The Untold Story of Betsy Cadwaladr: A Trailblazing Woman in History

This episode dives deep into the life of Betsy Cadwaladr, an adventurous Welsh woman whose captivating life story was brought to the stage by the Her Story Theatre Company. Founders Adele Corder and Claire Drewitt discuss their theater company's mission to elevate women's narratives through original plays, focusing on their current production 'Daughter of Bala.' The episode explores Betsy's incredible journeys, her clash with Florence Nightingale, and her unapologetic pursuit of justice and compassion. It also touches on Her Story's research process and their next project about Mary Frost. Adele and Claire share insights on bringing history to life, the struggles and rewards of working in period costumes, and the importance of giving voice to women's stories that have long been overlooked.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings
01:01 Meet Our Guests: Adele Corder and Claire Drewitt
01:52 The Story of Betsy Kader
02:31 Founding Her Story Theater Company
05:50 Betsy Kader's Adventures and Achievements
09:25 Betsy Kader vs. Florence Nightingale
14:33 Betsy's Determination and Journey to Crimea
16:43 Betsy's Early Life and Global Travels
20:03 Betsy's Strong Moral Compass
21:25 Adventures and Travels
22:08 Journey to the Crimea
22:47 Challenges of Historical Costumes
24:50 Betsy's Cleanliness and Self-Respect
27:03 Exploring Other Historical Women
29:53 Theatrical Production Insights
31:35 Audience Engagement and Reactions
34:18 Betsy's Legacy and Recognition
36:14 Upcoming Performances and Final Thoughts

Nona Gaprindashvili: The Chess Prodigy Who Fought Back

In this episode, the host discusses Nona Gaprindashvili vs Netflix, a Georgian chess prodigy who rose to prominence in the 1950s. Known for her aggressive playing style, she broke gender barriers by competing and winning against both women and men in the international chess arena. The episode covers her early influences, rigorous training under mentor Tigran Petrosian, and significant victories that earned her the titles of World Women's Chess Champion and Chess Grandmaster. The discussion further highlights the controversy surrounding Netflix's 'The Queen's Gambit,' which inaccurately portrayed her legacy and pitted her against fictional Beth Harmon, leading to a successful lawsuit by Gaprindashvili. The episode underscores the importance of protecting and celebrating women's achievements in male-dominated fields.

00:00 Introduction to 'Other Parents' by Sarah Stave
00:42 Nicole Kidman's Influence in Adaptations
02:15 Summer Heat and Casual Conversations
03:26 Introducing Nona Garrin Philly: The Real Chess Queen
04:48 Nona's Early Life and Chess Beginnings
10:13 The Rise of Nona in the Chess World
20:09 The Lengthy Chess Championship
21:13 Nona's Rise to Mastery
22:40 Soviet Dominance in Women's Chess
25:13 Breaking Barriers in Men's Tournaments
30:05 The Queen's Gambit Controversy
34:50 Nona's Fight for Recognition
36:09 Lessons from Nona's Legacy
38:17 Conclusion and Call to Action

In this update, Vicky announces a change in the release schedule for the 'She Changed History' podcast. Going forward, episodes will be released fortnightly to ensure high-quality storytelling about remarkable women whose stories are not widely known. The team is dedicated to delivering inspiring and exciting content that goes beyond mere recitation of facts, aiming to uplift and provide listeners with intriguing new facts to share. Thank you so much for your continued support and engagement. Please do suggest future episode topics through social media or email.