Every weekday, listeners explore the trials, tragedies, and triumphs of groundbreaking women throughout history who have dramatically shaped the world around us. In each 5 minute episode, we’ll dive into the story behind one woman listeners may or may not know -- but definitely should. These diverse women from across space and time are grouped into easily accessible and engaging monthly themes like Leading Ladies, Activists, STEMinists,  Hometown Heroes, and many more. Encyclopedia Womannica is hosted by WMN co-founder and award-winning journalist Jenny Kaplan. The bite-sized episodes pack painstakingly researched content into fun, entertaining, and addictive daily adventures.

Encyclopedia Womannica was created by Liz Kaplan and Jenny Kaplan, executive produced by Jenny Kaplan, and produced by Liz Smith, Cinthia Pimentel, Grace Lynch, and Maddy Foley. Special thanks to Shira Atkins, Edie Allard, and Luisa Garbowit.

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Every weekday, listeners explore the trials, tragedies, and triumphs of groundbreaking women throughout history who have dramatically shaped the world around us. In each 5 minute episode, we’ll dive into the story behind one woman listeners may or may not know -- but definitely should. These diverse women from across space and time are grouped into easily accessible and engaging monthly themes like Leading Ladies, Activists, STEMinists,  Hometown Heroes, and many more. Encyclopedia Womannica is hosted by WMN co-founder and award-winning journalist Jenny Kaplan. The bite-sized episodes pack painstakingly researched content into fun, entertaining, and addictive daily adventures.Encyclopedia Womannica was created by Liz Kaplan and Jenny Kaplan, executive produced by Jenny Kaplan, and produced by Liz Smith, Cinthia Pimentel, Grace Lynch, and Maddy Foley. Special thanks to Shira Atkins, Edie Allard, and Luisa Garbowit.We are offering free ad space on Wonder Media Network shows to organizations working towards social justice. For more information, please email Jenny at <a href="mailto:jenny@wondermedianetwork.com">jenny@wondermedianetwork.com.</a>This episode of Encyclopedia Womannica is brought to you by <a href="https://wondermedianetwork.com/bonfire" target="_blank">Bonfire</a>. <a href="https://wondermedianetwork.com/bonfire" target="_blank">Bonfire</a> is the easiest way to design, sell, and order premium shirts, all virtually and risk free, with no out of pocket costs. It's easy for users to browse all of the custom shirts and apparel you’ve designed by creating an online store. They’re free to make and simple to tailor to your brand. Check out the new Wonder Media Network designs at <a href="https://wondermedianetwork.com/bonfire" target="_blank">wondermedianetwork.com/bonfire</a>.Follow Wonder Media Network:<ul><li><a href="https://wondermedianetwork.com/">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://instagram.com/wmn.media">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://twitter.com/wmnmedia">Twitter</a></li></ul>

Thinking back to our history classes growing up, we had one question: Where the ladies at? Enter, Womanica. In just 5 minutes a day, learn about different incredible women from throughout history. On Wonder Media Network’s award-winning podcast, we’re telling the stories of women you may or may not know — but definitely should. 

Thinking back to our history classes growing up, we had one question: Where the ladies at? Enter, Womanica. In just 5 minutes a day, learn about different incredible women from throughout history. On Wonder Media Network’s award-winning podcast, we’re telling the stories of women you may or may not know — but definitely should.

Womanica

Thinking back to our history classes growing up, we had one question: Where the ladies at? Enter, Womanica. In just 5 minutes a day, learn about different incredible women from throughout history who you may or may not know — but definitely should.

Thinking back to our history classes growing up, we had one question: Where the ladies at? Enter, Womanica. In just 5 minutes a day, learn about different incredible women from throughout history who you may or may not know — but definitely should.

Patricia Stephens Due (1939-2012) was an American Civil Rights activist who led the sit-in and jail-in movements and fought for a more just society even when faced with serious harm.

Activists: Patricia Stephens Due

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