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Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls

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Jul 3, 2025 • 16min

LP Giobbi Read by Sofi Tukker

DJ LP Giobbi shows draw crowds of tens of thousands. But she got her start with a smaller audience – playing in second grade for her piano teacher. LP has blazed her own path in the music industry, opening doors for more Rebel Girls. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was narrated by Sophie Hawley-Weld of the band Sofi Tucker. It was produced by Rebecca Chaisson and directed by Ashton Carter, with sound design and mixing by Carter Wogahn. The story was written by Rebecca Chaisson and edited by Haley Dapkus. Fact checking by Danielle Roth. Our executive producers were Joy Smith, Anjelika Temple, and Jes Wolfe. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi.A special thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team, who make this podcast possible! Until next time, Stay Rebel!
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Jul 1, 2025 • 12min

Faith Kipyegon: Breaking Barriers and Records on the Track

Faith Kipyegon is an Olympic Champion, World Champion and World Record holder as a middle and long-distance runner. By listening to her body and connecting to her Kenyan roots, Faith finds the inspiration to run free and take on any challenge. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was narrated by Cynthia Kimola. It was produced and directed by Haley Dapkus, with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. The story was written by Abby Sher. Fact checking by Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal. Our intern was Arianna Griffiths. Our executive producers were Joy Smith, Anjelika Temple, and Jes Wolfe. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. A special thanks to Faith Kipyegon and the whole Rebel Girls team, who made this podcast possible! Until next time, staaaay rebel!
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Jun 29, 2025 • 14min

Sabrina Ionescu: The Triple-Double Queen

Sabrina Ionescu has been laser-focused on basketball since she was three. With a ball in her hands and fire in her heart, she broke records and expectations, becoming a triple-double queen and proving that fierce determination fuels greatness. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was narrated by me, Isabella Tugman. It was produced and directed by Haley Dapkus, with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. The story was written by Nicole Haroutunian. Fact checking by Rose Garrett. Our intern was Arianna Griffiths. Our executive producers were Joy Smith, Anjelika Temple, and Jes Wolfe. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. A special thanks to Sabrina Ionescu and the whole Rebel Girls team, who made this podcast possible! Until next time, staaaay rebel!
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Jun 26, 2025 • 8min

Get to Know Juliette Hulsizer

Entrepreneurs Juliette Hulsizer and Jenny Just are the founders of Poker Power. Together, they are teaching women how to take risks, own their financial futures, and build unshakeable confidence through the game of poker. Join in on this episode to learn how Juliette Hulsizer plays life like she always has a winning hand! This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls.This episode was produced by Joy Smith and directed by Deborah Goldstein and Haley Dapkus, with sound design and mixing by Joy Smith. It was hosted by Laila. Our executive producers were Joy Smith, Anjelika Temple, and Jes Wolfe.Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. A special thanks to Juliette Hulsizer and the whole Rebel Girls team, who made this podcast possible! Until next time, stay rebel!
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Jun 24, 2025 • 16min

A Seat at the *Poker Table

Jenny Just grew up with a love for math and a fearless drive to take risks. She turned that spark into a groundbreaking career—becoming a successful entrepreneur and a nimble poker player. Now, Jenny and her daughter Juliette Hulsizer are using their poker knowledge to empower girls through their company, Poker Power. Through Poker Power, Jenny and Juliette are teaching girls how to lead, negotiate, and play to win—at the table and in life. Join us in this episode to learn more about how Jenny Just is listening to her gut, bravely taking risks, and going all in! This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls.This episode was narrated by Juliette Hulsizer. It was produced and directed by Joy Smith, with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. The story was written by Sara Weiss and edited by Rebel Girls. Our intern was Arianna Griffiths. Our executive producers were Joy Smith and Jes Wolfe. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. A special thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team, who make this podcast possible! Until next time, stay rebel!
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Jun 19, 2025 • 32min

SOUNDSCAPE BONUS! Nighttime in the City

Shhhhh…the city at night is alive with sound. Fall into the dreamy world of a city on the edge of sleep.
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Jun 17, 2025 • 18min

Roxane Gay: The Stories We Must Tell

Roxane Gay is a super storyteller. She creates characters who are brave and bold, just like herself! Through storytelling, she helps writers and readers grow and heal. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. It was written by Jestine Ware and edited by Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan with sensitivity read by Schuyler Swenson. Narration by Marisha Tapera. Executive Producers are Jes Wolfe and Anjelika Temple. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel! [This story originally aired in September 2022]
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Jun 12, 2025 • 8min

Get to Know Lea Delaria

Lea DeLaria, comedian, actor, and musician, read the story of groundbreaking conductor, WWII Dutch resistance member and proud lesbian, Frieda Belinfante. Lea discusses the ways she has seen the world change for the better for LGBTQ+ people.
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Jun 10, 2025 • 23min

Frieda Belinfante: Conducting the Resistance

Frieda Belinfante was one of the first female orchestra conductors in Europe. She didn’t stop there, she was also an active member of the Dutch resistance in World War II. Comedian, actress, and musician Lea Delaria reads this story. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls and is based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was produced by Isaac Kaplan-Woolner. Sound design and mixing by Camille Stennis. This episode was written by Alexis Stratton and proofread by Simi Kadirgamar . Executive Producer is Katie Sprenger. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi For more, visit Rebel Girls.com.A big thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this show possible! Stay Rebel!
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Jun 5, 2025 • 11min

Get to Know Autumn Peltier

Meet Autumn Peltier, an inspiring Indigenous rights and water activist who began speaking up for clean water access at just 8 years old. In this interview, Autumn shares what sparked her journey, the role of women in water ceremonies, and how she used her voice to speak directly to Canada’s Prime Minister. From fun facts (like her love of bears and her cat Mosca) to powerful advice for young changemakers, this episode is all about speaking up, staying true to yourself, and standing up for what matters. [plus the usual Rebel Girls credits "this was produced by" etc] This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was produced by Ashlee Harrison, and was directed by Haley Dapkus. Our executive producers are Joy Smith and Anjelika Temple. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. A special thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team, who made this podcast possible! Until next time, staaaay rebel!

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