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Veuve Cliquot
Episode 241
Barbe-Nicole Clicquot built a luxury empire amid the turbulent politics of post-Revolution France. After years of battling everything from Napoleon t…
2 years, 6 months ago
Maria Montessori
Episode 240
We dove into our archives for the story of Maria Montessori who revolutionized education during the early 20th century with her unique approach to ch…
2 years, 7 months ago
Lillian Moller Gilbreth (and an announcement)
Episode 239
Lillian Gilbreth should be remembered for any of her life accomplishments: psychologist, industrial engineer, author, inventor, and pioneer in the fi…
2 years, 8 months ago
Barbie and Ruth Handler: A History
Episode 238
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 looki…
2 years, 8 months ago
Dido Elizabeth Belle and Sarah Forbes Bonetta
Episode 237
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 Geo…
2 years, 8 months ago
The Statue of Liberty 2023
Episode 236
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 t…
2 years, 9 months ago
Queen Charlotte, Part Two
Episode 234
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 …
2 years, 10 months ago
Queen Charlotte Part 1
Episode 233
As the Season is now upon us, all the elegant individuals of the ton await news regarding their beloved queen. With scandalous fabrications confusing…
2 years, 10 months ago
Washington DC Field Trip Recap
Episode 232
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 ne…
2 years, 10 months ago
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Mega-Episode
Episode 231
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, chall…
2 years, 11 months ago