Defiant Ones: The American Revolution's Bravest Women

The Washington Times / Beautifully Flawed Productions / Tea Party Patriots Foundation / The Women In My World

Through candlelit letters, whispered secrets, and acts of extraordinary courage, Defiant Ones brings to life the true stories of the women who helped birth a nation. Guided by Abigail Adams's call to “remember the ladies,” this immersive audio drama follows patriots, prophets, poets, and spies whose faith, sacrifice, and quiet defiance shaped the course of American history.

Episodes

  1. 6d ago

    Ep. 8 Agent 355 "The Lady"

    Some of the most important people in history are the ones whose names we may never know. British-occupied New York is a city of whispers, secrets, and divided loyalties. George Washington’s Culper Spy Ring is working in the shadows, gathering intelligence that could determine the fate of the American Revolution. Among its mysterious figures is a woman known only by a number: Agent 355. Moving through a world where one misplaced word could expose everything, Agent 355 must rely on discipline, perception, coded messages, and a carefully guarded network of allies. But when whispers of a devastating betrayal begin to surface, the stakes become greater than ever. Somewhere between the drawing rooms of New York and the defenses of West Point, a secret is moving through the shadows. And someone must make sure it reaches the right hands before it is too late. Agent 355: "The Lady" is a gripping cinematic audio drama of espionage, faith, sacrifice, and unseen courage. Inspired by the mystery surrounding the woman connected to George Washington’s legendary Culper Spy Ring, this episode explores what it means to answer a calling when there may be no recognition, no applause, and perhaps not even a name left behind. Her story reminds us that history is not only shaped by those standing in the spotlight. Sometimes it is changed by those willing to act when no one is watching. Featuring acclaimed voice talent including Rachel Hendrix (October Baby) as Abigail Adams, Shari Rigby (Overcomer, October Baby) as Agent 355, Jonathan Stoddard (Crossroad Springs) as John Adams, Brett Varvel (County Rescue, Disciples in the Moonlight) as Robert Townsend, Todd Terry (1923, Lioness, The Unbreakable Boy) as Mr. Whitford, Alex Kendrick (Lifemark, Overcomer, War Room) as George Washington, Matthew Hawk (singer-songwriter/actor) as Matta Neenaw, and Carly LePore (Heartland, 'Tis So Sweet) as Mercy Otis Warren. Created with immersive Dolby® Atmos sound design, a sweeping original orchestral score, and cinematic storytelling, Defiant Ones transports listeners into the heart of the American Revolution like never before. Premiering on The Washington Times. Created by Beautifully Flawed Productions in partnership with The Washington Times, the Tea Party Patriots Foundation, and The Women In My World. Before America was born, women were already fighting for her. Support the show

    Ep. 8 Agent 355 "The Lady"
  2. Aug 12

    Ep. 7 Deborah Sampson "The Hidden Patriot"

    Before she could fight for liberty, she had to disguise herself as someone else. As the Revolutionary War drags on and the Continental Army struggles through exhaustion, uncertainty, and years of conflict, Deborah Sampson feels an undeniable call to serve her country. But there is one problem: women are forbidden from fighting. Unwilling to accept that the battlefield is a place where she does not belong, Deborah makes a daring choice. She disguises herself as a man, takes the name Robert Shirtliff, and enters the ranks of the Continental Army, knowing that discovery could cost her everything.  From that moment forward, every march, every battle, and every encounter carries a hidden danger. Deborah must endure the hardships of a soldier while guarding a secret no one can know. As the risks mount and the war tests the limits of her courage, she is forced to confront what it truly means to answer a calling when the world has already decided who you are allowed to be.  Deborah Sampson: "The Hidden Patriot" is a gripping cinematic audio drama of faith, identity, sacrifice, and extraordinary courage. Inspired by the true story of the woman who disguised herself as a man and entered the Continental Army, this episode explores a different kind of bravery: the courage to step forward without recognition, to endure when no one knows the sacrifice you are making, and to trust that God sees beyond outward appearances to the heart. Her remarkable story reminds us that sometimes the people who change history are the ones no one realizes are there.  Featuring acclaimed voice talent including Rachel Hendrix (October Baby) as Abigail Adams, Lottie Shudde (Henry Danger) as Deborah Sampson, Jonathan Stoddard (Crossroad Springs) as John Adams, Shari Rigby (Overcomer, October Baby) as Agent 355, Candace Kirkpatrick (Vindication) as Nurse Watson, Todd Terry (1923, Lioness, The Unbreakable Boy) as the Doctor, and Alex Kendrick (Lifemark, Overcomer, War Room) as George Washington. Created with immersive Dolby® Atmos sound design, a sweeping original orchestral score, and cinematic storytelling, Defiant Ones transports listeners into the heart of the American Revolution like never before. Premiering on The Washington Times. Created by Beautifully Flawed Productions in partnership with The Washington Times, the Tea Party Patriots Foundation, and The Women In My World. Before America was born, women were already fighting for her. Support the show

    Ep. 7 Deborah Sampson "The Hidden Patriot"
  3. Aug 5

    Ep. 6 Two Kettles Together "I Fight for Thee, and Liberty"

    Before a nation could stand united, one woman chose to stand with her people. As the Revolutionary War spreads across New York, the Oneida Nation finds itself caught in a conflict that will divide families, friends, and an entire confederacy. Two Kettles Together, also known as Tyonajanegen, and her husband, Hanyery, are forced to make an impossible choice—one that will shape not only their future, but the future of a nation. When war reaches their homeland, she refuses to remain on the sidelines, stepping into the uncertainty with unwavering courage, determined to protect those she loves no matter the cost. Set against the brutal campaign surrounding Fort Stanwix and the Battle of Oriskany, Two Kettles Together "I Fight for Thee, and Liberty" is a gripping cinematic audio drama of faith, sacrifice, and extraordinary resilience. Inspired by the true story of the Oneida woman who stood beside her husband in one of the bloodiest battles of the American Revolution, this episode reveals that courage is not found only on the front lines, but in the steadfast resolve to fight, serve, and remain faithful when everything around you is falling apart. In a war that divided even her own people, Two Kettles Together reminds us that true strength is forged through unity, sacrifice, and the courage to stand for what you believe in. Featuring acclaimed voice talent including Rachel Hendrix (October Baby) as Abigail Adams, Beckah Shae (Not Too Far From Here) as Two Kettles Together, Jonathan Stoddard (Crossroad Springs) as John Adams, Debby Gerber (Matlock, Glee, Beyond Belief) as Agent 355, Matthew Hawk (singer-songwriter/actor) as Hanyery, and Kellen Boyle (The Family Plan, Juror #2) as Nicholas Herkimer. Created with immersive Dolby® Atmos sound design, a sweeping original orchestral score, and cinematic storytelling, Defiant Ones transports listeners into the heart of the American Revolution like never before. Premiering on The Washington Times. Created by Beautifully Flawed Productions in partnership with The Washington Times, the Tea Party Patriots Foundation, and The Women In My World. Before America was born, women were already fighting for her. Support the show

    Ep. 6 Two Kettles Together "I Fight for Thee, and Liberty"
  4. Jul 30

    Ep. 5 Sybil Ludington "And the Fires Burn and Burn"

    Before dawn broke over the colonies, one sixteen-year-old girl answered a call that could change everything. As the Revolutionary War reaches New York and Connecticut, Sybil Ludington watches the conflict draw ever closer to home. With British forces advancing and Patriot communities living in constant uncertainty, she longs to do more than wait for others to defend the future. But when an urgent crisis unfolds, Sybil is faced with an impossible choice—remain where it's safe or step into the darkness, trusting God to guide her one mile at a time. Often called the female Paul Revere, Sybil's legendary midnight ride would become one of the Revolution's most remarkable, yet often overlooked, acts of courage. Set against the mounting dangers of the Revolutionary War, Sybil Ludington "And the Fires Burn and Burn" is a thrilling cinematic audio drama of faith, courage, and extraordinary resolve. Inspired by the true story of sixteen-year-old Sybil Ludington, this episode reveals that history is often changed not by those seeking recognition, but by those willing to answer God's call. In a nation fighting for liberty, one young woman's obedience proves that courage is never measured by age, but by the willingness to say, "Here am I. Send me." Featuring acclaimed voice talent including Rachel Hendrix (October Baby) as Abigail Adams, Cami Wickenhauser (The New Jim Crow: Majority Rules) as Sybil Ludington, Jonathan Stoddard (Crossroad Springs, Finding Faith) as John Adams, Kristen Grace Gonzalez (Divine Influencer, Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries) as Agent 355, Alex Kendrick (Lifemark, Overcomer, War Room) as George Washington, Stephanie Hong (Hit Man) as Mrs. Ludington, and Mark Oliver (We Are Marshall) as Colonel Ludington. Created with immersive Dolby® Atmos sound design, a sweeping original orchestral score, and cinematic storytelling, Defiant Ones transports listeners into the heart of the American Revolution like never before. Before America was born, women were already fighting for her. Created by Beautifully Flawed Productions in partnership with The Washington Times, the Tea Party Patriots Foundation, and The Women In My World. Premiering on The Washington Times. Support the show

    Ep. 5 Sybil Ludington "And the Fires Burn and Burn"
  5. Jul 22

    Ep. 4 Phillis Wheatley "The Ink of Freedom"

    Before America declared its independence, one young woman dared to ask a different question: What if the promise of liberty truly belonged to everyone? As revolution stirs the streets of Boston and cries for freedom echo throughout the colonies, Phillis Wheatley watches a nation proclaim ideals it has yet to fully embrace. Kidnapped from West Africa as a child and enslaved in Boston, Phillis discovers an extraordinary gift for poetry that carries her words beyond the walls that seek to define her. Defying every expectation placed upon her, she becomes the first enslaved person to publish a book of poetry, her words reaching the highest levels of society—even into the hands of George Washington.  Set against the turbulent years leading to the American Revolution, Phillis Wheatley "The Ink of Freedom" is a powerful cinematic audio drama of faith, courage, and the enduring power of words. As America wrestles with the meaning of liberty, Phillis reminds a divided nation that true freedom cannot be reserved for a few. Anchored by her unwavering belief that every person is created equal before God, she discovers that a faithful voice—no matter how unlikely—can awaken consciences, challenge injustice, and help shape the soul of a nation. Featuring acclaimed voice talent including Rachel Hendrix (October Baby) as Abigail Adams, Chasity Cofield (newcomer & rising star) as Phillis Wheatley, Jonathan Stoddard (Crossroad Springs, Finding Faith) as John Adams, Allison Bailey (Wicked on Broadway) as Agent 355, Alex Kendrick (Lifemark, Overcomer, War Room) as George Washington, Kelsey Cooke (The Christmas Ring) as Susanna Wheatley, and Kellen Boyle (The Family Plan, Juror #2) as John Wheatley.  Created with immersive Dolby® Atmos sound design, a sweeping original orchestral score, and cinematic storytelling, Defiant Ones transports listeners into the heart of the American Revolution like never before. Before America was born, women were already fighting for her. Created by Beautifully Flawed Productions in partnership with The Washington Times, the Tea Party Patriots Foundation, and The Women In My World. Premiering on The Washington Times. Support the show

    Ep. 4 Phillis Wheatley "The Ink of Freedom"
  6. Jul 15

    Ep. 3 Penelope Barker "The Signature Rebellion"

    Before America declared its independence, one woman dared to ask a simple question: What if women stood together? As unrest spreads across the colonies and British rule grows increasingly oppressive, Penelope Barker watches the conflict draw closer to home. While others wonder whether their voices matter, she begins to believe that lasting change may not always begin on the battlefield. Gathering a circle of women in Edenton, North Carolina, Penelope boldly explores an idea that seems almost unthinkable—that ordinary women, united by conviction and faith, might help shape the future of a nation. Set against the growing tensions leading to the American Revolution, Penelope Barker: The Signature Rebellion is a gripping cinematic audio drama of courage, conviction, and the power of stepping forward when history calls. What begins as one woman's willingness to ask, "What can we do?" becomes a moment that would forever change the role of women in America's fight for liberty and lead to the first female-led political protest in American history. Featuring acclaimed voice talent including Rachel Hendrix (October Baby) as Abigail Adams, Micah Lynn Hanson (Disciples in the Moonlight, Divine Influencer) as Penelope Barker, Jonathan Stoddard (Crossroad Springs, Finding Faith) as John Adams, Allison Bailey (Wicked on Broadway) as Agent 355, Ryan O'Quinn (Paul's Promise, Scrooge) as Governor Tryon, Julia Reilly (County Rescue, A Little Women's Christmas) as Rebecca Bonfield, and Shari Rigby (October Baby, Overcomer) as Mary Blount. Created with immersive Dolby® Atmos sound design, a sweeping original orchestral score, and cinematic storytelling, Defiant Ones transports listeners into the heart of the American Revolution like never before. Before America was born, women were already fighting for her. Created by Beautifully Flawed Productions in partnership with The Washington Times, the Tea Party Patriots Foundation, and The Women In My World. Premiering on The Washington Times. Support the show

    Ep. 3 Penelope Barker "The Signature Rebellion"
  7. Jul 8

    Ep. 2 Prudence Wright "The Price of Liberty"

    Before America secured its independence, one woman discovered that the greatest battles are sometimes fought against those closest to home. As revolution spreads across the colonies, Prudence Cummings Wright finds herself caught between divided loyalties. While her husband answers the call of the Patriot cause, her own brothers remain faithful to the British Crown. But when word reaches Pepperell, Massachusetts, that a Loyalist courier carries intelligence that could threaten the fight for liberty, Prudence refuses to stand by. Rallying the women of her community into the "Guardians of Liberty," she transforms ordinary wives, mothers, and daughters into an organized force of courage, vigilance, and resistance. Set against the opening days of the American Revolution, Prudence Wright: The Price of Liberty is a gripping cinematic audio drama of faith, sacrifice, impossible choices, and the remarkable women who proved that the defense of freedom extended far beyond the battlefield. On a moonlit night at Jewett Bridge, Prudence and her militia make a stand that would become one of the earliest acts of organized female resistance in American history. Featuring acclaimed voice talent including Rachel Hendrix (October Baby) as Abigail Adams, Danielle Ricci (Winterset) as Prudence Wright, Jonathan Stoddard (Crossroad Springs) as John Adams, Kristen Grace Gonzalez (Divine Influencer, Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries) as Agent 355, Alex Kendrick (Lifemark, Overcomer, War Room) as George Washington, Isabelle Almoyan (Grosse Pointe Garden Society, Camp Hideout) as Sarah Shattuck, Candace Kirkpatrick (Vindication) as Betsy Cummings, and Jackson Trent (King of War Tech) as David Wright.  Created with immersive Dolby® Atmos sound design, a sweeping original orchestral score, and cinematic storytelling, Defiant Ones transports listeners into the heart of the American Revolution like never before. Before America was born, women were already fighting for her. Created by Beautifully Flawed Productions in partnership with The Washington Times, the Tea Party Patriots Foundation, and The Women In My World. Premiering on The Washington Times. Support the show

    Ep. 2 Prudence Wright "The Price of Liberty"
  8. Jul 1

    Ep. 1 Abigail Adams "Remember the Ladies"

    Before America declared its independence, one woman dared to ask a question that would echo across centuries. As revolution ignites throughout the colonies, Abigail Adams watches history unfold from the home front, where every letter, every sacrifice, and every act of quiet courage carries the weight of a nation yet to be born. While her husband, John Adams, helps shape a new government, Abigail begins to realize that the fight for liberty belongs not only to the men on the battlefield, but also to the women whose faith, resilience, and conviction are changing history from the shadows. Set against the turmoil of the American Revolution, Abigail Adams: Remember the Ladies is a sweeping cinematic audio drama filled with political intrigue, heartfelt relationships, and an unforgettable call for justice that still resonates today. Featuring acclaimed voice talent including Rachel Hendrix (October Baby) as Abigail Adams, Jonathan Stoddard (Crossroad Springs) as John Adams, Debby Gerber (Matlock, Glee, Beyond Belief) as Agent 355, Alex Kendrick (Lifemark, Overcomer, War Room) as George Washington, Carly LePore (Heartland, 'Tis So Sweet) as Mercy Otis Warren, Ryan O'Quinn (Paul's Promise, Scrooge) as Governor Tryon, and Shari Rigby (Overcomer, Wildflower) as Mrs. Smith. Created with immersive Dolby® Atmos sound design, a sweeping original orchestral score, and cinematic storytelling, Defiant Ones transports listeners into the heart of the American Revolution like never before. Premiering on The Washington Times. Created by Beautifully Flawed Productions in partnership with The Washington Times, the Tea Party Patriots Foundation, and The Women In My World. Before America was born, women were already fighting for her. Support the show

    Ep. 1 Abigail Adams "Remember the Ladies"
  9. Jun 30

    Defiant Ones: Season One Trailer

    Before America was born, women were already fighting for her. As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, Defiant Ones brings to life the extraordinary true stories of the courageous women who helped shape the American Revolution. Step into an immersive cinematic audio drama where history unfolds through the voices of those too often left out of the history books. Walk beside Abigail Adams as she challenges the Founding Fathers to "remember the ladies." Stand with Prudence Cummings Wright as ordinary women become an unexpected militia. Witness the bold boycott led by Penelope Barker, the inspiring poetry of Phillis Wheatley, and ride through the darkness with Sybil Ludington as she races to warn Patriot forces. Be inspired by the brave loyalty of Two Kettles Together, the battlefield courage of Deborah Sampson, and enter the dangerous world of the mysterious Agent 355, whose secret mission for Washington's Culper Spy Ring changes the course of the war. Featuring acclaimed voice talent including Rachel Hendrix (October Baby), Jonathan Stoddard (Crossroad Springs), Alex Kendrick (Lifemark, Overcomer, War Room), Julia Reilly (County Rescue, Little Women's Christmas), Shari Rigby (Overcomer, Wildflower), Ryan O’Quinn (Paul’s Promise, Scrooge), Allison Bailey (Broadway production of Wicked, The Christmas Ring), Beckah Shae (pop worship singer, Not Too Far From Here), Debby Gerber (Matlock, Glee, Beyond Belief), Billy Hallowell (journalist and host, Investigating the Supernatural), and Danielle Ricci (Winterset), the series combines immersive Dolby® Atmos sound design, original orchestral score, and cinematic storytelling to create a powerful listening experience, transporting you into the heart of the Revolution.  Episode 1 premieres July 2, 2026 on The Washington Times. Created by Beautifully Flawed Productions in partnership with The Washington Times, the Tea Party Patriots Foundation, and The Women In My World. Support the show

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Through candlelit letters, whispered secrets, and acts of extraordinary courage, Defiant Ones brings to life the true stories of the women who helped birth a nation. Guided by Abigail Adams's call to “remember the ladies,” this immersive audio drama follows patriots, prophets, poets, and spies whose faith, sacrifice, and quiet defiance shaped the course of American history.