Today we are talking about a gal who went from picking cotton in Nutbush, TN to an icon on stage and screen. There were many hardships and if you haven’t heard her story get ready for a tale of a survivor with a soundtrack to go along with it. On episode #39 we’re talking the […]
It’s episode #1 of the new Gal’s Guide to the Galaxy Podcast and our host Lisa Leo and her musical gal pals have gathered to talk about the new articles on Gal’s Guide as well as playlists, music therapy and of course amazing female musicians from all musical genres. Ep1 Gal Pals: Dr. Leah Leach, […]
Today we are talking about a gal who picked up a guitar at 13, formed a band at 15 and at this moment is touring the country to audiences who love Rock n’ Roll. Today we’re going to talk about Godmother of Punk, the Queen of Rock and Roll, the life and legacy of your […]
Today we are talking about a gal who inspired Elvis, Johnny Cash, Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis and Bob Dylan. We’re talking about Gospel’s first superstar who shocked audiences with her electric guitar. Today we’re going to dig into the start of Rock and Roll and talk about the life and legacy of your gal, […]
We are turning up the volume on Gals Who Rock! Before we loosen our ponytails and head bang to our favorite female rockers lives, we’re going to let you know in this episode the three gals coming up, who was so close to making the list, and what we know before we go behind the […]
Your Gal Friday has started their Gals Who Rock block featuring the life and legacy of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Joan Jett and Tina Turner. Not familiar with these gals or need a refresher? We got you covered with amazing performances to get you rockin’. Sister Rosetta Tharpe Inventor of Rock n’ Roll. Joan Jett Godmother of […]
We’ve collected 31 songs that speak of self and female empowerment. One for each day of the month or 2 hours of awesomeness. Think of it as an empowerment mixtape from Gal’s Guide to the Galaxy. YouTube playlist included. Tell us your favorites using #galpoweredsongs on social media or comment below. Rachel Platten – Fight […]
The gals wrap up their coverage of the Real Life Gals of the Hamilton Musical with a special guest. The gals are joined by Jessica, a 12 year-old who is a Your Gal Friday listener, and Hamilton fan. The gals talk about what they learned, what they missed covering, as well as an interesting compare-and-contrast […]
Today we are talking about two gals named Theodosia Burr. Both gals received well-rounded education (uncommon for gals at the time) but also both grew up in single-parent homes. Their connection to a Aaron Burr certainly gives a complexity to their lives but as you’ll find out, they were pretty complex themselves.  We’ll do our […]
Today we are talking about the 1st, First Lady of the United States. A gal who widowed twice, spent 6 winters on battlefield camps, was a delight to everyone she entertained even though she wished for a private life. Today we’re going the life and legacy of your gal, Martha Washington. Learn about Martha in […]
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