In today's edition of Queer people have ALWAYS existed, Emily travels back to ancient Mesopotamia to meet the Goddess, Ishtar, a gender swapping entity of war, love, and life itself! Then, Kelley tells the wild story of moving-target Belle Boyd, a Confederate spy who taught an enslaved girl how to read, charged Confederates for booze, and married a Union Soldier. To stay the least, this gal is MESSY. Nod emphatically and beware the old Summer Wine Pack because we're wining about herstory! Learn ...
Jun 30, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 270
The ladies are QUEER. They are HERE. Get USED TO IT! To celebrate Pride month, Kelley tells the story of Lucy Diggs Slowe, the other half of the Mary Burrell power couple. Lucy spent her life trying to advance academics for women while having to hide her own identity from the world. Then, Emily recounts her recent visit to Congressional Cemetery's Gay Corner through the story of Cmdr. Alyce Victorine Grillet, a queer, poly sailor who proved that sexuality and service can coexist. Go pet a dog, b...
Jun 23, 2025•2 hr 13 min•Ep. 269
First, Kelley tells the story of Aileen Cole Stewart, a Red Cross nurse who, despite being denied the opportunity to serve overseas in WWI, played an invaluable part in fighting the 1918 Influenza Pandemic on the home front. Then, Emily covers Tsuru Aoki, a Japanese silent film star who straddled stereotypes to give her character's depth, while battling growing Asian hate in the United States. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 02, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 268
The ladies are celebrating Memorial Day by talking about our sheroes, government conspiracies, and Big Macs! First, Emily covers Maj. Megan McClung, a Marine Officer who gave everything in the line of duty, but has been declared to be incompliant with the Department of Defense "policies and procedures." Then, Kelley tells the tale of Margaret Cochran, one of many women who, during the American Revolution, had to follow their husbands to war, and stepped up when the rebels needed her the most. Le...
May 26, 2025•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 267
What happens when a maid marries the son of her rich employer? Not what you'd think! Kelley wines about Sarah B. Cochran, a woman who came from a one-dress household and became an absurdly rich business magnate and philanthropist who knew that money wasn't the most important thing in the world, but rather what you do with it. Then, Emily tells the bittersweet tale of Miki Endo, a young woman who found herself in the midst of an epic natural disaster and did everything in her power to ensure othe...
May 22, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 266
Happy Mothers' Day to mothers of all kinds (especially the motherfuckers!) Emily tells the story of Phoebe 'Febb' Ensminger Burn, a proud, intelligent Southern woman who wrote a letter to her son and changed the course of history. Then, Kelley covers Mary Burrill, a queer black writer and playwright who tackled issues such as systemic racism, the cycle of poverty, access to birth control, bodily autonomy and MANY other issues that we DEFINITELY don't still scream about today. Be a good boy and m...
May 13, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 265
Glowing ovaries, persistent boxers, and showtune shame! First, Kelley explains the difference between pool and billiards (yes there is a difference) as she covers Masako 'Katsy' Katsura, a champion billiards player who broke the green felt ceiling and became an international star! Then, Emily tells the tale of Hangaku Gozen, a fierce warrior who was determined to defend her homelands against invaders, even if she had to do it by herself. Say a prayer to Robbie Ruben and shove balls up someone's ...
May 05, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 264
The ladies are PUMPED to bring you two amazing stories filled with controversy, inhabitable landscapes, and DIY surgery! First, Emily tells the harrowing story of Dr. Jerri Nielsen FitzGerald who, after a messy divorce, decided to get away from it all- by going to the bottom of the world to be a doctor at an Antarctic research station. But when Dr. Jerri herself was in need of medical attention, it was up to her and a battle promotion crew to keep her alive. Kelley returns to her roots to cover ...
Apr 28, 2025•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 263
Whether you're a herstorian or a certifiable baddie, you're going to LOVE these two ladies who were having NONE of it. First, Kelley tells the story of Patsy Young, an enslaved woman who escaped and built a life for herself, including a career as a brewer. But when her enslaver came looking, she wasn't going to let go of her freedom so easily. Then, Emily tells the story of Danuta Danielsson, a woman who knew exactly what to do when she saw a Nazi marching in public, unafraid. Grab your handbag ...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 262
Righteous rage, medieval bops, and internet family lore is all that's getting the ladies through this latest wave of dystopian nightmare fuel! First, Emily tells the tale of The Pickle Sisters, a 1920s pickle-themed vaudeville group who went viral online when their photo went viral online. But are these gherkin gals all that they appear? Then, Kelley shares the legend of Beryl 'CLUTTERBUCK' Markham, who lived an iconic adventurer's life that involved flying planes, racing horses, and sleeping wi...
Apr 07, 2025•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 261
The ladies were THRILLED (and shocked?) to be invited back to the Olmsted County History Center to perform LIVE! Kelley tells the story of Dr. Martha Ripley, an activist who came to Minneapolis and changed the game for maternity care. Then, Emily covers Engla Schey, a woman who, after being devastated by her father's mental illness, launched a one-woman crusade for mental health care reform that ballooned in ways she could never imagine. Enjoy this uncharacteristically family friendly episode! G...
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 260
This week the ladies are joined AUDIBLY by the one and only POD JESUS to tell the stories of two amazing Hispanic women! First, Kelley tells the story of Jovita Idar, a journalist, reformer, and civil rights activist who literally stood her ground against military oppression. Then, Emily revisits Costa Rica through the story of Francisca 'Pancha' Carrasco Jiminéz. Pancha grew up in a tumultuous time in Costa Rica's history and was an active participant in fighting for its freedom. Bring on the c...
Mar 24, 2025•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 259
Strap in and strap on for some melodramatic darkness! First, Emily tells the incredible story of Rose Girone, who lived to be 113 years old, despite the world's best efforts to kill her. Then, Kelley tells the story of the first EPIC road trip by Bertha Benz, a super nerd who was determined to help her equally nerdy husband make their automobile dreams come true. Have a woman make your drinks and don't sleep in ashtrays because we're wining about herstory! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Mar 17, 2025•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 258
The ladies are traveling back in time to the humble year of our Goddess, 2019, seeking redemption for their first ever episode! No more static, no more echoing, and NO MORE tin-can audio! But don't worry- the wine, chaos, and complete lack of professionalism are still in tact. First, Kelley tells the expanded story of Sybil Luddington, the girl who rode further than Paul Revere at only 16-years-old. A lot more has come out about Sybil since Kelley first told her s tory, but not how to spell her ...
Mar 11, 2025•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 257
Emily tells the stories of Tidye Pickett and Louise Stokes, two Olympic runners who had their shot at the spotlight stolen from them. Then, Kelley covers Bebe Moore, a woman who dropped her teaching career to become a writer and ended up transforming the mental health space for women of color. Stay away from sketchy radio DJs and beef up your bookshelf because we're wining about herstory! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 24, 2025•2 hr 22 min•Ep. 256
The ladies are coming at you from the humble year of 2024 to bring you the, too long delayed, stories of Mary Kenner & Henrietta Lacks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 03, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 217
Gaslighting, science jargon, and living nightmares! Kelley covers Dame Kathleen Lonsdale, a smartie who cracked the structural code on diamonds. Then, Emily tells the harrowing tale of Juliane Koepcke who, after falling 2 miles out of the sky, walked her way out of the Amazon. Grab your crystals (not those crystals) and beware of Christmas cake, because we're wining about herstory! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 27, 2025•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 255
Sub implosions, conspiracy theories, and death classism! Emily covers Georgia Gilmore, a leader in the Montgomery Bus Boycott whose cooking and activism were both dishes best served piping hot. Then, Kelley tells the s tory of Dorothy McKibbin, a globe-trotting gal who became one of the most trusted people for the United States' most secretive operation. Don't let your dog eat screws for the military and be a gun-hitting granny, because we're wining about herstory! Learn more about your ad choic...
Jan 20, 2025•2 hr 21 min•Ep. 254
Cyberstalking! Inappropriate office decor! Puking! The Virgin Mary! Somehow, by the grace of God (or in spite of it) the ladies are bringing ALL of this and more this week. First, Kelley honors her gamer side by highlighting Carol Kantor, one of the early thought leaders in the video game industry! Back when Pong was all the rage and game developers didn't really care of their games were any good, market researcher Carol Kantor bet Atari VP that she could predict which games would/n't sell withi...
Jan 13, 2025•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 253
MOVE over 2024, the new year is here! Joined by friend Katee and silent watcher Drew, the ladies are talking ghostly time travel, voting loopholes, and glass dildoes! First, Emily stays close to home, investigating a local school's namesake Harriet Bishop. Best known as 'St. Paul's First Teacher,' Harriet's life and legacy is much more messy and problematic than initially believed. Then, Kelley tells the story of Charlotte Edith Anderson Monture, a Mohawk woman who got an education (despite not ...
Jan 06, 2025•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 252
As we brace for the new year, these two women are helping us end 2024 off with innovation, resilience, and generosity. Kelley covers Tabitha Babbitt, an innovative Shaker woman who found a better way to cut wood and shared it instead of patenting it. Then, Emily shares the story of Pailadzo Captanian, a survivor of the Armenian genocide whose most recognized contribution to American culture is the least amazing thing about her. Bring that bad bitch energy into 2025 because we're wining about her...
Dec 30, 2024•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 251
Over the years, we have covered powdered faced hags, candle-clad saints, and the first-nameless Mrs. Clause. This year, we are bringing two new figures to the wintry women cannon! Emily tells the tale of Grýla, an Icelandic giantess who eats children. But why is she so nasty? From lay-about husbands to prankster sons, Grýla has plenty to be pissy about. Then, Kelley tells the story of Beira, the Scottish Queen of Winter and creator goddess. All of her powers couldn't make up for her deep insecur...
Dec 24, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 250
Spend too much money at the holiday market? Well strap in and strap on for some totally FREE feminine goodness! Kelley tells the story of mountaineering maniac Elizabeth Hawkins-Whitshed who battled steep inclines and Victorian sensibilities to not only climb every mountain, but help more women tap into their potential. Then, Emily visits the land of her birth to tell the incredible story of Annie Keller, a young teacher who did everything she could to protect her students from a terrible twiste...
Dec 17, 2024•1 hr 58 min•Ep. 249
Nothing says 'Thanksgiving' like ill-prepared colonists, Puritanical mania, and an old fashioned massacre! First, Emily tells the disastrous story of Jamestown through the eyes of one unfortunate settler. Then, Kelley tells the story of Anne Hutchinson, a woman living in the Massachusetts (bless you) colony and dared to question one man's understanding of the unknowable and omnipotent being called God. Pass the cranberry sauce, we're wining about herstory! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Dec 02, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 248
This week the ladies are saluting instigators, imposters, and improbably diagnoses! First, Kelley takes us to the magical land of Haskell's Raskells Ranch where a teacher named Phyllis Patterson decided to bring history to life, inadvertently inventing everyone's favorite corset cinching, fox tail wearing, fairy wing fluttering, chain mail clinking, mead chugging festival! Then, Emily tells the curious tale of Mary Toft who stumped doctors when she began giving birth to rabbits. But the story of...
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 247
The ladies are PISSED and here to talk about a couple of ladies who did not SIT DOWN or SHUT UP and GOT IT DONE! First, Emily tells the story of Stephanie St. Claire, a criminal queen pin in Harlem who used her ill-gotten gains to help financially support the black community. But when the Italian Mafia set their sights on her operation, it was all out war. Then, Kelley tells the story of Zheng Yi Sao, a highly organized pirate captain, terrorizing the South China Sea with brilliant efficiency. B...
Nov 18, 2024•2 hr 13 min•Ep. 246
Due to illness, emotional devastation, and a 2-year-old's birthday party, the ladies were not able to record a new episode this week. But because you can't NOT have your weekly hit of herstory, we're releasing our first-ever Herstory Happenings on the Seneca Falls Convention! Learn about the first women's rights convention in the United States and see what happens when women get together to fuck some shit up! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 11, 2024•56 min
Because spooky season is a state of mind, the ladies are bringing you the tales of some frightening femmes! Kelley tells the legend of Mae Nak, a woman who loved her husband so much that she defied the laws of nature to be with him. But did he appreciate it?? Then, Emily tells a strange tale of Lurancy Vennum, a 13-year-old girl who began exhibiting troubling symptoms, including being possessed by a dead girl named Mary Roff. What really happened in the small town of Watseka?? Grab your friend w...
Nov 04, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 245
Against all reason, Joy from Bite Sized Crime is BACK to listen to the ladies tell her a ghastly tale of war, stolen innocence, and spooky toilets. After falling victim to a WWII air raid, a young girl, Hanako, was cursed to haunt the girl's toilet, unleashing bizarre punishments on those who disturb her. Climb atop your shit pedestal and watch out for lizards, because we're wining about herstory! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 15, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 244
The ladies are kicking off a spooky season so big that it takes THREE gals to make it happen! Joined by Joy Scaglione of the Bite Sized Crime podcast, we're talking true crime, chronic anxiety, and Robert Stack's trench coat. Joy shares the story of a hometown horror- in 2006, 14-year-old Elizabeth Shoaf was kidnapped while getting off the school bus and held captive in a bunker. Determined to survive, Elizabeth worked to manipulate her captor and find a way to escape. Settle in for that Unsolve...
Oct 07, 2024•2 hr 4 min•Ep. 243
