Today, we journey back to Tudor England to meet a woman whose story has been overshadowed by the fame—and fate—of her father, Sir Thomas More. But make no mistake: Margaret More Roper was no mere footnote in his legacy. She was a scholar, a writer, a translator, and one of the most educated women in all of Europe at a time when women were expected to remain silent and obedient.Margaret was fluent in Latin and Greek, corresponded with Erasmus, and dared to question the boundaries placed on her intellect and her loyalty. While the men around her wielded power through politics and the church, Margaret wielded hers through the pen—and through her fierce devotion to truth, family, and justice. In a world that demanded quiet submission, Margaret More Roper spoke with a clarity and courage that still echoes centuries later.In this episode, I discuss the fascinating but often overlooked legacy of Margaret More Roper with Aimee Fleming, a historian and author of the book The Female Tudor Scholar and Writer: The Life and Times of Margaret More Roper.Source: Journey in the New World by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Legend of Lilith
A she-demon who devours children.A seductress who visits men in their sleep.The first wife of Adam, cast out of Eden for defying him.A feminist icon reclaimed by modern movements.Lilith is all of these and more—a figure woven from strands of ancient mythology, religious texts, folklore, and contemporary reimaginings. Her name echoes across millennia, from Sumerian incantations and Jewish mysticism to Renaissance art and feminist literature. But with so many identities layered over her, who—or what—was Lilith to begin with?In today’s episode, I’m joined by Nikki Marmery, author of the thought-provoking novel Lilith. Together, we delve into the rich and mysterious legend of Lilith—a figure who has been reimagined across generations as a demon, a seductress, a rebel, and a symbol of female empowerment. We explore how her story has evolved through ancient texts, folklore, and literature, and how these shifting interpretations continue to resonate today.Disclaimer: This episode discusses topics that may not be suitable for all audiences. Viewer discretion advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Portraits of Groundbreaking Women
Original Sisters, a stunning collection of 154 portraits, reclaimed the lives and faces of groundbreaking women from history. In today’s episode I’m in discussion with the book’s author and artist, Anita Kunz. We discuss the project that was born in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns and Anita’s process of bringing these women vividly to life. Anita's work is currently on display at the Norman Rockwell Museum in Massachusetts until May 26, 2025. Important Links: OriginalSisters.comhttps://www.nrm.org/2024/09/anitakunz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Judy Blume
“I never planned to become an activist but things happen. You either take action or you don’t. Standing up and speaking out for what you believe in—well, it feels a lot better than doing nothing. And while you’re doing it, you find out you’re not as alone as you thought you were.” Judy Blume Judy Blume’s books such as Are you there God? It’s me Margaret, Forever, and Iggie’s House have become a standard for many young American readers since their publications in the 1970s. Breaking the bounds of what were acceptable topics for young readers, Judy Blume changed the face of what would become known as the Young Adult genre. In todays episode I’m joined by author Rachelle Bergstein as we discuss America’s most banned author of the 1980s and Rachelle’s latest book The Genius of Judy: How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood For All of Us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Katherine Howard in Fiction
Katherine Howard, the fifth wife of England’s King Henry VIII, has rarely received a positive portrayal in fiction. Throughout the 20th century in books, tv series, and movies, she was depicted as frivolous, immature, hyper-sexual, forgettable, and at times cruel. In recent years, the popular musical Six has tried to reclaim Katherine’s story and has made her a cultural icon in the era of the #MeToo Movement. But are any of these depictions capturing the true Katherine Howard? In today’s episode, I will be joined by Leigh Wakefield, a historian whose recent masters dissertation focused on the cultural portrayals of Katherine Howard and how this has impacted Katherine’s legacy for future generations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
They were adulterers, murderers, mistresses, religious zealots, thieves, and traitors. They were queens, wives, mothers, young, and old. What binds the women together in this podcast is their legacies. These are women who were known during their lifetimes or reinvented after their deaths as wicked women. The lenses of history are often gendered, damning women for some of the same actions that men have been lauded for. The nuances surrounding the women in this podcast were removed in exchange for a one-sided portrayal. Within Wicked Women: The Podcast, I do not attempt to excuse or condone the wrongs committed by these women, instead, the podcast looks at their overarching story and examines the origin of their negative legacy. Alongside a brief biographical overview of the woman, I will be incorporating interviews I have held with experts on the subject to provide multiple and diverse perspectives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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