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A fairy tale podcast for kids about real life extraordinary women from all over the world. Based on the bestselling series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, each episode explores the lives of women from the books, encouraging young listeners to ask questions and explore their interests.
Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/rgbc/subscribe Are you tired of reading the same angsty hero narrative over and over again? So are we. That's why we're examining stories that feature rebellious heroines through an intersectional feminist lens. In this podcast, we will go deep into the latest bestsellers, comic books, and English class-worthy literature without taking ourselves too seriously. It's a book club for feminist literary nerds. So, grab a cup of tea, a cozy blanket, and ...
Dewmini grew up in a poor area of Sri Lanka where severe droughts made life very difficult. But by following her dream and planting one seed at a time, she has cultivated a farm and a new life for her family and community. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was p…
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The Rage of Innocence interview with Kristin Henning
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Harmony interviews Kristin Henning, a public defender, professor at Georgetown University, and author of The Rage of Innocence: How America Criminalizes Black Youth. They talk about the school-to-prison pipeline, the adultification of black youth, and the hyper surveillance of black children. You can learn more about the book at rageofinnocence.com…
Carianne Brinkman is the manager of the band Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, a film producer, and the President of the Blackheart record label. In this episode, Carianne tells us all about her connection to her musical heroes, Joan Jett and Joni Mitchell! This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories f…
Trang grew up in a remote area of Vietnam and felt very lonely, until she met Bim Bim the duck. By teaching herself to make funny videos with her favorite animal friends and sharing them with the world, Trang has become a global sensation. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls.…
Yashika grew up in a small village in India where it was very unsafe for her to walk to school alone. But by learning karate and speaking out for the rights of young women like herself, she has been able to kick fear’s butt! This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was…
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Joni Mitchell Read by Carianne Brinkman
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Joni Mitchell is not only a musical legend, she is a force of resilience, creativity and positive change. Ever since she was almost paralyzed at 9 years old, she’s been teaching the world how to turn struggle into joy! This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produ…
Sapana grew up in a remote part of Nepal, where is was hard to get medical help. But after her family faced a terrible tragedy, Sapana decided that she was going to learn how to heal people with her very own hands. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced …
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Practicing Bibliomancy and trickle down therapy
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Harmony lacks the resources for therapy, so this week we practice some bookish mental health care. Bibliomancy is a spiritual tool for diving into the future and meaning-making. Maggie and Harmony use Bibliomancy on four books to make meaning of their current struggles. What Is Bibliomancy? Definition and Techniques In this episode: Lilith's Brood …
Get to know rockstar legend Joan Jett, who brought us the story of fellow rocker Kathleen Hanna. At just 16, Joan founded one of the first all-girl rock bands, the Runaways, and forever changed how the world thought about girls and rock n roll. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel G…
Whether fronting a punk band or helping to start the Riot Grrrl movement, Kathleen Hanna likes to be on the front lines of fighting for women’s rights. Rebels, get out your combat boots and hear how Kathleen fueled her own artistic and political rebellion. This episode was read by rockstar legend, Joan Jett. She founded one of the first all-girl ro…
[This episode originally aired August, 2021.] Although Joan Jett has been called the “Godmother of punk,” this rocker’s rise to super stardom came with plenty of twists and turns. From the time Joan picked up her first electric guitar at age 13 in 1971, she was met with the refrain that “girls don’t play guitars”—and that they certainly don’t play …
Growing up, Marsha knew who she was and it wasn’t who she looked like on the outside. Some bullied her for being different but she stood up for herself and others in the LGBTQ+ community creating safe spaces for all to be loved as they are. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls…
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Nandi Bushell Read by Jacqueline Green
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[This episode originally aired October 2021.] Once upon a time, there was a girl who went from making pancakes with her parents to making history as an international rockstar and YouTube sensation — all before turning twelve years old! Her name is Nandi. Jacqueline Green followed her dream to become a dancer with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Thea…
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Venus and Serena Williams: Queens of the Court
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Venus and Serena Williams are world champion tennis players. They are also each other’s biggest fans. As players, they’ve competed with and against each other. As sisters, they are forever inspiring and uplifting one another. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story wa…
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Vocational Awe and Librarianship: The Lies We Tell Ourselves
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This week Maggie and Harmony read "Vocational Awe and Librarianship: The Lies We Tell Ourselves" by Fobazi Ettarh. We talk about libraries as sacred places, what it means to find meaning in your labor, the dangers of assuming your work produces good, and so much more. In this episode: "Vocational Awe and Librarianship: The Lies We Tell Ourselves" b…
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Marie-Antoinette Katoto: Focused and Fierce
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Marie-Antoinette Katoto trusts her heart and her instincts on the field, letting them carry her towards the goal. This is how she’s helped her team win tournaments and championships and become the top scorer year after year. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was…
This week Maggie and Harmony talk about The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang. We talk about the balance of power dynamics in this novel, class pressures, navigating a world that is structured for neurotypical people when you are neurodivergent, and so much more. In this episode: The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang To follow our episode schedule, go here: …
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Ketanji Brown Jackson: Supremely Seated
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Ketanji always knew she wanted to be a judge, but some people dismissed her dreams due to her skin color. Still, she never let people’s doubts shake her confidence. She persevered and became the first Black Female Supreme Court Justice in U.S. history. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for…
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Beyoncé Knowles and Blue Ivy Carter: Fabulous and Fierce
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When Beyoncé was little, it took a lot for her to find her confidence and her voice. With time, she danced and sang her way into becoming one of the most successful musicians of all time. Her 10-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy, is now standing right beside her, singing and speaking out about the beauty and power of Black girls everywhere. This podcast …
This week Harmony and Maggie take a dive into some middle grade to discuss Amari and the Night Brothers by B. B. Alston. We talk about the power of radical joy, magic as metaphor for systemic injustice, what it means to have agency in the world as a kid, and so much more! In this episode: Amari and the Night Brothers by B. B. Alston To follow our e…
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Esther Okade: The Ultimate Problem Solver
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Esther Okade was born with a mind full of numbers and a passion for solving problems. A math prodigy, she mastered algebra at age four. With her deep love of math, she became one of the youngest people to ever enroll in college in the UK. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. …
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Judith Jamison Read by Jacqueline Green
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Once upon a time, there was a girl in a red-checkered shirt, long blue jeans, and pink ballet shoes, who was determined to change the world through dancing. Her name is Judith Jamison. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Isaac Kaplan-Woolner with s…
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Lucia Matzke: Connecting through Dance
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Lucia has been twirling and leaping since she was little. But when she was introduced to krump dancing, her whole world turned upside down. Sharing this daring artform is now her greatest joy and passion, channeling her body and her emotions. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Gir…
Get to know Mya-Rose Craig, who read us the story of Rachel Carson! Mya is a climate change and environmental activist and campaigner since she was 11 years old! Hear how she stays positive and gets kids excited about nature. This episode was produced by Joy Smith with sound design and mixing by John Marshall Media. Stay Rebel!…
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Rachel Carson Read by Mya-Rose Craig
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Rachel Carson was a scientist and author who wrote about the mysteries of nature. She spoke up when the environment was in danger and wanted people to understand how they were one small part of the huge, wide world. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced…
This week Harmony and Maggie read Kindred by Octavia E. Butler. It can't be a season of RGBC without an Octavia episode! We talk about time travel as a metaphor for generational trauma, what it means to depict humanity, power, and so much more. In this episode: Kindred by Octavia E. Butler To follow our episode schedule, go here: rebelgirlsbook.clu…
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"We Need Ceasefires Everywhere" by Bishop William Barber
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This week, Harmony and Maggie discuss Bishop William Barber's sermon "We Need Ceasefires Everywhere", given on Christmas Eve in 2022. We discuss the human impact of war, the power of oration, what it means to be a global citizen, and so much more. In this episode: "We Need Ceasefires Everywhere" by Bishop William Barber To follow our episode schedu…
Get to know Asma Khan, who read us the story of Poorna Malavath! Asma is an Indian-born British chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author. Hear how Asma is a disruptor in her industry, and what her mantra is when times get tough! This interview was produced by Joy Smith with editing by John Marshall Media. Thanks to Asma Khan for sharing her story wi…
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Poorna Malavath: Reach for the Top
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Poorna Malavath went from sweeping the floors at her elementary school to climbing Mount Everest at 13 years old! Find out how Poorna has scaled the highest mountains and is helping girls from India reach their ultimate heights. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story…
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For Conseula - Anti-Fascista by Claudia Jones
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This week Maggie and Harmony revisit the literary work and legacy of Claudia Jones, examining her poem "For Conseuala - Anti-Fascista". As always, poetry is challenging, but we work through it together to discuss solidarity in anti-colonial work. In this episode: Left of Karl Marx: The Political Life of Black Communist Claudia Jones by Carole Boyce…
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Hatshepsut: HERstory in Hieroglyphics
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She was the princess who became pharaoh, ruling over Egypt and ushering in a golden age of peace and prosperity. Many have tried to prevent Hatshepsut's story from being told, but her legacy has proven strong enough to withstand the ages. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. …
This week Harmony and Maggie walk you through their top books of 2022! Bonus: we also talk a little bit about our book goals (or lack thereof) for the new year. To follow our episode schedule, go here: rebelgirlsbook.club/the-syllabus. Follow our social media pages on Instagram www.instagram.com/rgbcpod/ Facebook www.facebook.com/RebelGirlsBookClub…
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Portia Mbau and Lumai de Smidt: The Secret Ingredient
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द्वारा Rebel Girls
[This episode originally aired March 2020.] This season, we invited our credit readers to interview our storytellers. Today, you'll hear from Ruth Reichl who narrated the previous episode about Julia Child. If you haven't listened to last week's episode, now is a good time to go back and check it out. Ruth reveals how her partner supported her when…
[This episode originally aired March 2020.] Once upon a time, there was a towering girl who would inspire a culinary revolution in America. Her name was Julia. Julia was a spy during World War II, but when she met her husband abroad--she withheld one important secret: she did not know how to cook. She soon enrolled as the first woman to attend Le C…
This week Harmony and Kevin talk about and recommend some queer holiday romances! Harmony has been on a year-long quest to find the best ones. Hear all about them here.To follow our episode schedule, go here: https://rebelgirlsbook.club/the-syllabus. Follow our social media pages on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rgbcpod/ Facebook https://www.…
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Junko Tabei Read by Kit DesLauriers
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(This episode originally aired 3/10/20) Once upon a time there was a girl who climbed to the very top of the world. Her name was Junko Tabei. In fourth grade, her teacher Watanabe-Sensei takes her class on a trip to a mountain. It’s bigger than any Junko’s ever seen, and she’s determined to make it to the top. After the trip, Junko becomes a mounta…
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Mademoiselle Revolution Interview with Zoe Sivak
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This week Maggie had the opportunity to sit down with Zoe Sivak to talk about her novel Mademoiselle Revolution. We talk about the French Revolution and its contemporary legacy, understanding historical context on a global stage, the complications of solidarity in person lives, and so much more! In this episode: Mademoiselle Revolution by Zoe Sivak…
Chloe Kim is a bold, gravity-defying, record-breaking snowboarder. Pushing through battles with online hate and the pressures of the spotlight, Chloe became the youngest woman to ever win an Olympic snowboarding gold medal. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was …
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The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea
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This week Maggie and Harmony read The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea by Maggie Tokuda-Hall. We talk about the power of storytelling and owning our narratives, the generational impacts of colonialism, and so much more! In this episode: The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea by Maggie Tokuda-Hall To follow our episode schedule, go here: https://rebelgi…
This week Harmony and Maggie finish their revisitation of Braiding Sweetgrass, reading page 201 through the end of the book. We talk about consumerism under capitalism, community vs individualism, abundance vs scarcity, and so much more! In this episode: Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer To follow our episode schedule, go here: https://reb…
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Patsy Mink: Fall Down Seven Times, Get up Eight
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Patsy Mink was the first woman of color and the first Asian-American woman elected to the U.S. Congress. She dedicated her life to making sure all races and all genders are treated equally. She faced many obstacles, but always found the courage to go on. This story is from the new Rebel Girls app! You can listen to more stories like this, PLUS slee…
[This episode originally aired June 2020.] This season, we invited kids to interview our storytellers. Today, you'll hear from Gayle King who narrated the previous episode about Oprah Winfrey. If you haven't yet listened to that episode, now is a great time to go back and check it out. About Gayle: Gayle King is co-host of CBS THIS MORNING, and an …
[This episode originally aired June 2020.] Once upon a time, there was a girl whose little voice grew to make a big difference. Her name was Oprah. When Oprah won a beauty pageant, a local radio invited her to the studio to realize her dream of becoming a broadcast journalist. But it wasn’t easy. Oprah did not fit into the image that media titans w…
This year, Harmony and Maggie revisit Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. This week, we read up to page 201. We talk about being in community with nature, philosophies of responsibly engaging with plant medicine as non-indigenous people, colonialism, and so much more. In this episode: Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer To follow our…
Get to know Jill Koziol, CEO and co-founder of Motherly, a well-being destination empowering 40 million women to thrive as mothers. Hear about Jill’s journey as an entrepreneur, and her advice to kids about starting their own business! This story was produced by Joy Smith with sound design and mixing by John Marshall Media. A special thanks to our …
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Loral Quinn and Eishel Quinn Read by Jill Koziol
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Loral and Eishel Quinn are a mother-daughter team of innovative inventors. They believe that everyone wants to help those in need, and they’re making it fun and easy to do so. This story was produced by Joy Smith with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. It was written and edited by Abby Sher and fact checked by Joe Rhatigan. Our executive prod…
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Mother Country Interview with Jacinda Townsend
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This week Harmony speaks with Jacinda Townsend, author of Mother Country, as part of Miami Book Fair 2022. We talk about motherhood, slavery, privilege, and so much more Jacinda Townsend, Sarai Walker, Ingrid Rojas Contreras, and Thrity Umrigar are just a few of the hundreds of authors from around the world gathering together in downtown Miami for …
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Maria Teresa Kumar: Voicing Your Dreams
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María Teresa Kumar knew from the time she became a US citizen at the age of nine that she wanted to be involved in the democratic process. As CEO of Voto Latino, she has helped register over one million Latinx voters to have their voices heard. This story was produced by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. It was written by N…
