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Good Night Stories for 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.

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All Episodes

17:40

Alice Ball: The Master Chemist

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/02/24

Alice Ball had always wanted to help ease pain. In time, she became a brilliant chemist and the first woman and African American to earn a master’s in chemistry. Her story is told by Lindsey E. Murphy, of The Fab Lab With Crazy Aunt Lindsey. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls, based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. Our Executive Producers are Jes Wolfe and Katie Sprenger. This episode was produced by Isaac Kaplan-Woolner, written by Caitlin Madrigal, with sound

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9:47

From Podiums to Proposals

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/02/20

Host Pepper Persley is back with another Weekly Sports Show! We talk engagement rings & Olympic rings, Black athlete sisterhood, and get a much needed Pep Talk from NBC Sportscaster Maria Taylor. Check it out!

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9:55

Kristi Leskinen: Creating Space for Women on the Slopes

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/02/19

Kristi is a pioneer in freestyle skiing and a champion for women in sports. Starting when few women were involved, she worked hard to grow the sport globally. Thanks to her, women’s freestyle skiing is now featured in top events like the X-Games and Olympics!

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30:23

Powerful Pairs Story Bundle

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/02/17

Explore four different stories about Rebel Girls who followed their passions. And they did it with their moms! Hear the stories of Beyoncé Knowles and Blue Ivy Carter, Briana Sullivan and Cambyr Sullivan, Leena Sharma and Bhakti Sharma, and Portia Mbau and Lumai de Smidt. Each of these powerful pairs faced different challenges, but they’re connected to each other by their rebel spirit and vision.This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for

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10:04

Big Opening Ceremony Energy & Alt-girl Fashion

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/02/13

This week on the Weekly Sports Show, Pepper dives into the big Met Gala energy at the Opening Ceremony and Rebel of the Week Alysa Liu’s serious figure skating swag. Ski racer Lindsey Vonn also reminds us to keep dreaming big this Winter Games and three-time Olympian Kelsey Robinson Cook delivers the pep talk we all need to power through the week.

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8:53

Get to Know Jay Shalé

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/02/12

Award-winning, self-taught DJ Jay Shalé shares her journey from learning music as a kid in Germany to creating the energy for massive sports crowds in the US in this conversation with Junior Reporter Kalani Jules.

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16:13

Maya Angelou: Maya's First Job

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/02/10

Maya Angelou was a poet who used her words to inspire hope and courage. But before that, she was a young girl who dreamed of being a streetcar conductor. 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 Katie Sprenger with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. It was written by Ashli St. Armant. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Ashli St. Armant. Our executive producer was Katie Sprenger. Original

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10:06

Introducing the Rebel Girls Weekly Sports Show!

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/02/06

Hey Rebels! Get ready for your new weekly obsession, where sports, fashion, and pop culture meet the group chat. Find out what sea creature Naomi Osaka is cosplaying, who’s the most decorated Black athlete in Winter Olympic’s history, and this year’s youngest Olympian is how old?? All that and more, on our new Weekly Sports Show!

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9:57

Get to Know Mathilde Gremaud

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/02/05

Olympic freestyle skier Mathilde Gremaud shares how she learns big tricks, handles pressure, and focuses on what she can control. She talks mindset, competition, and the lessons skiing has taught her on and off the snow.

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18:35

Katherine Johnson: The Moonshot Mathematician

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/02/03

Katherine Johnson was a mathematician whose calculations helped send astronauts to the moon. Despite facing racism and sexism, she broke barriers at NASA and proved that with determination, you can reach for the stars.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 Nicole Pringle. It was written and produced by Danielle Roth, and edited by Haley Dapkus. Direction by Ashton Carter. Sound design and mixing

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9:12

Get to Know Anna Leigh Waters

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/01/29

World’s No. 1 pickleball player Anna Leigh Waters shares how trusting her own game helped her rise to the top. She talks mindset, training, and what it means to be a Rebel Girl—on the court and beyond.

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5:09

Get to know Laurene Powell Jobs

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/01/28

Get to know Laurene Powell-Jobs who read the story of Tereza Lee. Laurene Powell Jobs is founder and president of Emerson Collective. Emerson’s mission centers on advancing immigration policies, preserving the environment, re-envisioning the future of high school, and ending gun violence in Chicago.[this episode originally aired in 2020.]

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19:20

Tereza Lee: Dreamers In Action

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/01/27

Often described as the “original DREAMer,” Tereza Lee is an activist and musician who bravely stepped out of the shadows to share her story as a young undocumented immigrant in the United States. Although the U.S. Congress has yet to pass the DREAM Act, which would offer protections for undocumented youth, Tereza’s decision to tell the world her story helped build a national movement for undocumented youth—and launched Tereza into a life of activism that continues to this day. About the

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9:34

Get to Know DJ Switch Ghana

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/01/22

Meet Erica Tandoh, aka DJ Switch Ghana: a creative force from Ghana, West Africa, who uses music to express herself and speak up for what she believes in. Discover how she learned to DJ in just five days (!!!), the sweet story behind her stage name, and what it felt like to play for a packed stadium full of kids and families. She also talks about the DJ Switch Foundation and why helping others keeps her hopeful—even when life gets tough. You can also learn more about her story in our book 100

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9:11

Get to Know Tatiana Calderón

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/01/21

We sat down with pro race car driver Tatiana Calderón to talk speed, discipline, and speaking up when something doesn’t work.Tatiana is the first and only woman to compete in modern Formula 2, and she shares how being “different” helped her think outside the box—and push for changes that make racing more accessible for women and girls. Play Rebel ⚡ Stay Rebel

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18:13

Nina Simone: The High Priestess of Soul

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/01/20

Nina Simone used her piano playing, brilliant songwriting, and one-of-a-kind voice to inspire audiences, challenge injustice, and create music that became the soundtrack of the Civil Rights Era and beyond. From iconic songs to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Nina Simone’s voice still echoes in the world.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 DJ Switch Ghana. It was produced and directed by Haley

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9:55

Get to know GiaNina Paolantonio

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/01/15

Dancer, singer, and choreographer GiaNina Paolantonio shares what it takes to own the stage—and stay true to yourself. Plus: her best advice for dancers practicing at home—and the mindset she brings to every class.

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14:02

Sutton Foster Read by GiaNina Paolantonio

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/01/13

With tap shoes on her feet and courage in her heart, Sutton Foster danced from her living room to the stages of Broadway. Using her signature humor and charm, Sutton has brought iconic characters to life through her performances. Listen in to learn more about the Broadway musical sensation Sutton Foster.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 GiaNina Paolantonio . It was produced and directed by

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9:53

Get to Know Refilwe Ledwaba

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/01/08

Meet Refilwe Ledwaba, a helicopter and fixed-wing pilot, a flight instructor, and an advocate for women's rights, who made history by becoming the first black female pilot to fly for the police service in South Africa.[This aired in the Rebel Girls app in 2023.]

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32:25

SOUNDSCAPE BONUS! Sensational Symphony

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2026/01/02

Are you ready for a relaxing night of music? The Rebel Girls Symphony Hall holds concerts for everyone. Our talented orchestra plays all kinds of beautiful instruments. Share the joy of music with your loved ones. And maybe a sweet treat, too![This episode originally aired in 2025.]

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