

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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Dec 14, 2023 • 10min
Get to Know Emily Harrington
Get to know Emily Harrington, who read us the story of Hilaree Nelson. Emily is professional rock climber, mountaineer, and sport climbing champion. Hear about how she faces her fear and what it feels like to climb to the top of a mountain! This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This interview was produced by Joy Smith with sound design and mixing by John Marshall Media. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Our executive producers are Joy Smith and Jes Wolfe. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

Dec 12, 2023 • 18min
Hilaree Nelson Read by Emily Harrington
Hilaree Nelson was one of the most accomplished ski mountaineers ever. She made dozens of first descents from some of the highest peaks in the world and encouraged everyone who met her to revel in the adventures of life.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 Joy Smith with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. It was written and edited by Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Emily Harrington. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Our executive producers were Joy Smith and Jes Wolfe. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

Dec 7, 2023 • 8min
Get to Know Neha Jogani Narang
Get to know Neha Jogani Narang, who brought us the story of Niveditha Shetty Hegde and Ishanvi Hegde. Hear about the coolest thing Neha gets to do as the Chief Marketing Officer at Roblox, and her love of Indian dance just like Niveditha!This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This interview was produced by Joy Smith with sound design and mixing by John Marshall Media. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Our executive producers are Joy Smith and Jes Wolfe. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

Dec 5, 2023 • 11min
Niveditha Shetty Hegde and Ishanvi Hegde Read by Neha and Saanya Narang
Niveditha Shetty Hegde and Ishanvi Hegde, a mother and daughter dancing duo and YouTube sensation, explore their Indian culture and history – and bring smiles to families around the world.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 Joy Smith with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. It was written by Emily McMahon-Wattez and edited by Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Neha and Saanya Narang. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Our executive producers were Joy Smith and Jes Wolfe. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

Dec 1, 2023 • 19min
Sandra Day O'Connor: Madam Justice
Sandra Day O’Connor went from getting forty job rejections in a row to having one of the most powerful positions in the country. As the first female U.S. Supreme Court Justice, she paved the way for women in all parts of the justice system.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 Olivia Riçhard with sound design and mixing by Bianca Gan. It was written by Olivia Riçhard and Nicole Haroutunian and edited by Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Jenise Morgan. 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!

Nov 30, 2023 • 11min
Get to Know Krystal Ramseur
Get to know Krystal Ramseur who read us the story of Willie Mae "Big Mama" Thornton. Hear about Krystal's work with the National Council of Negro Women and in improvisational comedy. Krystal also shares how she identifies with Big Mama Thornton in their shared efforts to be true to themselves.This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This interview was produced by Deborah Goldstein with sound design and mixing by John Marshall Media. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Our executive producers are Joy Smith and Jes Wolfe. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

Nov 28, 2023 • 16min
Big Mama Thornton Read by Krystal Ramseur
This podcast episode explores the life and career of Big Mama Thornton, a black American blues singer who shaped rock and roll. It tells the story of her journey from her childhood in Alabama to her rise as a powerful voice in the music industry. Despite facing discrimination, she became a huge success with her hit song 'Hound Dog' and made a comeback in the 1960s. Big Mama Thornton's uncompromising journey and legacy as a trailblazing musician are explored.

Nov 21, 2023 • 16min
Robaba Mohammadi: One Brushstroke at a Time
Robaba Mohammadi, an Afghani artist who overcame partial paralysis to become an inspiration for artists and activists. This podcast explores her journey into art, challenges she faced, and how she uses her art to challenge societal restrictions and gain recognition. It also highlights her resilience, advocacy for justice, and her hopes to bring art back to Kabul in the future.

Nov 16, 2023 • 13min
Get to Know Isabella Madrigal
Isabella Madrigal, a playwright, actress, and storyteller, shares the importance of telling Indigenous stories and narrates the story of Indigenous throat singer, Tanya Tagaq. The podcast also explores the inspiring story of Billy Mills, an Olympic athlete, and his journey to win a gold medal at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. The significance of indigenous voices and culture is highlighted through the Luke Madrigal Indigenous Storytelling Project.

Nov 14, 2023 • 14min
Tanya Tagaq Read by Isabella Madrigal
Tanya Tagaq creates art that connects people to their past and celebrates all that’s possible in the present and future. She is a throat singer, a musician, a painter, novelist, and advocate for Indigenous people everywhere.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 Deborah Goldstein with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. It was written by Abby Sher with Tanya Tagaq and edited by Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Isabella Madrigal. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Our executive producers are Joy Smith and Jes Wolfe. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!