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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

20:57

Madam C.J. Walker Read by Poorna Jagannathan

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/12/30

Once upon a time, there was an inventor and entrepreneur named Madam C.J. Walker. She was the child of slaves, the first in her family to be born free, thanks to the Emancipation Proclamation. As a child, she had to work in the cotton fields to help support her family. Later, as a teenaged orphan, she became a washerwoman, backbreaking work considered one of the worst and most difficult jobs a woman could have.But she dreamed of more -- for herself and her daughter. When, due to an illness, her

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10:38

Get to Know Celeste Bell

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/12/26

Meet Celeste Bell, a filmmaker and a writer, and who has recently been working on a book and film project about her late mother, Poly Styrene. The book is called Dayglo! The Poly Styrene Story and the film is called, Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche.[This episode previously aired in 2021.]

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21:56

Poly Styrene Read by Celeste Bell

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/12/23

Poly Styrene, otherwise known as Marianne Joan Elliott-Said was a British musician, a poet, singer-songwriter, and a pioneer in punk music. She is the first multiracial woman to lead a punk band, and continually dared herself to evolve as a musician and human being. About the Narrator Celeste Bell spent her earliest years living on a Hare Krishna commune in the Hertfordshire countryside with her mother, Poly Styrene. After completing her degree from Queen Mary University of London, Celeste

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10:05

Get to Know Tara Kirk Sell

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/12/18

Meet Olympic swimmer and public health researcher Tara Kirk Sell. From breaking the 2004 world record in the 100 meter breaststroke to researching public health issues, Tara is a champion of change. Junior Reporter Laila sat down for a chat with Tara about chasing dreams, setting big goals, and pushing past obstacles.

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19:25

Katie Ledecky: Breaking Records and Swimming to the Top

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/12/16

Katie Ledecky dove headfirst into swimming at just six years old. Today, she is now the most decorated woman swimmer in Olympic history. From winning her first gold in the 800m freestyle at 15 years old to having a current-day total of 14 Olympic medals, Katie continues to prove that she is limitless in the water. 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 Tara Kirk Sell. It was written and produced

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9:56

Get to Know Chef Rachel Gurjar

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/12/09

Chef and food writer Rachel Gurjar shares how she went from Mumbai to culinary school, test kitchens, and Rebel Girls Make Dessert, mixing memory, creativity, and courage to inspire anyone who loves to play in the kitchen.

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31:03

SOUNDSCAPE BONUS! Sunny Little Garden

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/12/04

It's time to tend to our garden. We'll plant some flowers, water the plants, and turnover the soil. The birds and bugs are working alongside us to make the garden strong. With some sunlight, water, and care, there's nothing we can't grow.

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18:53

Margarete Steiff: Made with Love

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/12/02

With a needle, a bit of stuffing and a lot of creativity, inventor Margarete Steiff stitched one of the most beloved toys into existence: the teddy bear. She turned her passion into a business forever changing the way children go to sleep.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 Olivia Riçhard with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. It was written by Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan

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13:56

Leah Williamson: Giving it Her Best Shot

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/11/20

Leah Williamson was determined to get to the Championships. But when a referee disqualified Leah’s penalty kick, her dreams came to a screeching halt. This is how one kick, and the powerful woman behind it, transformed England’s national team.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 Joy Smith with sound design and mixing by Reel Audiobooks. It was written by Nicole Haroutunian. Fact-checking by Joe

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18:35

Misty Copeland: The Ballerina Who Leapt Over Barriers...

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/11/18

Misty Copeland broke barriers in 2015 when she became the first Black woman to be named Principal Ballerina at the American Ballet Theatre. She didn’t begin dancing until she was 13—and once she found ballet, she leapt fearlessly into her future. Now, Misty is opening doors for girls who never saw themselves represented in ballet, proving that talent, passion, and courage—not background—determine who belongs on stage.This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good

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15:32

Wanda Díaz-Merced: Listening to the Universe

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/11/13

Through her invention LightSound, Wanda Díaz-Merced, a Blind astrophysicist, has made experiencing solar eclipses possible for Blind and Low Vision communities. Listen in to learn more about LightSound and Wanda’s inspiring journey as an astrophysicist.This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. The story of Wanda Díaz-Merced was made possible by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute, celebrating women with disabilities in

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9:17

Get to Know Chef Dawn Burrell

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/11/11

Olympic track star and chef Dawn Burrell talks with Junior Reporter Chelsea about finding new flavors through travel, turning challenges into opportunities, and giving back to the community. From starting off as a long jumper to finding joy in cooking, Dawn shows us that it’s never too late to set new goals and embrace change.

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4:44

Get to Know Tatiana Maslany

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/11/06

Today you'll hear from famed Hollywood actress, Tatiana Maslany, who narrated the previous episode about Hedy Lamarr. If you haven't listened to last week's episode, now is a good time to go back and check it out. In this interview Tatiana reveals how she embraces her 'inner weirdo' and how she relies on internet to stay connected with her family.

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15:38

Hedy Lamarr Read by Tatiana Maslany

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/11/04

Growing up in Austria-Hungary, Hedy Lamarr had two great passions: acting and inventing. She’s best known for her work in Hollywood, stunning American audiences with her beauty and compelling dramatic talents. But recently she’s earned recognition for her technological contributions as well. She and her friend, the composer George Antheil, received a patent for radio-frequency technology that is now valued at over 300 Billion dollars. Because of Hedy, your family can safely send secure text messages

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9:07

Get to Know Actress Montego Glover

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/10/30

Tony-nominated Montego Glover talks auditions, confidence, and treating theater like a sport. From Hamilton to Into the Woods, she shares how education and joy fuel a creative career—and why every kid deserves access to the arts.

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15:51

Sarinya Srisakul: Fighting Fires and Prejudice

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/10/28

When Sarinya Srisakul joined the New York City Fire Department, she made history as the first Asian American woman firefighter in the city. Her story ignited a movement for women interested in firefighting around the states. From her first day on the job to becoming president of the United Women Firefighters, Sarinya has fought more than just flames — she’s fought for fairness, representation, and every woman’s right to take up space where she belongs.This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls

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9:27

Get to Know Joanne Chang

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/10/23

Pastry chef and restaurateur Joanne Chang on leaving consulting for kitchens, building beloved bakeries, and developing recipes with patience and joy—plus a sneak peek at her Homemade Oreos in Rebel Girls Make Dessert.Photo credit: Kristin Teig

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22:31

Mai Bhago: The Warrior Full of Good Fortune

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/10/21

Mai Bhago was a Sikh woman warrior who led an army of 40 men in a fight for justice during the early 1700s. During a time of brewing conflict between the Mughal Empire and the Sikh Faith, Mai Bhago maintained her unwavering faith in Sikhism. Her legacy lives on through the Mai Bhago Armed Forces Preparatory Institute for Girls. Tune in to learn more about Mai Bhago’s bravery! This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode

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21:29

Dolores Huerta: Fighting for the Rights of Farm Workers

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/10/14

As a child of immigrants, Dolores Huerta witnessed just how poorly migrant farm workers were treated. This motivated her to lead massive labor movements for better pay, childcare, and rights for all farm workers. No challenge is too big for Dolores Huerta and it shows in her slogan- Si Se Puede- yes, it can be done. Listen in to learn more about Dolores!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

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19:56

Florence Nightingale: Lighting the Way for Nurses...

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls ·

2025/10/07

Florence Nightingale knew her purpose was to heal humans and animals alike after she bandaged and cared for her childhood dog, Cap. Florence later became a nurse and gained the reputation of “The Lady with the Lamp,” which spoke to the many sleepless nights she dedicated to saving soldiers from fatal injuries, diseases, and infections. Listen in to learn more about how Florence Nightingale changed the world of medicine!This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series

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