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Women Did That

Women Did That

26 episodes

8 months ago

Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into the story of Eve Curie, Marie Curie's second daughter. Although Eve did not follow the science science path as the rest of her family, her story is one of incredible sacrifice and determination to help others.Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidThat Please leave us a review and subscribe! It really helps our small podcast grow and reach new listeners. Our theme music was created by: freesibs Thanks so much to Buzzsprout for m...

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Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into the story of Eve Curie, Marie Curie's second daughter. Although Eve did not follow the science science path as the rest of her family, her story is one of incredible sacrifice and determination to help others.Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidThat Please leave us a review and subscribe! It really helps our small podcast grow and reach new listeners. Our theme music was created by: freesibs Thanks so much to Buzzsprout for m...

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Eve Curie - Artist, Journalist, War Correspondent

Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into the story of Eve Curie, Marie Curie's second daughter. Although Eve did not follow the science science path as the rest of her family, her story is one of incredible sacrifice and determination to help others.Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidThat Please leave us a review and subscribe! It really helps our small podcast grow and reach new listeners. Our theme music was created by: freesibs Thanks so much to Buzzsprout for m...

1 year ago

1 hour 18 minutes

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Irene Joliot-Curie: Scientist Extraordinaire

Send us a textGet ready for a science class! This week we talk all things Irene Joliot-Curie. Irene was the daughter of famed scientist, Marie Curie, and a scientific force in her own right. From serving in two World Wars, to her amazing work on radioactivity still used today, Irene proved time and time again that she was an incredible woman. Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidThat Please leave us a review and subscribe! It really helps our small podcast grow...

1 year ago

1 hour 15 minutes

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Alison Bechdel: Cartoonist, originator of the "Bechdel Test"

Send us a textThis week, we dive into the story of iconic cartoonist and feminist champion, Alison Bechdel. Alison not only created the "Bechdel Test" that is used to mneasure the representation of women in media, but she also wrote and illustrated some of the most iconic American cartoons of the last century. Her work, "Fun Home: A Family Tragicomic", chronicles her childhood, and was also adapted into a Tony-Award-Winning musical.Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidTh...

1 year ago

1 hour

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Agatha Christie: Famed Murder-Mystery Writer

Send us a textThis week we dive in to the story of prolific murder-mystery author, Agatha Christie. With over 60 literary works, including some of the most famous murder-mystery pieces, Agatha cemented her legacy as one of the best murder-mystery writers in history. Oh, did we also mention she was the founder of a club for the most noteworthy mystery writers in history, the Detection Club? You won't want to miss this one!Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidThat Ple...

1 year ago

1 hour 7 minutes

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Send us a textDon't worry, we're not going anywhere!Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidThat Please leave us a review and subscribe! It really helps our small podcast grow and reach new listeners. Our theme music was created by: freesibs Thanks so much to Buzzsprout for making the creation of this podcast possible! They provided so many amazing tools and tips that made the process of creating our first podcast so much easier. If you have ever wanted to start your own p...

2 years ago

4 minutes

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Laura Gardin Fraser: Sculptor, Numismatic Icon

Send us a textHow much do you think about quarters? In this episode, we talk about Laura Gardin Fraser, the first woman to design an American coin and the scandal behind American quarters.Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidThat Please leave us a review and subscribe! It really helps our small podcast grow and reach new listeners.Our theme music was created by: freesibsThanks so much to Buzzsprout for making the creation of this podcast possible! They provided so m...

2 years ago

36 minutes

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Mamie Phipps Clark: PhD of Psychology, Educational Researcher

Send us a textThis episode is all about the incredible Mamie Phipps Clark. As one of two African-Americans to receive her PhD in psychology from Columbia University, Mamie's work in the field of education became invaluable in landmark cases such as Brown V. Board of Education. You won't want to miss this one!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Be su...

2 years ago

52 minutes

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Mary Jones Parrish Part 2: Chronicler of Atrocities

Send us a textIn this episode, we finish out Mary's story, and talk about her experiences in surviving the Tulsa Race Massacre. Mary's story of survival lead to one of the only accounts of the atrocities, and is one of the only reasons they are remembered today.Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidThat Please leave us a review and subscribe! It really helps our small podcast grow and reach new listeners.Our theme music was created by: freesibsThanks so much to Buzzs...

3 years ago

54 minutes

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Mary Jones Parrish Part 1: Chronicler of the Tulsa Race Massacre

Send us a textIn 1921, the Greenwood district of Tulsa, Oklahoma, often hailed as Black Wall Street, was razed to the ground by a white mob. But who recorded this horrific event? Mary Elizabeth Jones Parrish, herself a survivor, was not about to let this vicious attack be swept under the rug. She tracked down survivors and compiled their stories in first book about the event. In this episode we discuss the beginnings of Mary's life and the events that led up to the Tulsa Race Massacre.&...

3 years ago

53 minutes

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Anne Boleyn Part 5: The Tragic End

Send us a textIn our final episode on Anne Boleyn, we detail the final, dramatic, and tragic years of Anne's life, including her horrific death.Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidThat Please leave us a review and subscribe! It really helps our small podcast grow and reach new listeners.Our theme music was created by: freesibsThanks so much to Buzzsprout for making the creation of this podcast possible! They provided so many amazing tools and tips that made the pro...

3 years ago

45 minutes

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Anne Boleyn Part 4: Finally Queen

Send us a textIn this episode, Anne Boleyn finally ascends to the throne after years of work, but she's not finished! Anne was a religious reformer, Queen of Charity, and a dedicated mother to the one and only Queen Elizabeth the First. Find out all of the incredible she did with her newfound power!Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidThat Please leave us a review and subscribe! It really helps our small podcast grow and reach new listeners.Our theme music was creat...

3 years ago

42 minutes

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Anne Boleyn Part 3: Ascending the Throne

Send us a textThis week, we return to our series on Anne Boleyn as her story starts to heat up. As Anne moves closer and closer towards becoming Henry’s queen, a multitude of difficult problems begin to arise, including problematic relationships amongst Anne, Catherine, and Henry. You won’t want to miss the drama.Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidThat Please leave us a review and subscribe! It really helps our small podcast grow and reach new listeners.Our theme ...

3 years ago

44 minutes

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Sojourner Truth: The first black woman to win a case against a white man

Send us a textIn perhaps our most important episode to date, we take a brief break from our series on Anne Boleyn to break down the incredible life of abolitionist, Sojourner Truth. After escaping slavery in 1826, Sojourner dedicated her life to abolitionism, justice, and freedom for all. From becoming the first black woman to win a case against a white man in 1828, to giving the iconic "Ain't I a Woman?" speech, and even holding an audience with President Abraham Lincoln, Sojourner's life wa...

3 years ago

48 minutes

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Anne Boleyn Part 2: Anne and her crazy family

Send us a textPart 2 of 5! In part 2 of our series on Anne Boleyn, we detail the messy history of Anne’s family, and her continued ascent to the English crown. In this episode, we also provide a brief history of King Henry VIII, including his extremely troubling childhood.Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidThat Please leave us a review and subscribe! It really helps our small podcast grow and reach new listeners.Our theme music was created by: freesibsThanks so mu...

3 years ago

55 minutes

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Anne Boleyn Part 1: Queen, Wife, Reformation Catalyst

Send us a textAnne Boleyn: the second, and arguably most influential, wife of Henry VIII. In the first part of a multi-episode story, we break down the early years of this prolific queen, and the start of her accession to the throne. We also discuss our issues with her portrayal in the hit Broadway musical, Six.Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidThat Please leave us a review and subscribe! It really helps our small podcast grow and reach new listeners....

3 years ago

46 minutes

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Catherine of Aragon: Queen of England, first wife of Henry VIII, incredible leader

Send us a textCatherine of Aragon... The amazing, beloved queen of England was the first wife of Henry VIII, and recently brought into public discussion through the Broadway musical, “Six”. Know for her piety and her strong religious attachments, Catherine became known as a well-loved and powerful Queen of England. So much so that Catherine was even left in charge of England while her husband was away. This episode details the amazing life of Catherine, as well as the numerous hardships she e...

3 years ago

50 minutes

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Artemisia Part 2: Painter extraordinaire, overcoming all odds

Send us a textThis is part 2 of the incredible life of Artemisia. Following the horrific outcomes from her court case detailed in part 1, Artemisia overcame and absolutely thrived. She became one of the most well-known and respected painters in all of Italy. In this episode, we follow Artemisia's incredible success, her interesting friendship with none other than Galileo, her time teaching (which mostly involved teaching men how to paint), and much more. Be sure to check us out on Twitte...

3 years ago

49 minutes

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Artemisia Gentileschi Part 1: A world-renowned painter, and her tragic story.

Send us a textThis episode gets real deep. Artemisia is considered to be one of the most prolific painters of the 17th century. In an age when women had virtually zero opportunities within the visual arts, Artemisia was one of the first women to gain international attention for her art. However, Artemisia's story is also one of overcoming incredible tragedy and trauma. TRIGGER WARNING! This episode discusses many difficult subjects including: sexual assault, rape, and torture. If this is at a...

3 years ago

50 minutes

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Abigail Adams: A key founder of the United States

Send us a textAbigail Adams. The force behind the second President of the United States, John Adams. Though history often remembers John more, it was the actions and intelligence of Abigail that made John the President he was. Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram! @WomenDidThat Please leave us a review and subscribe! It really helps our small podcast grow and reach new listeners.Our theme music was created by: freesibsThanks so much to Buzzsprout for making the creation ...

3 years ago

49 minutes

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Mary Shelley: Creator of science-fiction?

Send us a textWe all know Mary Shelley as the writer of the high-school-required-reading classic, Frankenstein, but in fact, Mary’s creation of the infamous monster is often described as the first piece of modern science-fiction. Mary was not only the creator of the science-fiction genre, she was also a hardcore, gothic woman. From losing her virginity on top of her mother’s grave, to keeping the calcified heart of her deceased husband in her writing desk, Mary Shelley was absolutely metal.&n...

3 years ago

41 minutes