HerStance delves into the lives of extraordinary women who shaped our world, revealing their vital contributions to culture, industry, education, and art. We go beyond the history books to explore their challenges and triumphs, drawing parallels to current social issues. Each episode culminates in a practical 'HerStance Challenge,' empowering you to take action in your own community and join the movement for true equality. Join us to be inspired, informed, and part of a powerful legacy of ch ...
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S2: Episode 27 - Frances Perkins, The Architect of the New Deal
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Send us a text In this episode of HerStance, we pull back the curtain on the true architect of the New Deal: Frances Perkins, the woman who wasn't just the first female Cabinet Secretary but the driving force behind the most significant social reforms in American history. We explore her journey from a strict, conservative upbringing to a radical so…
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Episode 26: The Women Who Changed the World-- Female Nobel Laureates
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Send us a text The Nobel Prize honors monumental achievement, a recognition that inspires us to uphold the ideals of knowledge, compassion, and courage. But for countless women, that recognition has been slow to arrive, even as their work fundamentally shaped our understanding of the world. This episode dives deep into the lives and work of women w…
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Episode 25: The Unofficial President—Eva Perón, a Feminist Force?
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Send us a text Today, we're diving into the dramatic, controversial, and deeply moving story of María Eva Duarte de Perón—better known simply as Evita. Her ascent from rural poverty to become the most powerful woman in Argentine history is one of Latin America's most compelling tales. She forever changed her nation's political landscape, but was sh…
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Episode 24: Margaret Sanger - The Empathy Engine Against Obscenity
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Send us a text This week, we dive into the life and explosive legacy of Margaret Sanger—the radical nurse who coined the term "birth control" and took on a federal anti-obscenity law, the Comstock Act of 1873, to educate on and deliver reproductive health. We're calling her an "Empathy Engine" because her fight was born from a deep, human compassio…
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A HerStance Special -- Conversations with a Catalyst: Dotty Delafield
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Send us a text Welcome to Conversations with a Catalyst, a new series on the show! In these special episodes, we'll shift the format a bit to highlight incredible contemporary women who are not only reflecting on the legacies of our foremothers but also building a more equitable future for the generations to come. For our very first Conversations w…
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Episode 22: Carol Burnett - The Trailblazing Queen of Comedy
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Send us a text From an aspiring playwright to the first woman to host her own variety show, Carol Burnett has been a trailblazer, a comedic genius, and a feminist icon. At 91 years old, she's still breaking ground as the oldest woman to be nominated for a comedy acting Emmy in 2024. A seven-time Emmy winner already, Burnett has been entertaining au…
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Episode 21: How Billie Jean King Served Up a Revolution
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Send us a text Welcome back to HerStance, the podcast that looks at the world through the lens of groundbreaking women. Today, we're lacing up our sneakers and stepping onto the court with a woman who didn't just play the game—she changed it, for everyone. This is the story of Billie Jean King, not just as a tennis champion, but as a feminist revol…
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Episode 20: A Deliberate Act: The Phenomenon of Female Erasure
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Send us a text Some names are forever cemented in history for their infamy. But what about the brilliant women whose names should be celebrated, yet have been deliberately silenced? On this episode of HerStance, we confront a phenomenon with a name: The Matilda Effect. We'll uncover who Matilda was and explore the shocking practice of erasing women…
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Episode 19: Madam CJ Walker: The Power of Purpose
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Send us a text How does a woman rise from the depths of poverty and orphanhood to become America's first female self-made millionaire, and what can her journey teach us about creating lasting change? In this episode of HerStance, we dive into the incredible life and profound legacy of Madam C.J. Walker. Born Sarah Breedlove in the challenging era o…
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Episode 18: Florence Nightingale: Care's Frontline Pioneer
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Send us a text You know the image: the "Lady with the Lamp," a beacon of compassion on the battlefields. But what if we told you Florence Nightingale, the foundational philosopher of modern nursing, was far more than just a quiet caregiver? Welcome to HerStance, the podcast that dives deep into the lives of history's most impactful women. In this e…
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Episode 17: Susan Brownmiller: Sisterhood is Powerful
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Send us a text Last month, May 2025, the feminist movement lost a titan. We said goodbye to a 'second wave' pioneer whose relentless writing, fearless protesting, and groundbreaking national conversations fundamentally reshaped our understanding of sex, marital reproductive rights, workplace harassment, and domestic violence. These are sensitive to…
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Episode 16: Hedy Lamarr - A Beautiful Mind
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Send us a text Frequency hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) – a mouthful, we know! But this cutting-edge wireless technology, where signals rapidly "hop" between different frequencies, is probably in your pocket right now. It's the secret sauce behind your Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth, and a vital tool for military security. Pretty cool, right? But as usu…
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Episode 15: Beyond the Headlines: The Supreme Confidence of O'Connor & Ginsburg
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Send us a text Before diving into today's complex headlines and the swirling debates of social media, let's take a HerStance back to the foundational principles of our government – guided by two women who defied the odds. This episode explores the remarkable journeys of Sandra Day O'Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the first and second women appoint…
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Episode 14: Bubbles and Business - Madame Clicquot, The Original Wine Disruptor
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Send us a text Forget what you think you know about Champagne! This episode of HerStance uncorks a hidden truth, challenging the long-held belief about who really invented the crucial riddling process of the Méthode Champenoise. Join us as we journey from the vineyards of Reims, France, to the inspiring story of Barbe-Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin, the…
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Episode 13: Peace Begins Within: Lessons from Dr. Maria Montessori's Extraordinary Life
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Send us a text The remarkable journey of Dr. Maria Montessori reveals a woman who defied every boundary placed before her in 19th century Italy. This episode of HerStance explores how this determined pioneer transformed from a girl who wasn't considered exceptional in early grades to becoming one of Italy's first female physicians—facing hostility …
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Episode 12 - Sojourner Truth: I Am Woman's Rights
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Send us a text Today, on HerStance, we're diving deep into the life of a woman who didn't just break barriers, she obliterated them. We'll trace her journey from slavery to the forefront of the women's rights movement, and examine how her fight for intersectionality fuels the fire of today's feminism. There are other episodes, 1 - 11 on YouTube at …
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Send us a text HerStance isn't just about history. It's about drawing powerful parallels to the social issues we face now. We explore their challenges, their triumphs, and most importantly, their stance. And each episode culminates in a 'HerStance Challenge' – a practical step you can take to create change in your own community. Join us every two w…
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