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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 GirlsGet to Know Lindsey Vonn
Today, you'll hear from Lindsey Vonn who narrated the previous episode about Simone Biles. If you haven't listened to that episode, now is a great time to go…
Rebel GirlsSimone Biles Read by Lindsey Vonn
Once upon a time, there was a girl who loved flipping, flying, and tumbling. Her name was Simone Biles. Simone is an Olympic champion gymnast and first-ever…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Confidently You
Asha and Jestine dive into all the mixed messages we get about body image and explore new ways to nurture and appreciate the bodies we have. This podcast is a…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Dance Like Nobody’s Watching
Asha and Jestine are getting ready for a big school dance. At least, that was the plan, until Jestine realizes that she loves how she feels when she’s dancing…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Tuning Into Yourself
Asha is experiencing changes in her body that make her self-conscious and frustrated. Dr. Diedrichs helps her recognize how we can honor, accept and nurture…
Rebel GirlsSarai Pahla: Worthy of Love
Dr. Sarai Pahla is a multilingual medical translator, doctor and advocate for autism. She encourages all of us to embrace our differences and commit to love…
Rebel GirlsKeisha Castle-Hughes Read by Jo Holley
Keisha Castle-Hughes is a young Māori actress who is excited to celebrate her heritage on and off-screen. She speaks out about protecting the earth and being…
Rebel GirlsJay-Ann Lopez: Creating Space to Shine
Jay-Ann Lopez believes that all people should feel recognized and respected. She is the Founder of Black Girl Gamers, co-Founder of Curlture, and a major…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Michelle Wie West
Michelle Wie West is a professional golfer from Honolulu, Hawaii. She became the youngest player to qualify for a USGA amateur championship when she was ten…
Rebel GirlsLPGA: Changing Professional Sports Read by Michelle Wie West
The Ladies Professional Golf Association was started in 1950 by a group of true Rebel Girls. By standing up for themselves and banding together, they changed…
Rebel GirlsRiley and John Peterson: Thinking Outside the Jewelry Box
Riley and John Petersen are the creative team behind the jewelry company, Gunner and Lux. They’re also a daughter-dad duo who love bright colors, unicorns, and…
Rebel GirlsQueen Lili'uokalani: The Last Queen of Hawai'i
Queen Lili’uokalani was known for her beautiful music and brave leadership. She ruled the Kingdom of Hawai'i during a difficult time. As American businessmen…
Rebel GirlsCorey and Coco Gauff: A Perfect Match
Coco and Corey Gauff are an incredible daughter-father team who redefine what it means to be a champion. They love, support, and win together as a family…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Poorna Jagannathan
Poorna Jagannathan brought us the story of Indian Olympic boxer and politician, Mary Kom. Poorna is an actress and the producer of "Nirbhaya" ('Fearless'), the…
Rebel GirlsMary Kom Read by Poorna Jagannathan
Once upon a time, there was a girl who grew up to be the most successful boxer in India’s history. Her name was Mary Kom. Mary was an energetic child who was…
Rebel GirlsGet To Know Ann Makosinski
Get to know inventor Ann Makosinki, who brought us the story of movie star Anna May Wong. Ann talks about how she became a young inventor, and how we can…
Rebel GirlsAnna May Wong Read By Ann Makosinski
Hailed as the first Asian American movie star, Anna May Wong’s groundbreaking career spanned from the silent film era to 1950s TV, when she starred in her own…
Rebel GirlsMarie Curie and Irene Joliot-Curie Read by Eve Rodsky
Marie Curie and Irène Joliot-Curie were brave pioneers in science who devoted their lives to helping others. A mother-daughter team with fierce curiosity and…
Rebel GirlsShane and Shaneyah Redstar: Singing and Having Fun
Shaneyah and Shane Redstar are an Indigenous daughter-father duo from the Cree tradition who spread joy and connectivity through music. This podcast is a…
Rebel GirlsGet To Know Andra Day
Meet the amazing soul, jazz and R&B singer, songwriter and performer, Andra Day. Andra read us the story of the child musical prodigy who grew up to wow…
Rebel GirlsHazel Scott Read By Andra Day
Today we meet the incredible jazz and classical pianist, Hazel Scott. Hazel was a musical prodigy as a child and started at The Juilliard School of Music when…
Rebel GirlsGet To Know Anita Hill
Get to know Anita Hill, professor and lawyer. She read us the story of civil rights icon Rosa Parks. Anita tells us what Mrs. Parks’ story means to her, and…
Rebel GirlsRosa Parks Read By Anita Hill
In December 1955, Mrs. Rosa Parks made history by standing up to unjust segregation laws in Montgomery, Alabama, when she refused to give up her seat on a bus…
Rebel GirlsQazi and Ghazal Farooqi: Motorbike Adventures
In Pakistan, most women don't ride motorbikes. But with her father Qazi's support, Ghazal Farooqi is changing the way people think about women bikers. Through…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Hayley Kiyoko
Meet Hayley Kiyoko, an American singer, songwriter, dancer and actress. Beginning dance lessons as a child, Kiyoko's interest in entertaining led to her…
Rebel GirlsLady Gaga Read by Hayley Kiyoko
Stefani Germanotta, also known as Lady Gaga, is a musician, artist, and activist who has used her voice to create a revolution of love. From teaching herself…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 16. Girls Helping Girls Period
Asha interviews Elise and Quinn Joy, co-executive directors of Girls Helping Girls Period and Jennifer Weiss-Wolf, Vice President at NYU Law’s Brennan Center…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 15. Expert Talk with Aline Topjian
Jestine interviews socio-emotional learning consultant, Aline Topjian! Hear Aline's thoughts on healthy habits and how to keep your cool when others are…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 14. Right In Our Own Backyard
Asha and Jestine share stories as a way to celebrate who and where we are in the world. This is episode 14 of our Growing Up Powerful miniseries! These are…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 13. Growing Up Powerful... Together!
Asha and Jestine lead a short mindfulness practice with empowering affirmations so you can see yourself as a positive force in the world. This is episode 13 of…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 12. Expert Talk with Beth Lucas
Jestine speaks to middle school counselor Beth Lucas about how we can create our own communities and why being connected is so important. This is episode 12 of…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 11. March Moveness
While Jestine participates in a dance-a-thon, Asha takes a trip around the world where we get to hear about cultures and community traditions that shape and…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 10. Hakuna Matata
Asha and Jestine share a short mindfulness practice to help you connect with people all over the world. This is episode 10 of our Growing Up Powerful…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 9. Expert Talk with Nona Willis Aronowitz
Jestine interviews author and relationship columnist at Teen Vogue Nona Willis Aronowitz on how we can get along with our families, and what the concept of…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 8. Biology and Banana Peels
Asha and Jestine team up with celebrated author and Teen Vogue columnist Nona Willis Aronowitz to chat with their neighbors on how they define family and what…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 7. Move Over, Milkdud!
Asha and Jestine lead us through a short mindfulness practice to help find space for yourself and your feelings. This is episode 7 of our Growing Up Powerful…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 6. Expert Talk with Dr. Nicole Sparks
Asha interviews Dr. Nicole Sparks about the importance of caring for our changing bodies. Hear how Dr. Sparks likes to exercise her body and unwind her mind…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 5. Go With the Flow
Asha and Jestine find themselves in a game show about how to be good to our changing bodies and appreciate everything they can do. This is episode 5 of our…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 4. Noodle Time
Asha and Jestine share a quick mindfulness practice to help calm and empower yourself. Are you ready to feel like a noodle? This is episode 4 of our Growing Up…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 3. Expert Talk! With Alexandra Vaccarro
Jestine interviews psychotherapist and yoga instructor, Alexandra Vaccaro! Hear Alex’s thoughts on therapy, keeping healthy boundaries for yourself, and what…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 2. A Meeting of Minds
Asha and Jestine learn how to be more compassionate with each other with the help of socio-emotional learning consultant, Aline Topjian. This is episode 2 of…
Rebel GirlsGrowing Up Powerful: Ep 1. Monster Tea
Join BFFs Asha and Jestine as they try to figure out this wild thing called life. On this episode, Jestine and Asha share a quick mindfulness practice to help…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know the Syncopated Ladies: Chloe and Maud Arnold
Get to know tap dancing sisters Chloe and Maud Arnold aka the Syncopated Ladies! They brought us the story of stuntwoman Sadiqua Bynum. Listen as they break…
Rebel GirlsSadiqua Bynum Read by the Syncopated Ladies
Sadiqua Bynum is a three-time All-American gymnast and one of the youngest and most successful African-American stuntwomen in film. With power and grace…
Rebel GirlsFahima Abdulrahman: Sharing her Vision
Fahima Abdulrahman is an avid learner and storyteller. After fleeing Somalia’s civil war, she struggled to read and write. But instead of giving up, she…
Rebel GirlsBessie Coleman: Queen of the Skies
Once upon a time, there was a girl who could fly a plane upside down, sideways, and in loop-de-loops. Her name was Bessie Coleman, and she was the very first…
Rebel GirlsEsmé Weijun Wang: Beyond Boundaries
Esmé Weijun Wang is a dazzling writer living within what she calls boundaries—limitations set by chronic illness and schizophrenia. Through her empathy, public…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Keely Cat-Wells
Keely Cat-Wells is an entrepreneur and disability rights advocate. Keely's activism helps people understand what it's like to live with a disability, and how…
Rebel GirlsBillie Eilish Read by Keely Cat-Wells
Billie Eilish is a Grammy-winning pop star with an airy, soulful voice. By communicating what is inside of her and sharing her music with the world, she…
Rebel GirlsGet To Know May Boeve
Today, you'll hear from May Boeve who narrated the previous episode about Katia Krafft. If you haven't listened to last week's episode, now is a good time to…
Rebel GirlsKatia Krafft Read By May Boeve
Once upon a time, a girl dreamed of sailing down a river of lava. Her name was Katia. Katia became fascinated with volcanoes when she first saw them on-screen…
Rebel GirlsMichelle Kwan: Fields of Gold
Michelle Kwan is a world-renowned figure skater who has redefined what it means to be a champion. Her grace and determination are brighter than any medal and…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Emily Calandrelli
Get to know Science communicator Emily Calandrelli. She is the host and co-executive producer of the hit Netflix series Emily’s Wonder Lab. In this episode…
Rebel GirlsMae Jemison Narrated by Emily Calandrelli
In this episode, a girl who dreamed of the stars, and launched herself into history. In 1992, Dr. Mae Jemison became the first Black woman to go into space…
Rebel GirlsAda Hegerberg: Changing the Game
Ada Hegerberg is world-famous for her powerful kicks, her joyful spirit, and her gritty determination. Ada has won trophy after trophy, but what she’s most…
Rebel GirlsAnn Makosinski: Tinkering with Light
Ann Makosinski was a born inventor. At 15, she found out that there was a growing energy crisis, so she used her creativity to invent a new kind of flashlight…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Jes Wolfe
Get to know Jes Wolfe, who read us the story of Geetha Murali! Jes is an adventurer, dog mom, and CEO of Rebel Girls. Hear about her favorite historical women…
Rebel GirlsGeetha Murali Read by Jes Wolfe
Dr. Geetha Murali wants everyone to be able to read and make informed decisions. Geetha leads Room to Read, an international nonprofit organization, because…
Rebel GirlsGet to Know Emily Harrington
Get to know Emily Harrington, who read us the story of Hilaree Nelson. Emily is professional rock climber, mountaineer, and sport climbing champion. Hear about…
Rebel GirlsHilaree Nelson Read by Emily Harrington
Hilaree Nelson was one of the most accomplished ski mountaineers ever. She made dozens of first descents from some of the highest peaks in the world and…