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Some women shine so brightly that they become icons, and we're celebrating a couple of those who outshone the most in the 1970s. Shelby talks about Anita Pallenberg, an Italian-German film actress, artist, and model who was the muse for the Rolling Stones. Amy does a whole DJ set, exclusively featuring Donna Summer's additive disco tunes.
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Yes, the title is a bit confusing, but we were originally going to do marine biologists, but then Shelby found a marine cartographer, and blah, blah, blah... ANYWAY, listen in while Shelby discusses American geologist and oceanographic cartographer, Marie Tharp. Amy tells us all about Eugenie Clark, popularly known as The Shark Lady.
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Shrouded in lore and mystery, we decided to tackle the alluring topic of Geishas. Amy covers the Tokyo-born geisha Sada Yacco. Shelby talks about Mineko Iwasaki, an inspiration for Memoirs of a Geisha.
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We're back from our summer hiatus, and what's a better celebration than dancing? Breakdancing has made it to the Olympics, so we decided to cover B-girls. Shelby kicks it old school with one of the OGs out of Seattle, Washington, Lane "LaneSki" Davey. Amy gives us the 411 on the gold medal winner herself, Japan's Ami Yuasa.
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We're taking a break from our summer hiatus to feature some Summer Olympic athletes! Shelby covers the fist American woman to win an Olympic event, golfer Margaret Abbott. Amy educates us on footballer, Marta who only needs one name.
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It was bound to happen. Shelby and Amy are obsessed with cheerleading, so when the Netflix docuseries America's Sweethearts about the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders came out, it had to be discussed. Check out our take on it and a little herstory about cheerleading.
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Due to real life getting in the way, we don't have a new episode this week, BUT we'll be back next Monday!!! A million apologies.
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Today, we're making Herstory with Kristy Whitford, an entrepreneur in the luxury and hospitality business for over 20 years. She has an impressive background, including working at the exclusive Beverly Hills Hotel. Kristy recently started her own company - The Hotel Club - where she offers her talents as a luxury consultant for hotels and businesses. If you are in the service industry or addicted to spa treatments, Kristy spills the tea on behind-the-scenes info and products to make your skin glow.
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Starp on your patent leather because today, we're talking about tap dancers. Shelby discusses Ludie Jones, a dancer who was part of the Harlem Renaissance movement. Amy educates us on Jeni LeGon, one of the first African-American women to establish a solo career in tap dance.
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Is it weird to make smut specifically for soldiers? Perhaps. But they were some pretty and talented ladies, so let's get into it. Amy discusses the ultimate pin-up of all time, Betty Grable. You've seen her iconic picture, even if you have no idea who she is. Shelby discusses a lesser-known lady, Cleo Moore, who acted in some pretty epic B movies.
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Today, Shelby and Amy tackle the world of handiwork. First, they share a household handy task in which they are proficient. (Amy's is quite impressive.) Next, Amy covers the Ladies Bridge - the Waterloo Bridge, built mostly by women during WWII. Shelby talks about Lillian Baumbach, the first woman to acquire a Master Plumber's license in 1951.
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Shelby is alone again, and she has chosen to utilize this time to discuss The American Plan: America's Forgotten Mass Imprisonment of Women Believed to be Sexually Immoral. Yup, it was a REAL thing. Google it - but listen to this episode first!
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For the first time in Herstory herstory, we're doing a sequel with Girl Crushes! Amy discusses the fiery red-headed actress Rebecca Wisocky. Shelby continues her obsession with one of the stars of The Other Two, Heléne Yorke.
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Shelby sits down with Radio and TV Host, Capri Cafaro, to discuss her diverse and eclectic life. She has truly done it all, from public service, to radio, to TV, and beyond! Her new travel and history series, America the Bountiful, is currently on Public TV nationwide - check your local listings.
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Houston - We do NOT have a problem. To celebrate the eclipse, Shelby and Amy explore the world of lady flight controllers. Amy discusses mechanical engineer and first woman to be chief flight director at NASA, Holly Ridings. Shelby talks about Marianne Dyson, a trailblazer in space exploration, writing, and advocacy.
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Welcome to another Making Herstory! Today, Shelby sits down with Live Event Show Caller, Amanda Novoa. What's a show caller, you ask? That's the person with the headset who keeps your live shows, like the Oscars and Grammys, on schedule. It's a fascinating career, and Amanda talks about how she broke into the business, its pros and cons, and what it's like being a woman in a male-dominated field. Bonus: She has a soothing voice, so if you're having trouble sleeping, you can recycle the episode for bedtime.
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PARENTAL ADVISORY: Today's episode has sexual content, so parents take note for our underage Herstorians.
Shelby had the pleasure of sitting down with sex toy company Exsens' North/South American Brand Manager, Rebecca Picette. They discussed it all: cool toys, the sex business, women's sexuality, and so much more. It's an intimate conversation (literally), so find a quiet nook, and take a listen.
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Did you know, that it's believed by some that women cannot be sushi chefs? Shelby and Amy wanted to find out why, so Shelby did some research to deliver the ridiculous and antiquated reasons women are discouraged from the craft. Amy tells us about Yumi Chiba, a badass lady sushi chef, pushing the boundaries of tradition.
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On this week's episode, Shelby talks with former comic and current business owner, Risa Barash. For all of the parents out there, you may already be familiar with her hygiene products for teens and preteens: TBH Kids and Fairy Tales Hair Care. Risa was doing the New York comedy circuit when she stumbled upon a great product to help prevent kids from getting lice. It took some hustling, but she eventually built herself, and her family, a million dollar business. Plus, she's a lot of fun to talk to.
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To celebrate Women's History Month, Shelby and Amy are talking about the importance of female friendships by discussing theirs. For those of you who like to hear the two reminisce about days gone by, this one is for you!
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