She Changed History

Cara Gardner, Simon Hurley and Vicky Payne
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Join us on "She Changed History," as we celebrate the unsung heroines who dared to challenge the status quo. This is the history you wish you had learnt in school. Every Tuesday, Vicky, Cara and Simon dive deep into the annals of history, unearthing the stories of incredible women who have been forgotten. From daring pirates to prolific inventors, we're uncovering the truth behind their remarkable journeys. Tune in every Tuesday, starting 19th November 2024

  1. Aug 4

    63. Marietta Bavrovier: The Glass Maker Extraordinaire

    What do you know about Glassmaking in Venice? That it was a secret? That it was actually a prison? That once there you could not leave?! Today we take a detailed exploration of the Republic of Venice and the glassmaking guilds. We learn of Marietta Barovier, one of the first female glassmakers of Murano and learn the art of bead making. From the innovation of glassmaking, to the process and skill involved, the Rosetta bead, global trade and success, entrepreneurship and independence, enamel work and craftsmanship. The legacy and impact of Marietta Barrovier's work in the glass industry lives on, find out how. Sources: https://www.glassofvenice.comThe Corning Museum of Glass blog https://seductivevenice.wordpress.com/tag/marietta-barovier/ https://blog.cmog.org/2021/finding-marietta-evan-turks- drawings-bring-story-rosetta-bead-life-0 https://issuu.com/antefermaedizioni/docs/ant_bcc_interattivo/58 ?e=67&o=1 https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=577256424333435 https://patricianozell.com/2020/11/06/ppbf-a-thousand-glass- flowers-marietta-barovier-and-the-invention-of-the-rosetta- bead/ https://www.coe.int/en/web/venice/news/- /asset_publisher/HO2G1g67croM/content/a-show-remembers- marietta-barovier https://www.atvo.it/en/blog/discover-the-magic-of-venetian- glassworks-art-craft the novel The Glass Maker by Tracey Chevalier Chapters 00:00 The Fence Saga02:23 The Glassmaking Legacy of Venice05:09 The Republic of Venice and Glassmaking Guilds18:08 The Life of Marietta Barovier20:39 The Art of Bead Making21:30 Innovation in Glassmaking22:57 The Craft of Bead Making23:25 The Process of Bead Making24:23 The Skill of Bead Making26:06 The Rosetta Bead30:55 Global Trade and Success31:49 Entrepreneurship and Independence33:21 Enamel Work and Craftsmanship36:14 Legacy and Impact

  2. Jul 21

    62. Headscarf Revolutionaries: She got punched in the face for this!

    The conversation delves into the tragic events of one Northern English city. The conversation delves into the inspiring story of the Headscarf Revolutionaries, a group of courageous women who fought for impactful change in the fishing industry. Their activism, determination, and the lasting legacy they left behind teaches us that no matter who you are, what rooms you are allowed in, you can impact the world. Sources: https://www.scarboroughsmaritimeheritage.org.uk/article.php?article=764 http://tripletrawlertragedy.hulldailymail.co.uk/index.html https://www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-britain/display/spotlights/after-industry-communities-northern-england-1960s-1980s https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hull_triple_trawler_tragedy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harry_Eddom https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lillian_Bilocca https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-humber-42253251 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cd737gdrlpno https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3csvtty - Witness Histroy Ep 2019 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cj0pgq57z33o https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-humber-35735318 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-humber-32888537 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-humber-33034608 Chapters 00:00 The Sad City: Tragedy at Sea19:35 The Women's Protest27:36 The Headscarf Revolutionaries28:10 The Campaign Gains Traction28:38 The Big Lil Effect30:00 The Misogyny Subplot31:29 The Headscarf Revolutionaries' Legacy32:36 The Women's Determination33:00 The Women's Impact34:26 The Aftermath48:07 Recognition and Commemoration

  3. Jul 7

    61. Ruth First: Nelson Mandela's buddy, journalist and activist!

    Cara has been to Dubrovnik! And this week we deep dive into the life and work of journalist Ruth First, Nelson Mandela's buddy. We look at her impactful journalism and activism against apartheid in South Africa. The conversation delves into the life and work of Ruth First, highlighting her independence, directness, and activist research. It explores the impact of her death and the power of the written legacy she left behind. Chapters 00:00 Exploring Dubrovnik18:16 Ruth First: Journalism and Activism26:04 Activist Research and Legacy36:30 The Written Legacy

  4. Jun 23

    60. Joan of Arc: The teenager who changed history

    60. Joan of Arc: The teenager who changed history Joan of Arc's extraordinary life unfolds in three captivating chapters. We explore her humble beginnings in a turbulent France, her divine calling and mission, and her remarkable leadership in battle, challenging gender and social norms along the way. The conversation delves into Joan of Arc's rise to power, her strategic leadership, and religious significance. It explores Charles' reluctance, Joan's intelligence, and the impact of class bias. The coronation, political influence, and myths surrounding Joan are also discussed. The conversation then covers why was Joan of Arc put to death, what Joan of Arc is famous for, religious persecution, and the misconceptions about her. Finally, it explores the religious trial, execution, and its aftermath. Sources: https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Joan-of-Arc https://www.historyhit.com/1412-joan-arc-born-france/ https://www.historyanswers.co.uk/history-of-war/8-joan-of-arc-myths-busted/ https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/joan-of-arc https://www.biography.com/military-figures/joan-of-arc Chapters 00:00 A Quiet Life in Turbulent Times 11:00 The Call to Destiny 18:49 Leading the Charge 26:08 Joan's Rise to Power 33:11 Trial and Religious Persecution 42:12 Religious Trial and Execution

  5. Jun 9

    59. Biruté Galdikas: One third of the legendary primate trimates

    We cover it all today wind, pottery, mischeief and pancakes! We learn about Barute's background and early life, how she ended up in Borneo, her connection with orangutans, challenges of outdoor living, and Barute's discoveries. The conversation delves into the behaviour and environment of orangutans, the challenges of caring for orphaned baby orangutans, the impact and legacy of conservation work, the threats to orangutans, and the power of curiosity and care in driving conservation efforts. It emphasizes the importance of consumer awareness and responsibility in conservation, as well as the role of individuals in continuing conservation efforts. Sources https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/birute- galdikas-orangutans-borneo-october-1975 https://www.sierraclub.org/sierra/birut-mary-galdikas-knows- orangutans https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/apr/09/birute- galdikas-obituary https://www.science.ca/scientists/scientistprofile.php?pID=7&pg =3 https://archive.org/details/greatlivesfromhi0002unse_n5y6/page /338/mode/2up?q=galdikas https://orangutan.org The book Reflections of Eden: my years with the orangutans of Borneo by Birute G herself. Chapters 00:00 Wind and Animal Mischief05:49 Barute's Education and Mentorship13:35 Barute's Interest in Orangutans19:33 Barute's Discoveries25:05 Impact and Legacy31:50 Threats to Orangutans

  6. May 26

    58. Dorothy Hodgkin: Crystals, Prizes and life saving drugs

    Discover the inspiring story of Dorothy Mary Hodgkin, a pioneering scientist who revolutionized medicine with her groundbreaking work in crystallography. From childhood experiments to Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, learn how her perseverance and passion changed the world. Keywords Dorothy Hodgkin, crystallography, penicillin, insulin, Nobel Prize, science innovation, women in science, medical breakthroughs, protein structure, scientific discovery Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dorothy Hodgkin's Story 02:53 Childhood and Early Influences 06:00 Education and Early Scientific Pursuits 08:58 Struggles and Triumphs in Academia 11:51 The Breakthrough in X-ray Crystallography 14:59 Advancements in Protein Crystallography 17:59 Recognition and Contributions to Science 26:43 The Discovery of Penicillin 35:09 The Significance of Vitamin B12 39:37 Mapping the Structure of Insulin 46:00 Legacy and Impact of Dorothy Hodgkin Sources https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m00094kn https://www.chemistryworld.com/features/dorothy-hodgkin-cracking-crystal-codes/3004555.article https://royalsociety.org/video/the-exceptional-life-of-dorothy-crowfoot-hodgkin-PraybTdD_9I https://blog.sciencemuseum.org.uk/celebrating-dorothy-hodgkin-britains-first-female-winner-of-a-nobel-science-prize/ https://www.manlitphil.ac.uk/past-members/dame-dorothy-crowfoot-hodgkin/ https://www.chm.bris.ac.uk/motm/vitb12/b12.htm https://www.britannica.com/science/mineralogy https://royalsociety.org/about-us/who-we-are/diversity-inclusion/case-studies/scientists-with-disabilities/dorothy-hodgkin/#:~:text=Dorothy%20Hodgkin%20was%20awarded%20the,%2C%20using%20X%2Dray%20crystallography. https://diabetesjournals.org/care/article/48/3/303/157906/Dorothy-Crowfoot-Hodgkin-1910-1994-X-ray https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/chemistry/1964/hodgkin/biographical/ https://oumnh.ox.ac.uk/learn-dorothy-crowfoot-hodgkin

  7. May 12

    57. Dr Shoshanna Zuboff: One Woman's fight against the tech giants

    The conversation delves into the individual's significance in the face of big data, the erosion of privacy, historical context, resistance, and hope for change in surveillance capitalism. It emphasizes the need for regulatory measures and the future viewpoint on unregulated corporate influence and how one woman's work is heavily influencing that because she has seen it and done it all since the 80s! There is hope when it comes to big data and privacy. Dr Zuboff! Chapters 00:00 The Challenge of Context Switching06:00 Introduction and Greetings12:24 Recognition and Professional Achievements21:39 The Age of Surveillance Capitalism26:46 The Individual vs. Big Data31:58 Resistance and Pushback38:15 Regulatory Measures and Hope for Change47:11 The Future Viewpoint and Hope for Change

  8. Apr 28

    56. Eleanor of Aquitaine: Part 2 - The finale!

    The second episode of Eleanor's story delves into the imprisonment of Eleanor and her eventual release by her son, Richard. Eleanor of Aquitaine's story is characterized by her strategic leadership, influence, and legacy protection. From orchestrating subtle power plays to mediating conflicts and raising ransom for Richard's release, Eleanor's story is a testament to her remarkable leadership and influence. Her ability to arrange marriages and protect the brand of her empire showcases her strategic acumen and long-term vision. The chapters of the conversation cover these themes in detail, providing insights into Eleanor's remarkable life and impact. Chapters 00:00 Shakespeare's bday03:00 Eleanor's Imprisonment and Release22:30 The Subtle Burn30:28 Richard's Release and Reign

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Join us on "She Changed History," as we celebrate the unsung heroines who dared to challenge the status quo. This is the history you wish you had learnt in school. Every Tuesday, Vicky, Cara and Simon dive deep into the annals of history, unearthing the stories of incredible women who have been forgotten. From daring pirates to prolific inventors, we're uncovering the truth behind their remarkable journeys. Tune in every Tuesday, starting 19th November 2024

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  • Creator
    Cara Gardner, Simon Hurley and Vicky Payne
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    66
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Cara Gardner, Simon Hurley and Vicky Payne
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