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Think history is a boys club? Think again. In this podcast History Gap we are looking back to pull up the women throughout history that might have fallen through the cracks. Join (extremely) amateur history fans comedy writer Mollie Goodfellow and creator and producer Jorja McAndrew as they educate themselves on some of the cool women from the past that they didn’t learn about in history lessons - mostly because they weren’t listening. From Junko Tabei, incredible mountain climber, to Anne L ...
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In this episode Jorja and Mollie look at the life and sporting career of American Swimmer Gertrude Ederle. From multi gold medalist to being the first woman to swim the English Channel this is a story of grit and determination in a time period where women had to fight hard to even be in the pool.Av History Gap
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Alice Coachman was the first black woman in history to win a gold medal. Growing up in the deep south of America, Alice faced racism and segregation for her entire sporting career. This didn't stop her breaking records and setting a legacy for black athletes to come. Jorja and Mollie tell her story.Av History Gap
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In collaboration with the National Trust Podcast, join Jorja and Mollie as they dive into the ultimate girl gang - Fergusons Gang, a group of aristocratic women who used mystery and intrigue to help the National Trust save rural England. A story of fake names, bomb scares, and secret meeting places.Av History Gap
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This week on History Gap Mollie and Jorja look into the life and inspirations of Estee Lauder the make up and beauty tycoon. From rags to riches, chic rumours about her age, and daring adventures in the skincare world. The girls also explore the history of make up and beauty from ancient Egypt to the present day.…
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From teenage concubine to an Empress ruling China, this is episode is about to get a little bit Game of Thrones. Join Mollie and Jorja as they tell the story of Cixi and how she worked her way up the ranks of the Imperial Chinese Harem. To some she's a trailblazer that brought change to China, to others she's a cunning murderer. What will you think…
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History Gap is back with a new series and a new co-host. Join (extremely) amateur history fans comedy writer Mollie Goodfellow and creator and producer Jorja McAndrew as they educate themselves on some of the cool women from the past that they didn’t learn about in history lessons - mostly because they weren’t listening. From Junko Tabei, incredibl…
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