Who cares about body hair? Not Rita or Amanda! Amanda introduces us to Margaret McFarland, a child psychologist whose scientific theories were broadcast into nearly every home in America for decades. Then Rita tells the tale of Susan LaFlesche Picotte, the first Native American woman to become a doctor. Follow us on social media: FB: facebook.com/idkherpodcast Twitter: @IDKHerPodcast Insta: @idkher_podcast...
Jan 17, 2020•1 hr 31 min•Season 2Ep. 20
The hosts discuss the idea of sharing naked selfies with friends, then onto some badass women. Rita talks about Elizabeth Brim, a blacksmith who plays with femininity in her work. Amanda shares the adventurous story of Kate Warne, the first female detective in the United States, who once thwarted an effort to assassinate Lincoln. Follow us on social media: FB: facebook.com/idkherpodcast Twitter: @IDKHerPodcast Insta: @idkher_podcast...
Jan 10, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Rita & Amanda kick off the episode reminiscing over childhood quirks. Then Amanda relays the fascinating tale of the first chef to be awarded six Michelin stars: Eugenie Brazier. Rita shares the story of Masako Katsura, a Japanese woman who took the billiards world by storm. Follow us on social media: FB: facebook.com/idkherpodcast Twitter: @IDKHerPodcast Insta: @idkher_podcast...
Jan 03, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Season 2Ep. 18
This episode is excabitchin'! Rita details the ups and downs of tennis star Althea Gibson's life. Then Amanda introduces her favorite artist, Yayoi Kusama, who is the most successful living artist in the world. Follow us on social media: FB: facebook.com/idkherpodcast Twitter: @IDKHerPodcast Insta: @idkher_podcast
Dec 27, 2019•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Do we teach boys to devalue women? Damian Alexander's comic on women heroes sparks great discussion between the hosts. Then Amanda shares the story of dynamic bodybuilder Abbye "Pudgy" Stockton. Rita introduces Lorena Ramírez, an Indigenous runner of the Tarahumara tribe who made her mark on the ultrarunning scene before she turned 18. Don't forget to check out our weekly trivia contest every Wednesday in December. Win free swag, including a custom t-shirt! Follow us on social media: FB: faceboo...
Dec 13, 2019•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Women's anger is the topic at the top of the hour, then Rita and Amanda dive in. Rita starts us off with Chu Ming Silveira, a Chinese-Brazilian architect and designer who created a life-saving iconic photo booth. Amanda shares the story of Dr. Alexa Canady, the first African American woman to become a neurosurgeon despite the obstacles and the odds stacked against her. Don't forget to follow us on social media! FB: facebook.com/idkherpodcast Twitter: @IDKHerPodcast Insta: @idkher_podcast...
Dec 06, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Rita & Amanda encounter a creepy man at a bar, not a first for either of them. Then Amanda tells the story of Lyda Conley, the first Native American woman to argue before the Supreme Court, while Rita regales us with the tale of Lucy Hobbs Taylor. Lucy was the first woman to graduate from dentistry school! Don't forget to follow us on social media! FB: facebook.com/idkherpodcast Twitter: @IDKHerPodcast Insta: @idkher_podcast...
Nov 29, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 14
What a treat! Rita tackles the story of the dynamic Aboriginal singing group The Sapphires, who took Australia by storm & ended up in the middle of a war. Then Amanda shares the tale of Marie Tharp, who changed our view of the world's oceans forever.
Nov 25, 2019•57 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Amanda sheds light on the full story of Laura Keene, an actress who rose to become one of the most powerful theatre managers in American history. But her life is often overshadowed by one fateful night. Rita tells the story of incredible indigenous activist Rigoberta Menchú Tum, who dedicated her life to improving conditions for Guatemala's indigenous women.
Nov 25, 2019•57 min•Season 2Ep. 12
The Vigils have gone vegetarian & it's a struggle! Then Amanda dives in on the incredible story of Winona LaDuke, who is still making headlines. Rita brings us the tale of Julie d'Aubigny, a 17th century swordswoman & opera singer. Join us for another week of women's history told with a little laughter & some friendship thrown in. Follow us! Tell your friends! FB: facebook.com/idkherpodcast Twitter: @IDKHerPodcast Insta: @idkher_podcast...
Nov 08, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Rita & Amanda discuss confronting rapists & not inviting bad men to things. Then Rita introduces Ching Shih, a pirate lord who terrorized the China Seas. Amanda brings the tale of Pearl Hart to life. Pearl became an infamous stagecoach robber & jailbird! Loving the feminist world history lessons told with a little comedy & friendship? Then follow IDKHer on social media & TELL YOUR FRIENDS! FB: @idkherpodcast Insta: @idkher_podcast Twitter: @IDKHerPodcast
Nov 01, 2019•58 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Amanda shares the story of Spanish feminist & anarchist, Lucía Sánchez Saornil, who created her own all-woman militia during the Spanish Civil War. Rita brings us back farther in history to Mary Anning, an amateur paleontologist who ended up discovering some of the most important finds in science!
Oct 25, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Rita tells the sad, scary, and heroic story of Neerja Bhanot, a flight attendant for Pan-Am Air during a much different time. Amanda shares the story of Elizabeth Peratrovich, an Alaska Native woman who helped pass the first anti-discrimination law in U.S. history, facing down relentless racism with strength & class.
Oct 18, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Breast milk? Breast milk. The topic Rita is *itching* to discuss. Then Amanda rolls into the story of WWII secret agent Nancy Wake, who was named the Gestapo's MOST WANTED PERSON during the height of the war. Rita discusses Nakano Takeko, a Samurai Warrior who fought courageously for her people in battle. Email us ideas at [email protected], & as always, find us on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/idkherpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/idkher_podcast/ Twit...
Oct 11, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Rita shares a difficult story about facing racism in the serving industry, then dives in with the tale of Dian Fossey, who lived for gorillas. Amanda shares the inspirational story of Patsy Mink, the first woman of color & first Asian-American woman elected to Congress, where she kicked some serious ass. As always, find us on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/idkherpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/idkher_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/IDKHerPodcast...
Oct 04, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Our hosts gush over the Veronica Mars reboot, then get right into it. Amanda tells the fun & adventurous story of Patti McGee, the first female professional skateboarder. Then Rita introduces June Tarpé Mills, an artist who created the first solo comic book heroine, known as Miss Fury. As always, find us on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/idkherpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/idkher_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/IDKHerPodcast...
Sep 27, 2019•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 5
The ladies discuss straight pride and Chelsea Handler's new Netflix documentary on white privilege. Then Rita dives in with Ynes Mexía, who finds her calling as a botanist and adventurer late in life. Amanda follows with the story of Susie Bright, a queer sexpert who helped start the first woman-owned, woman-focused pornography magazine. Enjoying the show? Tell your friends! Check out our social media for more info on the women we discuss. We're on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Sep 20, 2019•1 hr 29 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Rita and Amanda dish on 90 Day Fiance before getting into a great episode on stunt pilot and epic partier Pancho Barnes. Then Amanda introduces Rose Fortune, an escaped slave who became Canada's first female police officer and eventually a conductor on the Underground Railroad. Follow us on Instagram (@idkher_podcast), Twitter (@IDKHerPodcast), and Facebook (@idkherpodcast).
Sep 13, 2019•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 3
Our hosts break down the women who dominated this year's VMAs, then get into some complicated stories. Amanda tells the twisting tale of Lillian "The Fabulous Moolah" Ellison, a pro wrestler whose story takes a turn after her death. Rita brings us the inspiring life of Freda Diesing, a Haida artist who almost single-handedly revived her tribe's traditional art. Please help us grow our followers and subscribers by passing along the good word. Like, share, subscribe, follow us on Instagram, Twitte...
Sep 06, 2019•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Welcome to season 2! Rita and Amanda fill you in on their adventurous summers, then Rita tells the story of Michelle J. Howard, reaching heights previously out of reach for women and African Americans. Amanda fills us in on the story behind the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, designed by then 21-year-old Maya Lin, a Chinese-American woman. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter at @idkherpodcast. Email us your stories at [email protected].
Aug 29, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Our season finale covers Angela Jimenez, Mexican revolutionary and all-around badass, who partially inspired La Cucaracha. Amanda brings the story of Elizabeth Cotten, an African American musician who invented an entirely new style of guitar playing, but who didn't find fame until late in life. Plus, Amanda shares some personal info on what it's like to be a woman with an invisible condition in the American healthcare system. As usual, catch us on social media @idkher_podcast or email us at idon...
Jun 07, 2019•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Hitler? Ass pinching? Boxing? Don't miss this episode, folx. Amanda brings us Helen Stephens, the world's fastest woman until Wilma Rudolph came along. Rita tells the story of Barbara Buttrick, a professional boxer who is still in the game. If you like what you hear, subscribe and rate the pod. Also, follow us on social media. Look for us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
May 31, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Amanda is fired up today! She tells the story of Frances Perkins, someone who should be a household name, but isn't. She is the first woman to be part of the U.S. Cabinet--and not just any Cabinet. She was in FDR's Cabinet and played a pivotal role in passing some of the most important legislation in American history. Rita brings us an incredibly inspiring story about the entrepreneur CJ Walker, a black woman who saw a hole in the beauty market and filled it, all the while giving back to the com...
May 24, 2019•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Amanda brings the incredible story of Annie "Londonderry", the first woman to ride around the world on a bicycle...kind of. Rita shares the story of Libby Riddles, the first woman to win the Iditarod. Plus, hear about the trials and tribulations of being women in the media. Vocal fry, anyone?
May 17, 2019•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Both Rita and Amanda have brought along some unconventional women this week. Join Amanda as she discusses Maud Wagner, the first woman professional tattoo artist in the United States. Plus you'll hear all about the hosts' obsession with ink. Then Rita shares the tragic and triumphant story of Cesária Évora, the "Barefoot Diva." As always, please subscribe and rate the show if you're enjoying it. And follow us on social media. We are @idkher_podcast in most places.
May 10, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Queen Nanny was a badass leader who took on her colonizer and won (at least for a while). Ruth Prawer Jhabvala, writer extraordinaire, broke down barriers in the film and publishing industries. Join Rita and Amanda on their twentieth episode as they look at two women's journeys in history.
May 03, 2019•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 20
Our hosts bring women who are wildly different. Amanda tells the story of Emma "Grandma" Gatewood, the first woman to thru-hike The Appalachian Trail, and did so as a senior citizen, proving that it's never too late to change the world. Rita travels to another time and country with the story of Matahari, exotic dancer and accused spy. Please rate and subscribe. Also, follow us on social media! Find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Apr 26, 2019•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Rita's on an inventor roll. This week's woman is Josephine Cochrane, who designed and invented the first commercial dishwasher. Amanda shares the sometimes true, sometimes wildly fabricated story of Bessie Stringfield, the Motorcycle Queen of Miami. Along the way, Amanda shares stories of schools on fire and big lies no one should believe, but somehow do anyway. As always, please rate and subscribe if you're enjoying the show. Visit us on social media.
Apr 19, 2019•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Perfect timing for this week's episode as Rita delves into Valentina Tereshkova, the first woman in space. Amanda tries to do the story of Stagecoach Mary Fields justice. She was the second woman and first African American woman to have her own star route for the U.S. Postal Service, in the wilds of Montana, no less. As always, if you're enjoying the show, please rate and subscribe. Also visit us on our social media accounts! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/idkherpodcast/ Twitter: @IDKHerPodc...
Apr 12, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Bessie Blount Griffin, inventor and forensic scientist, is brought to life by Rita this week. Amanda discusses Irena Sendler, a Holocaust hero who is credit with saving thousands of Jewish children. Please rate and subscribe to the show if you're liking what you're hearing. Also visit us on our social media accounts! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/idkherpodcast/ Twitter: @IDKHerPodcast Instagram: @idkher_podcast Website: idkher.com...
Apr 05, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 16
