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Rebel Girls
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A podcast from Rebel Girls focused on building confidence in girls everywhere. Each episode explores the lives of real-life extraordinary women, from record-breaking athletes to fearless leaders. With empowering stories, interviews, news, and advice this show will inspire listeners to believe in themselves and take on the world. Formerly called Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls.
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The Greatest College World Series Comeback of All-Time?
4d ago00:09:26Tap to summarizeA Gucci handbag makes an on-court appearance, the PWHL crowns a champion, Mal Swanson returns and Pepper talks College World Series Super Regionals. Catch new episodes every Friday as we bring you all of the news in Women’s Sports. Play Rebel ⚡ Stay Rebel
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Get to Know Sports Journalist Arielle Chambers
5d ago00:10:13Tap to summarizeAri Chambers, journalist, sports commentator, and the woman behind the viral phrase "The WNBA Is So Important," joins us for a conversation about women's sports, self-confidence, and walking through life with audacity. She talks about covering the Olympics, the importance of preparation, and the one thing every girl can practice today to build unshakeable confidence. Play Rebel ⚡ Stay Rebel
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Get to Know Philomena Kwao
6d ago00:07:27Tap to summarizeGet to know Philomena Kwao, a plus size model who lives in London and New York, and is also an ambassador for Women for Women International. She shares with us the impact Zainab’s story has had on her, the importance of representation and how important it is to share our stories. [This episode originally aired in March 2021.] Go to knixteen.com and use code REBELGIRLS for 15% off.
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Zainab Salbi Read by Philomena Kwao
1w ago00:19:49Tap to summarizeIn this episode we meet Zainab Salbi. Raised under the dictatorship of Saddam Hussein by parents who were trapped among his inner circle, Zainab Salbi grew up knowing fear, war, and the pain caused by corrupt and powerful people. In response, at a young age, she committed herself to building a better world—especially for women. After moving to the United States, at age 23, Zainab founded Women for Women, an international organization that, since 1993, has provided financial support, job training, and other services to 500,000 women survivors of war. [This episode originally aired March 2021.] Go to knixteen.com and use code REBELGIRLS for 15% off. About the Narrator Philomena Kwao grew up incredibly curious and highly focused on her education. She dreamt of becoming a health policy maker or global health agency which led her to get her masters in International Health management. Moving to NYC and ultimately signing with JAG in July 2013, made her grow as a person in many ways. She knows that she wants to do EVERYTHING in fashion and use it as a launching pad to work with healthcare in developing countries, especially Ghana. Credits This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls, Inc. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was produced, sound designed, and mixed by Camille Stennis, written by Alexis Stratton and proofread by Ariana Rosas. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi . Special thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. For more, visit rebelgirls.com. Until next time, stay rebel!
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Aces Get Their Rings & the WNBA Begins
2w ago00:10:51Tap to summarizeThe WNBA began their 30th season, the Aces got their 2025 WNBA Championship rings, and every team unveiled new jerseys. Plus, a 30-year old home run record was broken and the College World Series is set.
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Get to Know Amy Landecker
2w ago00:05:53Tap to summarizeThis season, we invited our credit readers to interview our storytellers. Today, you'll hear from Amy Landecker who narrated the previous episode about Corrie Ten Boom. If you haven't listened to last week's episode, now is a good time to go back and check it out! Landecker reveals the guiding principles her parents communicated to her during her unconventional childhood, the meaning of resistance and more. [This episode originally aired May 2019.] About Landecker: Amy Landecker is known for her portrayal of Sarah Pfefferman on the award-winning Amazon original series "Transparent." Other TV credits include: Season 3 of "Sneaky Pete," recurring opposite Giovanni Ribisi, "Room 104," "Louie," "Revenge," "House M.D.," "Curb Your Enthusiasm," and "House of Lies." Amy Landecker began her career in Chicago as an intern at the Steppenwolf Theatre, where she later went on to perform, in addition to The Goodman and the Public Theatre in NY. She won an Obie Award for her work in Tracy Lett's BUG at the Barrow Street Theatre. Credits: This episode of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls is produced by Elena Favilli, Joy Fowlkes, and Meg Murnane. Sound design and original theme music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Mattia Marcelli was the sound mixer. Special thanks to Clio McClure for coordinating our credit readers and interviewers.
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Corrie Ten Boom read by Amy Landecker
2w ago00:19:35Tap to summarizeOnce upon a time, a girl risked everything to do what was right. Her name was Corrie. From the time she was a small child, Corrie learned two things from her parents: how to make a broken watch tick and how to care for people in need. Her family always took in those less fortunate than themselves, so when Jewish people knocked on their door asking for sanctuary, Corrie knew just what to do. Her courage saved more than 800 people from persecution during WWII. [This episode originally aired May 2019.] About the Narrator: Amy Landecker is known for her portrayal of Sarah Pfefferman on the award-winning Amazon original series "Transparent." Other TV credits include: Season 3 of "Sneaky Pete," recurring opposite Giovanni Ribisi, "Room 104," "Louie," "Revenge," "House M.D.," "Curb Your Enthusiasm," and "House of Lies." Credits: This episode of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls is produced by Elena Favilli, Joy Fowlkes, and Meg Murnane, with writing by Corinne Purtill and narration by Amy Landecker. Jestine Ware edited all scripts and Janice Weaver fact-checked all scripts. Sound design and original theme music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Mattia Marcelli was the sound mixer. Special thanks to Clio McClure who coordinated all credit recordings and narrator donations.
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From the Met Gala to the Kentucky Derby
3w ago00:10:38Tap to summarizeA perfect pitch on senior night, the athletes are taking over the Met Gala and Sarah Gorden joins us for Pep Talk! We have it all on the Weekly Sports Show.
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Get to Know Artist Angie Chua
3w ago00:08:08Tap to summarizeGet to know Angie Chua, founder of Bobo Design Studio, and hear about what it really means to make art — and why everyone can do it. She talks about finding her voice through drawing when school wasn't working, how boredom and humor are her two biggest creative triggers, and why sharing your art, even when it's scary, is the fastest way to build confidence. Stay Rebel ⚡
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Maria Callas Read by Our Lady J
3w ago00:21:43Tap to summarizeOnce upon a time, there was a nearsighted girl who could sing like no other. Her name was Maria Callas. She came from troubled beginnings but grew up to become the most famous soprano in opera. Soon, she traveled the world, known simply as La Divina, the divine one, and moved audiences wherever she went. [This episode originally aired March 2018.] This episode of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls is produced by Elena Favilli and Francesca Cavallo, with writing and operation support by Darby Maloney and Elyssa Dudley. Sound Design and Original Theme Music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Piano transcription: Margherita Colombo Our Lady J is a musician and writer known for her visionary gospel stylings and powerhouse pianist skills. In 2013, she released her first studio album, "Picture Of A Man," to critical acclaim and since then has delivered her new testament of post-religious gospel music to sold-out crowds around the world. OUT Magazine has named Our Lady J as one of their "Out 100," and the Huffington Post honors her on their list of “transgender icons.” She is now a writer on Jill Soloway’s ground-breaking television show, "Transparent" and Ryan Murphy's upcoming TV series "Pose."
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