The Queen's Silk

The Queen's Silk
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We study women who changed history or are changing history and the men who helped them do so. Come learn with us as we tell stories, roast historical figures, and look at the impact women have had on different generations and cultures! Our goal is to find patterns of excellence that we can apply to make our own difference in the world! Learn more at thequeenssilkpodcast.com or follow us on Instagram @queenssilkpodcast

  1. 09/26/2024

    Ep. 42: Jhansi Ki Rani

    Jhansi ki Rani, or the Queen of Jhansi, led a rebellion against the British that ended in horrible tragedy... but a tragedy that emboldened a nation to fight against the oppression surrounding them. Where do we find courage and motivation to act? How does our environment impact what we accomplish?

    35 min

  2. 09/12/2024

    Ep. 41: There's a Rumor in St. Petersburg

    This week we're discussing the life of Alexandra Romanov, the last Czarina of Russia and the events that led up to the Bolshevik Revolution. Knowing the patterns of a revolution can help you avoid them in your own life.

    1h 7m

  3. 08/08/2024

    Ep. 40: For Hearth and Home

    You may not know this, but George Washington was a bit of a homebody -- and when he couldn't go home, his home, Martha Washington, found her way to him. Today we talk about the role Martha Washington played in the success of the Revolutionary War and her time as the first First Lady of the United States.

    46 min

  4. 07/25/2024

    Ep. 39: The Only Man in Naples

    Marie Antoinette's older, but less well known sister, is our woman of the week! Maria Carolina was the queen of Naples during the French Revolution and was, as Napoleon declared, "The only man in Naples." Biography: In the Shadow of the Empress by Nancy Gladstone

    53 min

  5. 07/25/2024

    Ep. 37: Who is Malala?

    Malala Yousafzai, education advocate and the youngest winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, survived an assassination and terrorist attack on her life because of her desire to learn and her willingness to help other young women maintain their rights to education. How does this apply to motherhood? you'll see :)

    1h 12m

  6. 07/11/2024

    Ep. 38: The Three Petticoats

    Three women were the bane of Frederick the Great's existence and nearly brought him to his knees: Maria Theresa of Austria-Hungary, Madame de Pompadour of France, and Empress Elizabeth of Russia. #girlbossesforthewin Biography: In the Shadow of the Empress by Nancy Goldstone

    52 min

  7. 06/13/2024

    Ep. 36: Burdened with Glorious Purpose

    Maiden. Commander. Martyr. Savior of France. Joan of Arc was all of these things, and so much more. She inspired her downtrodden countrymen to raise their swords and fight again, and would not rest until Charles the Dauphin was on the throne. Terrified of her influence and success, her enemies burned her at the stake.

    46 min

  8. 05/30/2024

    Ep.35: Bringing Up Bebe

    Our first episode about Motherhood! Inspired by Pamela Drukerman's Bringing Up Bebe, Tami and Anne delve into motherhood, teaching children, and guiding children as they grow and develop.

    1h 15m
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We study women who changed history or are changing history and the men who helped them do so. Come learn with us as we tell stories, roast historical figures, and look at the impact women have had on different generations and cultures! Our goal is to find patterns of excellence that we can apply to make our own difference in the world! Learn more at thequeenssilkpodcast.com or follow us on Instagram @queenssilkpodcast

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  • Creator
    The Queen's Silk
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Clean
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