Tiffany rounds up the latest girl-related news from around the globe for the month of February. Learn about the gains and losses for girls, as well as hashtag movements that you can become involved in to advance women's and girls' rights.
Feb 29, 2016•15 min
Erin Sykes takes us on a celebration of women who have, throughout history, taken part in what might be termed revolution -- any social or political action to bring about change. She journeys through 16 stories of revolutionaries who have brought about positive change through their accomplishments. Explore the lives of: Susan B. Anthony Harriet Tubman Emmeline Pankhurst Nadezhda Krupskaya Margaret Sanger Golda Meir Rosa Parks Lakshmi Sagal Sophie Scholl...
Feb 12, 2016•15 min
The latest global development concerning girls, including:-- New reports on girls health & wellness;-- Laws that will benefit girls in the US & Zimbabwe;-- Winds for girls, including new apps + comics; and-- The incredible girls of January, including record-breaking rock climbers, inventors, and change-makers who are proving that girls are the key to a better, brighter future. Also a special reading of "Dear future me" by Nirosha Balakumar for Because I am a Girl blog.
Jan 31, 2016•26 min
In celebration of our 50th episode, we look at how girls and girlhood have evolved through history -- from our prehistoric roots to modern-day movements.
Jan 15, 2016•33 min
A short news roundup to end 2015 -- with lots of positive news for girls around the world!
Jan 01, 2016•14 min
We continue our look at incredible queens with three queens all named Matilda -- and all related to one another! Join us as we explore the lives of Matilda of Flanders, Matilda of Boulogne, and the Empress Matilda.
Dec 11, 2015•29 min
Tiffany rounds up the latest girl-related news, including lots of great advancements for girls rights, hashtag campaigns, and her own opinions on the terrorist attacks of November and how they relate to girls and women.
Nov 30, 2015•24 min
Hillary Hanel discusses our latest exhibit, STEAM Girls. She talks about inspiring women who combine STEM with the Arts, and her own experiences of STEAM in daily life.
Nov 12, 2015•11 min
Tiffany rounds up the latest girl-related news from around the world. Stories include the new study Girls Speak Out, incredible girls standing up for their rights, and harrowing tales of the violation of girls rights that show us we still have work to do.
Oct 30, 2015•20 min
For IDG2015, four of our new UK-based Junior Girls took to the museums to analyze how girls are represented -- or not represented (!) -- in museums. Join them on a journey into UK museums...and the girls who reside there.
Oct 11, 2015•27 min
Tiffany rounds up the latest girl-related news from September, including a lot of amazing hashtag campaigns and news about the Global Goals, education, and incredible girls around the world.
Oct 07, 2015•26 min
In celebration of a very special milestone, Tiffany explores the lives of England's incredible queens: Boudicca, Matilda of Scotland, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Philippa of Hainault, Elizabeth I, and Victoria.
Sep 10, 2015•37 min
Gaming, STEM, education, new laws, and updates on the Chibok girls are featured in this month's News Roundup. There's also the amazing stories of incredible girls working to make our world a better place, set new records, and reveal hidden histories.
Aug 29, 2015•34 min
Tiffany explores the diverse world of young female video game characters as she discusses diversity, video games, and girls. Part of our Gamer Girl exhibit, launching August 14, 2015.
Aug 12, 2015•42 min
Special guest Daniel Floyd of Extra Credits joins us for a look at the origins of his channel and to discuss diversity in gaming.
Aug 07, 2015•13 min
The latest girl news, including developments in eradicating child marriage, gender discrimination, and FGM. We also look into the new Sexual Abuse to Prison Pipeling, updates on #BringBackOurGirls, and the incredible girls of July.
Jul 29, 2015•36 min
Where are the girls in comics? Tiffany talks the history of females comic book characters and introduces us to some of her favorite modern-day heroines hiding among cluttered comic store shelves.
Jul 17, 2015•26 min
Tiffany rounds up girl-related news in a brand new way! Discusses international developments, legal victories, girls in sports, girls and fashion, and other incredible girls around the world.
Jun 30, 2015•39 min
This month, Hillary discusses girls and toys. She covers the history of girls' toys, current news and issues of gender, and her own experiences with toys.
Jun 11, 2015•13 min
The latest girl-related news and stories of incredible girls from around the world. Stories include new legislation, social movements to remove gender stereotypes in toys, and girls using their unique talents to make their communities and the world a better place.
May 31, 2015•34 min
What does it mean to be sustainable? What does that mean for girls? And how does Girl Museum contribute to a more sustainable world? Join Ashley Remer in this special podcast for International Museums Day 2015.
May 15, 2015•24 min
We round up all the girl-related news for the month of April, and there is a LOT of positive news this month! We also have an exceptional round-up of incredible girls -- and boys. Stories include #JusticeForLiz, #BringBackOurGirls, #ThisDoesntMeanYes, women breaking barriers, and many legislative developments bringing better lives to girls around the world.
Apr 30, 2015•37 min
We delve into a historical and artistic exploration of rape. We look at how art has depicted rape from ancient times to today, exploring the stories behind the paintings and the evolution of the term "rape." Parental discretion advised.
Apr 10, 2015•35 min
Tiffany rounds up the latest girl-related news around the world for the month of March. We delve into the Commission on the Status of Women, viral social media campaigns, new legislation in various countries, and a huge amount of incredible girls who inspire us!
Mar 26, 2015•38 min
Our own STEM Girl, Hillary Hanel, explores our latest exhibit -- STEM Girls! Hillary explores the place of girls and women in STEM fields, why these fields are important, and introduces us to a variety of STEM careers that you might not have known about. Hillary also talks about her own studies in biology, history, and museum studies and what that has led her to do as a career! Tune in, and be sure to visit our STEM Girls exhibit at www.girlmuseum.org.
Mar 06, 2015•12 min
We round up the latest girl-related news from around the world. Stories include incredible girls, movements for women's rights and justice, new legislation in the U.S. and Africa, and updates on ISIS and #BringBackOurGirls.
Feb 28, 2015•26 min
Explore the female leaders of the Civil Rights Movement with Junior Girl Hannah Hill. We discuss women such as Coretta Scott King, Ella Baker, and Septima Clark, as well as the many unknown women found in images from the period.
Feb 13, 2015•15 min
Tiffany rounds up the latest girl-related news, including stories from the United Nations, new campaigns and landmark achievements for girls, and updates on ongoing campaigns such as #BringBackOurGirls. She also spotlights the incredible girls of January 2015, from Sierra Leone to Thailand to Croatia.
Jan 29, 2015•27 min
In honor of Human Trafficking Awareness Month and #NHTAD, we look at our 2010 exhibition, Girl for Sale . Join us for a peak at the artworks and poetry of and by girl who have been victims of human trafficking. Featuring special guest readings by Laura Perez of the National American Poetry Museum.
Jan 17, 2015•17 min
Junior Girl Tiffany Rhoades rounds up the latest girl-related news from around the world. Feature stories include our incredible girls, reports on the state of children around the world, and a look at the effects of ISIS, new laws, and upcoming decisions that will affect girls in 2015.
Dec 31, 2014•23 min