's, The Great, and wondering what parts are the "occasionally true," we finish the real Catherine's story in this, the second of two episodes.

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]]> 6378 no Catherine the Great *An entirely true story Have you watched Hulu's series, The Great, and wondered what parts were true? Here is a revisit to part one of our coverage of the very true life of Catherine the Great, a German princess who became the Empress of Russia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 25 May 2020 22:14:26 -0000 Catherine the Great *An entirely true story full 152 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE If you've watched Hulu's series, The Great, and wondered what parts were true, here's the very true life of Catherine the Great, a German princess who became the Empress of Russia. Have you watched Hulu's series, The Great, and wondered what parts were true? Here is a revisit to part one of our coverage of the very true life of Catherine the Great, a German princess who became the Empress of Russia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Have you watched Hulu's series, The Great, and wondered what parts were true? Here is a revisit to part one of our coverage of the very true life of Catherine the Great, a German princess who became the Empress of Russia.

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]]> 4272 no Zephyr Wright Zephyr Wright's spicy Pedernales River Chili made her one of the most famous cooks in America... and her peppery relationship with President Lyndon B. Johnson made her a notable figure in the struggle for Civil Rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 14 May 2020 05:40:52 -0000 Zephyr Wright full 151 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Zephyr Wright's spicy Pedernales River Chili made her one one of the most famous cooks in America... and her peppery relationship with President Lyndon B. Johnson made her a notable figure in the struggle for Civil Rights. Zephyr Wright's spicy Pedernales River Chili made her one of the most famous cooks in America... and her peppery relationship with President Lyndon B. Johnson made her a notable figure in the struggle for Civil Rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Zephyr Wright's spicy Pedernales River Chili made her one of the most famous cooks in America... and her peppery relationship with President Lyndon B. Johnson made her a notable figure in the struggle for Civil Rights.

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]]> 5712 no Chicks Check-in A quick check-in, a catch-up...just a little chat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 28 Apr 2020 23:46:50 -0000 Chicks Check-in full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE A quick check-in, a catch-up...just a little chat. A quick check-in, a catch-up...just a little chat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A quick check-in, a catch-up...just a little chat.

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]]> 525 no Margaret "Molly" Brown and the Titanic, Revisited We thought we could all use an example of a woman who faced an unexpected disaster of titanic proportions and not only survived, but used her brains, bravery, and wits to help others also survive in the process. Join us as we revisit our 2012 coverage of Margaret "Molly" Brown, and our own Field Trip to visit the Titanic (sort of) on the 108th anniversary of the maritime disaster...but, it's a story of inspiration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 12 Apr 2020 05:00:00 -0000 Margaret "Molly" Brown and the Titanic, Revisited full 150 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Join us as we revisit both Margaret "Molly" Brown-- a brave, bold, and smart woman who helped others survive a disaster--and a Field Trip of our own to learn about the ship that they had all set sail on, the Titanic. We thought we could all use an example of a woman who faced an unexpected disaster of titanic proportions and not only survived, but used her brains, bravery, and wits to help others also survive in the process. Join us as we revisit our 2012 coverage of Margaret "Molly" Brown, and our own Field Trip to visit the Titanic (sort of) on the 108th anniversary of the maritime disaster...but, it's a story of inspiration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We thought we could all use an example of a woman who faced an unexpected disaster of titanic proportions and not only survived, but used her brains, bravery, and wits to help others also survive in the process. Join us as we revisit our 2012 coverage of Margaret "Molly" Brown, and our own Field Trip to visit the Titanic (sort of) on the 108th anniversary of the maritime disaster...but, it's a story of inspiration.

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]]> 6318 no Typhoid Mary Mallon There are quite a few parallels between Mary Mallon's story (a series of typhoid outbreaks) and our present day pandemic, and so there are things we can learn from it (not the least of which is wash your dang hands!) But was Mary a villain? Or simply a victim of circumstances? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 Apr 2020 06:19:00 -0000 Typhoid Mary Mallon full 149 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE There are quite a few parallels between Mary's Mallon's story during a series of typhoid outbreaks and our present day pandemic, and so there are things we can learn from it (not the least of which is wash your dang hands!) But was Mary a villain? Or simply a victim of circumstances? There are quite a few parallels between Mary Mallon's story (a series of typhoid outbreaks) and our present day pandemic, and so there are things we can learn from it (not the least of which is wash your dang hands!) But was Mary a villain? Or simply a victim of circumstances? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There are quite a few parallels between Mary Mallon's story (a series of typhoid outbreaks) and our present day pandemic, and so there are things we can learn from it (not the least of which is wash your dang hands!)

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]]> 4942 no Annie Turnbo Malone and Madam CJ Walker Much has been made of hair-care mogul Madam CJ Walker, but before the Walker empire existed, there was her mentor Annie Turnbo Malone, whose innovation, drive, and concern for her fellow humans have been overshadowed by her more flamboyant protegée. We're going to tell you both of their stories today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 17 Mar 2020 21:47:00 -0000 Annie Turnbo Malone and Madam CJ Walker full 148 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Much has been made of hair-care mogul Madam CJ Walker, but before the Walker empire existed, there was her mentor Annie Turnbo Malone, whose innovation, drive, and concern for her fellow humans have been overshadowed by her more flamboyant protegée. We're going to tell you both of their stories today. Much has been made of hair-care mogul Madam CJ Walker, but before the Walker empire existed, there was her mentor Annie Turnbo Malone, whose innovation, drive, and concern for her fellow humans have been overshadowed by her more flamboyant protegée. We're going to tell you both of their stories today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Much has been made of hair-care mogul Madam CJ Walker, but before the Walker empire existed, there was her mentor Annie Turnbo Malone, whose innovation, drive, and concern for her fellow humans have been overshadowed by her more flamboyant protegée. We're going to tell you both of their stories today.

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]]> 6676 no Isadora Duncan Isadora was the purest of unconventional free spirits and one of history's most unique dance innovators. Many people only know how she died, but how she lived is a much more inspiring and fascinating story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 03 Mar 2020 06:05:00 -0000 Isadora Duncan full 147 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Isadora was the purest of unconventional free spirits and one of the most unique dance innovators in history. Many people only know how she died, but how she lived is a much more inspiring and fascinating story. Isadora was the purest of unconventional free spirits and one of history's most unique dance innovators. Many people only know how she died, but how she lived is a much more inspiring and fascinating story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Isadora was the purest of unconventional free spirits and one of history's most unique dance innovators. Many people only know how she died, but how she lived is a much more inspiring and fascinating story.

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]]> 4849 no Mary Church Terrell Part 2 In this second installment in the life of Mary Church Terrell, the stage is bigger, the stakes are higher, and the gloves are off! Mary makes societal change happen with persistence, a propensity for making influential connections... and sheer nerve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 18 Feb 2020 07:08:15 -0000 Mary Church Terrell Part 2 full 146 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In this second installment in the life of Mary Church Terrell, the stage is bigger, the stakes are higher, and the gloves are off! Mary makes societal change happen with persistence, a propensity for making influential connections... and sheer nerve. In this second installment in the life of Mary Church Terrell, the stage is bigger, the stakes are higher, and the gloves are off! Mary makes societal change happen with persistence, a propensity for making influential connections... and sheer nerve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this second installment in the life of Mary Church Terrell, the stage is bigger, the stakes are higher, and the gloves are off! Mary makes societal change happen with persistence, a propensity for making influential connections... and sheer nerve.

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]]> 5563 no Ida B. Wells Revisited, Not Mary Church Terrell Part 2 Life got in the way of getting Mary Church Terrell Part Two out this week, we will post that episode as soon as possible, but Mary and Ida crossed paths several times so we thought a refresher of her life was in order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 03 Feb 2020 21:58:35 -0000 Ida B. Wells Revisited, Not Mary Church Terrell Part 2 full 145 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Life got in the way of getting Mary Church Terrell Part Two out this week, we will post that episode as soon as possible, but Mary and Ida crossed paths several times so we thought a refresher of her life was in order Life got in the way of getting Mary Church Terrell Part Two out this week, we will post that episode as soon as possible, but Mary and Ida crossed paths several times so we thought a refresher of her life was in order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Life got in the way of getting Mary Church Terrell Part Two out this week, we will post that episode as soon as possible, but Mary and Ida crossed paths several times so we thought a refresher of her life was in order.

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]]> 4398 no Mary Church Terrell (part 1) Mary Terrell was one of the first African American Women to graduate from college, and rose to prominence during the battles for universal suffrage and civil rights. With fiery speeches and a push in the back, she demanded that we all to go forth and do some good. We have a responsibility to lift each other up as we climb, she said, in order to make the world a better place for all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Jan 2020 07:59:26 -0000 Mary Church Terrell (part 1) full 144 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Mary Terrell was one of the first African American Women to graduate from college, and rose to prominence during the battles for universal suffrage and Civil Rights. With fiery speeches and a push in the back, she demanded that we all to go forth and do some good. We have a responsibility to lift each other up as we climb, she said, in order to make the world a better place for all. Mary Terrell was one of the first African American Women to graduate from college, and rose to prominence during the battles for universal suffrage and civil rights. With fiery speeches and a push in the back, she demanded that we all to go forth and do some good. We have a responsibility to lift each other up as we climb, she said, in order to make the world a better place for all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mary Terrell was one of the first African American Women to graduate from college, and rose to prominence during the battles for universal suffrage and civil rights.

With fiery speeches and a push in the back, she demanded that we all to go forth and do some good. We have a responsibility to lift each other up as we climb, she said, in order to make the world a better place for all.

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]]> 4620 no Maria Montessori Maria Montessori revolutionized education during the early 20th century with her approach to child-led learning, and was convinced that the children of the world were the key to peace on earth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 09 Jan 2020 08:05:11 -0000 Maria Montessori full 143 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Maria Montessori revolutionized education during the early 20th century with her approach to child-led learning, and was convinced that the children of the world were the key to peace on earth. Maria Montessori revolutionized education during the early 20th century with her approach to child-led learning, and was convinced that the children of the world were the key to peace on earth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Maria Montessori revolutionized education during the early 20th century with her approach to child-led learning, and was convinced that the children of the world were the key to peace on earth.

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]]> 7014 no Mrs Claus - A Biography Surprise! Our Traditional Bonus episode about the origins of Mrs. Claus, here for your listening pleasure on Christmas morning. Preview it before you share with the North Pole true believers in your life - and have a great holiday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 25 Dec 2019 12:00:00 -0000 Mrs Claus - A Biography bonus The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Surprise! Our Traditional Bonus episode about the origins of Mrs. Claus, here for your listening pleasure on Christmas morning. Preview it before you share with the North Pole true believers in your life - and have a great holiday! Surprise! Our Traditional Bonus episode about the origins of Mrs. Claus, here for your listening pleasure on Christmas morning. Preview it before you share with the North Pole true believers in your life - and have a great holiday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Surprise! Our Traditional Bonus episode about the origins of Mrs. Claus, here for your listening pleasure on Christmas morning.

Preview it before you share with the North Pole true believers in your life - and have a great holiday!

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]]> 741 no Louisa May Alcott Revisited Just how biographical *is* Little Women? You'll see the echoes of Louisa May Alcott's real life within her most famous work after hearing this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 24 Dec 2019 06:18:38 -0000 Louisa May Alcott Revisited full 142 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Just how biographical *is* Little Women? You'll see the echoes of Louisa May Alcott's real life within her most famous work after hearing this episode. Just how biographical *is* Little Women? You'll see the echoes of Louisa May Alcott's real life within her most famous work after hearing this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Just how biographical *is* Little Women? You'll see the echoes of Louisa May Alcott's real life within her most famous work after hearing this episode.

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]]> 7565 no Rosa Parks Revisted Thanks to a couple of recent news stories about Rosa, we're heading back to 2012 and revisiting the life of this civil rights activist and icon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 09 Dec 2019 20:45:32 -0000 Rosa Parks Revisted full 141 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Thanks to a couple of recent news stories about Rosa, we're heading back to 2012 and revisiting the life of this civil rights activist and icon Thanks to a couple of recent news stories about Rosa, we're heading back to 2012 and revisiting the life of this civil rights activist and icon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thanks to a couple of recent news stories about Rosa, we're heading back to 2012 and revisiting the life of this civil rights activist and icon.

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]]> 3031 no Wilma Mankiller Wilma Mankiller overcame obstacles in her life by being "of good mind," a Cherokee principle that guided her through her life of activism, community service, and her election as the first female Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 26 Nov 2019 11:27:13 -0000 Wilma Mankiller full 140 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Wilma Mankiller overcame obstacles in her life by being "of good mind," a Cherokee principle that guided her through her life of activism, community service, and her election as the first female Chief of the Cherokee Nation. Wilma Mankiller overcame obstacles in her life by being "of good mind," a Cherokee principle that guided her through her life of activism, community service, and her election as the first female Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wilma Mankiller overcame obstacles in her life by being "of good mind," a Cherokee principle that guided her through her life of activism, community service, and her election as the first female Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation.

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]]> 5765 no Guest Episode: The Recappery, The Crown S3 E1 We have a second podcast, The Recappery, making a guest appearance to recap Netflix's The Crown, Season 3, Episode 1. If you like what you hear, please subscribe to The Recappery on your favorite podcatcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 18 Nov 2019 20:18:36 -0000 Guest Episode: The Recappery, The Crown S3 E1 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We have a second podcast, The Recappery, making a guest appearance to recap Netflix's The Crown, Season 3, Episode 1. If you like what you hear, please subscribe to The Recappery on your favorite podcatcher. We have a second podcast, The Recappery, making a guest appearance to recap Netflix's The Crown, Season 3, Episode 1. If you like what you hear, please subscribe to The Recappery on your favorite podcatcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We have a second podcast, The Recappery, making a guest appearance to recap Netflix's The Crown, Season 3, Episode 1. If you like what you hear, please subscribe to The Recappery on your favorite podcatcher.

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]]> 5801 no Pocahontas, Revisited It's National Native American Heritage Month, a perfect time to recast our episode on the real story of Pocahontas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 12 Nov 2019 04:16:18 -0000 Pocahontas, Revisited full 139 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE It's National Native American Heritage Month, a perfect time to head back to 2017 and the real story of Pocahontas. It's National Native American Heritage Month, a perfect time to recast our episode on the real story of Pocahontas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's National Native American Heritage Month, a perfect time to recast our episode on the real story of Pocahontas.

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]]> 4403 no Sarah Winchester and the Mystery House The Winchester Mystery House has intrigued us for almost a century. Its story has always been a dramatic one, full of ghosts, guns, and desperation - but perhaps there is a simpler explanation buried within the life of Sarah Winchester herself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 29 Oct 2019 07:38:00 -0000 Sarah Winchester and the Mystery House full 138 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The Winchester Mystery House has intrigued us for almost a century. Its story has always been a dramatic one, full of ghosts, guns, and desperation - but perhaps there is a simpler explanation buried within the life of Sarah Winchester herself. The Winchester Mystery House has intrigued us for almost a century. Its story has always been a dramatic one, full of ghosts, guns, and desperation - but perhaps there is a simpler explanation buried within the life of Sarah Winchester herself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Winchester Mystery House has intrigued us for almost a century. Its story has always been a dramatic one, full of ghosts, guns, and desperation - but perhaps there is a simpler explanation buried within the life of Sarah Winchester herself.

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]]> 4647 no Florence Nightingale Florence Nightingale was forced to hide her light under a bushel until her thirties, when she broke free in spectacular fashion to become the world's beloved Lady With The Lamp - as well as a master statistician and the founder of modern nursing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 18 Oct 2019 03:52:49 -0000 Florence Nightingale full 137 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Florence Nightingale was forced to hide her light under a bushel until her thirties, when she broke free in spectacular fashion to become the world's beloved Lady With The Lamp - as well as a master statistician and the founder of modern nursing. Florence Nightingale was forced to hide her light under a bushel until her thirties, when she broke free in spectacular fashion to become the world's beloved Lady With The Lamp - as well as a master statistician and the founder of modern nursing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Florence Nightingale was forced to hide her light under a bushel until her thirties, when she broke free in spectacular fashion to become the world's beloved Lady With The Lamp - as well as a master statistician and the founder of modern nursing.

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]]> 6775 no Mary Seacole Mary Seacole didn't let the open ocean stop her, nor fire, war, discrimination or bureaucracy. She made *several* places for herself in a world that tried to shut her down, building a business while caring for thousands of soldiers with herbs, a hand on their foreheads, and a full heart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 01 Oct 2019 11:15:00 -0000 Mary Seacole full 136 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Mary Seacole didn't let the open ocean stop her, nor fire, war, discrimination or bureaucracy. She made *several* places for herself in a world that tried to shut her down, building a business while caring for thousands of soldiers with herbs, a hand on their foreheads, and a full heart. Mary Seacole didn't let the open ocean stop her, nor fire, war, discrimination or bureaucracy. She made *several* places for herself in a world that tried to shut her down, building a business while caring for thousands of soldiers with herbs, a hand on their foreheads, and a full heart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mary Seacole didn't let the open ocean stop her, nor fire, war, discrimination or bureaucracy. She made *several* places for herself in a world that tried to shut her down, building a business while caring for thousands of soldiers with herbs, a hand on their foreheads, and a full heart.

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]]> 6386 no Louise Brooks Louise Brooks made bridge-burning her hobby; as a result, this almost-forgotten star of stage and screen has only recently begun to shine again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 17 Sep 2019 10:38:00 -0000 Louise Brooks full 135 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Louise Brooks made bridge-burning her hobby; as a result, this almost-forgotten star of stage and screen has only recently begun to shine again. Louise Brooks made bridge-burning her hobby; as a result, this almost-forgotten star of stage and screen has only recently begun to shine again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Louise Brooks made bridge-burning her hobby; as a result, this almost-forgotten star of stage and screen has only recently begun to shine again.

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]]> 8607 no Gilded Age Servants and Heiresses, Revisited We double time travel back to the Gilded Age and The House of Wood, 2011, for this combined revisit to look at the lives of servants and heiresses who shared a roof but whose lives were very, very different. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 02 Sep 2019 21:34:00 -0000 Gilded Age Servants and Heiresses, Revisited full 134 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Dazzling Gilded Age heiresses and the servants who kept their houses running and in pristine condition. We double time travel back to the Gilded Age and The House of Wood, 2011, for this combined revisit to look at the lives of servants and heiresses who shared a roof but whose lives were very, very different. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We double time travel back to the Gilded Age and The House of Wood, 2011, for this combined revisit to look at the lives of servants and heiresses who shared a roof but whose lives were very, very different.

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]]> 5152 no Isabella of Castile Part 2 We wrap up the story of Isabella of Castile with a few more of her long-lasting legacies (including supercharging the role of the queen in the game of chess) and the dispersal of her own pawns on the marital chessboard of Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 20 Aug 2019 05:40:00 -0000 Isabella of Castile Part 2 full 133 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We wrap up the story of Isabella of Castile with a few more of her long-lasting legacies (including supercharging the role of the queen in the game of chess) and the dispersal of her own pawns on the marital chessboard of Europe. We wrap up the story of Isabella of Castile with a few more of her long-lasting legacies (including supercharging the role of the queen in the game of chess) and the dispersal of her own pawns on the marital chessboard of Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We wrap up the story of Isabella of Castile with a few more of her long-lasting legacies (including supercharging the role of the queen in the game of chess) and the dispersal of her own pawns on the marital chessboard of Europe.

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]]> 3892 no Isabella of Castile Part 1 Never before have we covered a woman with such far reaching influence. This determined woman began by pulling off a coup, then branched out into such far reaching endeavors as the Spanish Inquisition, the settlement of the Americas, and transforming the queen (in chess and in life) into the most powerful piece on the board. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Aug 2019 09:41:00 -0000 Isabella of Castile Part 1 full 132 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Never before have we covered a woman with such far reaching influence. This determined woman began by pulling off a coup, then branched out into such far reaching endeavors as the Spanish Inquisition, the settlement of the Americas, and transforming the queen (in chess and in life) into the most powerful piece on the board. Never before have we covered a woman with such far reaching influence. This determined woman began by pulling off a coup, then branched out into such far reaching endeavors as the Spanish Inquisition, the settlement of the Americas, and transforming the queen (in chess and in life) into the most powerful piece on the board. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Never before have we covered a woman with such far reaching influence. This determined woman began by pulling off a coup, then branched out into such far reaching endeavors as the Spanish Inquisition, the settlement of the Americas, and transforming the queen (in chess and in life) into the most powerful piece on the board.

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]]> 4215 no Seven Women Revisited We revisit the lives of seven women with amazing stories including Hedy Lamarr and Judy Garland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 23 Jul 2019 04:36:00 -0000 Seven Women Revisited full 131 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Short conversations about seven colorful historical women We revisit the lives of seven women with amazing stories including Hedy Lamarr and Judy Garland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We revisit the lives of seven women with amazing stories including Hedy Lamarr and Judy Garland

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]]> 4442 no Joan of Arc Joan of Arc, Jeannette, Jean, The Maid, La Pucelle, Hero, Heretic, Visionary, Lunatic…that’s a lot of names and titles for a teenage girl who is remembered for events from only a short period of her life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 09 Jul 2019 02:00:32 -0000 Joan of Arc full 130 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Joan of Arc, Jeannette, Jean, The Maid, La Pucelle, Hero, Heretic, Visionary, Lunatic…that’s a lot of names and titles for a teenage girl who is remembered for events from only a short period of her life. Joan of Arc, Jeannette, Jean, The Maid, La Pucelle, Hero, Heretic, Visionary, Lunatic…that’s a lot of names and titles for a teenage girl who is remembered for events from only a short period of her life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Joan of Arc, Jeannette, Jean, The Maid, La Pucelle, Hero, Heretic, Visionary, Lunatic…that’s a lot of names and titles for a teenage girl who is remembered for events from only a short period of her life.

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]]> 5041 no Elizebeth Friedman "America's first female cryptanalyst" only hints at the contributions of this codebreaking war hero. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 01 Jul 2019 20:12:53 -0000 Elizebeth Friedman full 129 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE "America's first female cryptanalyst" only hints at the contributions of this codebreaking war hero. "America's first female cryptanalyst" only hints at the contributions of this codebreaking war hero. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "America's first female cryptanalyst" only hints at the contributions of this codebreaking war hero.

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]]> 4894 no Charlotte Brontë Charlotte Brontë didn't let her circumstances and the discouragement of others stand in the way of her goal of becoming a published author; she got knocked down over and over before she was able to present the world with one of the most beloved heroines in literary history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 18 Jun 2019 07:59:19 -0000 Charlotte Brontë full 128 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Charlotte Brontë didn't let her circumstances and the discouragement of others stand in the way of her goal of becoming a published author; she got knocked down over and over before she was able to present the world with one of the most beloved heroines in literary history. Charlotte Brontë didn't let her circumstances and the discouragement of others stand in the way of her goal of becoming a published author; she got knocked down over and over before she was able to present the world with one of the most beloved heroines in literary history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Charlotte Brontë didn't let her circumstances and the discouragement of others stand in the way of her goal of becoming a published author; she got knocked down over and over before she was able to present the world with one of the most beloved heroines in literary history.

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]]> 7269 no Live from PodX! During the PodX Podcast Convention this month, we did a live show in which we explained the ways that the women of the past taught us valuable lessons about our craft... and about ourselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 03 Jun 2019 04:30:00 -0000 Live from PodX! full 127 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE uring the PodX Podcast Convention this month, we did a live show in which we explained the ways that the women of the past taught us valuable lessons about our craft... and about ourselves. During the PodX Podcast Convention this month, we did a live show in which we explained the ways that the women of the past taught us valuable lessons about our craft... and about ourselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices During the PodX Podcast Convention this month, we did a live show in which we explained the ways that the women of the past taught us valuable lessons about our craft... and about ourselves.

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]]> 2017 no Lydia Pinkham 2019 Women's health is in the news this year - and historically speaking, women have always had to fight for proper care. Lydia Pinkham turned some herbs (and a wee bit of alcohol) into an empire, while advancing the progress of women's education about their own well-being. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 19 May 2019 00:32:58 -0000 Lydia Pinkham 2019 full 126 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Women's health is in the news this year - and historically speaking, women have always had to fight for proper care. Lydia Pinkham turned some herbs (and a wee bit of alcohol) into an empire, while advancing the progress of women's education about their own well-being. Women's health is in the news this year - and historically speaking, women have always had to fight for proper care. Lydia Pinkham turned some herbs (and a wee bit of alcohol) into an empire, while advancing the progress of women's education about their own well-being. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Women's health is in the news this year - and historically speaking, women have always had to fight for proper care. Lydia Pinkham turned some herbs (and a wee bit of alcohol) into an empire, while advancing the progress of women's education about their own well-being.

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]]> 3553 no Babe Didrikson Zaharias Babe's colorful personality, drive, and athleticism made her a role model for girls around the globe as an Olympian and multi-sport, professional athlete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 07 May 2019 00:10:00 -0000 Babe Didrikson Zaharias full 125 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Babe's colorful personality, drive, and athleticism made her a role model for girls around the globe as an Olympian and multi-sport, professional athlete. Babe's colorful personality, drive, and athleticism made her a role model for girls around the globe as an Olympian and multi-sport, professional athlete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Babe's colorful personality, drive, and athleticism made her a role model for girls around the globe as an Olympian and multi-sport, professional athlete.

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]]> 7916 no Mary Anning Twelve year old Mary Anning pulled a dinosaur out of a cliff, and set off a firestorm of philosophy and science that never seemed to include her, somehow. From the Loch Ness Monster to Jurassic Park, the world would never be the same. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 20 Apr 2019 12:30:00 -0000 Mary Anning full 124 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Twelve year old Mary Anning pulled a dinosaur out of a cliff, and set off a firestorm of philosophy and science that never seemed to include her, somehow. From the Loch Ness Monster to Jurassic Park, the world would never be the same. Twelve year old Mary Anning pulled a dinosaur out of a cliff, and set off a firestorm of philosophy and science that never seemed to include her, somehow. From the Loch Ness Monster to Jurassic Park, the world would never be the same. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Twelve year old Mary Anning pulled a dinosaur out of a cliff, and set off a firestorm of philosophy and science that never seemed to include her, somehow. From the Loch Ness Monster to Jurassic Park, the world would never be the same.

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]]> 5593 no Annie Londonderry Was Annie Londonderry a flim-flam artist or a true pioneer? Her trip around the world on a bicycle may have been controversial - but she was always up for both an adventure and a tall tale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 06 Apr 2019 22:24:00 -0000 Annie Londonderry full 123 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Was Annie Londonderry a flim-flam artist or a true pioneer? Her trip around the world on a bicycle may have been controversial - but she was always up for both an adventure and a tall tale. Was Annie Londonderry a flim-flam artist or a true pioneer? Her trip around the world on a bicycle may have been controversial - but she was always up for both an adventure and a tall tale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Was Annie Londonderry a flim-flam artist or a true pioneer? Her trip around the world on a bicycle may have been controversial - but she was always up for both an adventure and a tall tale.

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]]> 5732 no Ching Shih Ching Shih was the terror of the seas during the Qing Dynasty in China. Although she was the most powerful and successful pirate in history, most of her story is yet to be fully discovered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 24 Mar 2019 03:16:00 -0000 Ching Shih full 122 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Ching Shih was the terror of the seas during the Qing Dynasty in China. Although she was the most powerful and successful pirate in history, most of her story is yet to be fully discovered. Ching Shih was the terror of the seas during the Qing Dynasty in China. Although she was the most powerful and successful pirate in history, most of her story is yet to be fully discovered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ching Shih was the terror of the seas during the Qing Dynasty in China. Although she was the most powerful and successful pirate in history, most of her story is yet to be fully discovered.

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]]> 4610 no Audrey Hepburn (Part 2) We'll talk about Audrey Hepburn's entertainment career, which gave people joy all over the world. But it was her humanitarian work with UNICEF which made her a true star. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 09 Mar 2019 22:55:00 -0000 Audrey Hepburn (Part 2) full 121 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We'll talk about Audrey Hepburn's entertainment career, which gave people joy all over the world. But it was her humanitarian work with UNICEF which made her a true star. We'll talk about Audrey Hepburn's entertainment career, which gave people joy all over the world. But it was her humanitarian work with UNICEF which made her a true star. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We'll talk about Audrey Hepburn's entertainment career, which gave people joy all over the world. But it was her humanitarian work with UNICEF which made her a true star.

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]]> 5111 no Audrey Hepburn (Part 1) Audrey Hepburn was born a child of privilege and became a child of war. Although she reached superstar status in Hollywood, she became a shining example of the best of humanity through her work with UNICEF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 25 Feb 2019 00:37:00 -0000 Audrey Hepburn (Part 1) full 120 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Audrey Hepburn was born a child of privilege and became a child of war. Although she reached superstar status in Hollywood, she became a shining example of the best of humanity through her work with UNICEF. Audrey Hepburn was born a child of privilege and became a child of war. Although she reached superstar status in Hollywood, she became a shining example of the best of humanity through her work with UNICEF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Audrey Hepburn was born a child of privilege and became a child of war. Although she reached superstar status in Hollywood, she became a shining example of the best of humanity through her work with UNICEF.

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]]> 5185 no Phillis Wheatley Born in Africa and transported as a slave to America, this Revolutionary War era poet became the darling of London and charmed notable figures of American history along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 11 Feb 2019 06:35:52 -0000 Phillis Wheatley full 119 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Born in Africa and transported as a slave to America, this Revolutionary War era poet became the darling of London and charmed notable figures of American history along the way. Born in Africa and transported as a slave to America, this Revolutionary War era poet became the darling of London and charmed notable figures of American history along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Born in Africa and transported as a slave to America, this Revolutionary War era poet became the darling of London and charmed notable figures of American history along the way.

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]]> 5223 no Elizabeth Bathory One of the world's most prolific serial killers... basically lives up to the hype.  The only thing we can clear her of is her gruesome bathing practices! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 27 Jan 2019 22:52:46 -0000 Elizabeth Bathory full 118 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE One of the world's most prolific serial killers... basically lives up to the hype. The only thing we can clear her of is her gruesome bathing practices! One of the world's most prolific serial killers... basically lives up to the hype.  The only thing we can clear her of is her gruesome bathing practices! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices One of the world's most prolific serial killers... basically lives up to the hype. 

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]]> 4986 no Harriet Tubman Most grade school kids will tell you that Harriet Tubman was an escaped slave and conductor on the Underground Railroad which is a great start--but she was so much more! A nurse, a spy, a military leader, a public speaker, a humanitarian, a wife and mother who did everything in her power to keep her family together...and she did it all with a traumatic brain injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 06 Jan 2019 05:45:36 -0000 Harriet Tubman full 117 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Most grade school kids will tell you that Harriet Tubman was an escaped slave and conductor on the Underground Railroad which is a great start--but she was so much more! A nurse, a spy, a military leader, a public speaker, a humanitarian, a wife and mother who did everything in her power to keep her family together...and she did it all with a traumatic brain injury. Most grade school kids will tell you that Harriet Tubman was an escaped slave and conductor on the Underground Railroad which is a great start--but she was so much more! A nurse, a spy, a military leader, a public speaker, a humanitarian, a wife and mother who did everything in her power to keep her family together...and she did it all with a traumatic brain injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Most grade school kids will tell you that Harriet Tubman was an escaped slave and conductor on the Underground Railroad which is a great start--but she was so much more! A nurse, a spy, a military leader, a public speaker, a humanitarian, a wife and mother who did everything in her power to keep her family together...and she did it all with a traumatic brain injury.

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]]> 6323 no Barbie Barbie has inspired generations of children in her 59 years, always representing the historically novel idea that women have choices in their lives. She's both an icon and a record of just how far we've come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 15 Dec 2018 18:01:00 -0000 Barbie full 116 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Barbie has inspired generations of children in her 59 years, always representing the historically novel idea that women have choices in their lives. She's both an icon and a record of just how far we've come. Barbie has inspired generations of children in her 59 years, always representing the historically novel idea that women have choices in their lives. She's both an icon and a record of just how far we've come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Barbie has inspired generations of children in her 59 years, always representing the historically novel idea that women have choices in their lives. She's both an icon and a record of just how far we've come.

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]]> 5748 no Belle Starr and Calamity Jane "Belle Starr" and "Calamity Jane" aren't even their given names!  We separate fact from fabrication in our coverage of these famous women of the Wild West.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 27 Nov 2018 01:22:45 -0000 Belle Starr and Calamity Jane full 115 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE "Belle Starr" and "Calamity Jane" aren't even their given names! We separate fact from fabrication in our coverage of these famous women of the Wild West. "Belle Starr" and "Calamity Jane" aren't even their given names!  We separate fact from fabrication in our coverage of these famous women of the Wild West.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 5009 no Anne Frank Even though her life was a short one, Anne Frank's account of her turbulent times has provided inspiration for millions of people all over the world.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 09 Nov 2018 15:24:14 -0000 Anne Frank full 114 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Even though her life was a short one, Anne Frank's account of her turbulent times has provided inspiration for millions of people all over the world. Even though her life was a short one, Anne Frank's account of her turbulent times has provided inspiration for millions of people all over the world.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 8346 no Jane Addams (Part 2) Jane's life of far-reaching social service and her work for peace didn't prevent her from being called "America's most dangerous woman." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 13 Oct 2018 04:00:00 -0000 Jane Addams (Part 2) full 113 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Jane's life of far-reaching social service and her work for peace didn't prevent her from being called "America's most dangerous woman." Jane's life of far-reaching social service and her work for peace didn't prevent her from being called "America's most dangerous woman." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4556 no Jane Addams (Part 1) Later known as "The Mother of Social Work", Jane Addams took a circuitous route to find her life's calling.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 23 Sep 2018 03:00:00 -0000 Jane Addams (Part 1) full 112 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Later known as "The Mother of Social Work", Jane Addams took a circuitous route to find her life's calling. Later known as "The Mother of Social Work", Jane Addams took a circuitous route to find her life's calling.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4614 no Clara Barton Revisited and Refreshed The life of Clara Barton was so full of humanitarian accomplishments it's worthy of another, refreshed, look. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 02 Sep 2018 00:14:32 -0000 Clara Barton Revisited and Refreshed full 111 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The life of Clara Barton was so full of humanitarian accomplishments it's worthy of another, refreshed, look. The life of Clara Barton was so full of humanitarian accomplishments it's worthy of another, refreshed, look. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4034 no Georgia O'Keeffe Georgia O'Keeffe is known as the mother of Modernism; she created a vast body of work, always finding a novel way to express what he wanted to say through her art. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 11 Aug 2018 04:00:00 -0000 Georgia O'Keeffe full 110 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Georgia O'Keeffe is known as the mother of Modernism; she created a vast body of work, always finding a novel way to express what he wanted to say through her art. Georgia O'Keeffe is known as the mother of Modernism; she created a vast body of work, always finding a novel way to express what he wanted to say through her art. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 8560 no Grace O'Malley Grainne Ui Mhaille (Grace O'Malley) was a terror of the open seas; living her life on her own terms during a turbulent time in her country. She defied society and carved out a niche for herself, but it was her meeting with Queen Elizabeth in 1593 that cemented her place in history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 22 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0000 Grace O'Malley full 109 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Grainne Ui Mhaille (Grace O'Malley) was a terror of the open seas; living her life on her own terms during a turbulent time in her country. Grainne Ui Mhaille (Grace O'Malley) was a terror of the open seas; living her life on her own terms during a turbulent time in her country. She defied society and carved out a niche for herself, but it was her meeting with Queen Elizabeth in 1593 that cemented her place in history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 5372 no The Statue of Liberty The life of an American icon from her birth at a French dinner table to her place in the hearts of people all over the world.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 01 Jul 2018 02:00:00 -0000 The Statue of Liberty full 108 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The life of an American icon from her birth at a French dinner table to her place in the hearts of people all over the world. The life of an American icon from her birth at a French dinner table to her place in the hearts of people all over the world.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 6737 no Mary Pickford Mary Pickford was so much more than an adorable head of hair. She was a hard-headed businesswoman who broke new ground in a brand new industry - the movies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 11 Jun 2018 08:49:02 -0000 Mary Pickford full 107 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Mary Pickford was so much more than an adorable head of hair. She was a hard-headed businesswoman who broke new ground in a brand new industry - the movies. Mary Pickford was so much more than an adorable head of hair. She was a hard-headed businesswoman who broke new ground in a brand new industry - the movies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 8639 no Beatrix Potter Revisited and Refreshed We take a look back at one of our most delightful subjects with a remastered classic episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 19 May 2018 23:00:00 -0000 Beatrix Potter Revisited and Refreshed full 106 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We take a look back at one of our most delightful subjects with a remastered classic episode. We take a look back at one of our most delightful subjects with a remastered classic episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 6320 no Dowager Empress Cixi of China The story of a Chinese concubine who rose to power from behind a curtain of yellow silk.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 29 Apr 2018 04:00:00 -0000 Dowager Empress Cixi of China full 105 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The story of a Chinese concubine who rose to power from behind a curtain of yellow silk. The story of a Chinese concubine who rose to power from behind a curtain of yellow silk.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 7174 no Louisa May Alcott Louisa May Alcott fictionalized (and sanitized) her childhood reality in her novel Little Women; she left out life in a commune, starvation, 19th century action thriller stories, and becoming the family breadwinner at a young age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 09 Apr 2018 02:50:02 -0000 Louisa May Alcott full 104 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Louisa May Alcott fictionalized (and sanitized) her childhood reality in her novel Little Women; she left out life in a commune, starvation, 19th century action thriller stories, and becoming the family breadwinner at a young age. Louisa May Alcott fictionalized (and sanitized) her childhood reality in her novel Little Women; she left out life in a commune, starvation, 19th century action thriller stories, and becoming the family breadwinner at a young age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 7333 no Ada Lovelace Ada Lovelace was the world's first computer programmer long before computers existed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 17 Mar 2018 22:40:51 -0000 Ada Lovelace full 103 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Ada Lovelace was the world's first computer programmer long before computers existed! Ada Lovelace was the world's first computer programmer long before computers existed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 6032 no Jackie Kennedy Onassis (Part 2) Jackie's life was far from over after her husband's assassination; in some ways, it had only just begun.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 24 Feb 2018 05:00:00 -0000 Jackie Kennedy Onassis (Part 2) full 102 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Jackie's life was far from over after her husband's assassination; in some ways, it had only just begun. Jackie's life was far from over after her husband's assassination; in some ways, it had only just begun.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 6251 no Jackie Kennedy Onassis (Part 1) Jackie Kennedy changed the cultural outlook of the United States during her brief role as First Lady.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Feb 2018 05:00:00 -0000 Jackie Kennedy Onassis (Part 1) full 101 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Jackie Kennedy changed the cultural outlook of the United States during her brief role as First Lady. Jackie Kennedy changed the cultural outlook of the United States during her brief role as First Lady.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 6404 no A Celebration of 100 Episodes We're celebrating our 100th full-length episode and our 7th year by taking a trip back to visit some women and moments that we will never forget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 14 Jan 2018 05:00:00 -0000 A Celebration of 100 Episodes full 100 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We're celebrating our 100th full-length episode and our 7th year by taking a trip back to visit some women and moments that we will never forget. We're celebrating our 100th full-length episode and our 7th year by taking a trip back to visit some women and moments that we will never forget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 3412 no Pocahontas Pocahontas did save lives... just not the way (or the one) that you've been taught. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 24 Dec 2017 02:22:00 -0000 Pocahontas full 99 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Pocahontas did save lives... just not the way (or the one) that you've been taught. Pocahontas did save lives... just not the way (or the one) that you've been taught. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4368 no Mrs. Claus - A Short History of an Undersung Hero Once upon a time, Santa was a bachelor. But over the years, the folklore grew to include his wife, a beloved character of modern Christmas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 11 Dec 2017 19:25:00 -0000 Mrs. Claus - A Short History of an Undersung Hero full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The folklore of Santa grew to include a wife who became a beloved character of modern Christmas. Once upon a time, Santa was a bachelor. But over the years, the folklore grew to include his wife, a beloved character of modern Christmas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 742 no Coco Chanel Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel not only reinvented women's clothing and accessories, she reinvented herself, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 05 Dec 2017 17:00:00 -0000 Coco Chanel full 98 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel not only reinvented women's clothing and accessories, she reinvented herself, too. Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel not only reinvented women's clothing and accessories, she reinvented herself, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 6280 no Queen Lili'uokalani She was the first Queen to rule and the last monarch of the Kingdom of Hawaii, but Queen Lili'uokalani's story is the story of Hawaii.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 12 Nov 2017 04:10:00 -0000 Queen Lili'uokalani full 97 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE She was the first Queen to rule and the last monarch of the Kingdom of Hawaii, but Queen Lili'uokalani's story is the story of Hawaii. She was the first Queen to rule and the last monarch of the Kingdom of Hawaii, but Queen Lili'uokalani's story is the story of Hawaii.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices She was the first Queen to rule and the last monarch of the Kingdom of Hawaii, but Queen Lili'uokalani's story is the story of Hawaii. 

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]]> 6096 no Sojourner Truth She was a slave, a freewoman, a preacher, a speaker, an abolitionist and a women's rights advocate in the Civil War era United States. Like a lot of women's history, Sojourner's truth may have been edited in history, but we can help to set it right.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 21 Oct 2017 16:00:00 -0000 Sojourner Truth full 96 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE She was a slave, a freewoman, a preacher, a speaker, an abolitionist and a women's rights advocate in the Civil War era United States. She was a slave, a freewoman, a preacher, a speaker, an abolitionist and a women's rights advocate in the Civil War era United States. Like a lot of women's history, Sojourner's truth may have been edited in history, but we can help to set it right.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices She was a slave, a freewoman, a preacher, a speaker, an abolitionist and a women's rights advocate in the Civil War era United States. Like a lot of women's history, Sojourner's truth may have been edited in history, but we can help to set it right. 

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]]> 7671 no Hypatia of Alexandria Hypatia was a mathematician, philosopher and astronomer who transcended gender barriers in the waning years of the Roman Empire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 30 Sep 2017 20:47:56 -0000 Hypatia of Alexandria full 95 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Hypatia was a mathematician, philosopher and astronomer who transcended gender barriers in the waning years of the Roman Empire. Hypatia was a mathematician, philosopher and astronomer who transcended gender barriers in the waning years of the Roman Empire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4018 no Wallis Simpson (Part 2) Wallis Simpson's husband abdicated the throne to marry her, but how did her happily ever after work out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 09 Sep 2017 16:00:00 -0000 Wallis Simpson (Part 2) full 94 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Wallis Simpson's husband abdicated the throne to marry her, but how did her happily ever after work out? Wallis Simpson's husband abdicated the throne to marry her, but how did her happily ever after work out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wallis Simpson's husband abdicated the throne to marry her, but how did her happily ever after work out?

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]]> 6659 no Wallis Simpson (Part 1) Puppet? Manipulating social climber? Misunderstood? Deeply in love? However you see her, the fact remains that a king abdicated his throne, defied his family and lived in exile to marry twice divorced American socialite Wallis Simpson.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 20 Aug 2017 21:00:00 -0000 Wallis Simpson (Part 1) full 93 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Puppet? Manipulating social climber? Misunderstood? Deeply in love? However you see her, the fact remains that a king abdicated his throne, defied his family and lived in exile to marry twice divorced American socialite Wallis Simpson. Puppet? Manipulating social climber? Misunderstood? Deeply in love? However you see her, the fact remains that a king abdicated his throne, defied his family and lived in exile to marry twice divorced American socialite Wallis Simpson.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Puppet? Manipulating social climber? Misunderstood? Deeply in love? However you see her, the fact remains that a king abdicated his throne, defied his family and lived in exile to marry twice divorced American socialite Wallis Simpson. 

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]]> 5381 no Annie Oakley This famous sharpshooter surprised and delighted audiences all over the world with her skill and showmanship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 29 Jul 2017 22:14:38 -0000 Annie Oakley full 92 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE This famous sharpshooter surprised and delighted audiences all over the world with her skill and showmanship. This famous sharpshooter surprised and delighted audiences all over the world with her skill and showmanship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This famous sharpshooter surprised and delighted audiences all over the world with her skill and showmanship.

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]]> 4385 no Emily Post Emily Post? All she did was write a book about etiquette? Ahhh, no. She did more, a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 08 Jul 2017 16:00:00 -0000 Emily Post full 91 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Emily Post? All she did was write a book about etiquette? Ahhh, no. She did more, a lot more. Emily Post? All she did was write a book about etiquette? Ahhh, no. She did more, a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 6143 no Anne with an E Recap - Episode 7 "Wherever you are is my home." We recap the last episode of Season One of this series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 01 Jul 2017 22:02:00 -0000 Anne with an E Recap - Episode 7 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE "Wherever you are is my home." We recap the last episode of Season One of this series "Wherever you are is my home." We recap the last episode of Season One of this series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 5392 no Anne with an E Recap - Episode 6 "Remorse is the Poison of Life" Sounds cheery, right? We were crying because of snowflakes and hair ribbons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 23 Jun 2017 04:00:00 -0000 Anne with an E Recap - Episode 6 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE "Remorse is the Poison of Life" Sounds cheery, right?  We were crying because of snowflakes and hair ribbons. "Remorse is the Poison of Life" Sounds cheery, right? We were crying because of snowflakes and hair ribbons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "Remorse is the Poison of Life" Sounds cheery, right? We were crying because of snowflakes and hair ribbons.

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]]> 5530 no Anne with an E Recap - Episode 5 Anne with an E Recap - Episode 5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 19 Jun 2017 04:00:00 -0000 Anne with an E Recap - Episode 5 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Anne with an E Recap - Episode 5 Anne with an E Recap - Episode 5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Anne with an E Recap - Episode 5

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]]> 5966 no Q&A, 2017 Our third not-quite-annual question and answer episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 17 Jun 2017 16:00:00 -0000 Q&A, 2017 full 90 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Our third not-quite-annual question and answer episode. Our third not-quite-annual question and answer episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Our third not-quite-annual question and answer episode.

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]]> 6485 no Anne with an E Recap - Episode 4 An Inward Treasure Born - Anne and Marilla are both challenged to identify their roles as women and Anne does a brave job no man stepped up to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 10 Jun 2017 00:36:57 -0000 Anne with an E Recap - Episode 4 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE An Inward Treasure Born - Anne and Marilla are both challenged to identify their roles as women and Anne does a brave job no man stepped up to do. An Inward Treasure Born - Anne and Marilla are both challenged to identify their roles as women and Anne does a brave job no man stepped up to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices An Inward Treasure Born - Anne and Marilla are both challenged to identify their roles as women and Anne does a brave job no man stepped up to do.

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]]> 5585 no Anne with an E Recap - Episode 3 Life is harder than any orphan or parent imagines...even meeting your future husband isn't as romantical as you would expect, it's all part of life's transitions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 02 Jun 2017 05:00:00 -0000 Anne with an E Recap - Episode 3 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Life is harder than any orphan or parent imagines...even meeting your future husband isn't as romantical as you would expect, it's all part of life's transitions. Life is harder than any orphan or parent imagines...even meeting your future husband isn't as romantical as you would expect, it's all part of life's transitions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4671 no Marie Laveau How much of the New Orleans Voodoo Queen's legend is myth? (Hint: A lot) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 27 May 2017 17:00:00 -0000 Marie Laveau full 89 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE How much of the New Orleans Voodoo Queen's legend is myth? (Hint: A lot) How much of the New Orleans Voodoo Queen's legend is myth? (Hint: A lot) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4993 no Anne with an E Recap - Episode 2 We recap the episode of Anne with an "E" that best displays the scriptwriter's scope of imagination--book loyalists be warned. We argue about radishes, recipes, and the voices in Anne's head.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 20 May 2017 01:29:00 -0000 Anne with an E Recap - Episode 2 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We recap the episode of Anne with an "E" that best displays the scriptwriter's scope of imagination--book loyalists be warned. We argue about radishes, recipes, and the voices in Anne's head.  We recap the episode of Anne with an "E" that best displays the scriptwriter's scope of imagination--book loyalists be warned. We argue about radishes, recipes, and the voices in Anne's head.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We recap the episode of Anne with an "E" that best displays the scriptwriter's scope of imagination--book loyalists be warned. We argue about radishes, recipes, and the voices in Anne's head. 

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]]> 5259 no Anne with an E Recap : Episode 1 Our first recap of the new Anne of Green Gables adaptation, the Netflix show "Anne with an E" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 12 May 2017 08:00:00 -0000 Anne with an E Recap : Episode 1 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Our first recap of the new Anne of Green Gables adaptation, the Netflix show "Anne with an E" Our first recap of the new Anne of Green Gables adaptation, the Netflix show "Anne with an E" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 6981 no Lucy Maud Montgomery She created Anne of Green Gables and wrote her way into all of our hearts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 06 May 2017 18:57:19 -0000 Lucy Maud Montgomery full 88 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE She created Anne of Green Gables and wrote her way into all of our hearts. She created Anne of Green Gables and wrote her way into all of our hearts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices She created Anne of Green Gables and wrote her way into all of our hearts.

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]]> 6918 no Eleanor of Aquitaine (Part 2) We left Eleanor right after her divorce from her first husband and mysteriously married to her second in just a few weeks time. We cover how that happened and all the other twists and turns in the very long life of this 12th century Queen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 15 Apr 2017 16:00:00 -0000 Eleanor of Aquitaine (Part 2) full 87 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We left Eleanor right after her divorce from her first husband and mysteriously married to her second in just a few weeks time. We cover how that happened and all the other twists and turns in the very long life of this 12th century Queen. We left Eleanor right after her divorce from her first husband and mysteriously married to her second in just a few weeks time. We cover how that happened and all the other twists and turns in the very long life of this 12th century Queen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 5593 no Eleanor of Aquitaine (Part 1) She was the Queen of France, the Queen of England, the mother of royalty, gave us a long life of ruling to talk about, and she was the winner of our last Guaranteed Content Poll. Excellent choice! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 26 Mar 2017 03:51:26 -0000 Eleanor of Aquitaine (Part 1) full 86 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE She was the Queen of France, the Queen of England, the mother of royalty, gave us a long life of ruling to talk about, and she was the winner of our last Guaranteed Content Poll. Excellent choice! She was the Queen of France, the Queen of England, the mother of royalty, gave us a long life of ruling to talk about, and she was the winner of our last Guaranteed Content Poll. Excellent choice! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4624 no Artemisia Gentileschi Being known as one of the greatest Baroque painters wasn't easy, but overcoming life obstacles that should have held her down only made her accomplishments that much greater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 05 Mar 2017 03:01:00 -0000 Artemisia Gentileschi full 85 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Being known as one of the greatest Baroque painters wasn't easy, but overcoming life obstacles that should have held her down only made her accomplishments that much greater. Being known as one of the greatest Baroque painters wasn't easy, but overcoming life obstacles that should have held her down only made her accomplishments that much greater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Being known as one of the greatest Baroque painters wasn't easy, but overcoming life obstacles that should have held her down only made her accomplishments that much greater.

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]]> 5434 no Ida B. Wells Ida Wells worked as a pioneering journalist and activist who campaigned for anti-lynching legislation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 11 Feb 2017 22:40:07 -0000 Ida B. Wells full 84 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Ida Wells worked as a pioneering journalist and activist who campaigned for anti-lynching legislation. Ida Wells worked as a pioneering journalist and activist who campaigned for anti-lynching legislation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ida Wells worked as a pioneering journalist and activist who campaigned for anti-lynching legislation.

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]]> 4229 no Lucille Ball (Part 2) Lucille's life after the premiere of I Love Lucy was nothing anyone could have predicted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 29 Jan 2017 06:13:24 -0000 Lucille Ball (Part 2) full 83 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Lucille's life after the premiere of I Love Lucy was nothing anyone could have predicted. Lucille's life after the premiere of I Love Lucy was nothing anyone could have predicted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Lucille's life after the premiere of I Love Lucy was nothing anyone could have predicted.

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]]> 5396 no Lucille Ball (Part 1) Lucille Ball had a long climb up (and down) before she made history when I love Lucy debuted in 1951, and we cover those struggles and successes in this episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:26:34 -0000 Lucille Ball (Part 1) full 82 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Lucille Ball had a long climb up (and down) before she made history when I love Lucy debuted in 1951, and we cover those struggles and successes in this episode. Lucille Ball had a long climb up (and down) before she made history when I love Lucy debuted in 1951, and we cover those struggles and successes in this episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4675 no Mulan Mulan's story of her days as a Chinese warrior had simple beginnings and a whole lot of lasting power!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 10 Dec 2016 21:54:38 -0000 Mulan full 81 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Mulan's story of her days as a Chinese warrior had simple beginnings and a whole lot of lasting power! Mulan's story of her days as a Chinese warrior had simple beginnings and a whole lot of lasting power!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 5606 no Queen Nzinga The story of this powerful, 17th century African ruler was far from an ordinary Princess to Queen tale.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 23 Nov 2016 00:49:25 -0000 Queen Nzinga full 80 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The story of this powerful, 17th century African ruler was far from an ordinary Princess to Queen tale. The story of this powerful, 17th century African ruler was far from an ordinary Princess to Queen tale.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The story of this powerful, 17th century African ruler was far from an ordinary Princess to Queen tale. 

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]]> 3239 no Lizzie Borden, Revisited Is there a better time to revisit our favorite Victorian More-Than-Likely Murderess, Lizzie Borden, than right now? We think not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 30 Oct 2016 03:39:27 -0000 Lizzie Borden, Revisited full 79 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Is there a better time to revisit our favorite Victorian More-Than-Likely Murderess, Lizzie Borden, than right now? We think not. Is there a better time to revisit our favorite Victorian More-Than-Likely Murderess, Lizzie Borden, than right now? We think not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 3714 no Shirley Chisholm We wrap up our short series of "women who ran for the US Presidency before Hillary Clinton" with Shirley Chisholm! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 Oct 2016 21:43:00 -0000 Shirley Chisholm full 78 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We wrap up our short series of "women who ran for the US Presidency before Hillary Clinton" with Shirley Chisholm! We wrap up our short series of "women who ran for the US Presidency before Hillary Clinton" with Shirley Chisholm! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2699 no Belva Lockwood We continue our series of female Presidential candidates with Belva Lockwood, the woman who many regard as the first “legitimate” female nominee for the office, with groundbreaking campaigns in 1884 and 1888. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 23 Oct 2016 08:24:01 -0000 Belva Lockwood full 77 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We continue our series of female Presidential candidates with Belva Lockwood, the woman who many regard as the first “legitimate” female nominee for the office., with groundbreaking campaigns in 1884 and 1888. We continue our series of female Presidential candidates with Belva Lockwood, the woman who many regard as the first “legitimate” female nominee for the office, with groundbreaking campaigns in 1884 and 1888. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We continue our series of female Presidential candidates with Belva Lockwood, the woman who many regard as the first “legitimate” female nominee for the office, with groundbreaking campaigns in 1884 and 1888.

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]]> 1764 no Victoria Woodhull Victoria Woodhull crafted a life for herself from pretty raw materials. She traveled from an abusive childhood to a very aristocratic end...  and in the middle, was the first woman to run for the American Presidency. In 1872.  She was a woman ahead of her time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 09 Oct 2016 11:01:59 -0000 Victoria Woodhull full 76 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Victoria Woodhull crafted a life for herself from pretty raw materials. She traveled from an abusive childhood to a very aristocratic end... and in the middle, was the first woman to run for the American Presidency. In 1872. She was a woman ahead of her time. Victoria Woodhull crafted a life for herself from pretty raw materials. She traveled from an abusive childhood to a very aristocratic end...  and in the middle, was the first woman to run for the American Presidency. In 1872.  She was a woman ahead of her time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 7270 no Marie Curie (Part 2) The second half of Marie's life was spent without Pierre but focused on a mission to apply science to help all humanity even while non-science drama swirled about her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 18 Sep 2016 05:32:44 -0000 Marie Curie (Part 2) full 75 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The second half of Marie's life was spent without Pierre but focused on a mission to apply science to help all humanity even while non-science drama swirled about her. The second half of Marie's life was spent without Pierre but focused on a mission to apply science to help all humanity even while non-science drama swirled about her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 5256 no Marie Curie (Part 1) A lot of people only know Marie Curie as a woman who won a Nobel prize (or two...spoilers) but that's just a small part of the life of this physicist, wife and mother. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 28 Aug 2016 03:45:44 -0000 Marie Curie (Part 1) full 74 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE A lot of people only know Marie Curie as a woman who won a Nobel prize (or two...spoilers) but that's just a small part of the life of this physicist, wife and mother. A lot of people only know Marie Curie as a woman who won a Nobel prize (or two...spoilers) but that's just a small part of the life of this physicist, wife and mother. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4915 no Agrippina the Younger Agrippina the Younger lived a dramatic and dangerous life as the sister of an emperor, the wife and niece of another, and mother of a third in ancient Rome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 07 Aug 2016 05:01:59 -0000 Agrippina the Younger full 73 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Agrippina the Younger lived a dramatic and dangerous life as the sister of an emperor, the wife and niece of another, and mother of a third in ancient Rome. Agrippina the Younger lived a dramatic and dangerous life as the sister of an emperor, the wife and niece of another, and mother of a third in ancient Rome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 5395 no Elizabeth Keckly When we were researching Mary Lincoln we both admired her friend, Elizabeth Keckly, so much that we knew that had to talk about her. She was born a slave, eventually bought her freedom and built a very successful business (twice) all before she, too, realized her own White House dream. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 16 Jul 2016 14:22:00 -0000 Elizabeth Keckly full 72 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE When we were researching Mary Lincoln we both admired her friend, Elizabeth Keckly, so much that we knew that had to talk about her. She was born a slave, eventually bought her freedom and built a very successful business (twice) all before she, too, realized her own White House dream. When we were researching Mary Lincoln we both admired her friend, Elizabeth Keckly, so much that we knew that had to talk about her. She was born a slave, eventually bought her freedom and built a very successful business (twice) all before she, too, realized her own White House dream. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices When we were researching Mary Lincoln we both admired her friend, Elizabeth Keckly, so much that we knew that had to talk about her. She was born a slave, eventually bought her freedom and built a very successful business (twice) all before she, too, realized her own White House dream.

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]]> 4828 no The Schuyler Sisters - a conversation with author Amanda Vaill Since the musical Hamilton opened on Broadway, we've been getting a lot of requests to cover the Schuyler sisters, Angelica, Eliza and Peggy. (You sang that, right?) But we couldn't make it work because there wasn't enough material available to us to fill a whole show in the way we would want to...so we met someone who could:.Author Amanda Vaill.Amanda has written several award winning biographies, scripts, articles and...be still our hearts...has been contracted to write a biography on the two most famous Schuyler sisters, Angelica and Eliza. She's begun her research and graciously agreed to talk with us and dish Schuyler. We talk about the three sisters, the family that they came from, the families that they created, the rumors that surrounded them...basically who lived, who died and with Amanda's help, we get to tell their story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 26 Jun 2016 03:24:00 -0000 The Schuyler Sisters - a conversation with author Amanda Vaill full 71 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Since the musical Hamilton opened on Broadway, we've been getting a lot of requests to cover the Schuyler sisters, Angelica, Eliza and Peggy. Since the musical Hamilton opened on Broadway, we've been getting a lot of requests to cover the Schuyler sisters, Angelica, Eliza and Peggy. (You sang that, right?) But we couldn't make it work because there wasn't enough material available to us to fill a whole show in the way we would want to...so we met someone who could:.Author Amanda Vaill.Amanda has written several award winning biographies, scripts, articles and...be still our hearts...has been contracted to write a biography on the two most famous Schuyler sisters, Angelica and Eliza. She's begun her research and graciously agreed to talk with us and dish Schuyler. We talk about the three sisters, the family that they came from, the families that they created, the rumors that surrounded them...basically who lived, who died and with Amanda's help, we get to tell their story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Since the musical Hamilton opened on Broadway, we've been getting a lot of requests to cover the Schuyler sisters, Angelica, Eliza and Peggy. (You sang that, right?) But we couldn't make it work because there wasn't enough material available to us to fill a whole show in the way we would want to...so we met someone who could:.Author Amanda Vaill.Amanda has written several award winning biographies, scripts, articles and...be still our hearts...has been contracted to write a biography on the two most famous Schuyler sisters, Angelica and Eliza. She's begun her research and graciously agreed to talk with us and dish Schuyler. We talk about the three sisters, the family that they came from, the families that they created, the rumors that surrounded them...basically who lived, who died and with Amanda's help, we get to tell their story.

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]]> 4171 no Mary Todd Lincoln (Part 2) In our last episode we talked about Mary's childhood, education and life as the wife of Abraham Lincoln. She was described as, "amiable, accomplished, gracious and a sparkling talker," by members of the Republican Party before she got to Washington...so what happened afterward that left her without this glowing impression? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 11 Jun 2016 21:06:00 -0000 Mary Todd Lincoln (Part 2) full 70 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In our last episode we talked about Mary's childhood, education and life as the wife of Abraham Lincoln. She was described as, "amiable, accomplished, gracious and a sparkling talker," by members of the Republican Party before she got to Washington...so what happened afterward that left her without this glowing impression? In our last episode we talked about Mary's childhood, education and life as the wife of Abraham Lincoln. She was described as, "amiable, accomplished, gracious and a sparkling talker," by members of the Republican Party before she got to Washington...so what happened afterward that left her without this glowing impression? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In our last episode we talked about Mary's childhood, education and life as the wife of Abraham Lincoln. She was described as, "amiable, accomplished, gracious and a sparkling talker," by members of the Republican Party before she got to Washington...so what happened afterward that left her without this glowing impression?

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]]> 4869 no Mary Todd Lincoln (Part 1) Mary Todd Lincoln's life can't be defined by who she married and her husband's legacy--she was a lot more than simply a southern born wife of a president. Actually, she wasn't simple at all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 04 Jun 2016 14:00:00 -0000 Mary Todd Lincoln (Part 1) full 69 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Mary Todd Lincoln's life can't be defined by who she married and her husband's legacy--she was a lot more than simply a southern born wife of a president. Actually, she wasn't simple at all. Mary Todd Lincoln's life can't be defined by who she married and her husband's legacy--she was a lot more than simply a southern born wife of a president. Actually, she wasn't simple at all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4076 no Madam CJ Walker When Madam C.J. Walker solved one of her own personal problems, she also created an opportunity to leave behind a life as a laundress for one as a successful businesswoman, philanthropist and civil rights activists and she was able to take thousands of women with her. Alaia Williams from the 18 to 49 Podcast graciously fills in as guest co-host with Beckett to talk about the life of this trailblazing role model who began to change her fate by changing the condition of her hair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 14 May 2016 08:00:00 -0000 Madam CJ Walker full 68 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE When Madam C.J. Walker solved one of her own personal problems, she also created an opportunity to leave behind a life as a laundress for one as a successful businesswoman, philanthropist and civil rights activists and she was able to take thousands of women with her. When Madam C.J. Walker solved one of her own personal problems, she also created an opportunity to leave behind a life as a laundress for one as a successful businesswoman, philanthropist and civil rights activists and she was able to take thousands of women with her. Alaia Williams from the 18 to 49 Podcast graciously fills in as guest co-host with Beckett to talk about the life of this trailblazing role model who began to change her fate by changing the condition of her hair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4195 no Q and A What would you serve Dorothy Parker for dinner? What are your favorite things from pop culture? When will you cover the Schuyler Sisters? Listeners' burning questions, answered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 30 Apr 2016 04:00:00 -0000 Q and A full 67 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE What would you serve Dorothy Parker for dinner? What are your favorite things from pop culture? When will you cover the Schuyler Sisters? Listeners' burning questions, answered. What would you serve Dorothy Parker for dinner? What are your favorite things from pop culture? When will you cover the Schuyler Sisters? Listeners' burning questions, answered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 3287 no Zelda Fitzgerald Zelda Fitzgerald - the original Manic Pixie Dream Girl, muse of F. Scott, has been remembered as a trophy, a fashion icon, a mental patient, an author, and an artist. This unique woman lived a complex life that defies simple labels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 23 Apr 2016 04:00:00 -0000 Zelda Fitzgerald full 66 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Zelda Fitzgerald - the original Manic Pixie Dream Girl, muse of F. Scott, has been remembered as a trophy, a fashion icon, a mental patient, an author, and an artist. This unique woman lived a complex life that defies simple labels. Zelda Fitzgerald - the original Manic Pixie Dream Girl, muse of F. Scott, has been remembered as a trophy, a fashion icon, a mental patient, an author, and an artist. This unique woman lived a complex life that defies simple labels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 6703 no "Miss Potter" Moviecast We cannot get enough Beatrix Potter! Here is our coverage of the 2006 movie "Miss Potter," starring Renee Zellweger in the title role.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 02 Apr 2016 04:00:00 -0000 "Miss Potter" Moviecast full 65 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We cannot get enough Beatrix Potter! Here is our coverage of the 2006 movie "Miss Potter," starring Renee Zellweger in the title role. We cannot get enough Beatrix Potter! Here is our coverage of the 2006 movie "Miss Potter," starring Renee Zellweger in the title role.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 5948 no Beatrix Potter Though she's chiefly known for her charming illustrations, Beatrix Potter was more than an artist and author; she was a scientist, conservationist, and a philanthropist who used her talent to better the world.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 27 Mar 2016 06:21:09 -0000 Beatrix Potter full 64 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Though she's chiefly known for her charming illustrations, Beatrix Potter was more than an artist and author; she was a scientist, conservationist, and a philanthropist who used her talent to better the world. Though she's chiefly known for her charming illustrations, Beatrix Potter was more than an artist and author; she was a scientist, conservationist, and a philanthropist who used her talent to better the world.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 6230 no Catherine The Great (Part 2) When we last left the Grand Duchess Catherine, she was feeling alone, unloved and unnecessary. She had just given birth and the child, Paul, heir to the Russian Empire, was ripped from her arms to be raised by Empress Elizabeth. Not cool, Elizabeth, not cool at all.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 04 Mar 2016 17:00:00 -0000 Catherine The Great (Part 2) full 63 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE When we last left the Grand Duchess Catherine, she was feeling alone, unloved and unnecessary. She had just given birth and the child, Paul, heir to the Russian Empire, was ripped from her arms to be raised by Empress Elizabeth. Not cool, Elizabeth, not cool at all. When we last left the Grand Duchess Catherine, she was feeling alone, unloved and unnecessary. She had just given birth and the child, Paul, heir to the Russian Empire, was ripped from her arms to be raised by Empress Elizabeth. Not cool, Elizabeth, not cool at all.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 6278 no A Conversation With Carol Wallace Life. It's funny, you know? Like the time both of us were sick for so long that we couldn't record Catherine the Great Part 2 for this week's show but, instead, have this conversation between Beckett and Carol Wallace? Funny in a "well, that's a little different" way. In 2010 one of us- Beckett- wanted to hear a podcast like her favorite book of all time, To Marry an English Lord, by Gail MacColl and Carol Wallace, but couldn't find one. So we made one. In 2014 we had drinks with Carol Wallace. In 2015 this conversation was recorded and lived in a computer until now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 05 Feb 2016 17:00:00 -0000 A Conversation With Carol Wallace full 62 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In 2010 one of us- Beckett- wanted to hear a podcast like her favorite book of all time, To Marry an English Lord, by Gail MacColl and Carol Wallace, but couldn't find one. So we made one. In 2014 we had drinks with Carol Wallace. In 2015 this conversation was recorded and lived in a computer until now. Life. It's funny, you know? Like the time both of us were sick for so long that we couldn't record Catherine the Great Part 2 for this week's show but, instead, have this conversation between Beckett and Carol Wallace? Funny in a "well, that's a little different" way. In 2010 one of us- Beckett- wanted to hear a podcast like her favorite book of all time, To Marry an English Lord, by Gail MacColl and Carol Wallace, but couldn't find one. So we made one. In 2014 we had drinks with Carol Wallace. In 2015 this conversation was recorded and lived in a computer until now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1499 no Catherine the Great (Part 1) The listeners have spoken! Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia, was the winner in our Guaranteed Content Poll - and in this episode, we take our innocent German princess from obscurity onto the world stage.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 22 Jan 2016 17:00:00 -0000 Catherine the Great (Part 1) full 61 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The listeners have spoken! Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia, was the winner in our Guaranteed Content Poll - and in this episode, we take our innocent German princess from obscurity onto the world stage. The listeners have spoken! Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia, was the winner in our Guaranteed Content Poll - and in this episode, we take our innocent German princess from obscurity onto the world stage.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The listeners have spoken! Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia, was the winner in our Guaranteed Content Poll - and in this episode, we take our innocent German princess from obscurity onto the world stage. 

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]]> 4210 no Mrs. Santa Minicast Once upon a time there was a busy, yet highly compassionate and generous bachelor. He became known the world over, but lacked something in his life: a wife. Mrs. Claus often takes a back seat to her more famous husband, Santa, but it's time her history was told. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 25 Dec 2015 10:00:00 -0000 Mrs. Santa Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Once upon a time there was a busy, yet highly compassionate and generous bachelor. He became known the world over, but lacked something in his life: a wife. Mrs. Claus often takes a back seat to her more famous husband, Santa, but it's time her history was told. Once upon a time there was a busy, yet highly compassionate and generous bachelor. He became known the world over, but lacked something in his life: a wife. Mrs. Claus often takes a back seat to her more famous husband, Santa, but it's time her history was told. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 712 no Four Inventors Lillian Gilbreth inspired us. After talking about her life and accomplishments, we thought it was high time to introduce you to four more problem-solving women whose inventions we use every day: Josephine Cochrane, Melitta Bentz, Mary Phelps Jacobs and Hedy Lamarr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 12 Dec 2015 23:54:00 -0000 Four Inventors full 60 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Lillian Gilbreth inspired us. After talking about her life and accomplishments, we thought it was high time to introduce you to four more problem-solving women whose inventions we use every day: Josephine Cochrane, Melitta Bentz, Mary Phelps Jacobs and Hedy Lamarr. Lillian Gilbreth inspired us. After talking about her life and accomplishments, we thought it was high time to introduce you to four more problem-solving women whose inventions we use every day: Josephine Cochrane, Melitta Bentz, Mary Phelps Jacobs and Hedy Lamarr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 3029 no Lillian Moller Gilbreth Lillian Gilbreth should be remembered for any of her life accomplishments: psychologist, industrial engineer, author, inventor, and pioneer in the field of industrial psychology. From her collection of degrees to her equal partnership marriage to her work with Presidents and to the trailblazing example she set for us modern mothers...she should be remembered for a lot more than simply, "the mother on Cheaper by the Dozen". Let's do something about that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 28 Nov 2015 20:12:33 -0000 Lillian Moller Gilbreth full 59 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Lillian Gilbreth should be remembered for any of her life accomplishments: psychologist, industrial engineer, author, inventor, and pioneer in the field of industrial psychology. Lillian Gilbreth should be remembered for any of her life accomplishments: psychologist, industrial engineer, author, inventor, and pioneer in the field of industrial psychology. From her collection of degrees to her equal partnership marriage to her work with Presidents and to the trailblazing example she set for us modern mothers...she should be remembered for a lot more than simply, "the mother on Cheaper by the Dozen". Let's do something about that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 5785 no Mary Queen of Scots Mary Queen of Scots got off to a good start: she was wearing the crown early and upgraded it at a young age (under the watchful eye of many an interested party),  but once she started making decisions for herself? Ah, that's when her life took dramatic twists and turns that ultimately took the crown off her head. Actually, those decisions got her whole head taken off, but let's start at the beginning, shall we? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 13 Nov 2015 10:00:00 -0000 Mary Queen of Scots full 58 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Mary Queen of Scots got off to a good start: she was wearing the crown early and upgraded it at a young age (under the watchful eye of many an interested party), but once she started making decisions for herself? Ah, that's when her life took dramatic twists and turns that ultimately took the crown off her head. Actually, those decisions got her whole head taken off, but let's start at the beginning, shall we? Mary Queen of Scots got off to a good start: she was wearing the crown early and upgraded it at a young age (under the watchful eye of many an interested party),  but once she started making decisions for herself? Ah, that's when her life took dramatic twists and turns that ultimately took the crown off her head. Actually, those decisions got her whole head taken off, but let's start at the beginning, shall we? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 5649 no Q & A and Random Bits Show Heeeeere’s your seven word summary: We asked, you responded and we answer. For the first time in the five years that we have been doing this show we sat down with a couple of glasses of wine to deviate from our normal format and answer some of your questions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Oct 2015 02:08:46 -0000 Q & A and Random Bits Show full 57 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Heeeeere’s your seven word summary: We asked, you responded and we answer. For the first time in the five years that we have been doing this show we sat down with a couple of glasses of wine to deviate from our normal format and answer some of your questions. Heeeeere’s your seven word summary: We asked, you responded and we answer. For the first time in the five years that we have been doing this show we sat down with a couple of glasses of wine to deviate from our normal format and answer some of your questions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Heeeeere’s your seven word summary: We asked, you responded and we answer. For the first time in the five years that we have been doing this show we sat down with a couple of glasses of wine to deviate from our normal format and answer some of your questions. 

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]]> 4806 no Dorothy Parker (Part 2) When we left Dorothy Parker in Part One she was hanging on tenuously at best. Her marriage to Eddie Parker was over, her relationship with George MacArthur was over and the fall-out somewhat stabilized and her suicide attempt was unsuccessful. How will this end? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 30 Aug 2015 08:26:00 -0000 Dorothy Parker (Part 2) full 56 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE When we left Dorothy Parker in Part One she was hanging on tenuously at best. Her marriage to Eddie Parker was over, her relationship with George MacArthur was over and the fall-out somewhat stabilized and her suicide attempt was unsuccessful. How will this end? When we left Dorothy Parker in Part One she was hanging on tenuously at best. Her marriage to Eddie Parker was over, her relationship with George MacArthur was over and the fall-out somewhat stabilized and her suicide attempt was unsuccessful. How will this end? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices When we left Dorothy Parker in Part One she was hanging on tenuously at best. Her marriage to Eddie Parker was over, her relationship with George MacArthur was over and the fall-out somewhat stabilized and her suicide attempt was unsuccessful. How will this end?

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]]> 3775 no Dorothy Parker (Part 1) She gave us fabulous quotes like, “Men seldom make passes at girls who wear glasses” and “Brevity is the soul of lingerie,” but Dorothy Parker’s life wasn’t all wit and snark. Behind those flip one liners there was a very complex woman who lead a full life far beyond the banter of the Algonquin Round table. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 09 Aug 2015 05:57:11 -0000 Dorothy Parker (Part 1) full 55 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE She gave us fabulous quotes like, “Men seldom make passes at girls who wear glasses” and “Brevity is the soul of lingerie,” but Dorothy Parker’s life wasn’t all wit and snark. Behind those flip one liners there was a very complex woman who lead a full life far beyond the banter of the Algonquin Round table. She gave us fabulous quotes like, “Men seldom make passes at girls who wear glasses” and “Brevity is the soul of lingerie,” but Dorothy Parker’s life wasn’t all wit and snark. Behind those flip one liners there was a very complex woman who lead a full life far beyond the banter of the Algonquin Round table. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices She gave us fabulous quotes like, “Men seldom make passes at girls who wear glasses” and “Brevity is the soul of lingerie,” but Dorothy Parker’s life wasn’t all wit and snark. Behind those flip one liners there was a very complex woman who lead a full life far beyond the banter of the Algonquin Round table.

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]]> 3488 no Marie Antoinette Reboot (Part 2) In Part One we talked about Marie Antoinette’s childhood, the speedy preparations for marriage and her early years in France. In this episode, the conclusion of our revisit, we get to the rest of her story as she travels from well-liked to queen to the (dramatic pause) guillotine.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 09 Jul 2015 02:38:02 -0000 Marie Antoinette Reboot (Part 2) full 54 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE In Part One we talked about Marie Antoinette’s childhood, the speedy preparations for marriage and her early years in France. In this episode, the conclusion of our revisit, we get to the rest of her story as she travels from well-liked to queen to the (dramatic pause) guillotine. In Part One we talked about Marie Antoinette’s childhood, the speedy preparations for marriage and her early years in France. In this episode, the conclusion of our revisit, we get to the rest of her story as she travels from well-liked to queen to the (dramatic pause) guillotine.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In Part One we talked about Marie Antoinette’s childhood, the speedy preparations for marriage and her early years in France. In this episode, the conclusion of our revisit, we get to the rest of her story as she travels from well-liked to queen to the (dramatic pause) guillotine. 

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]]> 3070 no Marie Antoinette Reboot (Part 1) Once upon a time there were two podcasters who began their women’s history show with an episode about Marie Antoinette. Four and a half years later they revisited her life simply because they felt there was more to say about this woman who has been long misquoted and misunderstood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 12 Jun 2015 02:38:00 -0000 Marie Antoinette Reboot (Part 1) full 53 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Once upon a time there were two podcasters who began their women’s history show with an episode about Marie Antoinette. Four and a half years later they revisited her life simply because they felt there was more to say about this woman who has been long misquoted and misunderstood. Once upon a time there were two podcasters who began their women’s history show with an episode about Marie Antoinette. Four and a half years later they revisited her life simply because they felt there was more to say about this woman who has been long misquoted and misunderstood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Once upon a time there were two podcasters who began their women’s history show with an episode about Marie Antoinette. Four and a half years later they revisited her life simply because they felt there was more to say about this woman who has been long misquoted and misunderstood.

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]]> 3278 no Lydia Pinkham Women who need to be remembered often have Lemon to Lemonade lives and Lydia Pinkham is no exception. The going got tough and she turned some herbs (and a wee bit of alcohol) into not only an empire but a leaping advance in women’s health and education.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 11 Apr 2015 05:28:07 -0000 Lydia Pinkham full 52 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Women who need to be remembered often have Lemon to Lemonade lives and Lydia Pinkham is no exception. The going got tough and she turned some herbs (and a wee bit of alcohol) into not only an empire but a leaping advance in women’s health and education. Women who need to be remembered often have Lemon to Lemonade lives and Lydia Pinkham is no exception. The going got tough and she turned some herbs (and a wee bit of alcohol) into not only an empire but a leaping advance in women’s health and education.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Women who need to be remembered often have Lemon to Lemonade lives and Lydia Pinkham is no exception. The going got tough and she turned some herbs (and a wee bit of alcohol) into not only an empire but a leaping advance in women’s health and education. 

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]]> 3430 no A quick status update! Hello everyone! I’m sure you’ve been wondering where we’ve been… The library, yes, and assorted bookstores, but not, unfortunately, at the big table that seats 14 at The House of Wood, recording anything. For you see, Susan has lost her voice. She has a paralyzed vocal cord, in fact, so she DOES have a voice, […] The post A quick status update! appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 20 Feb 2015 19:11:19 -0000 A quick status update! full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Hello everyone! I’m sure you’ve been wondering where we’ve been… The library, yes, and assorted bookstores, but not, unfortunately, at the big table that seats 14 at The House of Wood, recording anything. For you see, Susan has lost her voice. She has a paralyzed vocal cord, in fact, so she DOES have a voice, […] The post A quick status update! appeared first on The History Chicks. Hello everyone! I’m sure you’ve been wondering where we’ve been… The library, yes, and assorted bookstores, but not, unfortunately, at the big table that seats 14 at The House of Wood, recording anything. For you see, Susan has lost her voice. She has a paralyzed vocal cord, in fact, so she DOES have a voice, […] The post A quick status update! appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 113 no Mrs. Claus Minicast Once upon a time there was a busy, yet highly compassionate and generous bachelor. He became known the world over, but lacked something in his life: a wife. Mrs. Claus often takes a back seat to her more famous husband, Santa, but it’s time her history was told. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 23 Dec 2014 07:56:29 -0000 Mrs. Claus Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Once upon a time there was a busy, yet highly compassionate and generous bachelor. He became known the world over, but lacked something in his life: a wife. Mrs. Claus often takes a back seat to her more famous husband, Santa, but it’s time her history was told. Once upon a time there was a busy, yet highly compassionate and generous bachelor. He became known the world over, but lacked something in his life: a wife. Mrs. Claus often takes a back seat to her more famous husband, Santa, but it’s time her history was told. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Once upon a time there was a busy, yet highly compassionate and generous bachelor. He became known the world over, but lacked something in his life: a wife. Mrs. Claus often takes a back seat to her more famous husband, Santa, but it’s time her history was told.

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]]> 712 no Joan of Arc Joan of Arc, Jeannette, Jean, The Maid, La Pucelle, Hero, Heretic, Visionary, Lunatic…that’s a lot of names and titles for a teenage girl who is remembered for events from only a short period of her life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 21 Nov 2014 03:33:00 -0000 Joan of Arc full 51 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Joan of Arc, Jeannette, Jean, The Maid, La Pucelle, Hero, Heretic, Visionary, Lunatic…that’s a lot of names and titles for a teenage girl who is remembered for events from only a short period of her life. Joan of Arc, Jeannette, Jean, The Maid, La Pucelle, Hero, Heretic, Visionary, Lunatic…that’s a lot of names and titles for a teenage girl who is remembered for events from only a short period of her life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Joan of Arc, Jeannette, Jean, The Maid, La Pucelle, Hero, Heretic, Visionary, Lunatic…that’s a lot of names and titles for a teenage girl who is remembered for events from only a short period of her life.

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]]> 4938 no Hattie McDaniel You know that old story of the “overnight success?” A band you’ve never heard of bursts onto the scene and takes the world by storm. Often you find that they have twenty years of hard work and paying their dues before finally achieving their goal. The same is true of Hattie McDaniel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 21 Oct 2014 04:04:53 -0000 Hattie McDaniel full 50 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE You know that old story of the “overnight success?” A band you’ve never heard of bursts onto the scene and takes the world by storm. Often you find that they have twenty years of hard work and paying their dues before finally achieving their goal. The same is true of Hattie McDaniel You know that old story of the “overnight success?” A band you’ve never heard of bursts onto the scene and takes the world by storm. Often you find that they have twenty years of hard work and paying their dues before finally achieving their goal. The same is true of Hattie McDaniel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices You know that old story of the “overnight success?” A band you’ve never heard of bursts onto the scene and takes the world by storm. Often you find that they have twenty years of hard work and paying their dues before finally achieving their goal. The same is true of Hattie McDaniel.

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]]> 2039 no The Women of Gone With The Wind Once a season we obsess over a subject for our Fictional Episode and this time we let ourselves be carried away with Gone With The Wind. The epic book and movie is only part of the story of a free-spirited, rebellious, creative and unconventional Southern woman and the novel that she wrote of Southern life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 30 Sep 2014 04:46:39 -0000 The Women of Gone With The Wind full 49 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Once a season we obsess over a subject for our Fictional Episode and this time we let ourselves be carried away with Gone With The Wind. The epic book and movie is only part of the story of a free-spirited, rebellious, creative and unconventional Southern woman and the novel that she wrote of Southern life. Once a season we obsess over a subject for our Fictional Episode and this time we let ourselves be carried away with Gone With The Wind. The epic book and movie is only part of the story of a free-spirited, rebellious, creative and unconventional Southern woman and the novel that she wrote of Southern life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Once a season we obsess over a subject for our Fictional Episode and this time we let ourselves be carried away with Gone With The Wind. The epic book and movie is only part of the story of a free-spirited, rebellious, creative and unconventional Southern woman and the novel that she wrote of Southern life.

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]]> 5351 no Encore: The Wizard of OZ The post Encore: The Wizard of OZ appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 13 Aug 2014 02:10:06 -0000 Encore: The Wizard of OZ full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Encore: The Wizard of OZ appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Encore: The Wizard of OZ appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4474 no Agatha Christie Agatha Christie once said that she wanted to be remembered as, “a good writer of detective and thriller stories.” We say she needs to be remembered for a whole lot more: daughter, wife, mother, pharmacist, playwright and adventurer only begin the list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 15 Jul 2014 04:48:29 -0000 Agatha Christie full 48 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Agatha Christie once said that she wanted to be remembered as, “a good writer of detective and thriller stories.” We say she needs to be remembered for a whole lot more: daughter, wife, mother, pharmacist, playwright and adventurer only begin the list. Agatha Christie once said that she wanted to be remembered as, “a good writer of detective and thriller stories.” We say she needs to be remembered for a whole lot more: daughter, wife, mother, pharmacist, playwright and adventurer only begin the list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Agatha Christie once said that she wanted to be remembered as, “a good writer of detective and thriller stories.” We say she needs to be remembered for a whole lot more: daughter, wife, mother, pharmacist, playwright and adventurer only begin the list.

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]]> 4208 no Sybil Ludington Minicast We all know the story of Paul Revere, but here is the lesser-known story of one teenage girl whose similar act of bravery changed the course of American history.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 04 Jul 2014 00:54:36 -0000 Sybil Ludington Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We all know the story of Paul Revere, but here is the lesser-known story of one teenage girl whose similar act of bravery changed the course of American history. We all know the story of Paul Revere, but here is the lesser-known story of one teenage girl whose similar act of bravery changed the course of American history.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We all know the story of Paul Revere, but here is the lesser-known story of one teenage girl whose similar act of bravery changed the course of American history.  

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]]> 532 no Carry ( Carrie ) Nation Carry Nation was on a mission to rid America of alcohol with her hatchet and a tart tongue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 24 May 2014 18:23:51 -0000 Carry ( Carrie ) Nation full 47 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Carry Nation was on a mission to rid America of alcohol with her hatchet and a tart tongue. Carry Nation was on a mission to rid America of alcohol with her hatchet and a tart tongue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Carry Nation was on a mission to rid America of alcohol with her hatchet and a tart tongue.

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]]> 4911 no “The Music Show” #2 The post “The Music Show” #2 appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 24 Apr 2014 06:31:36 -0000 “The Music Show” #2 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post “The Music Show” #2 appeared first on The History Chicks. The post “The Music Show” #2 appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4039 no Cleopatra The post Episode 46 : Cleopatra appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 07 Apr 2014 18:23:45 -0000 Cleopatra full 46 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Episode 46 : Cleopatra appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Episode 46 : Cleopatra appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 3694 no Hatshepsut Though her successors tried to erase her from history, we bring to light the first female Pharaoh of Egypt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 22 Mar 2014 03:32:05 -0000 Hatshepsut full 45 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Though her successors tried to erase her from history, we bring to light the first female Pharaoh of Egypt. Though her successors tried to erase her from history, we bring to light the first female Pharaoh of Egypt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Though her successors tried to erase her from history, we bring to light the first female Pharaoh of Egypt.

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]]> 2747 no Elizabethan Life Minicast The post Elizabethan Life (minicast) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 25 Feb 2014 07:11:54 -0000 Elizabethan Life Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Elizabethan Life (minicast) appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Elizabethan Life (minicast) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1954 no Queen Elizabeth I (Part 2) The post Episode 44: Queen Elizabeth I, Part 2 appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 11 Feb 2014 01:47:27 -0000 Queen Elizabeth I (Part 2) full 44 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Episode 44: Queen Elizabeth I, Part 2 appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Episode 44: Queen Elizabeth I, Part 2 appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 3787 no Queen Elizabeth I (Part 1) The post Episode 43: Elizabeth I, Part One appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 21 Dec 2013 05:11:41 -0000 Queen Elizabeth I (Part 1) full 43 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Episode 43: Elizabeth I, Part One appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Episode 43: Elizabeth I, Part One appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2982 no News! The post News! appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 02 Nov 2013 03:21:53 -0000 News! full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post News! appeared first on The History Chicks. The post News! appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 177 no Frida Kahlo A horrible accident set Frida Kahlo on the way to her status as an artistic icon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 10 Sep 2013 03:49:13 -0000 Frida Kahlo full 42 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE A horrible accident set Frida Kahlo on the way to her status as an artistic icon. A horrible accident set Frida Kahlo on the way to her status as an artistic icon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A horrible accident set Frida Kahlo on the way to her status as an artistic icon.

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]]> 4905 no Bessie Coleman The post Episode 41: Bessie Coleman appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 10 Aug 2013 02:34:31 -0000 Bessie Coleman full 41 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Episode 41: Bessie Coleman appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Episode 41: Bessie Coleman appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2640 no Elizabeth Woodville and Margaret Beaufort (rebroadcast) The post Episode 40 – Tudor Grandmothers (rebroadcast) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 30 Jul 2013 03:50:32 -0000 Elizabeth Woodville and Margaret Beaufort (rebroadcast) full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Episode 40 – Tudor Grandmothers (rebroadcast) appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Episode 40 – Tudor Grandmothers (rebroadcast) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2672 no Amelia Earhart The post Episode 39 – Amelia Earhart appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 11 Jul 2013 05:24:00 -0000 Amelia Earhart full 39 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Episode 39 – Amelia Earhart appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Episode 39 – Amelia Earhart appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The post Episode 39 – Amelia Earhart appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 4947 no Bookcast: Jane Austen Book Club #3 The post Bookcast – Jane Austen Book Club #3 appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:04:56 -0000 Bookcast: Jane Austen Book Club #3 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Bookcast – Jane Austen Book Club #3 appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Bookcast – Jane Austen Book Club #3 appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1924 no Bookcast: Jane Austen Book Club #2 The post Bookcast – Jane Austen Book Club #2 appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 19 May 2013 20:26:41 -0000 Bookcast: Jane Austen Book Club #2 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Bookcast – Jane Austen Book Club #2 appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Bookcast – Jane Austen Book Club #2 appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2096 no Bookcast: Jane Austen Book Club #1 The post Bookcast: Jane Austen Book Club #1 appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 09 May 2013 07:07:39 -0000 Bookcast: Jane Austen Book Club #1 full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Bookcast: Jane Austen Book Club #1 appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Bookcast: Jane Austen Book Club #1 appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2391 no Jane Austen The post Episode 38: Jane Austen appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 16 Apr 2013 07:56:00 -0000 Jane Austen full 38 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Episode 38: Jane Austen appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Episode 38: Jane Austen appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The post Episode 38: Jane Austen appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 4857 no The Women of Oz Minicast We cover the stories of Judy Garland, Billie Burke, and Margaret Hamilton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 22 Mar 2013 15:29:00 -0000 The Women of Oz Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We talk about the lives of Judy Garland, Billie Burke, and Margaret Hamilton. We cover the stories of Judy Garland, Billie Burke, and Margaret Hamilton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We cover the stories of Judy Garland, Billie Burke, and Margaret Hamilton.

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]]> 1506 no The Wizard of Oz We cover the background of this beloved movie and the colorful life of its author, Frank L. Baum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 09 Mar 2013 02:05:15 -0000 The Wizard of Oz full 37 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We cover the background of this beloved movie and the colorful life of its author, Frank L. Baum. We cover the background of this beloved movie and the colorful life of its author, Frank L. Baum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We cover the background of this beloved movie and the colorful life of its author, Frank L. Baum.

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]]> 4420 no BONUS MATERIAL: The Declaration of Sentiments (1848) The post BONUS MATERIAL: The Declaration of Sentiments (1848) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 14 Feb 2013 07:11:10 -0000 BONUS MATERIAL: The Declaration of Sentiments (1848) full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post BONUS MATERIAL: The Declaration of Sentiments (1848) appeared first on The History Chicks. The post BONUS MATERIAL: The Declaration of Sentiments (1848) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 400 no Elizabeth Cady Stanton The post Episode 36: Elizabeth Cady Stanton appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 14 Feb 2013 06:43:00 -0000 Elizabeth Cady Stanton full 36 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Episode 36: Elizabeth Cady Stanton appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Episode 36: Elizabeth Cady Stanton appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4463 no Josephine Baker (Part 2) The post Episode 35: Josephine Baker (Part 2) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 22 Jan 2013 04:35:57 -0000 Josephine Baker (Part 2) full 35 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Episode 35: Josephine Baker (Part 2) appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Episode 35: Josephine Baker (Part 2) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 3414 no Josephine Baker (part 1) The post Episode 34 : Josephine Baker (part 1) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 13 Jan 2013 15:53:55 -0000 Josephine Baker (part 1) full 34 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Episode 34 : Josephine Baker (part 1) appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Episode 34 : Josephine Baker (part 1) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 3692 no Season 4 Introduction The post Season 4 Introduction appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 09 Dec 2012 16:41:55 -0000 Season 4 Introduction full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Season 4 Introduction appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Season 4 Introduction appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 257 no The Romanovs (Part 2) The Romanovs (Part 2) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 30 Nov 2012 08:01:10 -0000 The Romanovs (Part 2) full 33 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The Romanovs (Part 2) appeared first on The History Chicks. The Romanovs (Part 2) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Romanovs (Part 2) appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 4063 no The Romanovs (Part 1) The Romanovs (Part 1) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 11 Nov 2012 22:04:19 -0000 The Romanovs (Part 1) full 32 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The Romanovs (Part 1) appeared first on The History Chicks. The Romanovs (Part 1) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Romanovs (Part 1) appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 3371 no Lady Jane Grey Lady Jane Grey appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 01 Oct 2012 05:15:49 -0000 Lady Jane Grey full 31 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Lady Jane Grey appeared first on The History Chicks. Lady Jane Grey appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Lady Jane Grey appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 2125 no Queen Mary I Queen Mary I appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 17 Sep 2012 06:34:57 -0000 Queen Mary I full 30 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Queen Mary I appeared first on The History Chicks. Queen Mary I appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Queen Mary I appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 5275 no Julia Child Julia Child appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 12 Aug 2012 17:50:31 -0000 Julia Child full 29 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Julia Child appeared first on The History Chicks. Julia Child appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Julia Child appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 5931 no Beckett and Susan’s Adventures in Wonderland and What They Found There The post Minicast: Beckett and Susan’s Adventures in Wonderland and What They Found There appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 20 Jul 2012 07:59:05 -0000 Beckett and Susan’s Adventures in Wonderland and What They Found There full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Minicast: Beckett and Susan’s Adventures in Wonderland and What They Found There appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Minicast: Beckett and Susan’s Adventures in Wonderland and What They Found There appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2854 no Alice in Wonderland Alice in Wonderland appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 29 Jun 2012 04:07:49 -0000 Alice in Wonderland full 28 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Alice in Wonderland appeared first on The History Chicks. Alice in Wonderland appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alice in Wonderland appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 3524 no Clara Bow Clara Bow appeared first on The History Chicks in 2012, for a cleaner audio experience please visit CLARA BOW 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 10 Jun 2012 20:11:00 -0000 Clara Bow full 27 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Clara Bow appeared first on The History Chicks. Clara Bow appeared first on The History Chicks in 2012, for a cleaner audio experience please visit CLARA BOW 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Clara Bow appeared first on The History Chicks in 2012, for a cleaner audio experience please visit CLARA BOW 2024.

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]]> 4958 no Rosa Parks Rosa Parks appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 26 May 2012 20:34:17 -0000 Rosa Parks full 26 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Rosa Parks appeared first on The History Chicks. Rosa Parks appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Rosa Parks appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 2812 no Ida B. Wells -Barnett Born a slave, educated in a post-Civil War south and left to care for her family at an early age. She grew to become a teacher, a writer, a crusader, a suffragist, a wife and mother. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 12 May 2012 08:31:46 -0000 Ida B. Wells -Barnett full 25 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Born a slave, educated in a post-Civil War south and left to care for her family at an early age. She grew to become a teacher, a writer, a crusader, a suffragist, a wife and mother. Born a slave, educated in a post-Civil War south and left to care for her family at an early age. She grew to become a teacher, a writer, a crusader, a suffragist, a wife and mother. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Born a slave, educated in a post-Civil War south and left to care for her family at an early age. She grew to become a teacher, a writer, a crusader, a suffragist, a wife and mother.

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]]> 4229 no The Last Four Wives of Henry VIII The post Episode 24 – Last Four Wives of Henry VIII appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 28 Apr 2012 01:19:30 -0000 The Last Four Wives of Henry VIII full 24 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Episode 24 – Last Four Wives of Henry VIII appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Episode 24 – Last Four Wives of Henry VIII appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 3960 no Titanic Field Trip Minicast The post Minicast: Titanic Field Trip appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 15 Apr 2012 03:43:12 -0000 Titanic Field Trip Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Minicast: Titanic Field Trip appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Minicast: Titanic Field Trip appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2031 no Margaret “Molly” Brown Margaret “Molly” Brown appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:32:29 -0000 Margaret “Molly” Brown full 23 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Margaret “Molly” Brown appeared first on The History Chicks. Margaret “Molly” Brown appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Margaret “Molly” Brown appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 4155 no Anne Boleyn Minicast The post Minicast – Anne Boleyn appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 01 Apr 2012 08:36:52 -0000 Anne Boleyn Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Minicast – Anne Boleyn appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Minicast – Anne Boleyn appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1861 no Katherine of Aragon Katherine of Aragon appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 17 Mar 2012 08:42:57 -0000 Katherine of Aragon full 22 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Katherine of Aragon appeared first on The History Chicks. Katherine of Aragon appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Katherine of Aragon appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 3604 no Elizabeth Woodville and Margaret Beaufort Tudor Grandmothers appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 02 Mar 2012 10:00:00 -0000 Elizabeth Woodville and Margaret Beaufort full 21 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Tudor Grandmothers appeared first on The History Chicks. Tudor Grandmothers appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tudor Grandmothers appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 2632 no Teeny Tiny Tudor Tutorial Minicast The post Minicast – Teeny Tiny Tudor Tutorial appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:58:13 -0000 Teeny Tiny Tudor Tutorial Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Minicast – Teeny Tiny Tudor Tutorial appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Minicast – Teeny Tiny Tudor Tutorial appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 1063 no Season 3 Introduction The post Season 3 Introduction appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 13 Feb 2012 03:38:28 -0000 Season 3 Introduction full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Season 3 Introduction appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Season 3 Introduction appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 519 no The Music Show The post The Music Show appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:55:17 -0000 The Music Show full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post The Music Show appeared first on The History Chicks. The post The Music Show appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2607 no Sophie Blanchard Minicast The post Minicast – Sophie Blanchard appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 21 Jan 2012 04:11:36 -0000 Sophie Blanchard Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Minicast – Sophie Blanchard appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Minicast – Sophie Blanchard appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 975 no Nellie Bly Nellie Bly appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 14 Jan 2012 04:11:46 -0000 Nellie Bly full 20 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Nellie Bly appeared first on The History Chicks. Nellie Bly appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Nellie Bly appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 3598 no Annie Chambers Minicast The post Minicast – Annie Chambers appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 04 Jan 2012 23:43:00 -0000 Annie Chambers Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Minicast – Annie Chambers appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Minicast – Annie Chambers appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 914 no Madame de Pompadour Madame de Pompadour appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Dec 2011 07:37:15 -0000 Madame de Pompadour full 19 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Madame de Pompadour appeared first on The History Chicks. Madame de Pompadour appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Madame de Pompadour appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 3833 no Ella Fitzgerald Ella Fitzgerald appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Dec 2011 01:13:00 -0000 Ella Fitzgerald full 18 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Ella Fitzgerald appeared first on The History Chicks. Ella Fitzgerald appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ella Fitzgerald appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 4039 no The Duchess of Devonshire The Duchess of Devonshire appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 18 Nov 2011 10:26:19 -0000 The Duchess of Devonshire full 17 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The Duchess of Devonshire appeared first on The History Chicks. The Duchess of Devonshire appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Duchess of Devonshire appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 5351 no Mary Shelley Minicast Mary Shelley appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 06 Nov 2011 05:13:11 -0000 Mary Shelley Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Mary Shelley appeared first on The History Chicks. Mary Shelley appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mary Shelley appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 1125 no Mary Wollstonecraft Mary Wollstonecraft appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 23 Oct 2011 09:32:42 -0000 Mary Wollstonecraft full 16 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Mary Wollstonecraft appeared first on The History Chicks. Mary Wollstonecraft appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mary Wollstonecraft appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 4158 no Betty Crocker Minicast The post Minicast – Betty Crocker appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:46:34 -0000 Betty Crocker Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The post Minicast – Betty Crocker appeared first on The History Chicks. The post Minicast – Betty Crocker appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 643 no 1950′s Housewives 1950′s Housewives appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 08 Oct 2011 10:07:03 -0000 1950′s Housewives full 15 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE 1950′s Housewives appeared first on The History Chicks. 1950′s Housewives appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 1950′s Housewives appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 4472 no Clara Barton Clara Barton appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 22 Sep 2011 08:12:30 -0000 Clara Barton full 14 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Clara Barton appeared first on The History Chicks. Clara Barton appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Clara Barton appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 4202 no Princess Charlotte Princess Charlotte appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 08 Sep 2011 06:03:16 -0000 Princess Charlotte full 13 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Princess Charlotte appeared first on The History Chicks. Princess Charlotte appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Princess Charlotte appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 3036 no Queen Victoria (Part 2) Queen Victoria, Part 2 appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 01 Sep 2011 08:14:40 -0000 Queen Victoria (Part 2) full 12 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Queen Victoria, Part 2 appeared first on The History Chicks. Queen Victoria, Part 2 appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Queen Victoria, Part 2 appeared first on The History Chicks.

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]]> 3362 no Queen Victoria (Part 1) We begin our second season with a woman whose life will take us two episodes to discuss. She wasn’t just black dresses, and talking about herself in the third person, you know! She led a very colorful and unique life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 21 Aug 2011 20:00:01 -0000 Queen Victoria (Part 1) full 11 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We begin our second season with a woman whose life will take us two episodes to discuss. She wasn’t just black dresses, and talking about herself in the third person, you know! She led a very colorful and unique life! We begin our second season with a woman whose life will take us two episodes to discuss. She wasn’t just black dresses, and talking about herself in the third person, you know! She led a very colorful and unique life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We begin our second season with a woman whose life will take us two episodes to discuss. She wasn’t just black dresses, and talking about herself in the third person, you know! She led a very colorful and unique life!

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]]> 3738 no Season 2 Introduction A quick introduction to Season Two! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 20 Aug 2011 15:39:15 -0000 Season 2 Introduction full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE A quick introduction of Season Two! A quick introduction to Season Two! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A quick introduction to Season Two!

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]]> 355 no Audio Postcard #2– Beckett and the Day of Museums An audio postcard from Beckett's vacation in Kentucky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 08 Aug 2011 23:25:03 -0000 Audio Postcard #2– Beckett and the Day of Museums full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE An audio postcard from Beckett's vacation in Kentucky. An audio postcard from Beckett's vacation in Kentucky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices An audio postcard from Beckett's vacation in Kentucky.

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]]> 688 no Audio Postcard #1 – Susan and the Painted Ladies An audio postcard about colorful Victorian homes from Susan's vacation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 04 Aug 2011 03:30:15 -0000 Audio Postcard #1 – Susan and the Painted Ladies full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE An audio postcard about colorful Victorian homes from Susan's vacation. An audio postcard about colorful Victorian homes from Susan's vacation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices An audio postcard about colorful Victorian homes from Susan's vacation.

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]]> 447 no Season 1 Wrap-Up and FAQ Minicast We wrap up our very first season with some frequently asked questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 19 Jul 2011 05:43:37 -0000 Season 1 Wrap-Up and FAQ Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We wrap up our very first season with some frequently asked questions. We wrap up our very first season with some frequently asked questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We wrap up our very first season with some frequently asked questions.

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]]> 2009 no Jennie Jerome Churchill Before she was Winston's mother, Jennie Jerome Churchill was a New York heiress who married into the British aristocracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:26:03 -0000 Jennie Jerome Churchill full 10 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Before she was Winston's mother, Jennie Jerome Churchill was a New York heiress who married into the British aristocracy. Before she was Winston's mother, Jennie Jerome Churchill was a New York heiress who married into the British aristocracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Before she was Winston's mother, Jennie Jerome Churchill was a New York heiress who married into the British aristocracy.

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]]> 2766 no Gilded Age Servants Not everyone in the Gilded Age had a wardrobe of Worth dresses and the luxury of boredom; an army of servants were required behind the scenes to ensure the Dollar Princesses’ success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 12 Jun 2011 10:09:25 -0000 Gilded Age Servants full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Not everyone in the Gilded Age had a wardrobe of Worth dresses and the luxury of boredom; an army of servants were required behind the scenes to ensure the Dollar Princesses’ success. Not everyone in the Gilded Age had a wardrobe of Worth dresses and the luxury of boredom; an army of servants were required behind the scenes to ensure the Dollar Princesses’ success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Not everyone in the Gilded Age had a wardrobe of Worth dresses and the luxury of boredom; an army of servants were required behind the scenes to ensure the Dollar Princesses’ success.

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]]> 1385 no Gilded Age Heiresses Call them whatever you want; Gilded Age Heiresses, Dollar Princesses, Buccaneers– they all point to the same type of woman. Spanning about a twenty year time period wealthy American ladies of marrying age headed across the pond to snag the ultimate in opulent accessories: a noble title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 03 Jun 2011 05:38:27 -0000 Gilded Age Heiresses full 9 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Call them whatever you want; Gilded Age Heiresses, Dollar Princesses, Buccaneers– they all point to the same type of woman. Spanning about a twenty year time period wealthy American ladies of marrying age headed across the pond to snag the ultimate in opulent accessories: a noble title. Call them whatever you want; Gilded Age Heiresses, Dollar Princesses, Buccaneers– they all point to the same type of woman. Spanning about a twenty year time period wealthy American ladies of marrying age headed across the pond to snag the ultimate in opulent accessories: a noble title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Call them whatever you want; Gilded Age Heiresses, Dollar Princesses, Buccaneers– they all point to the same type of woman. Spanning about a twenty year time period wealthy American ladies of marrying age headed across the pond to snag the ultimate in opulent accessories: a noble title.

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]]> 3681 no Age of Innocence Moviecast We recap and compare fact to fiction in 1993's movie adaptation of Edith Wharton's The Age of Innocence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 22 May 2011 20:43:57 -0000 Age of Innocence Moviecast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We recap and compare fact to fiction in 1993's movie adaptation of Edith Wharton's The Age of Innocence We recap and compare fact to fiction in 1993's movie adaptation of Edith Wharton's The Age of Innocence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We recap and compare fact to fiction in 1993's movie adaptation of Edith Wharton's The Age of Innocence

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]]> 2734 no “The" Mrs. Astor Caroline Schermerhorn Astor was the absolute boss of New York society for many years. Do not cross her, or you will be left out in the cold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 09 May 2011 22:13:07 -0000 “The" Mrs. Astor full 8 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Caroline Schermerhorn Astor was the absolute boss of New York society for many years. Do not cross her, or you will be left out in the cold. Caroline Schermerhorn Astor was the absolute boss of New York society for many years. Do not cross her, or you will be left out in the cold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Caroline Schermerhorn Astor was the absolute boss of New York society for many years. Do not cross her, or you will be left out in the cold.

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]]> 3880 no Annie Sullivan Macy Minicast Helen Keller called her "Teacher" but we call her remarkable and accomplished! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 28 Apr 2011 03:55:37 -0000 Annie Sullivan Macy Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Helen Keller called her "Teacher" but we call her remarkable and accomplished! Helen Keller called her "Teacher" but we call her remarkable and accomplished! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Helen Keller called her "Teacher" but we call her remarkable and accomplished!

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]]> 2276 no Helen Keller Writer, public speaker, friend, daughter, world traveler, and a woman who may have had physical disabilities, but was not disabled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 21 Apr 2011 07:15:59 -0000 Helen Keller full 7 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Writer, public speaker, friend, daughter, world traveler, and a woman who may have had physical disabilities, but was not disabled. Writer, public speaker, friend, daughter, world traveler, and a woman who may have had physical disabilities, but was not disabled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Writer, public speaker, friend, daughter, world traveler, and a woman who may have had physical disabilities, but was not disabled.

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]]> 4800 no Lizzie Borden Upper middle class Victorian New England: Polite conversations, genteel ladies, dapper gentlemen, beautiful architecture, and a 32 year old spinster taking a hatchet to her parents. Or did she? The woman that we discuss in this episode was propelled into the center of a media frenzy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 07 Apr 2011 04:14:26 -0000 Lizzie Borden full 6 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Upper middle class Victorian New England: Polite conversations, genteel ladies, dapper gentlemen, beautiful architecture, and a 32 year old spinster taking a hatchet to her parents. Or did she? The woman that we discuss in this episode was propelled into the center of a media frenzy. Upper middle class Victorian New England: Polite conversations, genteel ladies, dapper gentlemen, beautiful architecture, and a 32 year old spinster taking a hatchet to her parents. Or did she? The woman that we discuss in this episode was propelled into the center of a media frenzy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Upper middle class Victorian New England: Polite conversations, genteel ladies, dapper gentlemen, beautiful architecture, and a 32 year old spinster taking a hatchet to her parents. Or did she? The woman that we discuss in this episode was propelled into the center of a media frenzy.

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]]> 3814 no Dolley Madison Hello, Dolley: America's FIRST First Lady, networking hostess, and woman worth knowing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 24 Mar 2011 07:15:25 -0000 Dolley Madison full 5 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Hello, Dolley: America's FIRST First Lady, networking hostess and woman worth knowing! Hello, Dolley: America's FIRST First Lady, networking hostess, and woman worth knowing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hello, Dolley: America's FIRST First Lady, networking hostess, and woman worth knowing!

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]]> 2430 no Abigail Adams Feminism Minicast Was Abigail Adams a feminist? We discuss what we think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 17 Mar 2011 04:10:35 -0000 Abigail Adams Feminism Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE A discussion about the question: Was Abigail Adams a feminist? Was Abigail Adams a feminist? We discuss what we think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Was Abigail Adams a feminist? We discuss what we think.

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]]> 753 no Abigail Adams To call her a patriot, Second Lady, First Lady or mother of a president is just scratching the surface of Abigail Adams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 09 Mar 2011 09:38:26 -0000 Abigail Adams full 4 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE To call her a patriot, Second Lady, First Lady or mother of a president is just scratching the surface of Abigail Adams. To call her a patriot, Second Lady, First Lady or mother of a president is just scratching the surface of Abigail Adams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices To call her a patriot, Second Lady, First Lady or mother of a president is just scratching the surface of Abigail Adams.

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]]> 4206 no Red Riding Hood Minicast The history and versions of the beloved story of a little girl in dire situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 28 Feb 2011 03:29:09 -0000 Red Riding Hood Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE The history and versions of the beloved story of a little girl in a dire situation. The history and versions of the beloved story of a little girl in dire situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The history and versions of the beloved story of a little girl in dire situation.

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]]> 813 no Cinderella Once upon a time, in ancient Egypt, a princess was born. But before her happily ever after, she had to live a challenging life of servitude, duty, and a deep belief in her own character. The long life of the woman that we discuss in this episode crosses cultural, territorial and social lines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 22 Feb 2011 05:55:00 -0000 Cinderella full 3 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Once upon a time, in ancient Egypt, a princess was born. But before her happily ever after, she had to live a challenging life of servitude, duty, and a deep belief in her own character. The long life of the woman that we discuss in this episode crosses cultural, territorial and social lines. Once upon a time, in ancient Egypt, a princess was born. But before her happily ever after, she had to live a challenging life of servitude, duty, and a deep belief in her own character. The long life of the woman that we discuss in this episode crosses cultural, territorial and social lines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Once upon a time, in ancient Egypt, a princess was born. But before her happily ever after, she had to live a challenging life of servitude, duty, and a deep belief in her own character. The long life of the woman that we discuss in this episode crosses cultural, territorial and social lines.

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]]> 3170 no Little House Book Minicast We annotate the Little House book series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 15 Feb 2011 23:16:27 -0000 Little House Book Minicast full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE We annotate the Little House book series. We annotate the Little House book series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We annotate the Little House book series.

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]]> 1754 no Laura Ingalls Wilder Channel your inner pioneer. Think tall plains grasses, humble and hardworking people who knew what it meant to carve a life out of the rugged terrain. The woman we talk about this week is remembered for romanticizing her childhood and for sporting a really, sweet bonnet. But her reality was more gritty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 08 Feb 2011 06:40:58 -0000 Laura Ingalls Wilder full 2 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Channel your inner pioneer. Think tall plains grasses, humble and hardworking people who knew what it meant to carve a life out of the rugged terrain. The woman we talk about this week is remembered for romanticizing her childhood and for sporting a really, sweet bonnet. But her reality was more gritty. Channel your inner pioneer. Think tall plains grasses, humble and hardworking people who knew what it meant to carve a life out of the rugged terrain. The woman we talk about this week is remembered for romanticizing her childhood and for sporting a really, sweet bonnet. But her reality was more gritty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Channel your inner pioneer. Think tall plains grasses, humble and hardworking people who knew what it meant to carve a life out of the rugged terrain. The woman we talk about this week is remembered for romanticizing her childhood and for sporting a really, sweet bonnet. But her reality was more gritty.

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]]> 3995 no Marie Antoinette This is our first episode from 2011, there's a do-over for this doomed, yet fascinating and glamorous queen in episodes 53 and 54! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 31 Jan 2011 06:29:07 -0000 Marie Antoinette full 1 The History Chicks | AIRWAVE This is our first episode from 2011, there's a do-over for this doomed, yet fascinating and glamorous queen in episodes 53 and 54! This is our first episode from 2011, there's a do-over for this doomed, yet fascinating and glamorous queen in episodes 53 and 54! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is our first episode from 2011, there's a do-over for this doomed, yet fascinating and glamorous queen in episodes 53 and 54!

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]]> 4056 no Introduction to The History Chicks Introduction to The History Chicks The post Introduction to The History Chicks (Audio) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 20 Jan 2011 22:16:32 -0000 Introduction to The History Chicks full The History Chicks | AIRWAVE Introduction to The History Chicks The post Introduction to The History Chicks (Audio) appeared first on The History Chicks. Introduction to The History Chicks The post Introduction to The History Chicks (Audio) appeared first on The History Chicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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