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To Be A Rebel

We explore the lives of rebels throughout history- folks who have defied and resisted unjust authority and stood up for themselves; at times costing them their lives or their reputations. And sometimes both. Together, we'll uncover and piece together what it means......To Be A Rebel
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Episodes

The Easter Rising | 3 | More Than Just a Rebellion

This is the last in our three-part series on The Easter Rising Rebellion. This episode will focus on the aftermath of the rebellion and the long-lasting impact it had on Ireland. Below are the resources used for producing this series along with suggestions for further reading. Community and partner notes are listed as well, which we hope you'll explore knowing that doing so helps support us. Sources used : 1916: One Hundred Years of Irish Independence: From the Easter Rising to the Present by Ti...

May 24, 202311 minEp. 15

The Easter Rising | 2 | A Botched Plot Carries On

This is the second in our three-part series on The Easter Rising Rebellion. This episode will focus on the major battles and engagements of the rebellion, both inside Dublin and across the countryside. Below are the resources used for producing this series along with suggestions for further reading. Community and partner notes are listed as well, which we hope you'll explore knowing that doing so helps support us. Sources used : 1916: One Hundred Years of Irish Independence: From the Easter Risi...

May 12, 202315 minEp. 14

The Easter Rising | 1 | Colonialism Yields Resistance

This is the first in our three-part series on The Easter Rising Rebellion. This episode will focus on the causes of the rebellion including Ireland's relationship with Britain and Ireland's own civil strifes including Unionists vs. Republicans & Catholics vs. Protestants. Below are the resources used for producing this series along with suggestions for further reading. Community and partner notes are listed as well, which we hope you'll explore knowing that doing so helps support us. Sources...

May 03, 202318 minEp. 13

William Wallace | 2 | Braveheart in Battle

This is the second in our three-part series on William Wallace, affectionately known as Braveheart. This episode will focus on the major battles and events he participated in up to his capture in 1305. Below are the resources used for producing this series along with suggestions for further reading. Community and partner notes are listed as well, which we hope you'll explore knowing that doing so helps support us. Sources used : William Wallace: Brave Heart by John Mackay (book, 1996) William Wa...

Mar 30, 202315 minEp. 11

William Wallace | 1 | The Giant Scottish Rebel

This is the first in our three-part series on William Wallace, affectionately known as Braveheart. This episode will focus on what is known of his early life, his rise to a national hero and giving context to separate fact from fiction in his story. Below are the resources used for producing this series along with suggestions for further reading. Community and partner notes are listed as well, which we hope you'll explore knowing that doing so helps support us. Sources used : William Wallace: Br...

Mar 22, 202313 minEp. 10

Malala Yousafzai | 3 | A Second Life

This is the last in our three-part series on Malala Yousafzai, the education and women's rights activist from Pakistan. We'll focus on her “second life” after the shooting, the impact she’s had and her ongoing work today. Sources used: I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban by Malala Yousafzai (book, 2013) Let Her Fly: A Father's Journey by Ziauddin Yousafzai (book, 2018) Resources for further reading: We Are Displaced: My Journey and Stories from Refugee Gi...

Mar 16, 202314 minEp. 9

Malala Yousafzai | 2 | Rebellion Through Education

This is the second in our three-part series on Malala Yousafzai, the education and women's rights activist from Pakistan. We'll dive into the formative years of her education & activism and what led to her becoming a target for the taliban from 2007 until her shooting in 2012. Sources used: I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban by Malala Yousafzai (book, 2013) Let Her Fly: A Father's Journey by Ziauddain Yousafzai (book, 2018) Resources for further read...

Mar 07, 202313 minEp. 8

Malala Yousafzai | 1 | Challenging the Norm From an Early Age

This is the first in our three-part series on Malala Yousafzai, the education and women's rights activist from Pakistan. We'll detail her family and early life growing up in Pakistan from her birth in 1997 up until the Taliban's takeover in 2007. Sources used: I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban by Malala Yousafzai (book, 2013) Let Her Fly: A Father's Journey by Ziauddain Yousafzai (book, 2018) Resources for further reading: We Are Displaced: My Journey a...

Feb 27, 202313 minEp. 7

Ida B Wells | 3 | The Last Days and Her Legacy Left Behind

This is the last part in our series on Ida B Wells (1862-1931), the anti-lynching and civil rights activist that helped bring awareness to and resistance against the lynching that was occurring during the Reconstruction Period and Jim Crow post-slavery. We'll detail the later days of her life, the impact she made and the legacy she's left behind for decades. Sources used : Crusade for Justice: Autobiography of Ida B Wells (book, 1970) Ida, A Sword Among Lions: Ida B. Wells and the Campaign Again...

Feb 20, 202311 minEp. 6

Ida B Wells | 2 | Passionately Speaking Out Against Lynching and For Justice

This is the second part in our series on Ida B Wells (1862-1931), the anti-lynching and civil rights activist that helped bring awareness to and resistance against the lynching that was occurring during the Reconstruction Period and Jim Crow post-slavery. We'll dive into the major events of her anti-lynching career and her crusade for justice (no pun intended as that is the name of her auto-biography 😉). Sources used: Crusade for Justice: Autobiography of Ida B Wells (book, 1970) Ida, A Sword A...

Feb 15, 202321 minEp. 5

Ida B Wells | 1 | The Making of an Anti-Lynching Hero

This is the first part in our series on Ida B Wells (1862-1931), the anti-lynching and civil rights activist that helped bring awareness to and resistance against the lynching of black folks that was occurring during the Reconstruction Period and Jim Crow, post-slavery. This episode will focus on her early life and what led her to become a warrior for justice. Sources used : Crusade for Justice: Autobiography of Ida B Wells (book, 1970) Ida, A Sword Among Lions: Ida B. Wells and the Campaign Aga...

Feb 07, 202316 minEp. 4

John Brown the Abolitionist Icon | 3 | His Soul Goes Marching On

This is the last part in our series on John Brown (1800-1859), the abolitionist icon that helped orchestrate the Pottawatomie Massacre and led the raid on Harper's Ferry. We'll focus on the aftermath of these events, his day in court and how he’s been perceived over the years Sources used : John Brown: "We Came to Free the Slaves" by Anne E. Schraff (book, 2010) John Brown by Helaine Becker (book, 2001) The Tribunal: Responses to John Brown and the Harpers Ferry Raid by John Stauffer and Zoe Tro...

Jan 31, 202315 minEp. 3

John Brown the Abolitionist Icon | 2 | The Pottawatomie Massacre, Freeing 11 Slaves and The Harper's Ferry Raid

This is the second part in our series on John Brown (1800-1859), the abolitionist icon that helped orchestrate the Pottawatomie Massacre and led the raid on Harper's Ferry. We'll focus on the details of these infamous events and the lead up to his day of judgment. Sources used : John Brown: "We Came to Free the Slaves" by Anne E. Schraff (book, 2010) John Brown by Helaine Becker (book, 2001) The Tribunal: Responses to John Brown and the Harpers Ferry Raid by John Stauffer and Zoe Trodd (book, 20...

Jan 31, 202316 minEp. 2

John Brown the Abolitionist Icon | 1 | The Making of an Anti-Slavery Rebel

This is the first part in our series on John Brown (1800-1859), the abolitionist icon that helped orchestrate the Pottawatomie Massacre and led the raid on Harper's Ferry. We'll dive into his early life and what led him to these major events in the anti-slavery movement. Sources used : John Brown: "We Came to Free the Slaves" by Anne E. Schraff (book, 2010) John Brown by Helaine Becker (book, 2001) The Tribunal: Responses to John Brown and the Harpers Ferry Raid by John Stauffer and Zoe Trodd (b...

Jan 30, 202318 minEp. 1

To Be a Rebel Trailer

What does it mean to be a rebel? Find out on the new history show, To Be a Rebel! We'll be exploring the lives of rebels throughout time. Through captivating storytelling and immersive sound design, we'll put you where they were- uncovering the impacts they had and the legacies left behind for centuries.

Jan 23, 202342 sec
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