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Lost Women of Science

Lost Women of Science
Women In Science
Ruby Payne-Scott
World War II
Annie Montague Alexander
Radio Astronomy
Interferometry
Lilian Bland
John Tyndall
Eunice Foote
Adolescence
Museum Of Vertebrate Zoology
Paleontology
Retrolental Fibroplasia
Design
Sara Little Turnbull
Flight
Greenhouse Gas Effect
Samoa
Margaret Mead
Louise Kellogg

For every Marie Curie or Rosalind Franklin whose story has been told, hundreds of female scientists remain unknown to the public at large. In this series, we illuminate the lives and work of a diverse array of groundbreaking scientists who, because of time, place and gender, have gone largely unrecognized. Each season we focus on a different scientist, putting her narrative into context, explainin... more

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Frances Glessner Lee discovered her true calling later in life. An heiress without formal schooling, she was in her fifties when she transformed her fascination with true crime and medicine into the foundation of a new field: forensic science. In the... more

In this episode, Katie Hafner joins Alexis Pedrick and Mariel Carr to bring you The Mothers of Gynecology, part of Innate: How Science Invented the Myth of Race, a podcast and magazine project produced by the Science History Institute that explores t... more

Born in 1850, Sarah Loguen found her calling as a child, when she helped her parents and Harriet Tubman bandage the leg of an injured person escaping slavery. When the Civil War ended and Reconstruction opened up opportunities for African Americans, ... more

Nacida en 1850, Sarah Loguen encontró su vocación cuando era niña, cuando ayudó a sus padres y a Harriet Tubman a vendar la pierna de una persona herida que escapaba de la esclavitud. Cuando terminó la Guerra Civil y la Reconstrucción abrió oportunid... more

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Recent Guests

Bruce Goldfarb
Author and former Chief Medical Examiner for the State of Maryland
Maryland State Government
Episode: Frances Glessner Lee: The Mother of Forensic Science
Kristin Rudder-Frost
Curator of Science at the National Museum of American History
Smithsonian Institution
Episode: Frances Glessner Lee: The Mother of Forensic Science
Ariel O'Connor
Objects conservator, referred to as an 'art doctor'
Episode: Frances Glessner Lee: The Mother of Forensic Science
Dr. Erwin Tiongson
Economist and Professor at Georgetown, also involved in Filipino-American history.
Georgetown University
Episode: Emma Unson Rotor: la física filipina que desarrolló un arma ultrasecreta
Sylvia Dalla
Professor of solar physics at the University of Central Lancashire
University of Central Lancashire
Episode: Best Of: The Victorian Woman Who Chased Eclipses
Lindsay Fletcher
Professor of astrophysics at the University of Glasgow
University of Glasgow
Episode: Best Of: The Victorian Woman Who Chased Eclipses
Carl Zimmer
Award-winning New York Times columnist and author of 15 books about science
New York Times
Episode: Lost Women of Science Conversations: Air-borne
Claudia Scharf
Pediatra dominicana y profesora de medicina
Episode: Siguiendo los pasos de Evangelina | 5
Alejandra Alemani
Actriz dominicana que interpretó a Evangelina en una producción teatral
Episode: Siguiendo los pasos de Evangelina | 5

Hosts

Katie Hafner
Co-executive producer of the series, bringing a journalistic background to the storytelling.
Laura Gómez
Host of the series, engaging listeners in exploring the stories of forgotten female scientists.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 406 ratings
  • I absolutely love this podcast.

    This is an incredibly intelligent, insightful, respectful, in-depth look at individuals who did not receive their proper due in the pages of history because they were female. Excellent reporting, excellent editing, excellent everything. They could teach podcasts how to be good podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melidawna
    United Statesa year ago
  • More interesting topics!

    I really like some episodes but would love more interesting topics for people who aren’t strictly into really sciencey stuff!More healthcare related science and more ranging topics please! <3

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    kaitlyn_2010
    Canadaa year ago
  • The best

    I absolutely love this podcast! The stories are so well put together, so interesting, and told with vigor and care. Cant get enough!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GINNA993
    United Statesa year ago
  • Welcome the stranger

    What I love about “Lost Women of Science” is that it describes how women discovered new scientific ideas because women are ‘wired’ differently. Unfortunately, many men are so busy protecting their own control over everyone else that we have missed opportunities to advance our scientific knowledge. Our species would be better off if everyone was welcomed to the table.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raging Southpaw
    United Statesa year ago
  • I love this 😍

    It was awesome listening to this podcast. I listened to all 83 episodes and I loved all of them. Please come out with more.😍😍😍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr & Mac
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the intelligent and respectful examination of women who have not received proper recognition in history.
There is a call for a wider variety of topics to cater to diverse interests, suggesting a desire for broader content beyond strictly scientific discussions.
Overall, listeners express admiration for the show, emphasizing its importance in addressing gender disparities in science.
Many highlight the compelling storytelling and in-depth research presented in each episode, showcasing essential contributions of female scientists.
The podcast has been commended for its production quality and engaging hosts, making it enjoyable to listen to.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#85
United States/Science
Apple Podcasts
#27
Canada/Science
Apple Podcasts
#77
United Kingdom/Science
Apple Podcasts
#37
Australia/Science
Apple Podcasts
#203
France/Science
Apple Podcasts
#10
New Zealand/Science

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Lost Women of Science Conversations: Air-borne
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about what the state of polio knowledge was at the time and what precisely a polio detective did?
At the time, polio was a mysterious disease that struck without warning, and Mildred's role as a polio detective was to gather data on how the disease spread, contrary to the prevailing belief that it was spread through water or food rather than air.
Lost Women of Science Conversations: Air-borne
Q: Can you please tell us about Mildred Weeks Wells? Where and how she grew up and what led her to the field of aerobiology?
Mildred, born into a prominent family in Texas, faced significant personal trauma in her early life which shaped her strong will. She graduated from medical school and began working in a public health lab, eventually meeting her husband William and venturing into the field of aerobiology.
Lost Women of Science Conversations: Lady Tan's Circle of Women
Q: How did you balance fictionalizing parts of Tan's story while preserving historical accuracy?
It was difficult, but I relied heavily on historical texts and the details provided in Tan's own writings.
Lost Women of Science Conversations: Lady Tan's Circle of Women
Q: What was your reaction when Lisa suggested writing a fictional account of Tan Yunxian's life?
I was really excited because I believed Tan wanted to be known, and a novel would make her story more accessible than my academic work.
Lost Women of Science Conversations: Lady Tan's Circle of Women
Q: Can you tell us what happened when you discovered Tan Yunxian during the pandemic?
It was by pure chance that I came across her story while I was researching another topic, and it captivated me immediately.

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This series shines a light on the untold stories of female scientists whose contributions have been overlooked throughout history. Each season features a different pioneering woman, providing an in-depth exploration of her life, work, and the socio-historical context surrounding her achievements. The storytelling weaves together scientific insights and personal narratives, revealing how these women's efforts paved the way for future advancement in their respective fields. The unique focus on often-neglected female figures in science distinguishes the series, turning the spotlight on their remarkable contributions and addressing the systemic barriers they faced in the male-dominated scientific community.

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Recent guests on Lost Women of Science include:

1. Bruce Goldfarb
2. Kristin Rudder-Frost
3. Ariel O'Connor
4. Dr. Erwin Tiongson
5. Sylvia Dalla
6. Lindsay Fletcher
7. Carl Zimmer
8. Claudia Scharf

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