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Womanica

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Thinking back to our history classes growing up, we had one question: Where the ladies at? Enter, Womanica. In just 5 minutes a day, learn about different incredible women from throughout history. On Wonder Media Network’s award-winning podcast, we’re telling the stories of women you may or may not know — but definitely should. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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5:45

Go-Getters: Jovita Idar

Womanica ·

2024/12/30

Jovita Idar (1885-1946) was a Mexican-American journalist, editor, and educator who dedicated her life to pursuing civil rights for her local community on the Mexico-Texas border. She protested for women’s education, Tejano rights, and held back a group of Texas Rangers from destroying her newspaper’s printing press. For Further Reading: UnLadyLike: Jovita Idar ¡Que Viva Jovita! - Smithsonian Overlooked No More: Jovita Idár This month we're talking about Go-Getters

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Go-Getters: June Mathis

Womanica ·

2024/12/27

June Mathis (1887-1927) was an American screenwriter who became the first female executive for MGM. For Further Reading: June Mathis Dies While at Theatre June Mathis: An Eye for Talent June Mathis The Dark Lover This month we're talking about Go-Getters. Women who purposefully—or accidentally!—acquired life-changing wealth, good fortune, or influence. History classes can get a bad rap, and sometimes for good reason. When we were students, we couldn’t help wondering..

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6:10

Go-Getters: Wuhsha

Womanica ·

2024/12/26

Wuhsha (c. 1095) was a successful broker and banker based in Cairo at the turn of the 12th century. Documents recovered centuries after her death reveal her unusually vast wealth and independence as a businesswoman in medieval Jewish society. For Further Reading: Wuhsha Al-Dallala A Jewish Business Woman of the Eleventh Century Wuhsha the Broker Jewish Women in the Medieval Economy Henry Abramson Wuhsha the Broker: Excavations from the Cairo Geniza - Unpacked Medieval Lives 6: Wuhsha the

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6:43

Go-Getters: Hetty Green

Womanica ·

2024/12/25

Hetty Green (1834-1916), known as the "Witch of Wall Street," was one of the wealthiest financiers of the 19th century. Famous for her extreme frugality, she built an enormous fortune by making investments in real estate, railroads, and bonds, often capitalizing on others’ financial missteps. She defied social expectations for women of her time, leaving a legacy as a pioneer in American finance. For Further Reading: The Peculiar Story of the Witch of Wall Street How Hetty Green Became

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6:03

Go-Getters: Helena Rubinstein

Womanica ·

2024/12/24

Helena Rubinstein (1872-1965) was a Polish-American businesswoman, art collector, and philanthropist. She was the founder of Helena Rubinstein Incorporated cosmetics company, which made her one of the world’s richest women. For Further Reading: Helena Rubinstein The Color of Money How One Woman Built an Empire on Lipstick and Lotion This month we're talking about Go-Getters. Women who purposefully—or accidentally!—acquired life-changing wealth, good fortune, or influence

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6:49

Go-Getters: Nell Gwyn

Womanica ·

2024/12/23

Eleanor (Nell) Gwyn (c. 1650-1687) was an English actress and mistress of Charles II. Touted as a celebrity figure of the Restoration Period, she was praised for her beauty, recklessness, wit, and generosity. Nell is considered a folk heroine whose story mirrors the rags-to-riches story of Cinderella. For Further Reading: Nell Gwyn: Mistress to a King: By Charles Beauclerk, Atlantic Monthly Press, 2005 London’s Own Cinderella: The Story of Nell Gwyn Nell Gwyn Brittanica This month

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4:39

Go-Getters: Julia Felix

Womanica ·

2024/12/20

Julia Felix was a prominent businesswoman in Pompeii. She owned the House of Julia Felix, a collection of gardens, baths, and shops, from 62-79 AD. Historical records suggest that she was a very savvy business owner and well-respected by her community for her work. For Further Reading: The House of Julia Felix The Sacrarium of Isis in the Praedia of Julia Felix in Pompeii in Its Archaeological and Historical Contexts House of Julia Felix, Pompeii Pompeii’s Real Life Heroines Pompeian

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5:31

Go-Getters: Augusta Savage

Womanica ·

2024/12/19

Augusta Savage (1892-1962) was a Black American sculptor during the Harlem Renaissance. She was commissioned to create busts of W.E.B Dubois, Marcus Garvey, and a pinnacle piece in the 1939 World’s Fair. Although talented and well known, she was poor and unable to preserve her pieces, many of which are now lost to history. For Further Reading: The Black Woman Artist Who Crafted the Life She Was Told She Couldn't Have Sculptor Augusta Savage Said Her Legacy Was The Work Of Her Students

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3:39

Go-Getters: Margaret Hardenbroeck

Womanica ·

2024/12/18

Margaret Hardenbroeck (c. 1630-1690) was a Dutch-born trader and enslaver in the colony of New Amsterdam, later New York. Known as a “she-trader,” Margaret was one of the few women in the shipping business at the time, and along with second husband grew a successful trading empire, that traded in enslaved peoples, as well as tobacco and wheat. At the time of her death, it was believed she was the wealthiest woman in New York. For Further Reading: A Colonial Trading Woman: Margaret

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5:41

Go-Getters: Mariam-uz-Zamani

Womanica ·

2024/12/17

Mariam-uz-Zamani (1542-1623) was born a Hindu-Rajput princess before marrying Akbar, the third Muslim emperor of the Mughal Empire, for political alliance. In her 43 years as empress, she became an influential maritime trader using her ship, the Rahimi, one of the largest ships to sail the Indian seas during the 17th century. For Further Reading: Mariam-Uz-Zamani Mughal love | Condé Nast Traveller India Mughal Women in Maritime Trade: Mariam-uz-Zamani Disrupting Mughal Imperialism:

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7:33

Go-Getters: Peggy Hopkins Joyce

Womanica ·

2024/12/16

Peggy Hopkins Joyce (1893-1957) was an American actress, model and socialite known for her multiple marriages to millionaires. For Further Reading: The Iron Forger and the Gold Digger The Legend of Peggy Hopkins Joyce: She Collected Men, Chinchilla, Diamonds Peggy Hopkins Joyce Dies at 63; Showgirl of ‘20’s Gold Digger: The Outrageous Life and Times of Peggy Hopkins Joyce This month we're talking about Go-Getters. Women who purposefully—or accidentally!—acquired

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4:52

Go-Getters: Shade Thomas-Fahm

Womanica ·

2024/12/13

Shade Thomas-Fahm (b. 1933) is a pioneering Nigerian fashion designer who launched the nation’s first high-end boutique selling locally-made ready-to-wear clothing in the 1960s. Her work catered traditional Nigerian textiles and styles to the lives of cosmopolitan working women. For Further Reading: Nigeria's first fashion designer: Shade Thomas-Fahm · V&A Fashioning the Nation: A blouse created by a Nigerian fashion innovator - Brighton & Hove Museums FOLASHADE

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7:24

Go-Getters: Julia de Burgos

Womanica ·

2024/12/12

Julia de Burgos (1914-1953) was a celebrated Puerto Rican poet, feminist, and activist. She was known for her powerful, introspective writing on themes of identity, colonialism, and social justice. Her work highlighted the struggles of Puerto Rican women and the island's complex history. Her poetry continues to influence Latin American literature and feminist movements today. For Further Reading: Overlooked No More: Julia De Burgos Song of the Simple Truth: The Complete Poems of Julia de Burgos

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6:51

Go-Getters: Mary Kay Ash

Womanica ·

2024/12/11

Mary Kay Ash (1918-2001) was an American businesswoman and founder of Mary Kay Cosmetics, Inc. — one of the most well-known direct sales companies. At the time of her death, she had a fortune of $98 million. For Further Reading: The Hot Pink Empire of Mary Kay Ash Hostile Makeover Mary Kay Ash, Who Built a Cosmetics Empire and Adored Pink, Is Dead at 83 This month we're talking about Go-Getters. Women who purposefully—or accidentally!—acquired life-changing wealth, good

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5:28

Go-Getters: Rose O’Neill

Womanica ·

2024/12/10

Rose O’Neill (1874-1944) was an American cartoonist, illustrator, artist, and writer. She rose to fame for her creation of the popular comic strip characters, Kewpies, in 1909. At one point, she was the highest paid female illustrator in America. She was an influential voice in the suffrage movement, and used her art and platform to advocate for women’s right to vote. For Further Reading: Rose O’Neil Rose O’Neill: Artist, Activist, and Queen of Kewpies Who Knew

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4:59

Go-Getters: Felisa Rincón de Gautier

Womanica ·

2024/12/09

Felisa Rincón de Gautier (1897-1994), affectionately known as Doña Fela, was the first female Mayor of San Juan, Puerto Rico from 1946 to 1969. During her time in office she practiced a political philosophy of “benevolent maternalism,” prioritizing health and public works. For Further Reading: Felisa Rincón de Gautier (Doña Fela) Felisa Rincon de Gautier, 97, Mayor of San Juan Felisa Rincón de Gautier, mayor of San Juan, Puerto Rico La Brega - Snow In The Tropics Museo of El Rincón

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6:34

Go-Getters: Sarah Rector

Womanica ·

2024/12/06

Sarah Rector (1902-1967) was known as the richest Black girl in America. She was given allotted land by the United States government in Oklahoma, which happened to be rich in oil deposits. She became an oil magnate by age eleven and lived a life of (mostly) glamor. For Further Reading: Richest Black Girl in America: Redefining Sarah Rector and Her Family How did a young Oklahoman become known as "The Richest Black Girl in America"*? ‘World’s Richest Negro Girl’ inspired media ridicule,

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6:26

Go-Getters: Vivienne Westwood

Womanica ·

2024/12/05

Vivienne Westwood (1941- 2022) was a British fashion designer, businesswoman and activist known for creating the modern punk aesthetic. She took counter-culture fashion mainstream, making “Vivienne Westwood” a global brand. For Further Reading: The New York Times: Vivienne Westwood, 81, Dies; Brought Provocative Punk Style to High Fashion BBC News: Vivienne Westwood: Tributes for 'Queen of British Fashion' after her death L’Officiel: Vivienne Westwood Is the Original Riot Grrrl The

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5:49

Go-Getters: Ahaha

Womanica ·

2024/12/04

Ahaha (fl. c.1870 BC) was one of the world’s earliest known businesswomen. Part of a thriving community of merchants and merchants’ wives in the Assyrian Empire, these women left behind archives of ledgers, contracts, and personal notes detailing an entire community of go-getters, nearly 4,000 years ago. For Further Reading: The secret letters of history’s first-known businesswomen Trade and contraband in ancient Assyria Housewives, Weavers and Businesswomen: Assyrian Women from Assur and

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3:55

Go-Getters: Catherine I

Womanica ·

2024/12/03

Catherine I (1684-1727) was born a peasant before marrying the Tsar of Russia, Peter the Great. She eventually succeeded her husband as Empress of Russia. She ruled Russia from 1725 until her death in 1727. Her appointment as Empress set off an era of nearly all female rulers in Russia in the second quarter of the eighteenth century – the so-called “Petticoat Reigns.” For Further Reading: Catherine I The Peasant Girl Who Became An Empress Coronation of Catherine I This month we're talking

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