History is filled with extraordinary women whose courage and intelligence helped to shape our world. However, many of their stories remain untold. Women in History explores the lives and legacies of activists, warriors, queens, scientists, and artists from around the world. Join us as we discover the amazing stories of the women who shaped our history and continue to inspire us today.
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Gertrude Bell was an explorer, archaeologist and political adviser whose knowledge of the Middle East gave her considerable influence in the creation of modern Iraq. At a time when few British women travelled independently through the region, she crossed deserts, studied ancient sites and built relationships with local leaders. During and after the First World War, she became involved in the political decisions that shaped Iraq's emerging monarchy and supported Faisal as its first king.
However, Gertrude's story also raises difficult questions about British imperialism and the right to determine another country's future. Her views on women's suffrage reveal similar contradictions in her understanding of political rights and authority.
In this episode of Women in History, we explore Gertrude's travels, her personal relationships, her political influence and the tensions that shaped her career. Who was Gertrude Bell, and how should we understand her role in the making of modern Iraq?
26 Oct 2026
Cleopatra Selene II: Cleopatra’s Daughter in the World of Rome
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Cleopatra Selene II was the daughter of Cleopatra VII of Egypt and the Roman general Mark Antony. After her parents’ defeat and deaths, she was taken to Rome as a child. Years later, she became queen of Mauretania in North Africa, where she helped establish a new royal dynasty.
In this episode of Women in History, we follow Selene’s journey from royal captive to queen. We explore her life in Rome, her marriage to Juba II, and the kingdom they built in a world dominated by the Roman Empire. We also look at what coins, inscriptions and archaeological remains can tell us about Selene’s public role, and why so much of her personal story remains unknown.
What happened to the children of defeated rulers when Rome conquered their kingdoms? Selene’s life offers a fascinating glimpse into the politics, power and possibilities that shaped the ancient world.
21 Oct 2026
Gloria Steinem: From Undercover Journalist to Feminist Icon
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Gloria Steinem became one of the most recognisable figures of the modern women's movement, but her journey began as a young journalist trying to make her way in a profession dominated by men. From her undercover investigation at the Playboy Club to the creation of Ms. magazine, she helped bring women's experiences into the public conversation. In this episode, we explore her life, her decades of activism, and the debates over race, class and representation that shaped second-wave feminism. What did Steinem achieve, and what can her story tell us about the continuing struggle for equality?
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