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Rebel Girls
A podcast from Rebel Girls focused on building confidence in girls everywhere. Each episode explores the lives of real-life extraordinary women, from record-breaking athletes to fearless leaders. With empowering stories, interviews, news, and advice this show will inspire listeners to believe in themselves and take on the world. Formerly called Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls.
Episodes
Rebel GirlsSOUNDSCAPE BONUS! Winter Wonderland
Let's play in the snow, cuddle up by a fire, and enjoy the wonder of wintertime. This soundscape was produced by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by…
Rebel GirlsSLEEPY BONUS! Cora Coralina: Delicious Poetry
Once upon a time, there was a young girl in Brazil who imagined being a poet for years and years—and learned that it’s never too late to follow your dreams…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Angelina Tsuboi
Get to know Angelina Tsuboi, who brought us the story of Gitanjali Rao. Angelina is a professional programmer, engineer, and pilot! Hear about her STEM…
Rebel GirlsGitanjali Rao Read by Angelina Tsuboi
Gitanjali Rao was named “America’s Top Young Scientist” when she was just 11 years old! Following her head and her heart, Gitanjali inspires us to ask…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Ashley Graham
Ashley Graham is an American supermodel, designer, author, advocate, and entrepreneur. Ashley is a passionate voice for inclusivity, leveraging her platform to…
Rebel GirlsJosephine Baker Read by Ashley Graham
Once upon a time, there was a girl who became a dancer, a spy, and a civil rights activist. Her name was Josephine. One of the most sought-after performers in…
Rebel GirlsSOUNDSCAPE BONUS! Gentle Chimes
Reset, reflect, and relax, dear rebels, with these wooden chimes, tinkling bells, and atmospheric melodies. Listen to the whispers of the wind, and imagine…
Rebel GirlsSLEEPY BONUS! Robin Wall Kimmerer: Whispers of Sweetgrass and Moss
There once was a woman who heard the whispers that wafted through the fields of Sweetgrass. Her name was Robin Wall Kimmerer and she's the author and scientist…
Rebel GirlsHouda Loukili: A Role model for All
Houda Loukili is a champion in and out of the boxing ring. As a teen, she won the Dutch Youth Championship in kickboxing while proudly wearing her hijab. She…
Rebel GirlsBriana Sullivan and Cambyr Sullivan: Blazing a Trail Together
Briana Sullivan and her 13-year-old daughter Cambyr strike on an adventure across fourteen states on a mission to hike the Appalachian Trail. The duo braved…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Kristi Leskinen
Kristi Leskinen used to dream of getting big air. When she started freestyle skiing, there were very few other girls involved in the sport. So, she and her…
Rebel GirlsMikaela Shiffrin Read by Kristi Leskinen
Alpine skiing’s winningest athlete, Mikaela Shiffrin wears her two mottos on her helmet: "Always Be Faster Than the Boys" and "Be Nice. Think First. Have Fun."…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Julia Boorstin
Julia Boorstin is a journalist covering technology and media for CNBC, and she loves asking questions. She brought us stories about the awesome entrepreneurs-…
Rebel GirlsAwesome Entrepreneurs: Rihanna, Mikaila Ulmer, Anjali Sud, Aileen Lee
Rihanna, Aileen Lee, Mikaila Ulmer and Anjali Sud: these rebels followed their dreams to become successful leaders in business. They come from different…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Ariana Bravo
Ariana Bravo is a Formula 1 presenter, host, and HUGE fan of racing. She's a strong advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion and is an ambassador for Girls…
Rebel GirlsSusie Wolff Read by Ariana Bravo
Susie always loved to go fast. So when she had the chance to get behind the wheel of one of the fastest cars on earth - she took it. Now with Formula 1…
Rebel GirlsSOUNDSCAPE BONUS! Awesome Autumn
Ah, Fall! The leaves are changing, the weather is cooling off, and there is so much relaxing fun to be had. Join us for the sounds of a farmers market, bike…
Rebel GirlsSLEEPY BONUS! Nora Al Matrooshi: Aiming for the Moon
As a kid Nora fell in love with outer-space and knew that one day she wanted to visit the moon. This is the story of a girl who set her sights on the stars and…
Rebel GirlsManami Matsumae: The Music of Emotion
Manami Matsumae is a legendary Japanese video game composer who made the music for famous video games like Mega Man and Shovel Knight. Trained as a classical…
Rebel GirlsElection Special! Maria Teresa Kumar
María Teresa Kumar knew from the time she became a US citizen at the age of nine that she wanted to be involved in the democratic process. As CEO of Voto…
Rebel GirlsLauren Cascio: Create Without Fear
Lauren Cascio is a leading innovator in product design and technology. By following her heart and creating without fear of failure, Lauren challenges herself…
Rebel GirlsLeena and Bhakti Sharma: Five Oceans, Seven Seas
Growing up in the “City of Lakes,” Leena loved to swim, though it was uncommon for girls in India. Her daughter Bhakti loved swimming so much that she made a…
Rebel GirlsJill Campbell: Endless Possibilities
Jill Campbell is a designer, product manager, artist, engineer, and so much more. With her combined skills, Jill is leading the internet into its next…
Rebel GirlsGet to know Elena Favilli
Get to know Elena Favilli who read us the story of Alfonsina Strada! Elena is a writer, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Rebel Girls. Listen to Elena talk about…
Rebel GirlsAlfonsina Strada Read by Elena Favilli
Alfonsina Strada discovered cycling in the early 1900s when Italian women were supposed to be focused on home and family. She ignored the gossip and entered…
Rebel GirlsGet To Know Merritt Moore
Get to know physicist and ballet dancer Dr. Merritt Moore, who brought us the story of roboticist Yoky Matsuoka. Merritt tells us about creating her dual path…
Rebel GirlsYoky Matsuoka Read By Merritt Moore
When Yoky Matsuoka was growing up in Tokyo, Japan, in the 1980s, she dreamed of becoming a world-famous tennis player. But when repeated injuries dashed her…
Rebel GirlsSLEEPY BONUS! Kotchakorn Voraakhom: Ebb and Flow
Kotchakorn Voraakhom makes sure nature comes first. As a Thai landscape architect, she works with new realities like flooding and rising waters, using her…
Rebel GirlsLucy Kirk: Mission Possible
Lucy Kirk always dreamed of traveling the world. When she got hired as a CIA agent, she thought she had finally found a path to explore. But then each…
Rebel GirlsGet To Know Zainab Salbi
Get to know Zainab Salbi, founder of Women for Women International, who narrated the story of Malala Yousafzai. In this interview, Salbi tells us how she…
Rebel GirlsMalala Yousafzai Read By Zainab Salbi
Education and peace activist Malala Yousafzai became a household name because of her vocal activism around the education of girls in her hometown in Pakistan…
Rebel GirlsGet To Know D’atra “Dee Dee” Jackson
Get to know organizer, trainer, big sister, godmother of four, and National Director of BYP100, D’atra “Dee Dee” Jackson. D’atra tells us how her grandmother…
Rebel GirlsSojourner Truth Read By D'Atra "Dee Dee" Jackson
Once there was a girl whose powerful voice would inspire people to fight for equality. Her name was Isabella Baumfree, but we know her now as Sojourner Truth…
Rebel GirlsMahnoor: Keep Calm and Carry On
By being a part of the organization Football Beyond Borders, Mahnoor has learned to never give up. She carries this lesson with her, whether on the pitch, in…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Storm Large
Get to know Storm Large, the narrator for our incredible, colorful episode about Carmen Miranda! Storm (yup, that’s her real name!) is a singer, actor…
Rebel GirlsCarmen Miranda Read by Storm Large
Carmen Miranda lived her life to a beat that was all her own. The incredible singer, dancer and all around entertainer brought her colorful and creative spirit…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Sarah Thomas
Sarah Thomas is the co-founder of Kalamata’s Kitchen, where she brings together her lifelong passions for both food and books. Sarah encourages kids to be…
Rebel GirlsMayssa: The Space to Play
Mayssa wakes up excited to move, whether it’s through football, dance, or something completely new. She is a proud member of Team Go Girls, where she learns…
Rebel GirlsRobyn Sue Fisher Read by Sarah Thomas
Robyn Sue Fisher is the inventor and founder of Smitten® Ice Cream. She left a job with a big company to pull her ice cream wagon around San Francisco, making…
Rebel GirlsGet To Know Kealia Ohai
This season, we invited our credit readers to interview our storytellers. Today, you'll hear from Kealia Ohai who narrated the previous episode about Ashley…
Rebel GirlsJessica and Jennifer Gadirova: Inspiring Each Other Always
Jessica and Jennifer Gadirova are artistic gymnasts who are also twin sisters. They truly represent what it means to strive together, win together, fall…
Rebel GirlsAshley Fiolek read by Kealia Ohai
Once upon a time, there was a girl who became a motocross champion. Her name was Ashley Fiolek. While growing up, Ashley’s parents knew their daughter loved…
Rebel GirlsBeatrice Vio: Fencing Star
Bebe Vio's journey in fencing is a remarkable story of triumph over adversity, showcasing her incredible strength and determination. Her story is a powerful…
Rebel GirlsBGirl India: Breaking the Mold
BGirl India's journey in breakdancing is extraordinary, breaking barriers and setting new standards. Her story is an inspiring reminder that creativity…
Rebel GirlsKathrine Switzer: Finish the Race
Kathrine Switzer has always loved a challenge. In 1967, she decided to run the Boston Marathon, which was all men at the time. Though the race manager tried to…
Rebel GirlsDina Asher-Smith: Ready to Race
Dina Asher-Smith's speed and tenacity make her a standout athlete, but it's her journey of overcoming obstacles and pushing boundaries that truly inspires…
Rebel GirlsYusra Mardini's Story Read by Diana Nyad
Once, there was a girl who loved to swim. Her name was Yusra Mardini. She was born in Damascus, Syria, a country long gripped by war. When her home was…
Rebel GirlsSky Brown: Get Up and Skate
At such a young age, Sky Brown has already made a name for herself with her incredible skateboarding skills and fearless attitude. Sky's story is a testament…
Rebel GirlsRomane Dicko: A Strategic Athlete
Romane Dicko's incredible journey in judo is filled with passion, perseverance, and the pursuit of excellence. Her dedication to the sport and unwavering…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Brenna Huckaby
In this interview we get to know snowboarder and mom to two rebel girls, Brenna Huckaby, who read us the story of Anne Wafula Strike! Brenna talks about her…
Rebel GirlsAlexia Putellas: Persistence and Patience
Known for her exceptional skills and leadership, Alexia Putellas embodies the spirit of a true champion. Whether you're on the field or in your everyday life…
Rebel GirlsAnne Wafula Strike Read By Brenna Huckaby
In this episode we learn the incredible story of Anne Wafula Strike. Anne grew up in Kenya where an undiagnosed case of polio left her with limited movement in…
Rebel GirlsKeely Cat-Wells: A Letter on Inclusivity
We have a very special treat for you today: entrepreneur and disability rights activist Keely Cat-Wells, reading a personal piece that was published in our…
Rebel GirlsSOUNDSCAPE BONUS! The Magic of the Redwoods
Bask in the sounds of the forest, under the tallest trees on earth. These redwoods can live to be thousands of years old. What else lives among these giants?…
Rebel GirlsBetsy DeHont: Once Upon a Tomorrow
Betsy DeHont is a Senior Art Department Manager for Horizon Worlds at Meta. She believes that everyone can connect through storytelling and she’s thrilled to…
Rebel GirlsNina and the Mysterious Mailbox: Ch. 1
Rebel Girls has a brand new FICTIONAL book series! It’s called Secret Society of Rebel Girls: Nina and the Mysterious Mailbox! Nina is a typical middle…
Rebel GirlsTara Franz: The Power of Curiosity
Tara Franz is an innovative user experience researcher at Meta who is bringing authenticity to the Metaverse. By asking questions, and exploring all the…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Jordan Chiles
Jordan Chiles is a 23 year old Olympic gymnast with an incredible sense of style. In 2020, she represented the United States at the Tokyo Summer Olympic Games…
Rebel GirlsFlorence Griffith Joyner Read by Jordan Chiles
Flo Jo was never afraid to be who she was: fast. A runner all her life, Flo Jo went on to become the first American woman to win four medals in a single…
Rebel GirlsSLEEPY BONUS! Julia Butterfly Hill: Saving the Giants
Luna is a giant California redwood tree that’s over 1,000 years old. When loggers threatened to cut Luna down, Julia Butterfly Hill climbed 200 feet into…