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The Schuyler Sisters - a conversation with author Amanda Vaill
Episode 71
Since the musical Hamilton opened on Broadway, we've been getting a lot of requests to cover the Schuyler sisters, Angelica, Eliza and Peggy…
9 years, 9 months ago
Mary Todd Lincoln (Part 2)
Episode 70
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…
9 years, 9 months ago
Mary Todd Lincoln (Part 1)
Episode 69
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 o…
9 years, 10 months ago
Madam CJ Walker
Episode 68
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 on…
9 years, 10 months ago
Q and A
Episode 67
What would you serve Dorothy Parker for dinner? What are your favorite things from pop culture? When will you cover the Schuyler Sisters? Li…
9 years, 11 months ago
Zelda Fitzgerald
Episode 66
Zelda Fitzgerald - the original Manic Pixie Dream Girl, muse of F. Scott, has been remembered as a trophy, a fashion icon, a mental patient,…
9 years, 11 months ago
"Miss Potter" Moviecast
Episode 65
We cannot get enough Beatrix Potter! Here is our coverage of the 2006 movie "Miss Potter," starring Renee Zellweger in the title role. …
10 years ago
Beatrix Potter
Episode 64
Though she's chiefly known for her charming illustrations, Beatrix Potter was more than an artist and author; she was a scientist, conservat…
10 years ago
Catherine The Great (Part 2)
Episode 63
When we last left the Grand Duchess Catherine, she was feeling alone, unloved and unnecessary. She had just given birth and the child, Paul,…
10 years, 1 month ago
A Conversation With Carol Wallace
Episode 62
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'…
10 years, 2 months ago