43 episodes
History, Bitches! Brittany and Erika
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3.8 • 102 Ratings
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From Queen Isabela “the She Wolf” of France to Phillis Wheatley, America’s first black published poet, history is full of provocative and forgotten women. This podcast rethinks the legacies of these crazy dames and bad broads and celebrates the achievements of those previously overlooked or neglected.
For blog articles and the complete podcast archive, visit: http://historybitchespodcast.com
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Episode 42: A Trip to New Orleans - Marie Laveau and Delphine LaLaurie
Join Brittany and Erika as they explore two iconic New Orleans women: Marie Laveau and Delphine LaLaurie. Staples of their societies in their time and in ours but with two very different legacies: one a voodoo queen capable of granting wishes, and the other a vicious, cruel monster run out of town.
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Episode 41: Kate Webster & Leonarda Cianciulli
It’s the most spoopiest time of the year….! Welcome back, bitches! To celebrate the start of the Halloween season, Erika and Brittany are profiling Kate Webster, “the Richmond Murderess,” and Italian serial killer Leonarda Cianciulli (a.k.a. "Soap-Maker of Correggio").
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Episode 41: Elizabeth Keckly (Pt. 2)
This companion to Episode 40: Elizabeth Keckly (Pt. 1), features an interview with Erin Carlson Mast, CEO and Executive Director of President Lincoln's Cottage. Tune-in to hear us chat about everything Elizabeth Keckly-from her friendship with Mary Todd to her role as Lincoln historian.
Website: https://www.lincolncottage.org/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LincolnsCottage
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lincolnscottage/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LincolnsCottage/
To submit a hometown heroine or suggest a podcast episode topic, email brittany.podcast@gmail.com
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Episode 40: Elizabeth-Keckly (Pt.1)
Quick primer episode on the incredible Elizabeth Keckly, who we shall be discussing with our good friends over at Lincoln’s Cottage in celebration of both Black History Month and Women’s History Month.
President Lincoln's Cottage
Website: https://www.lincolncottage.org/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LincolnsCottage
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lincolnscottage/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LincolnsCottage/
To submit a hometown heroine or suggest a podcast episode topic, email brittany.podcast@gmail.com
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Episode 39: Mary Todd Lincoln
December 13, 2018 marks the 200th anniversary of Mary Todd Lincoln’s birth. To mark the occasion, Erika and Brittany are joined by Erin Carlson Mast, the CEO and Executive Director of President Lincoln’s Cottage in Washington, DC. Join us for a fascinating, in-depth chat on the controversial First Lady’s tragic life and evolving legacy.
President Lincoln's Cottage: https://www.lincolncottage.org/
Erin's book, 'A Short Biography of Mary Lincoln (White House Collection)': https://www.amazon.com/Short-Biography-Lincoln-White-Collection/dp/1944038264/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1544390330&sr=1-2 -
Episode 38: Queens of Vice, Stephanie St. Clare & Griselda Blanco
Brittany and Erika discuss the careers they wish they could shock their families with at Thanksgiving. Alas, a life of criminal enterprise isn’t for us so instead we’ll talk about two ladies who rose to the top of their games.
Customer Reviews
Great but wish they had better audio
I love the content and personalization of the episodes but often completely miss what they are saying due to the low volume and background noises occasionally.
VERY difficult to listen to
Honestly couldn't stand them. Their presentation and some of the rhetoric is like they are trying too hard for content instead of relying on the facts from the interesting subject matters. Some of the their interjections seem a little ignorant for “historians”. Like others said a lot of unnecessary cussing. A lot of conclusions being drawn. They are cringy. One girl really draws out her words and it’s obnoxious.
Needs a Little Work
I’m a huge fan of history, particularly women’s history. I loved the name of this podcast so I gave it a shot. First off, if you’re not a fan of cursing, you’ll want to pass. I have days when I drop some f-bombs but it doesn’t figure into every other sentence out of my mouth. You can have fun and curse, but you got to keep it classy. Otherwise, it’s distracting.
Speaking of distracting, I am not a huge fan of Brittany’s voice. I know those sorts of things can’t be helped but the pitch and cadence along with the accent was difficult to deal with. I try not to rate podcasts on that because we all have unique voices and that shouldn’t keep us from educating people on topics we are passionate about. I do think a bit more editing and playing around with the playback would do wonders. There were so many “Um”s that it broke my concentration.
Overall, this podcast is a good attempt. It seemed to be researched well if not a bit one sided. A bit more polishing should put this one in good stead.