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More Than A Muse

Sadie Anderson, Stauney Hansen

Welcome to MORE THAN A MUSE, a weekly podcast where we explore the lives of women artists, musicians, writers, sculptors, and more. Join Stauney (a graphic designer) and Sadie (a singer-songwriter) EVERY MONDAY as we reframe art history and pop culture with feminism, empowering women to be educated, unapologetically angry, and champion those whom history has forgotten. Through in-depth historical discussions and pop culture chats, we spotlight unsung heroines, all while challenging the status quo

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71:20

Stevie Nicks: The Reigning Queen of Rock & Roll

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2024/01/08

This month, we turn our spotlight to Women in Rock, featuring Stauney's introduction to Stevie Nicks, the renowned lead singer of Fleetwood Mac, following a captivating concert in December. Stauney, alongside Sadie, delves into Stevie's musical journey, starting with her early collaboration with Lindsay Buckingham, their ascent to fame with Fleetwood Mac, and the band's rollercoaster of breakups and reunions. They also highlight her impressive solo career, her significant contributions to

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59:02

Unwrapping the Best of 2023: Books, Music, Movies,...

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2023/12/27

This week, Stauney and Sadie wrap up their favorite art from the past year, including books, movies, TV shows, artworks, music, and their favorite episodes! This year was an incredible year of many episodes and wonderful works of art by incredible women and this was the chance to touch on all of them and shout out the best of the best. Enjoy the recommendations and thoughts, and have a happy new year!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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43:50

The Voice Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree: Brenda Lee

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2023/12/18

This week, Sadie dives into the live and career of Brenda Lee, a musical dynamo whose influence resonates through the corridors of rock, country, and pop. From her humble beginnings as a child prodigy to becoming an iconic voice in the music industry, Brenda Lee's journey is a tapestry of talent, resilience, and chart-topping hits, including recently being crowned the oldest woman to ever chart on the Billboard Hot 100. As the woman behind the iconic hit 'Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree,' Lee's

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73:06

Why We All Love Dolly Parton

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2023/12/11

This week, Stauney and Sadie dive into a long-awaited episode about the legend, Dolly Parton. Dolly has a legacy that we would be unable to sum up in just over an hour, so we give you a quick overview of her life story, and then dive into some of our favorite Dolly stories and the endless legacy she has created during her 5-decade long career. We talk about her songwriting, philanthropy, her look, Dollywood, her recent album release, and all the Dollyisms that make her beloved by everyone of all

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67:10

A Whimsical Painter Who Never Sold A Painting:...

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2023/12/04

A woman who never sold a painting, but because she didn't want to? This week, Stauney brings us into the whimsical world of Florine Stettheimer, a New York native who opened an eccentric salon, created a whole new painting style, secretly wrote poems about the New York elite, designed furniture, costumes, fashion, stage sets and captured the spirit of the city in a way that hadn't been seen before and hasn't been seen since. She was just as famous as Georgia O'Keefe during her lifetime, and in her

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64:24

Women Who Belong in the Kitchen: Julia Child, Paula...

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2023/11/27

In this week's episode, Stauney and Sadie delve into the culinary arts, spotlighting six women who revolutionized North American cuisine: M.F.K. Fisher, Buwei Yang Chao, Julia Child, Paula Deen, Lena Richard, and Rachael Ray. Their collective impact spans generations, covering diverse cuisines such as Chinese, French, Southern Comfort, and Creole, and going from writing cookbooks as experts to television shows as celebrity chefs. Additionally, we discuss the gender disparity in culinary courses and

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45:34

The Woman Behind Thanksgiving: Sarah Josepha Hale

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2023/11/20

Have you ever thought about a time before the telephone when Mary didn't yet have a little lamb and there was no Thanksgiving? Those might not seem connected, but this week, Sadie takes us back to early America to talk about the woman who brings it all together, Sarah Josepha Hale. Hale was a 19th-century literary legend who left an indelible mark on American culture and was considered the greatest influence on early American trends and traditions. Best known for penning "Mary Had a Little Lamb,"

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94:14

Catfights, Conflicts, & Clichés: The Phenomenon of...

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2023/11/13

In probably some of the craziest stories we've ever heard, this week, Stauney and Sadie dive deep into the world of "catfights" discussing how the term evolved from its historical roots to its current portrayal in modern media. We're going beyond the clichés to unravel the threads of catfight culture, exploring why these confrontations between women have become such a sensation. From ancient times to today's tabloids, we're untangling the drama, competition, and conflicts that make catfights a

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64:34

America's First Prima Ballerina: Maria Tallchief

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2023/11/06

This week, Stauney talks about the Prima Ballerina, Maria Tallchief and how her pioneering spirit challenged the norms of the predominantly European art form and ushered in a new era for ballet in the United States. From her early training at the School of American Ballet to becoming the first American and Native American prima ballerina, Tallchief's career was marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence. This episode discusses the life and achievements of Maria Tallchief, from her formative years

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65:02

Villainous Heroines: Psychopathy in 'Gone Girl' and...

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2023/10/30

Happy Halloween! To end our month of murder mysteries, this week Stauney and Sadie delve into the riveting realm of two iconic characters, Amy Dunne from Gillian Flynn's "Gone Girl" and Scarlett O'Hara from Margaret Mitchell's "Gone with the Wind," uncovering the eerie parallels in their psychopathic behavior, and the infamous stories they play the title role in. We discuss the differences and parallels in their stories, sharing the plots of the books/movies and the impact that their portrayal of

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33:54

Why are women so obsessed with true crime? "Savage...

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2023/10/27

For this month's bonus episode, Stauney and Sadie share their thoughts on the book "Savage Appetites: Four True Stories of Women, Crime, and Obsession" by Rachel Monroe. This book covers the question "Why are women so obsessed with true crime?" by diving into four real stories from four different time periods (nutshell dollhouses, the Manson family murders, Satanic panic, and Columbine) and their individual obsessions with different true crime archetypes. We talk about the different people and time

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55:50

The Women Behind Hitchcock: Unmasking the Master

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2023/10/25

Alfred Hitchcock, renowned as the "Master of Suspense," directed a range of films with equally intricate leading ladies. In this episode, we dive deep into the horrifying connections between Hitchcock and his female stars, shedding light on the secrets that have intrigued audiences for decades. We'll discuss the compelling and saddening stories of Hitchcock's "ice cold blondes" like June Howard-Tripp, Ingrid Bergman, Joan Fontaine, and Tippi Hedren. Furthermore, we'll explore Hitchcock's

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65:14

Nancy Drew and Her Many Mysterious Authors

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2023/10/16

In our next installment of MTAM Murder Mystery Month, Sadie takes us into the enduring legacy of teenage all-American sleuth Nancy Drew! Although all the books were written under the pseudonym "Carolyn Keene," the real authors and creators were a cast of many people who helped make the icon she is today. We discuss her creation and Hardy Boy counterparts, the creator, editor, and authors including the most famous Mildred Benson), the controversy surrounding the ownership, and how she has inspired

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67:44

Agatha Christie: A Mysterious Disappearance of the...

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2023/10/09

Welcome to More Than A Muse Murder Mystery Month!!! This week, to start our October series, Stauney covers the life of famous mystery author Agatha Christie. Although her life is highly documented, after becoming a celebrated author, she disappeared for 9 days starting one of the largest manhunts in history, and showed up with no memories shortly after. She also traveled immensely with details of her various travels seeping into the detective novels, and remains to this day one of the most

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50:18

THREE YEARS of More Than A Muse *Annual Trivia*

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2023/10/02

Have you listened to every episode this year? Do you think you can correctly answer a question about every single person? For our *3rd Annual Trivia Episode* Stauney and Sadie go head to head to quiz each other on all of the people we've covered so far this year. We talk about the scandals, the highlights, and our favorites, and attempt to answer every question without getting too mixed up. We also couldn't help ourselves and discuss the Travis and Taylor of it all... because it's all we've been

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48:16

How Often Do You Think About the Roman Empire?

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2023/09/25

If you're on TikTok, you've probably come across the trend going around of women asking the men in their lives how often they think about the Roman Empire and being absolutely floored by the frequent occurrences. So, this week, Stauney and Sadie are diving into women's role in the Roman Empire, especially regarding their rights and their artistic roles. We talk about the ancient women artists, how Roman women didn't even have real names, and how misogyny probably seeped down in ways from Rome along

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49:27

Sixties Sex Symbol: 'The Devil Invented Brigitte Bardot'

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2023/09/18

"Dazzling starlet, Bardot reincarnate." Olivia Rodrigo's latest album had us thinking.. what really is the story behind the infamous Bardot? In the world of cinema, few names have left as indelible a mark as Brigitte Bardot's. She was not just an actress; she was an icon—a name that conjures images of sensuality and allure. But Bardot's influence transcended the screen. She was the first woman coined as a "sex kitten," she popularized the bikini and winged eyeliner and was a very popular inspiration

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67:23

"Who Was Mona Lisa?" The Muses Behind Our Most Famous...

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2023/09/11

In the art world, behind every iconic masterpiece lies a narrative waiting to be discovered. This week, Stauney and Sadie are diving into the faces behind the frames and talking about the world's most famous muses, or the faces in the world's most renowned paintings. From Leonardo's Mona Lisa and her mysterious smile to Degas' hidden history of ballerinas, we'll talk about each of the women who are never named despite how often their faces are seen in the most prominent museums. Join us as we reveal

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52:25

Silently Speaking through Sculpture: Marisol Escobar

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2023/09/04

In the world of art history, only a few have made a big impact on how art is seen. Among famous artists, some special ones are often overlooked. This week, Stauney introduces us to Marisol Escobar who navigated artistic landscapes from Paris to New York and Los Angeles and existed in an insurmountable amount of artistic movements. As a child, an early tragedy left her mute for a decade, and as a woman, she grappled with the gendered confines of both feminist and 'boys' club' spheres, choosing

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66:38

Paradoxes of Purity: Portrayals of Women & Girlhood...

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2023/08/28

Women's sexuality and their purity seem to be a topic that follows us throughout time. In this episode, Stauney and Sadie explore how societal views on women's sexuality and purity are reflected in classic literature like 'The Scarlet Letter,' 'The Virgin Suicides,' and 'Lolita.' These novels serve as mirrors to the complexities of purity culture, where women's bodies and desires are closely scrutinized. The novels are all notably written by men, whose intentions have been twisted over time to

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