Defund, Dismiss, Delete: Business Lessons from Forgotten Radicals

Dr. Eleanor Rust and Dr. Tristra Newyear YeagerProducers, Writers & Hosts of Frances Wright: America's Forgotten RadicalWomen have - and do - play significant roles in shaping history, yet their stories are often never recorded in the first place or simply erased. By answering the question "Frances who?" Eleanor and Tristra provide insights into how some women-owned businesses are also forgotten - if they were acknowledged at all. Tired of battling algos? Navigating the troubled waters of modern journalism?Let's redefine success and shed light on women while they're making history. Oyez! Oyez! Gather 'round as we discuss how:Historical narratives should include contributions from diverse folksErasure doesn't have to happen, if you identify its methods and sourcesEngaging with history can inspire contemporary movements for changeFrances Wright's legacy serves as a reminder of the ongoing fight for equalityStorytelling can amplify marginalized voices... NOWRemember: unlike Vegas, whatever happened in New Harmony shouldn't stay there.Connect with Eleanor & Tristra:Eleanor’s 19th-century history writingsTristra’s author website Links:Most of the obscure references made during this episode...CharonCassandraOrphic dressesNew Harmony, IndianaWorking Men's InstituteFirst-wave feminismDownright Gabbler cartoon of Frances WrightHegelian processBroadsidesKindness Tree MovementMDWST FableJosiah WarrenModern TimesCredits:Theme Music by Thorn HazeAdditional music by DirectToDreamsThe Dangers of Polka PSA Written by Joan Kanner Performed by Michelle Bond and Joan KannerMusic by Sonican; Alana JordanPodcast Cover Art: Lisa OryeProduced by Joan Kanner and Michelle BondFind more at proofingstage.comFollow us on Instagram and Threads @proofingstageJoin Proofing Stage+ to support us supporting you, AND access new bonus content in-between episodes!See Buzzsprout's Privacy Policy for listener privacy and read our disclaimer here.