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Dorothy Hodgkin

Bonnie starts of Personal Change month with a chemist who won a Noble Prize. Joined by Leah, Katie and Klaire Lockheart. About The Gal’s Guide Podcast Join us on an adventure to get to know famous and infamous women from around the world. Each of our presenters has a pick. Is she ancient history? Is […]

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2025/2026 Writing Workshop

Takeaways Writers love our classes “The lessons and meditations sparked my creativity so much. The teachings were original.” “The atmosphere created was uplifting and wonderful.” “The meditation style was wonderful and brought a relaxing break to my week.” “Leah has a way of making a space so warm and encouraging. This class embraced a mantra […]

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Celia Cruz

Riwo finishes up Caribbean Month talking about the Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz. This colorful Cuban singer part of Tito Puente’s Orchestra and the only female in the Fanta All-Stars. Her story is full of Azucar (sugar) sweetness. She released 37 albums and has even more collabs including one with Wyclef Jean.  Originally aired Monday […]

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Annette Kellerman

Leah finishes up courage month talking about a rebel in a swimsuit. In an era where women were expected to be silent and modest, Annette Kellerman dove headfirst into controversy. She used her body as a tool of protest, a canvas for art, and a vehicle for change. She helped create the modern swimsuit by […]

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Camogie Uniform

Jackie continues courage month talking about the Camogie and its women’s uniform. Camogie is a sport similar to hurling. The uniform in the past has been a wool skirt and until 2025 a uncomfortable skort. When Kilkenny and Dublin teams protested and wore (gasp!) shorts, they were not allowed to play until they changed clothes. […]

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The History of Women Directing Horror Movies

Scroll down for video presentation +movie clips from Heidi’s presentation CHANGE IN TIME – 3:00pm Eastern Time. The event started live earlier so that Heidi – who is in Spain – isn’t coming to us live at 2am her time. Below is the recorded presentation. Join Gal’s Guide for a special event to learn about […]

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Mirabal Sisters

Katie continues courage month, talking about sisters. The Mirabal Sisters courageously defied the foul dictator, Rafael Trujillo, known as el Jefe. Patria, Minerva, and Maria Teresa are national heroines of the Dominican Republic and the sisters in the book In the Time of Butterflies written by Julia Alvarez. About The Gal’s Guide Podcast Join us […]

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Victoria Woodhull

Bonnie starts of courage month with a gal who was so courageous she ran for President of the United States before women even had the right to vote. Learn about the unique history of Victoria Woodhull, a woman who was certainly ahead of her time! About The Gal’s Guide Podcast Join us on an adventure […]

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Clara Breed

Riwo finishes up Freedom Month talking about a San Diego Public Librarian who stood up for Japanese-American children during World War 2 internments. Clara Breed sent books, letters, and support to young readers imprisoned in camps — protecting their right to read and reminding them they were not forgotten. About The Gal’s Guide Podcast Join […]

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SlutWalk

Katie continues Freedom Month, talking about SlutWalk – an international movement. SlutWalk were protests to stop people asking “what was she wearing” when discussing rape and sexual assault victims. A call to end slut-shamming as well as ending rape culture. About The Gal’s Guide Podcast Join us on an adventure to get to know famous […]