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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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5:33

Women of Controversy: Madame Restell

Womanica ·

2024/11/04

Ann Trow Lohman, known as Madame Restell (1812-1878), was a 19th-century abortionist and birth control provider in New York City. She gained notoriety for her practice, which included abortions and selling contraceptives. Despite numerous legal battles and public outcry, she continued her work for decades. For Further Reading: Life Story: Ann Trow Lohman, a.k.a. Madame Restell (1812 - 1878) How Notorious Abortionist Madame Restell Built a Drug Empire The story of a 19th-century firebrand who stood

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7:16

Women of Controversy: Anaïs Nin

Womanica ·

2024/11/01

Anaïs Nin (1903-1977) was a French-American writer best known for her diaries, which span several decades and offer a intimate insight into her personal life, relationships, and artistic community. In the seven installments of her diaries and her works of fiction, she explores sexuality, femininity, and psychoanalysis. For Further Reading: An Introduction to the World of Anaïs Nin Anais Nin, Author Whose Diaries Depicted Intellectual Life, Dead Before Lena Dunham, there was Anaïs Nin – now patron

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5:12

Scream Queens: Carmilla

Womanica ·

2024/10/31

Carmilla (1872) is a vampire novella written by Irish author Sheridan Le Fanu. It tells the story of a lesbian romance between Carmilla, a 150 year old vampire, and Laura, a 19-year-old girl living with her widowed father in a castle in Austria. Through the concept of vampirism, Sheridan uses the character of Carmilla to explore queer relationships and female sexual expression in a time of strict patriarchy. For Further Reading: Carmilla by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu Unveiling Carmilla: Subverting

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7:35

Scream Queens: Milicent Patrick

Womanica ·

2024/10/30

Milicent Patrick (c.1915-1998) was an actress and special effects artist who created the iconic “Gill-man” from the classic film Creature of the Black Lagoon. Though her credits on many movies were lost due to being blacklisted, her effect on Universal Studios’ monster lineup is indelible. For Further Reading: The Lady From the Black Lagoon The Fantastic Mystery of Millicent Patrick Famous Monsters of Filmland Science Fiction Monsters – Who Invents Them? A Girl! October is the perfect time to

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3:56

Scream Queens: Yuki-onna

Womanica ·

2024/10/29

Yuki-onna is an ancient Japanese yokai, a category of ghosts, spirits, and monsters derived from folklore. The first account of the mysterious woman was written centuries ago, during Japan’s Muromachi period. The legend is popular in the north of Japan and in other places with harsh winters and heavy snowfalls, and it likely appeared in response to missing locals during storms. For Further Reading: A Heart as Cold as Ice? Ancient Tales and Folk-Lore of Japan Yuki Onna: Shining a spotlight

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5:59

Scream Queens: Ida Lupino

Womanica ·

2024/10/28

Ida Lupino (1918-1995) was a British-American actress, producer, writer, and director. She acted in over 50 movies, wrote and directed several of her own films, and directed many popular TV shows. She was only the second woman to be admitted to the Directors Guild of America and explored taboo topics through her work. For Further Reading Ida Lupino, Hollywood Renaissance Woman How Ida Lupino lit a path for women directors and indie filmmakers alike OBITUARY: Ida Lupino October is the perfect

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6:14

Bonus: Judy Smith

Womanica ·

2024/10/26

Judy A. Smith (1958 - present) is an American crisis manager, lawyer, author and television producer. Her work in crisis management over the years has earned the title of “professional fixer” and is seen as the inspiration for the ABC television series “Scandal.” This bonus episode is brought to you by the CBS Original ELSBETH. For Further Reading Elle – Meet The Woman Celebrities And CEOs Call In A Crisis D.C. insider Judy Smith is basis for ABC drama “Scandal” See omnystudio.com/listener for

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5:54

Scream Queens: Isobel Gowdie

Womanica ·

2024/10/25

Isobel Gowdie (fl. 1662) was a Scottish woman who confessed to witchcraft during a period historians now call “The Great Scottish Witch Hunt of 1661-1662.” She told elaborate, extensive, and often subversive, stories about being a witch. For Further Reading: Go in the Devil’s Name The Subversive Fantasy of Isobel Gowdie Isobel Gowdie and the Untold History of the Scottish Witch Trials The Visions Of Isobel Gowdie: Magic, Witchcraft And Dark Shamanism In Seventeenth Century Scotland The Great

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6:36

Scream Queens: Enriqueta Martí

Womanica ·

2024/10/24

Enriqueta Martí (c. 1868-1913) was a Spanish woman infamously known as the "Vampire of Barcelona" due to her alleged involvement in child abduction, exploitation, and murder in the early 20th century. According to legend, she led a double life, posing as a healer and beggar while secretly preying on vulnerable children, using them for black magic rituals, and possibly selling their remains. Her arrest in 1912 shocked the nation and sparked widespread public outrage. For Further Reading: Enriqueta

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4:24

Scream Queens: Emily Gerard

Womanica ·

2024/10/23

Emily Gerard (1849-1905) was a Scottish writer whose collection of Transylvanian folklore served as direct inspiration for Bram Stoker as he was penning his famous and beloved novel Dracula. For Further Reading: Mystery of the Scottish woman who inspired Dracula The Scottish Anthropologist Who Inspired Dracula ‹ CrimeReads Bram Stoker’s Dracula inspired by writings of maverick Scotswoman | Scotland | The Guardian Womanhood The Project Gutenberg eBook of Transylvanian Superstitions, by Emily

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5:02

Scream Queens: La Sayona

Womanica ·

2024/10/22

La Sayona is a myth from Venezuelan folklore who wanders the country, seducing and killing men who dare to be unfaithful to their wives. For Further Reading: Column: La Sayona, a legend about revenge, treason and motherhood Relatos Orales de Latinoamérica Dos venezolanos le ponen rostro a la leyenda de La Sayona de HBO World must confront Maduro’s ‘campaign of terror’, Venezuelan opposition leader says October is the perfect time to delve into all things spooky. So this month, we're talking about

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6:21

Scream Queens: Maila Nurmi

Womanica ·

2024/10/21

Maila Nurmi (1922-2008) was a Finnish-American actress who made her mark as television’s first horror host, playing Vampira on The Vampira Show. For Further Reading: Vampira: An Appreciation of the Undersung Proto-Goth Goddess How Maila Nurmi’s Niece Unearthed the Hidden History of Goth Icon Vampira Maila Nurmi, TV’s Vampira, dies at 85 October is the perfect time to delve into all things spooky. So this month, we're talking about the women who give us goosebumps. Some are real-life creators of

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5:53

Bonus: Dorothy Vaughan

Womanica ·

2024/10/19

Dorothy Vaughan (1910-2008) was an American mathematician and human computer who worked for the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA), and then NASA. She made waves in the industry at a time when racial and gender discrimination prevented women of color from gaining recognition for their work. Her life and contributions were honored in the 2016 film, Hidden Figures. This bonus episode is brought to you by the CBS Original ELSBETH. For Further Reading: Dorothy Johnson Vaughan Dorothy

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5:56

Scream Queens: Isabella Tomasi

Womanica ·

2024/10/18

Isabella Tomasi, a.k.a. Maria Crocifissa della Concezione (1645-1699) was a Benedictine nun who lived in a convent in Sicily, Italy and claimed she was possessed by the Devil. In 1676, she wrote a cryptic letter that no one was able to decipher until 2017. Scientists theorize that rather than being 'possessed by the devil', Maria suffered from schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. For Further Reading: Centuries to Read: Maria Crocifissa’s Letter From the Devil Satan's Enigma: 'Possessed' Nun's

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4:38

Scream Queens: Lamia

Womanica ·

2024/10/17

Lamia is a demon from Greek mythology famous for her penchant for devouring children. Sometimes she’s depicted as a fearsome and hideous demon, other times she appears beautiful yet vampiric, seducing young men before drinking their blood. For Further Reading: Men Have Feared Women for Millennia. Just Look at the Monsters of Greek Mythology | Smithsonian Lamia - World History Encyclopedia October is the perfect time to delve into all things spooky. So this month, we're talking about the women

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6:36

Scream Queens: Fay Wray

Womanica ·

2024/10/16

Fay Wray (1907-2004) was an actress best known for her role as Ann Darrow in the iconic 1933 film King Kong. Fay became a symbol of Hollywood's Golden Age and is remembered for her contributions to the horror and adventure genres. For Further Reading: Fay Wray, Beauty to Kong's Beast, Dies at 96 - The New York Times From the Archives: Fay Wray, 96; Actress, Object of Ape's Desire in 'King Kong' - Los Angeles Times 'King Kong' damsel Fay Wray dies at 96 King Kong and Fay Wray - Hollywood

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4:20

Scream Queens: Banshee

Womanica ·

2024/10/15

The Banshee is a female spirit in Irish folklore who heralds the death of a family member — usually by screaming, wailing, or keening. For Further Reading: In Search of the Irish Family Banshee, Her Cry Echoing Across Generations The Banshee: The Wailing Fairy Woman of Ireland Exploring Irish Mythology: The Banshee October is the perfect time to delve into all things spooky. So this month, we're talking about the women who give us goosebumps. Some are real-life creators of spine-chilling works of

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5:52

Scream Queens: Shirley Jackson

Womanica ·

2024/10/14

Shirley Jackson (1916-1965) was an essayist, novelist, cartoonist, and short story writer specializing in horror and fantasy. Her dystopian short story “The Lottery” and “The Haunting of Hill House” are considered some of the greatest works of horror of the 20th century. For Further Reading: Laurence Jackson Hyman on his mother Shirley: ‘Her work is so relevant now…’: The Alternating Identities of Shirley Jackson The Haunted Mind of Shirley Jackson October is the perfect time to delve into

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7:10

Bonus: Betty Friedan

Womanica ·

2024/10/12

Betty Friedan (1921-2006) was an American feminist writer and activist. Her first book The Feminine Mystique is often credited with launching the second wave of feminism. This bonus episode is brought to you by the CBS Original ELSBETH. For Further Reading: Betty Friedan, Who Ignited Cause in 'Feminine Mystique,' Dies at 85 The Powerful, Complicated Legacy of Betty Friedan’s ‘The Feminine Mystique’ Life so Far: A Memoir See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:03

Scream Queens: Kuchisake Onna

Womanica ·

2024/10/11

Kuchisake Onna, or the slit mouthed woman, is an ancient Japanese ghost. She is known as a vengeful woman who was mutilated at the hands of someone she trusted. The folktale says she approaches single travelers in the night and asks them, “Am I beautiful?” If they answer incorrectly, she will mutilate their face to match her. For Further Reading: The Terrifying Legend Of Kuchisake Onna, The Slit-Mouthed Woman Of Japan Kuchisake Onna Legend of Kuchisake-onna October is the perfect time to delve

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