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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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8:14

Athletes: Debi Thomas

Womanica ·

2024/07/24

Debi Thomas (1967-present) is an American figure skater who became the first Black athlete to win a medal in any sport at the Winter Olympics in 1988. She wasn’t content with just being a world class skater, she also became a doctor, earning degrees from Stanford University and Northwestern University. Now in her fifties, she recently returned to skating. For Further Reading: The New York Times: Sports of The Times; One Slip in a Life of Great Balance NBC Sports: Debi Thomas, 1988 Olympic medalist,

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3:44

Athletes: Pan Duo

Womanica ·

2024/07/23

Pan Duo (1939-2014) was the first Chinese woman to summit Mount Everest and the second woman overall to summit the mountain after Junko Tabei in 1975. For Further Reading: Climbing Magazine: The First Three Women to Climb Everest Chicago Tribune: HANDMAIDENS TO THE `MOTHER GODDESS OF THE WIND Google Books: Honouring High Places The Mountain Life of Junko Tabei The University of Alberta: Ascending marginalized stories to new heights This month we're celebrating the women who performed physical

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6:26

Athletes: Ruth Aarons

Womanica ·

2024/07/22

Ruth Aarons (1918-1980) was an American teenage table tennis champion. She was known for her wins at the World Championships and for her performances at night clubs and in theaters. After retiring from table tennis, she went on to manage big stars, like David Cassidy. For Further Reading: Ruth Aarons - United States Table Tennis Hall of Fame Steve Isaacson Interview: Honoring Ruth Aarons - Butterfly Table Tennis Righting a wrong This month we're celebrating the women who performed physical and

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4:34

Athletes: Cynisca

Womanica ·

2024/07/19

Cynisca (c. 440 BCE) was the first woman to ever win an event at the Olympic Games. By exploiting a loophole in the rule that only men could participate in the games, she paved the way for the woman Olympians of today. For Further Reading: Cynisca of Sparta - World History Encyclopedia Hidden women of history: Kyniska, the first female Olympian Cynisca and the Heraean Games: The Female Athletes of Ancient Greece “The Only Woman in All Greece”: Kyniska, Agesilaus, Alcibades and Olympia This

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6:11

Athletes: Tori Bowie

Womanica ·

2024/07/18

Tori Bowie (1990-2023) was a track and field athlete with three Olympic medals. In 2017, she became the fastest woman in the world – but her career was cut short after dying from complications from pregnancy at 32 years old. For Further Reading: Tori Bowie: The Fastest Woman In The World Tori Bowie’s death highlighted a devastating reality for Black women in the US Olympic champ Tori Bowie’s mental health struggles were no secret inside track’s tight-knit family This month we're celebrating

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8:03

Athletes: Olga Korbut

Womanica ·

2024/07/17

Olga Korbut (1955-present) is a former Soviet gymnast who gained international fame for her performances in the early 1970s. Known for her extraordinary agility and charismatic presence, she captured the world's attention at the 1972 Munich Olympics, where she did innovative routines, featuring moves like the "Korbut Flip." She revolutionized gymnastics by making the sport more dynamic and artistic. For Further Reading: 50 stunning Olympic moments No47: Olga Korbut redefines gymnastics Taking a

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5:28

Athletes: Sheryl Swoopes

Womanica ·

2024/07/16

Sheryl Swoopes (1971-present) is a retired American basketball player. She was the first player to be signed by the WNBA in 1997. She went on to become a four-time WNBA champion and a three-time Olympic gold medalist. For Further Reading: SHERYL DENISE SWOOPES (1971- ) Three-time MVP 'tired of having to hide my feelings' Sheryl Swoopes This month we're celebrating the women who performed physical and mental feats in sports. They overcame societal barriers, personal struggles, and fierce

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5:17

Athletes: Maria-Teresa de Filippis

Womanica ·

2024/07/15

Maria-Teresa de Filippis (1926-2016) was an Italian race car driver. She was an official driver for Maserati and the first woman in Formula One. During her career, she qualified for five Grand Prix races, including three championships. Since her time on the track, only five women have attempted to qualify for world championship grand prix races. For Further Reading: Maria Teresa de Filippis Maria Teresa de Filippis: Even the great Fangio thought she drove too fast Women have a thin history in F1,

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24:22

Nike On Air: Making History with Ibtihaj Muhammad and...

Womanica ·

2024/07/14

Ibtihaj Muhammad and Janee’ Kassanavoid both envisioned a path to the top, and then climbed their way there – in fields where no one who looked like them had ever made it that far. Ibtihaj, a world class fencer, made history as the first woman to wear a hijab while competing on the world stage. And Janee’ Kassanavoid, hammer throw darling, became the first Indigenous woman to medal at the World Athletics Track and Field Championships. This episode, we hear their stories of resilience, passion, and

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27:32

Nike On Air: Creating a Legacy with Dawn Staley and...

Womanica ·

2024/07/13

In recent years, Dawn Staley and A'ja Wilson have become household names. From their achievements on the court to their influential roles off it, we delve into how these women have shaped the landscape of women's basketball and supported each other along the way. In this episode, we hear how they’ve overcome adversity and proven the naysayers wrong to leave their mark on the sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:45

Athletes: Wyomia Tyus

Womanica ·

2024/07/12

Wyomia Tyus (1945 - present) is an Olympic athlete who became the first person to win gold in back to back Olympic games. During the 1968 Olympic games, she joined the Olympic Project for Human Rights and protested against global racial inequality along with other Black athletes. For Further Reading: ESPN: Track legend Wyomia Tyus protested at the '68 Olympics and hardly anyone noticed The New York Times: A Quiet Demonstration and a Long Shadow Olympics: Wyomia Tyus This month we're

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3:29

Athletes: Hélène de Pourtalès

Womanica ·

2024/07/11

Hélène de Pourtalès (1868-1945) was an American-born Swiss sailor who competed in the 1900 Summer Olympics in Paris representing Switzerland. She was one of the first 22 women to participate in the Olympics, and one of the first to win an Olympic gold medal. For Further Reading: Women’s History Spotlight: Hélène de Pourtalès Sheroes: Hélène de Pourtalès The first female Olympic champion Countess Hélène de Pourtalès This month we're celebrating the women who performed physical and mental feats in

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7:34

Athletes: Mary Peters

Womanica ·

2024/07/10

Mary Peters (1939-present) is a former athlete from Northern Ireland who won a gold medal for the pentathlon at the 1972 Olympics in Munich. This marked the bloodiest year of The Troubles. Peters went on to champion other athletes from Northern Ireland. For Further Readings: Olympics: Memory Lane - 72, A Gathering of Champions The Irish Times: Mary Peters: ‘Northern Ireland was going through terrible times. I just wanted to bring some good news’ Council on Foreign Relations: Moving Past the

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5:30

Athletes: Lisa Lane

Womanica ·

2024/07/09

Lisa Lane (1933-2024) was an American chess player and 1959 U. S. Women’s Chess Champion. She was also the first chess player to appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated magazine. For Further Reading: Lisa Lane, Chess Champion Whose Reign Was Meteoric, Dies at 90 QUEEN OF KNIGHTS AND PAWNS More Than Five Decades After Lisa Lane's Success, Equality Still Eludes Women in Chess All Eyes Are on the Women This month we're celebrating the women who performed physical and mental feats in sports. They

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5:10

Athletes: Cathy Freeman

Womanica ·

2024/07/08

Cathy Freeman (1974-present) is an Australian Aboriginal runner. She won the gold medal for the 400 meter race at the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games, at a tense time in reconciliation between the Australian government and Aboriginal people. For Further Reading: Born To Run, by Cathy Freeman Cathy Freeman’s Sydney 2000 gold was a moment of ecstasy at a time of national reckoning National Museum of Australia: Cathy Freeman This month we're celebrating the women who performed physical and mental feats in

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19:11

Nike On Air: Breaking New Ground with Sunny Choi

Womanica ·

2024/07/07

Sunny Choi was climbing the corporate ladder when she heard that breaking would be an event at the world’s biggest stage in sports. After years of upholding society’s standards of what a successful life looks like, Sunny is going for the gold. Tune in to hear how breaking encouraged her to break the mold and be a more liberated version of herself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:52

Nike On Air: The Fastest Woman in the World with...

Womanica ·

2024/07/06

Tatyana McFadden has 20 Paralympic medals in wheelchair racing. She’s won four New York City Marathons. When she’s racing downhill, her arms push her to speeds of 40 miles an hour. This episode, tune in to learn how Tatyana went from an orphanage in Russia to one of the most decorated athletes in the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:52

Athletes: Kathleen Stanford Grant

Womanica ·

2024/07/05

Kathleen Stanford Grant (1921-2010) was a professional dancer turned Pilates pioneer. After a serious knee injury, she trained with founder Joseph Pilates to recover and discovered a lifelong love of the exercise program. Kathy became one of only two people he ever certified directly to teach Pilates and helped bolster its popularity in the late 20th century. For Further Reading: The Story Of My Song: Kathy Grant Documentary | Pilates Anytime The Legacy of Kathy Grant – by Kathy Corey Lori Harvey

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6:42

Athletes: Kerri Strug

Womanica ·

2024/07/04

Kerri Strug (1977-present) is a two-time Olympian and gold medalist. In 1992, she was the youngest American Olympian. In 1996, she helped the US team win the gold by competing in vault on an injured ankle. For Further Reading: Kerri Strug's Unforgettable Determination to Win Gymnastics Olympic Gold | Strangest Moments Happy Landing Archdeacon: The ‘magnificent’ life of Kerri Strug This month we're celebrating the women who performed physical and mental feats in sports. They overcame societal

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5:25

Athletes: Stamata Revithi

Womanica ·

2024/07/03

Stamata Revithi (1860s-unknown) was a Greek woman who made history as the first woman to run the marathon race at the Olympics. In 1896, during the first modern Olympic Games in Athens, Stamata ran the marathon course the day after the official men's race. Although her run was not recognized by the Olympic committee, her determination and effort paved the way for future women athletes. For Further Readings: Stamata Revithi, alias "Melpomene" The bold hero and bolder heroine of the first modern

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