Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls

Rebel Girls
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Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls

A fairy tale podcast for kids about real life extraordinary women from all over the world. Based on the bestselling series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, each episode explores the lives of women from the books, encouraging young listeners to ask questions and explore their interests. 

  1. Melanie Perkins: Design for All

    2 DAYS AGO

    Melanie Perkins: Design for All

    Melanie Perkins loved the idea of creating things from nothing. When she saw how people struggled with complicated design tools, she co-founded Canva and changed the way the world expresses their ideas. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was narrated by Jes Wolfe. It was produced by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. It was written by Gina Gotsill. Fact-checking by Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal. Our intern was Arianna Griffiths. Our executive producers were Joy Smith and Jes Wolfe. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. A big thanks to Melanie Perkins and the whole Rebel Girls team who made this podcast possible. Until next time, stay rebel!

    17 min
  2. SOUNDSCAPE BONUS! Forest of Calm

    5 DAYS AGO · BONUS

    SOUNDSCAPE BONUS! Forest of Calm

    This soundscape is inspired by Ada Lovelace, an inventor. She watched the birds from her window as they flew between branches. Drift off to the sounds of birds and crickets chirping, and wind rustling through the trees. This soundscape was produced with Katie Sprenger with sound design and mixing by Craig Billmeier. Until next time, stay rebel!

    31 min
  3. SLEEPY BONUS! Ntozake Shange: If Words Were Colors

    FEB 13

    SLEEPY BONUS! Ntozake Shange: If Words Were Colors

    Ntozake painted stories into existence with a paintbrush of brightly colored words. Growing up she didn’t see stories like hers being told; she decided to change that. With music, words and dance she showed people her rainbow perspective. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Olivia Riçhard with sound design and mixing by Bianca Salinas. It was written by Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Lumai de Smidt. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

    19 min
  4. Black Girl Magic: Anna Olga Albertina Brown, Jessamyn Stanley, Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, and Lisa Leslie

    FEB 11

    Black Girl Magic: Anna Olga Albertina Brown, Jessamyn Stanley, Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, and Lisa Leslie

    Celebrate Black Girl Magic 💜 Our latest collection of stories celebrates Black women and girls like Anna Olga Albertina Brown, Jessamyn Stanley, Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, and Lisa Lesliean. Listen to learn how they chased their dreams and became an aerialist, an activist, a yoga teacher, and a basketball champ! This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Robin Lai with sound design and mixing by Robin Lai. It was written by Katie Sprenger and Erica Durham. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Erica Durham. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

    15 min
  5. Get To Know Harriet Tubman with Historian Christine Platt!

    FEB 6

    Get To Know Harriet Tubman with Historian Christine Platt!

    Get to know our special guest, Christine Platt! She’s a historian, advocate and storyteller who has written a couple of books that introduce readers to Harriet Tubman. She shares how Harriet’s story resonates with her, untold tales and how she feels Harriet is the ultimate rebel girl. [This episode originally aired February 2021.]

    6 min
  6. Harriet Tubman Read by Tarana Burk‪e‬

    FEB 4

    Harriet Tubman Read by Tarana Burk‪e‬

    Once upon a time, there was a girl who fought for freedom. Her name was Harriet. In this episode, you will learn about the incredible story of Harriet Tubman, one of the greatest heroes in American history. Harriet risked her life to free hundreds of enslaved people and she remains one of the most powerful symbols of the human need for freedom and equality. The narrator of this episode is the great African-American activist Tarana Burke, who is also one of the founders of the #Metoo movement. [This episode originally aired in February 2021.] This remixed episode was produced and sound designed by Camille Stennis and written by Corinne Purtill. It was narrated by Tarana Burke. Original theme music was written and composed by Elettra Bargiacchi. A big thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team who makes this podcast possible. Until next time, stay Rebel!

    21 min
  7. Yassmin Abdel-Magied: Difference is a Super Power!

    JAN 28

    Yassmin Abdel-Magied: Difference is a Super Power!

    Yassmin Abdel-Magied stands up for what she believes in. Whether she was the only person at school wearing a headscarf, the only female engineer repairing oil rigs, or now as an author, Yassmin is proud to be herself. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was narrated by Jan Fran. It was produced and directed by F+K Media, with sound design and mixing by F+K Media. The story was written by F+K Media and edited by Abby Sher. Fact checking by Joe Rhatigan. Our executive producers were Joy Smith and Jes Wolfe. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. A special thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team, who make this podcast possible! Until next time, staaaay rebel!

    14 min
  8. Get to Know Justine Wong-Orantes

    JAN 23

    Get to Know Justine Wong-Orantes

    Justine began her volleyball career on the beaches of California. But it wasn't long before she was winning matches at the University of Nebraska, the Tokyo and Paris Olympics, and now LOVB Pro Omaha. Listen to learn how Justine plays her best! This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This interview was produced and directed by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by John Marshall Media. It was hosted by Makayla. Our executive producers were Joy Smith and Jes Wolfe. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Thank you to Justine Wong-Orantes and the whole Rebel Girls team who made this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

    12 min
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A fairy tale podcast for kids about real life extraordinary women from all over the world. Based on the bestselling series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, each episode explores the lives of women from the books, encouraging young listeners to ask questions and explore their interests. 

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