The History Chicks : A Women's History Podcast

Marie Curie, a remarkable scientist known for her groundbreaking work in radioactivity, is the guest on this episode. The podcast delves into her life, including her defiance against oppression in Poland, her love for studying, her journey as a governess, her wedding and honeymoon bike tour, and her discovery of x-rays, radioactivity, and elements. It also explores the challenges of obtaining uranium, the dangers of uranium, the personal challenges she faced, her homeschool program, strained relationships, and the sexist backlash she experienced. The episode concludes by discussing her achievements, legacy, and references in popular culture, along with a discussion on the role of artificial intelligence in healthcare.

Lady Bird Johnson was First Lady during a turbulent time in the US. While her methods and voice may not have been the loudest, she touched many lives, changed many hearts, and left a beautiful legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From her birth at a French dinner table to her place in the hearts of people all over the world, we revisit our 2018 coverage of the life of this American icon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1889, Aunt Jemima crossed from the footlights to the grocery store, where she's been a fixture for 131 years. On the eve of her departure, we give you the dark history of this American icon - and the stories of a few women who made her come alive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fannie Lou Hamer began life as a small child whose hard labor was key to her family’s survival. She grew up to become a fiery civil rights activist who would not be silenced by intimidation, violence, or the personal wishes of the President of the United States himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're watching Hulu's, The Great, and wondering what parts are the "occasionally true," we finish the real Catherine's story in this, the second of two episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you watched Hulu's series, The Great, and wondered what parts were true? Here is a revisit to part one of our coverage of the very true life of Catherine the Great, a German princess who became the Empress of Russia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zephyr Wright's spicy Pedernales River Chili made her one of the most famous cooks in America... and her peppery relationship with President Lyndon B. Johnson made her a notable figure in the struggle for Civil Rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A quick check-in, a catch-up...just a little chat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We thought we could all use an example of a woman who faced an unexpected disaster of titanic proportions and not only survived, but used her brains, bravery, and wits to help others also survive in the process. Join us as we revisit our 2012 coverage of Margaret "Molly" Brown, and our own Field Trip to visit the Titanic (sort of) on the 108th anniversary of the maritime disaster...but, it's a story of inspiration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices