

Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff
Cool Zone Media and iHeartPodcasts
As long as there’s been oppression, there’ve been people fighting it. This weekly podcast dives into history to drag up the wildest rebels, the most beautiful revolts, and all the people who long to be—and fight to be—free. It explores complex stories of resistance that offer lessons and inspiration for us today, focusing on the ensemble casts that make up each act of history. That is to say, this podcast focuses on Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff.
Episodes
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Sep 1, 2024 • 26min
CZM Book Club: "Virgin Ground" by Rosel George Brown
Margaret reads you a classic sci-fi tale of a marriage on Mars gone wrong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 28, 2024 • 60min
Part Two: Frances Perkins and the Quest to Rescue Jewish Children From Germany
Margaret finishes talking with Caitlin Durante about the first "Madame Secretary," who burned her political capital to keep the US border open and save Jewish children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 26, 2024 • 54min
Part One: Frances Perkins and the Quest to Rescue Jewish Children From Germany
Margaret talks with Caitlin Durante about the first "Madame Secretary," who burned her political capital to keep the US border open and save Jewish children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 25, 2024 • 32min
CZM Book Club: "Intentionalities" by Aimee Ogden
Margaret reads you a science fiction story about space unions and family ties.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 21, 2024 • 56min
Part Two: The Orange Alternative: The Polish Hippie Surrealists Who Tore Down a Communist Government
Margaret finishes talking with Courtney Kocak about how a bunch of self-styled anarchist gnomes helped collapse a government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 19, 2024 • 51min
Part One: The Orange Alternative: The Polish Hippie Surrealists Who Tore Down a Communist Government
Margaret talks with Courtney Kocak about how a bunch of self-styled anarchist gnomes helped collapse a government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 18, 2024 • 27min
CZM Book Club: Three Stories From Japanese Folklore
Margaret, a captivating storyteller, shares mesmerizing tales from Japanese folklore, focusing on demons and moon maidens. Listeners dive into adventurous narratives like Suna's courageous stand against horned imps, highlighting bravery and challenges. The tension builds in the haunted demon castle where Shitendoji resides, offering a glimpse of both beauty and terror. The enchanting story of a fisherman and the Moon Maiden explores themes of desire and sacrifice, weaving moral lessons into these timeless tales.

Aug 14, 2024 • 57min
Part Two: Ben Fletcher, Local 8, and the Fighting, Antiracist Union of Philadelphia
Margaret finishes talking to Miriam about maybe the coolest union local in US history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 12, 2024 • 1h
Part One: Ben Fletcher, Local 8, and the Fighting, Antiracist Union of Philadelphia
Margaret talks to Miriam about maybe the coolest union local in US history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 11, 2024 • 23min
CZM Book Club: "John Simnel's First Goshawk" by Tegan Moore
Margaret reads you a story about a boy who could have been king but instead talks to birds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.