Dr. Eleanor Rust and Dr. Tristra Newyear Yeager
Producers, Writers & Hosts of Frances Wright: America's Forgotten Radical

Women have - and do - play significant roles in shaping history, yet their stories are often never recorded in the first place or simply erased.

By answering the question "Frances who?" Eleanor and Tristra provide insights into how some women-owned businesses are also forgotten - if they were acknowledged at all.

Tired of battling algos? Navigating the troubled waters of modern journalism?
Let's redefine success and shed light on women while they're making history.

Oyez! Oyez! Gather 'round as we discuss how:

Historical narratives should include contributions from diverse folks
Erasure doesn't have to happen, if you identify its methods and sources
Engaging with history can inspire contemporary movements for change
Frances Wright's legacy serves as a reminder of the ongoing fight for equality
Storytelling can amplify marginalized voices... NOW

Remember: unlike Vegas, whatever happened in New Harmony shouldn't stay there.

Connect with Eleanor & Tristra:
Eleanor’s 19th-century history writings
Tristra’s author website

Links:
Most of the obscure references made during this episode...

Charon
Cassandra
Orphic dresses
New Harmony, Indiana
Working Men's Institute
First-wave feminism
Downright Gabbler cartoon of Frances Wright
Hegelian process
Broadsides
Kindness Tree Movement
MDWST Fable
Josiah Warren
Modern Times

Credits:
Theme Music by Thorn Haze
Additional music by DirectToDreams

The Dangers of Polka PSA
Written by Joan Kanner
Performed by Michelle Bond and Joan Kanner
Music by Sonican; Alana Jordan

Podcast Cover Art: Lisa Orye
Produced by Joan Kanner and Michelle Bond

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