

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls
Rebel Girls
A fairy tale podcast for kids about real life extraordinary women from all over the world. Based on the bestselling series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, each episode explores the lives of women from the books, encouraging young listeners to ask questions and explore their interests.
Episodes
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Jul 22, 2025 • 15min
Haenyeo Divers: The Sea Women of Korea’s Jeju Island
For over 400 years, the Haenyeo "sea women" have been diving deep into the icy waters off the coast of Korea to collect shellfish and seaweed. They do this all without oxygen tanks! Generations of Haenyeo have preserved traditions and the water’s sensitive ecosystem. Listen in to learn more about the real-life Mermaids of Jeju Island!
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 Rebecca Rose . It was produced, written and fact-checked by Danielle Roth, with sound design and mixing by Carter Woghan. Ashton Carter directed the voice over. The story was edited by Haley Dapkus. 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, staaaay rebel!

Jul 17, 2025 • 12min
Get to Know LP Giobbi & Sophie Hawley-Weld
What do you get when you mix a DJ, a singer-songwriter, and a whole lot of Rebel spirit? Meet LP Giobbi and Sophie Hawley-Weld—two music lovers who became best friends, collaborators, and champions for women in music. Listen to hear how they got started, how they support each other, and why crying on stage is a power move.

Jul 15, 2025 • 14min
Sophie Hawley-Weld: Making the World Dance in Every Language
Sophie Hawley-Weld lived to dance, play music and travel. But when she was forced to be still, she discovered a creative way to redirect her energy. Now, she’s a Grammy-nominated artist and part of the electronic music duo Sofi Tukker.
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 LP Giobbi. It was produced by Danielle Roth and directed by Ashton Carter, with sound design and mixing by Carter Woghan.The story was written and fact-checked by Danielle Roth. Haley Dapkus edited this episode. Our project coordinator is Natalie Hara. 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 Sophie-Hawley Weld of Sofi Tukker. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team that makes this podcast possible! Stay rebel!

Jul 10, 2025 • 11min
Get to Know Lexi duPont & Hedvig Wessel
When Lexi duPont and Hedvig Wessel met, they immediately recognized a kind of friendship they’d been missing in the world of backcountry skiing. That bond sparked Sister Summit—a space where women skiers come together to collaborate, not compete.
Rebel Host Aria sat down with Lexi and Hedvig to talk about building community, getting back up after falling, and dreaming big. From surviving an avalanche to finding self-expression through sport, their journey is full of powerful Rebel moments.

Jul 8, 2025 • 12min
Sister Summit: Skiing, Friendship, and Carving New Paths
Both Lexi duPont and Hedvig Wessel grew up with a passion for skiing, but they found it hard to find other women that were also participating in the sport. This is what sparked their idea to build a community of women backcountry skiers and snowboarders called Sister Summit. Through Sister Summit, Lexi and Hedvig have built a network of women focused on climbing higher and most importantly having fun while doing it! Check out this Rebel story to learn more about Lexi and Hedvig’s amazing stories.
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 Lexi duPont and Hedvig Wessel. 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 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 the whole Rebel Girls team, who make this podcast possible! Until next time, staaaay rebel!

Jul 3, 2025 • 14min
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!

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!

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!

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!

Jun 24, 2025 • 13min
Jenny Just: 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!