Podcasts featuring women throughout history

Vulgar History

Caroline of Brunswick

Caroline of Brunswick was married to George IV of England. He tried to discount her but Caroline wouldn't be ignored — she rebelled in every (small) way she could.

You’re Wrong About

The Most Normal Girl in Cleveland with Heather Radke

This episode discusses a search for 'the most normal girl' in Cleveland that took place in 1945. It discusses what the parameters of being a 'normal girl' were in 1945, how those parameters were decided, and what the ramifications of trying to be a 'normal girl' were back in 1945, and still are today.

Noble Blood

Eleanor of Aquitaine Imprisoned

This episode tells the story of a woman who went against the norms for women of her time — specifically royal women — and was imprisoned for it. Eleanor's story isn't the happiest, but it's important to hear all aspects of history so that we can put things into context, and so that we don't repeat mistakes.

Crimes of the Centuries

Elizabeth Bathory: The So-Called Blood Countess

While the story of Elizabeth Bathory, known to history as The Blood Countess, might be better known than the women in the previous episodes, this episode talks about how the story we know of Elizabeth is most likely incorrect. She is remembered in history as an evil person — a woman who killed many, and possibly even bathed in their blood. But it’s more likely that Elizabeth was a rich, powerful widow, and the easiest way to get her out of the way was to lie about her committing terrible crimes so society would have a reason to lock her away.

Door Key

Speaking While Female: A Conversation with Dana Rubin

This episode discusses women in history and how often their roles, even down to speeches they've given, are often overlooked. Most important speeches from history that are highlighted today were given by men. While they might be great speeches, we need to highlight historical speeches given by women too.

The Brown Girls Guide to Politics

Welcome to The Brown Girls Guide to Politics — the one stop shop for women of color who want to hear and talk about the world of politics. Host A’shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics.

Episodes include interviews with politicians, candidates, and influencers. Get ready for roundtables, analyzing current events, and more!