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 ab...
11 Feb 20191h 27min
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. Visi...
27 Jan 20191h 23min
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 lea...
6 Jan 20191h 45min
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'...
15 Des 20181h 35min
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. Vi...
27 Nov 20181h 23min
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 me...
9 Nov 20182h 19min
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/adc...
13 Okt 20181h 15min
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
23 Sep 20181h 16min
