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Women In History
Alice Roosevelt
World War II
Theodore Roosevelt
Janina Mehlberg
Mata Hari
Women's Rights
Holocaust
United States History
Frances Perkins
Emily Spinach
Suffrage Movement
China
Helen Foster Snow
Poland
Resistance Movement
Exotic Dance
World War I
Irene Of Athens
Byzantine Empire

What’sHerName puts the women back into world history. Hosts Dr. Katie Nelson and Olivia Meikle are professors-turned-podcasters (and sisters!) Weaving interviews with experts into vivid, nuanced biographies, What'sHerName women's history podcast tells the stories of fascinating women you’ve never heard of (but should have). Fascinating and funny, thought-provoking and insightful. New episodes biwe... more

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When a history-making Copper Age burial was unearthed in southern Spain in 2008, the world was stunned by the incredibly beautiful - and utterly unprecedented - artifacts found in the tomb of the so-called 'Ivory Man.' But fifteen years later, the ar... more

Violeta Parra needs no introduction in Latin America: not only did she record the greatest album in Chilean history, she also collected two thousand folk songs, danced in the Poor Circus, sang in the streets, and --incredibly-- exhibited at the Louvr... more

Leonora Sansay lived through the last chaotic years of the Haitian Revolution - but the book she wrote about it would tell an entirely unexpected story.

Join returning guest Dr. Maria Windell as we explore the fascinatingly "messy-complicated" life ... more

135 years ago, Norwegian immigrant Thea Foss lived in a ramshackle driftwood houseboat on the coast of Tacoma Washington. Kind, capable, and hard-working, she was an anchor for hundreds more immigrants during America's Gilded Age. Thea built the larg... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Marta Cintas Peña
Professor of archaeology and prehistory at the University of Sevilla, and involved in the Ivory Lady's excavation.
University of Sevilla
Episode: THE MYSTERY The Ivory Lady
Ericka Verba
Director and professor of Latin American studies at California State University, Los Angeles.
California State University, Los Angeles
Episode: THE FOLKLORISTA Violeta Parra
Maria Windell
Associate professor of English at the University of Colorado Boulder, early American literature scholar and a former professor of Katie and Olivia.
University of Colorado Boulder
Episode: THE WITNESS Leonora Sansay
Laura Miller
An endowed professor of Japanese studies and anthropology, specializing in women in Japanese history and culture.
University of Missouri St. Louis
Episode: THE SHAMAN QUEEN Himiko
Maria Dimitriadou
Curator of the Historical Archives Department at the Benaki Museum in Athens
Benaki Museum
Episode: THE PEACE WEAVER Eva Palmer Sikelianos
Ruby Lal
Professor of South Asian History and author of 'Vagabond Princess'
Episode: THE VAGABOND PRINCESS Gulbadan Begum
Dr. Daisy Dunn
An author and classicist, specializing in women's history in the ancient world.
Author of The Missing Thread, A Women's History of the Ancient World
Episode: THE DOER Fulvia
Karen Wang Diggs
Author of The Book of Awesome Asian Women, chef and nutritionist, passionate about researching obscure women's stories.
Episode: THE CLAIRVOYANT QUEEN Seondeok
Rory Coppelstone
Manager of the Visitor Center at Clonakilty Blackpudding
Clonakilty Blackpudding
Episode: THE SAUSAGE MAKER Johanna O'Brien

Hosts

Dr. Katie Nelson
Co-host and professor, dedicated to highlighting women's narratives in history.
Olivia Meikle
Co-host and professor, passionate about uncovering women's stories and rights.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • What an amazing find!

    I’m so glad I stumbled upon this podcast. I found it as I’m doing research on early female escape artists. I have only listened to Episode 8: The Disappearing Woman Adelaide Herrmann and the latest episode on Violeta Parra. I was in tears, this podcast is so good! I can’t wait to listen to all the episodes. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GeorgiaGeis
    United States23 days ago
  • Amazing inspiring stories

    Just found this podcast and it’s so great! Inspiring and moving stories about amazing women and the hosts are funny too. My new favourite podcast :-)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chloe_Amber
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Ray of Light

    Whenever I feel sad about the state of things, I listen to an episode and feel hopeful and inspired.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BooksMcGee
    United States5 months ago
  • So many women

    I have learned about so many truly great women from Katie and Olivia. From Frances Perkins to Genghis Khan’s daughters to The Great Sandwina, there are women throughout history who are brought to light and I love knowing who they were!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @loveslit
    United States8 months ago
  • Who is this cohost??

    A well researched podcast marred by the useless cohost who chimes in HMMM or WOAHHHHH every other sentence and literally adds zero other value. Please omit this person it’s so distracting and amateur.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Bzn8735
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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The podcast is recommended for those interested in women's history and educational content, often shared among friends and family.
Many fans express that they feel inspired and empowered by the stories shared, emphasizing the importance of women's roles in history.
The podcast is characterized by its engaging hosts who blend humor with historical narratives, making learning enjoyable.
Some reviews point out that the hosts' delivery may not appeal to all, with critiques on their conversational style.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and well-researched storytelling that brings often-overlooked women in history to light.

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#159
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Apple Podcasts
#186
South Korea/History

Talking Points

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THE FOLKLORISTA Violeta Parra
Q: What was the significance of Violeta Parra's song 'Gracias a la Vida'?
It became a transcendent song that expressed universal themes of love, hope, and pain, contributing to her global fame.
THE FOLKLORISTA Violeta Parra
Q: What made Violeta Parra's approach to collecting music unique?
Violeta Parra embraced the notion of creating authentic music rather than merely performing popular tunes for entertainment.
THE VAGABOND PRINCESS Gulbadan Begum
Q: What did Gulbadan do after her father's death?
After her father, Babur, died, Gulbadan lived through her brother Humayun's short reign and witnessed significant family intrigue and struggles for power until the Mughal Empire was reestablished under Akbar.
THE RELUCTANT EMPRESS Sisi
Q: What was Sisi's impact on Hungary and how did she navigate her oppressive environment?
Sisi's understanding of her people's plight allowed her to advocate for them, and she used her popularity to influence her husband, Franz Josef, to adopt a more lenient approach towards Hungary, successfully preventing bloodshed and pushing for reforms.
THE SOLID CITIZEN Frances Perkins
Q: Do you think Frances Perkins was satisfied with what she had accomplished?
Stephanie Dray noted that Perkins, like Hamilton, was never satisfied and always felt there was more to fix or advocate for.

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3. Maria Windell
4. Laura Miller
5. Maria Dimitriadou
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