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World Herstory

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<p><b>Welcome to World Herstory where we discover the incredible lives and legacies of lesser-known women in history. Throughout time and across the globe, there have been countless women who have changed the world through their fierce determination and indomitable spirit, yet are often overlooked or ignored. That’s where we come in.&nbsp;</b></p><p><br></p><p><b>In each episode, we’ll explore the stories of specific women who challenged societal norms, broke barriers, and made a lasting impact on the world. From ancient times to modern history, we’ll dive into the lives of these women whose remarkable contributions have been buried by the sands of time. They come from all corners of the world and represent a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We’ll discuss the obstacles they overcame, shining a light on their power, resiliency, and sheer badassery.</b></p><p><br></p><p><b>But World Herstory isn’t just about telling the stories of individual women. We’ll also dispute the roles of women in history and the impact they’ve made on society as a whole; examine the ways in which women have been marginalized and oppressed; celebrate the progress that has been made, and acknowledge the work that still needs to be done. We’ll provide historical context and offer insight into the broader cultural, political, and social forces at play during the time periods we explore.</b></p><p><br></p><p><b>And while we’ll focus primarily on women, we’ll also review the intersections of gender, race, class, and sexuality that have shaped the experiences of women throughout history.&nbsp;</b></p><p><br></p><p><b>Whether you’re a history buff, or simply interested in the untold stories of extraordinary women, subscribe to World Herstory and join the movement to give these women the recognition they deserve.</b></p>

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4/24/2023

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Recent Episodes

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June 26, 2024

Lady Fu Hao

<p>Discover the life of Lady Fu Hao - the general who led numerous successful military campaigns for the Shang Dynasty, expanded their territory, and drove out threats. We also discuss the role of women in Ancient China, present-day roles of women in the Chinese military, and the significance of Oracle Bone Inscriptions. </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://worldherstory.substack.com">Support the Show.</a></p>

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February 11, 2024

Ichiyo Higuchi

<p>Discover the life of Ichiyo Higuchi, the first female writer of Meiji Japan. We discuss the end of the Tokugawa Period, the beginning of the Meiji Restoration and how this set the stage for Japan as a formidable world power in the 20th century.</p><a rel="payment" href="https://patreon.com/worldherstory">Support the show</a>

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February 1, 2024

Ahilya Bai Holkar

<p>Discover the life of Ahilya Bai Holkar - the warrior queen of the Malwa region of the Maratha Empire. We also explore the decline of the Mughal Empire, the impact of the British East India Company, and women&apos;s roles. </p><a rel="payment" href="https://patreon.com/worldherstory">Support the show</a>

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What is World Herstory?
<p><b>Welcome to World Herstory where we discover the incredible lives and legacies of lesser-known women in history. Throughout time and across the globe, there have been countless women who have changed the world through their fierce determination and indomitable spirit, yet are often overlooked or ignored. That’s where we come in.&nbsp;</b></p><p><br></p><p><b>In each episode, we’ll explore the stories of specific women who challenged societal norms, broke barriers, and made a lasting impact on the world. From ancient times to modern history, we’ll dive into the lives of these women whose remarkable contributions have been buried by the sands of time. They come from all corners of the world and represent a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We’ll discuss the obstacles they overcame, shining a light on their power, resiliency, and sheer badassery.</b></p><p><br></p><p><b>But World Herstory isn’t just about telling the stories of individual women. We’ll also dispute the roles of women in history and the impact they’ve made on society as a whole; examine the ways in which women have been marginalized and oppressed; celebrate the progress that has been made, and acknowledge the work that still needs to be done. We’ll provide historical context and offer insight into the broader cultural, political, and social forces at play during the time periods we explore.</b></p><p><br></p><p><b>And while we’ll focus primarily on women, we’ll also review the intersections of gender, race, class, and sexuality that have shaped the experiences of women throughout history.&nbsp;</b></p><p><br></p><p><b>Whether you’re a history buff, or simply interested in the untold stories of extraordinary women, subscribe to World Herstory and join the movement to give these women the recognition they deserve.</b></p>
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