Humans in History Podcast
1) 8/12 Gladys Bentley (The Final Episode)
On our last episode, we explore the tragic and fabulous life of singer, pianist, and LGBTQ icon, Gladys Bentley.
2) 7/22 Mildred Loving
Today we learn about Mildred Loving, the woman who overturned the interracial marriage ban.
3) 7/1 Dr. Ignaz Semmelweis
Today we learn about the father of infection control, the savior of mothers, and the man who was murdered for telling people to wash their hands.
4) 6/28 Zelda Wynn Valdes
Today we talk about the forgotten couturier, Zelda Wynn Valdes.
5) 6/12 Eugenie Brazier
Today we learn about Eugenie Brazier, the first woman to become a three Michelin star chef.
6) 6/7 Sylvia Mendez
Today we celebrate the life of Sylvia Mendez, the girl who started the desegregation of American schools.
7) 5/30 Camille du Gast
Today we are talking about Camille du Gast, the most interesting millionaire.
8) 5/13 Dr. George Papanicolaou
Today we celebrate the life of Dr. George Papanicolaou, the doctor who invented the pap smear.
9) 4/29 Iwao Takamoto
Today we celebrate the life of Iwao Takamoto, legendary artist and animator.
10) 4/11 Viola Liuzzo
Today we are talking about Viola Liuzzo, the only white female activist killed in the civil rights movement.