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by Rebel Girls · English · Kids & Family
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…
8 Oct 2026 · 9 min
Pearl Thusi narrated our story about former first lady, Michelle Obama. Thusi is a South African actress, model, television host, and radio personality. She plays the title character in Queen Sono, Netflix’s first African original series.
6 Oct 2026 · 21 min
Michelle always aimed high– and inspired others to do the same. When Michelle was a little girl living on the Southside of Chicago, her mother always told her, "If it can be done, you can do it." Actress Pearl Thusi reads her story.
2 Oct 2026 · 9 min
Breanna Stewart just dropped a 30-point, 10-rebound, 5-assist playoff game and is only the FOURTH player EVER to do so. The Liberty took down the top-seeded Lynx. And that's just the beginning of the women’s sports news this week… 🏆 Olivia Miles wins Rookie of the Year with ALL 74 votes! 👋 An emotional farewell to Nneka Ogwumike, the legend who changed the WNBA on AND off the court ⚾ Mo'ne Davis is BACK 12 years after her Little League history, she's a pro baseball CHAMPION ⚽ Ashley Sanchez ties the NWSL single-season goal record & earns a USWNT call-up! 🏒 The PWHL announces its first-ever…
1 Oct 2026 · 6 min
Get to know Cecile Richards, a national leader for women’s right and social and economic justice in this Rebel Girls Interview. Cecile brought us the story of Samantha Power who served as the U.S Ambassador to the United Nations. Here, Cecile tells us about the rebel women who inspired her growing up and why you should never wait to be asked! [This episode originally aired October 2020.]
29 Sep 2026 · 23 min
Once upon a time, there was a girl who told powerful stories, and helped solve world problems. Her name is Samantha Power. Samantha was born in Ireland and moved to the United States with her mom and brother when she was 9 years old. She was always interested in telling stories and explaining how the world worked so she became a journalist, first in sports and later as a war correspondent. But world events pushed her into a life of service to her adopted country. Samantha worked for President Barack Obama and eventually served as the U.S Ambassador to the United Nations. About the Narrator…
25 Sep 2026 · 9 min
Kelsey Mitchell is the new single-season scoring leader, Angel Reese hit 500 rebounds — a league FIRST — and that's only the beginning! This week on the Weekly Sports Show, Pepper's got the scoop on: 🏀 Records everywhere: A'ja Wilson, Olivia Miles, Paige Bueckers & Rhyne Howard all made history 🎟️ The Valkyries sold out 44 STRAIGHT games and the WNBA just passed 3.4 MILLION fans this season! 🗽 Lisa Leslie's statue "The First Lady" unveiled — capturing the first dunk in WNBA history 🏄♀️ 19-year-old Erin Brooks won her THIRD straight surf title — the first to do it in one season since 2008!…
24 Sep 2026 · 11 min
Meet Maya2960, a social media activist and political commentator, brought us the story of Shirley Chisholm, the first black woman to be elected to the United States Congress. Listen in as Maya shares the ups and downs of using her voice to influence social and political change. [This episode originally aired September 2021.]
22 Sep 2026 · 22 min
Born in New York City in 1924, Shirley Chisholm was the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress, and in 1972, she became the first Black woman from a major political party to run for President. As an outspoken politician, educator, and activist, Chisholm fought for gender and racial equality, better wages for workers, and a more equal and just world. In 2015, she was posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama, who echoed the words Chisholm herself said she wanted to be remembered by: “Shirley Chisholm had guts.” [This episode originally…
18 Sep 2026 · 8 min
BREANNA STEWART JUST. KEEPS. WINNING. Four World Cup golds. Three WNBA titles. Three Olympic golds. And she's NEVER lost a game in the NCAA tournament, Olympics, or World Cup?! And that's just the beginning... 🎾 Elena Rybakina wins her first US Open title AND takes the No. 1 ranking! 🏀 Jackie Young is the ONLY player ever to win at every level — high school, NCAA, WNBA, World Cup AND two kinds of Olympic gold 👗 Simone Biles, Jordan Chiles, Suni Lee & the Williams sisters take over New York Fashion Week! Plus, dogsledder and adventurer Blair Braverman shares how she stays true to herself in…
17 Sep 2026 · 4 min
This season, we invited our credit readers to interview our storytellers. Today, you'll hear from Justina Machado who narrated the previous episode about Celia Cruz. If you haven't listened to last week's episode, now is a good time to go back and check it out! Machado reveals the way she cultivated her personal style as well as how she finds hope in the current political climate. [This episode originally aired June 2019.] About Machado: A talented and versatile actress, Justina Machado continues to endear audiences and earn critical acclaim with each new role. Machado can currently be seen…
15 Sep 2026 · 20 min
Once upon a time, a girl learned to sing before she could talk. Her name was Celia. She began singing to her siblings and cousins at bedtime, but a voice like that needed to be shared. Everywhere she went, she sang. She sang when she was in pain and she sang when she felt incredible joy—shouting an exuberant “¡Azúcar!” to her adoring fans. In glittering gowns and extravagant, ruffled ensembles, Celia filled the airwaves with her unique sound. Her talent earned her the name “The Queen of Salsa” as she spread Cuban music throughout the world. [This episode originally launched August 2020.]…
11 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Jordan Chiles announces her LA 2028 comeback with Michael Jordan, USA Basketball's win streak hits 33, tennis star Alex Eala shines, NWSL history is made, US Open fashion, and a pep talk from bikepacker Tegan Phillips. Play Rebel, Stay Rebel!
10 Sep 2026 · 11 min
She traded in one career for a rolling pin and never looked back. Meet Hetal Vasavada, cookbook author and the creative force behind Milk & Cardamom. In this episode of Get to Know a Rebel, we sit down with Hetal for real talk about baking disasters, finding your path, and what it actually takes to build a career doing what you love. In this episode: 🍪 Hetal's #1 tip for fixing cookie fails (hint: it involves a kitchen scale!) ⚖️ Why baking is really just science in disguise 🌶️ Her advice for any girl who dreams of becoming a chef Hetal is featured in the new Rebel Girls cookbook, Family…
8 Sep 2026 · 18 min
Once, there was a girl who put a man on the Moon. Her name was Margaret Hamilton. When she was young, girls didn't study computers. But Margaret was curious about space, and she was smart. Really smart. She never thought twice about being the only woman in the room. With her cool-headedness and brilliant programming skills, she was able to avert disaster and maneuver the first successful American moon landing, Apollo 11. [This episode originally launched March 2018.] Poorna Jagannathan is an actress and the producer of "Nirbhaya" ('Fearless'), the critically-acclaimed play written and…
5 Sep 2026 · 10 min
This is episode 2 of Stronger than Ever, a show about big dreams, unexpected obstacles and the rise to becoming the strongest version of yourself. Ashley Hatch is a forward for the Washington Spirit. She’s an NWSL champion, the 2017 NWSL Rookie of the Year and the 2021 NWSL Golden Boot winner. She’s one of the league’s most prolific goal scorers ever, with 59 career goals. But her story goes far beyond the stats. In this interview, Ashley opens up about one of the toughest moments of her career, being the final cut from the 2023 USWNT World Cup roster, and how she found her way back to…
5 Sep 2026 · 10 min
This is episode 6 of Stronger than Ever, a show about big dreams, unexpected obstacles and the rise to becoming the strongest version of yourself. Four-time Olympic medalist Jordan Larson is the most decorated American indoor volleyball player ever. When her professional career was just getting started, her mother received a devastating diagnosis. On her journey to the top of the volleyball world, Jordan also learned how to overcome her grief and balance life and volleyball without her mom. That path made her Stronger than Ever. Play Rebel ⚡ Stay Rebel
5 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Before Julia Donlin was a beach volleyball All-American and two-time collegiate national champion, she was navigating the effects of multiple concussions suffered while playing indoor volleyball. Her comeback didn’t just take her to a new court, but on a journey to find herself and what’s truly important. A hopeful for LA28, Julia is now stronger than ever. Play Rebel ⚡ Stay Rebel
5 Sep 2026 · 10 min
This is episode 5 of Stronger than Ever, a show about big dreams, unexpected obstacles and the rise to becoming the strongest version of yourself. Holly Aitchison is one of the best women’s rugby players in the world, starting at fly-half for the England national team. But that’s only part of her story. Throughout her adolescence, she battled acne. That journey reshaped and redefined her confidence, but left her stronger than ever, and starring at the Rugby World Cup and Six Nations for her country. Play Rebel ⚡ Stay Rebel
5 Sep 2026 · 11 min
This is episode 7 of Stronger than Ever, a show about big dreams, unexpected obstacles and the rise to becoming the strongest version of yourself. Before basketball became Faatimah A's profession, it was her escape; giving her control and a path forward while spending her middle school years in a shelter as a young Muslim girl in a post-9/11 world. That journey has made her Stronger than Ever. Today, she is shaping the next generation of basketball players as a member of the Jamaican National Team, and the founder of the Women’s Premier Basketball Association. Play Rebel ⚡ Stay Rebel
5 Sep 2026 · 10 min
Introducing Stronger than Ever, a show about big dreams, unexpected obstacles and the rise to becoming the strongest version of yourself. Jordan Chiles is a three-time Olympic medalist, a world champion, and one of Team USA’s most electrifying gymnasts. She closed out her career at UCLA as a 16-time All-American, NCAA Champion, and a New York Times best-selling author, but she’s so much more than that. In the debut episode of Stronger than Ever, Jordan opens up about who she is beyond the sport. From prioritizing her mental health to redefining what strength really means, she shares what…
5 Sep 2026 · 10 min
This is episode 4 of Stronger than Ever, a show about big dreams, unexpected obstacles and the rise to becoming the strongest version of yourself. On May 9, 2025, Savy King collapsed on the pitch during an NWSL match. When she woke up in the hospital, her first question was if she’d ever play soccer again. 310 days later, after open heart surgery, she was back on the field for Angel City FC. She returned stronger than ever, on and off pitch. She details how she came back physically, what she learned mentally and her new outlook and perspective on life. Play Rebel ⚡ Stay Rebel
5 Sep 2026 · 1 min
For this mini-series, we sat down with seven athletes across different sports to not only hear their stories of real resilience, but to give them space to tell those stories in their own way. From coming back from an injury to rising through grief, each athlete found her way back to confidence and self-worth. And in doing that, they showed us what it truly means to be a Rebel Girl, staying true to themselves through everything that life threw at them. Season One is live on the Rebel Girls podcast and YouTube channel so go check it out. And don't forget to stay tuned for Season Two coming…
4 Sep 2026 · 9 min
Masai Russell didn't just break the 100m hurdles world record — she became the first woman since 1988 to hold the record AND Olympic gold at the same time! 🏃♀️🥇 And the week only gets bigger from there... This week on the Weekly Sports Show, Pepper's got the scoop on:🎾 Naomi Osaka's US Open tribute to Allen Iverson — styled by the legendary Law Roach!🏐 Nebraska volleyball won in front of almost 40,000 fans at the Cowboys' stadium🎬 The girl who played Serena's movie double in King Richard just made her US Open debut FOR REAL🏀 The WNBA playoff field is SET + the FIBA World Cup starts this…
3 Sep 2026 · 4 min
This season, we invited kids to interview our storytellers. Today, you'll hear from Yuan Yuan Tan who narrated the previous episode about Alicia Alonso. If you haven't yet listened to last week's episode, now is a great time to go back and check it out. About Yuan Yuan : Yuan Yuan Tan is a Principal dancer with the famous San Francisco Ballet, celebrating her record-breaking 25th anniversary in this 2020 season. Born in Shanghai, Yuan Yuan began dancing when she was 11 years old and went on to become the youngest principal dancer in the history of the San Francisco Ballet. She also continues…
S3 · E11 · 1 Sep 2026 · 28 min
Once upon a time, there was a Cuban ballerina who was blind. Her name was Alicia. As a little girl, Alicia was a naturally talented dancer. She spent her days filled with hours and hours of practice. She became one of the best dancers in the world. Then when she was 19, a medical condition caused her to lose her ability to see but that did not stop Alicia. She continued to dance and choreograph. She even started her own dance company which became the National Dance Company of Cuba. [This episode originally aired May 2020.] About the Narrator: Yuan Yuan Tan is a Principal dancer with the…
28 Aug 2026 · 9 min
Kinley Rasmus just pitched SIX shutout innings and struck out 8 and she's only one of TWO girls competing this year! ⚾🔥 This week on the Weekly Sports Show, Pepper's got the scoop on: 🎾 Serena Williams is BACK at the US Open, teaming up with Carlos Alcaraz in mixed doubles at the US Open 🏆 Coco Gauff wins her second Cincy Women's Open title 🏀 THREE WNBA records fall: Alyssa Thomas, Kelsey Mitchell & Angel Reese are unstoppable 👟 Billie Jean King's legendary 1973 blue shoes are BACK And so much more! Plus, Bay FC founding owner Leslie Osborne shares her wisdom on handling tough moments in…
27 Aug 2026 · 10 min
Rie has always been around food, ever since she was a little girl growing up in her grandma's coffee shop in Japan. As she got older, she tried out different jobs in the industry– from food styling to culinary school to cookbook writing! Listen to hear how it's never too late to follow your dreams.
26 Aug 2026 · 10 min
Meet Refilwe Ledwaba, a helicopter and fixed-wing pilot, a flight instructor, an advocate for women's rights and a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation goalkeeper who made history by becoming the first black female pilot to fly for the police service in South Africa. [This episode originally aired September 2021].
S5 · E46 · 25 Aug 2026 · 20 min
Once upon a time, there was a girl who soared and swooped through the sky. Her name is Thokozile Muwamba. In 2017, at age 24, Thokozile Muwamba broke barriers by becoming Zambia’s first female fighter pilot. Today, she continues to soar through the sky and is also an outspoken advocate against cyberbullying. [This episode originally aired September 2021]. About the Narrator Refilwe Ledwaba is a social entrepreneur, an advocate of girl’s education especially Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics (STEAM) education. She spent 10 years in the South African Police Services (SAPS) as…
21 Aug 2026 · 8 min
Lani Pallister just made swimming HISTORY! Plus: Diana Taurasi's jersey retirement, Sam Kerr's history-making goal & Ilona Maher squatting how much weight?! New eps every Friday with all the news in women's sports. Play Rebel ⚡ Stay Rebel
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…
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