The Riveting Rosies Podcast
1) Mary Ellen Pleasant & Marion Carpenter
Dive into the captivating life of Mary Ellen Pleasant, an enigmatic figure whose journey from Nantucket to San Francisco makes her a groundbreaking feminist icon. Born into mystery and uncertainty, Ma...Show More
2) {Thorny Rosies} Clytemnestra & Virginia Hill
Greek mythology is well known for its dramatic twists & turns. So buckle up for the ride of your life with Clytemnestra, a Spartan princess born to King Tyndareus and Queen Leda. From potentially div...Show More
3) 2023 in Review: Year of the Girl
As we welcome 2024, The Riveting Rosies Podcast takes a moment to reflect on the extraordinary achievements of women throughout 2023. From breaking records to shattering glass ceilings, these Rosies h...Show More
4) Janna Lambine & Junko Tabei
WARNING: we both cried in the episode. Maybe don’t listen to this episode if you need to look presentable right afterwards 😭😂 On March 4, 1977, Janna achieved historic milestones, becoming CG Aviat...Show More
5) Ingrid Christensen & Captain Thuridur Einarsdottir
Ingrid Christensen was a remarkable explorer of courage, humor, and unwavering determination, who left an indelible mark on Antarctic exploration. In fact, she was the first woman in recorded history ...Show More
6) Merneith & Mary Ann "Molly" Goodnight
Merneith is believed to be the first female pharaoh in recorded history, reigning in the First Dynasty of Egypt around 2950 BC. Merneith, meaning "Beloved by Neith," was the great-granddaughter of Na...Show More
7) The Icelandic Women's Strike of 1975
On October 24th, 2023, 100,000+ women and non-binary individuals in Iceland made a powerful statement against gender-based violence and called for pay equality by staging a full-day strike. This strik...Show More
8) Heart: The Pioneering Powerhouse of Rock
In the world of rock 'n' roll, few names stand as tall as Ann and Nancy Wilson, the groundbreaking sisters who fronted Heart, the first hard rock band led by women. Their journey from a chil...Show More
9) Janaki Ammal & Ragnhild Tregagås
Janaki Ammal left an indelible mark on botany & environmental activism, during a time in which the literacy rate among women in India was less than 1%. Her legacy serves as an inspiration for aspirin...Show More
10) The Untold Story of Fanny, Pioneers of Rock
“Fanny was the first all-female rock act to record an entire album for a major record label…and released five albums for major labels” (fannyrocks.com)This quote only BEGINS to sum up the incredible l...Show More