FRIDA KAHLO, The Artist Who Turned Pain Into Power episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 22, 2026 · 33 MIN

FRIDA KAHLO, The Artist Who Turned Pain Into Power

from BadAss Women Throughout History · host Amy Aitken

SummaryIn the pilot episode of 'Badass Women Throughout History', Amy explores the life and legacy of Frida Kahlo, a revolutionary artist known for her powerful self-portraits and her tumultuous life. From her early struggles with polio and a life-altering bus accident to her passionate yet complicated marriage with Diego Rivera, Frida's story is one of resilience, creativity, and defiance. Amy delves into Frida's artistic journey, her personal tragedies, and her impact on feminism and art, ultimately celebrating her as a true badass woman in history.Sources“Frida” documentary directed by Carla Gutiérrezhttps://imagine-entertainment.com/documentary/frida/Chapters00:00 Introduction to Badass Women09:26 Frida's Pain and Artistic Expression18:28 Frida's Relationships and Personal Struggles28:48 Legacy of Frida KahloSocial MediaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/badasswomenthroughouthistoryWebsite:https://badasswomenthroughouthistory.comSubstack:https://badasswomenthroughouthistory.substack.com/

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Jan 22, 2026

Embed this episode

NOW PLAYING

FRIDA KAHLO, The Artist Who Turned Pain Into Power

0:00 33:27

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of BadAss Women Throughout History?

This episode is 33 minutes long.

When was this BadAss Women Throughout History episode published?

This episode was published on January 22, 2026.

Can I download this BadAss Women Throughout History episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!