The Homance Chronicles

Rachel Carson is the trailblazing marine biologist and author whose groundbreaking work forever changed the way we understand our environment. Best known for her 1962 book Silent Spring, Carson expos…

Country music legend, Tanya Tucker, is an icon who still rocks the stage. From her breakout hit "Delta Dawn" at just 13 years old, to her enduring influence on country music, Tanya has paved the way …

C.Z. Guest was an American socialite, author, and fashion icon whose effortless style and grace defined an era. From her early beginnings in Boston to her rise as a muse to legendary fashion designer…

We dive into the remarkable stories of the first three women to receive patents in the United States, breaking new ground in their fields. We start with Hannah Wilkinson Slater, who in 1793 became th…

Hypatia was one of the most extraordinary figures of the ancient world. Born in Alexandria around 355 AD, Hypatia was a pioneering mathematician, astronomer, and philosopher who defied the constraint…

Who is Betty Crocker? A culinary icon, a trusted advisor, a brand name synonymous with home-cooked comfort—yet, Betty Crocker isn't a real person. In this episode, we unravel the fascinating story be…

Frida Kahlo was one of the most iconic and influential artists of the 20th century. From her tumultuous childhood in Mexico to her groundbreaking work that challenged conventions and captured the hum…

Janet Guthrie broke barriers in the male-dominated world of racing, becoming the first woman to qualify for both the Indianapolis 500 and the Daytona 500 in the 1970s. Her journey from aerospace engi…

We explore the life and impact of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a pioneering force in the fight for gender equality and a revered Supreme Court Justice. From her early days as a top law student facing gender …

Hélène de Pourtalès was a woman of many firsts who made history as the first female Olympic champion. An American who was born into European aristocracy, Hélène’s life was one of privilege, yet she d…

Florence Griffith Joyner, affectionately known as "Flo Jo," is widely regarded as the fastest woman of all time. Flo Jo dazzled the world not only with her record-breaking speed on the track but also…

Gloria Struck was a true pioneer in the world of motorcycling. Born in 1925, Gloria’s passion for motorcycles began at a time when women were rarely seen on two wheels. Over the decades, she defied s…

Mary Surratt is a woman whose name is forever entwined with one of America's most infamous events—the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. As the first woman executed by the U.S. government, M…

Sarmiza Bilcescu's determination to pursue higher education, and her groundbreaking achievement as the first woman in Europe to earn a law degree from the prestigious University of Paris. We'll discu…

Gayle Benson has left an indelible mark on the world of sports, business, and philanthropy. From her early beginnings to becoming the owner of the New Orleans Saints and the New Orleans Pelicans, Gay…

Saint Olga of Kiev, a woman whose journey from vengeance to sainthood is nothing short of legendary. Born into a time of turmoil and power struggles in the 10th century, Olga's story begins with a br…

Wilma Mankiller was the first woman to be elected as Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. We explore Wilma's early life and the challenges she faced growing up in a rural, economically disadvantag…

Born Josephine Esther Mentzer in 1908, Estée's journey from a modest upbringing in Queens, New York, to founding one of the world's most iconic beauty empires is nothing short of inspirational.

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Mary Anderson, the pioneering woman behind one of the most essential inventions in automotive history: the windshield wiper.

Journey with us back to the early 1900s, a time when driving was a perilou…

Helena Rubinstein was a trailblazing beauty magnate who transformed the cosmetics industry. Born in Kraków, Poland, in 1872, Helena's journey from a small European town to becoming a global beauty ic…