Womanica
Thinking back to our history classes growing up, we had one question: Where the ladies at? Enter, Womanica. In just 5 minutes a day, learn about different incredible women from throughout history. On Wonder Media Network’s award-winning podcast, we’re telling the stories of women you may or may not know — but definitely should.

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Outsiders: Joan Clarke

Outsiders: Joan Clarke

Joan Clarke (1917-1996) was a codebreaker for the British armed forces during World War II. Her work alongside famous computer scientist Alan Turing was pivotal in decoding Nazi communications and bri...

9 Jun 20257min

Outsiders: Hipparchia of Maroneia

Outsiders: Hipparchia of Maroneia

Hipparchia of Maroneia (c.300 BCE) was a Greek philosopher and one of the few women known to have actively participated in ancient philosophical discourse. A member of the Cynic school, she rejected w...

6 Jun 20255min

Outsiders: Annie Hindle

Outsiders: Annie Hindle

Annie Hindle (c. 1840s - c. 1900s) was an actress, comic, and performer who was famous in American variety circuits in the late 1800s. Born in England, and making her name in the Music Hall scene ther...

5 Jun 20257min

Outsiders: Otake Kōkichi

Outsiders: Otake Kōkichi

Ōtake Kōkichi (1893-1966) was a feminist writer, artist, and activist in early 20th century Japan. She was a member of the Japanese Bluestocking Society, which aimed to promote women's rights through ...

4 Jun 20256min

Outsiders: Patti McGee

Outsiders: Patti McGee

Patti McGee (1945-2024) a pioneering American skateboarder who became the first female professional in the sport during the 1960s. She gained national fame after winning the 1964 National Skateboard C...

3 Jun 20256min

Outsiders: Toyen

Outsiders: Toyen

Toyen (1902-1980), born Marie Čermínová, was a gender-nonconforming Czech surrealist painter. They blurred boundaries not only of gender but of artistic form, producing erotically charged, dreamlike i...

2 Jun 20255min

Word Weavers: Dolores Huerta

Word Weavers: Dolores Huerta

Dolores Huerta (1930-present) is one of the most influential labor activists of the 20th century and a leader of the Chicano civil rights movement. She helped found the organization now known as Unite...

30 Mai 20257min

Word Weavers: Jean Harlow

Word Weavers: Jean Harlow

Jean Harlow (1911-1937) was an American actress known as the original “Blonde Bombshell.” She grew to stardom as an extra in silent films and early talkies, captivating audiences with her appearance. ...

29 Mai 20256min

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