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Well Behaved Women
by Lauren Schill
A new podcast about old ladies who were not, in fact, well behaved. Each week, Lauren will teach Hannah and B about a new revolutionary femme, so join them on their journey to knowledge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Ep. 84 - Lizzie's Final Act - Elizabeth 1 Part 3
Oh HellooOOOOoooo! We have FINALLY come to the finale of Elizabeth Tudor, The Virgin Queen of England. In this episode... Mary Queen of Scots becomes a problem for Liz, Many suitors have been waiting in the wings for decades, Liz faces off with the Spanish Armada, and her favorite Boy Toy gets...
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Ep. 83 - Queen Elizabeth the First (Part 2)- From "Treasonous Plotter" to Queen of England
Oh HEEELLOOOOOOOOO! This week - Liz is still under house arrest by her sister from last episode, but big things are in store for her once her sister dies childless. Now, Elizabeth has to unite a fractured nation, deal with tons of councilmen badgering her to get married, and deal with a jilted...
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The Crownening S2 E4 - Beryl
It's finally here! We've been waiting for this episode since the beginning! This week is a Margaret-heavy one, and we're here for it! Margaret gets engaged, then un-engaged, then goes to a party and meets an interesting new man. Not to mention, her new birthday portrait makes a real splash! Get...
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Ep. 82 - Elizabeth The First: The Early & Traumatic Years
Alright, it took us 3 tries to get this epoisode recorded. A few major news stories broke out during that time, and everything feels like it's on fire. So, what better time to talk about the Virgin Queen? We're starting with Elizabeth's early years; her mother's beheading, being disinherited at…
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The Crownening S2 E3 - "Lisbon"
Oh HELLLOOOOO!!! Haven't done that in a while! This week: Liz and Philip put on a show for the public, while battling it out behind closed doors. Phil's bestie, Mike, has his hands full with the news of his divorce breaking world-wide! And we have a special appearance from our favorite…
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Ep. 81 - Onna No! It's a Demon!
Happy Spooky Week! We are a week away from Halloween and we had to shout out some spooky ladies from a world away. We are focusing on some of the women who appear in Japanese folk-lore! 3 spooky tales in one episode, let's GOOO! FOLLOW THE SOCIALS instagram:...
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The Crownening S2 E2 - A Company of Men
The boys are up to no good on a world tour! Philip and his Bestie, Mike, get tongues wagging when someone starts spilling tea... Liz is waiting to hear from Philip while her Prime Minister is also up to no good, with world-wide consequences. And we stan women supporting women with crappy…
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Ep. 80 - Queen Mary 1 (Pt 3): The Bloody Part of "Bloody Mary"
When you were a kid, did you every try to evoke the legend of Bloody Mary? Standing in a dark bathroom, you say her name 3 times, turn around, and she'll be right in the mirror to cause a heart attack. Ring a bell? Well .... what if we told you that one of Bloody Mary's inspiration is our own…
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The Crownening S2 Ep1 - Misadventures
Season 2 Premiere!!!! We're back at the palace, ready to read subtle cues and listen to the men in mustaches. To begin this season, we're treated to a flashforward of a tense discussion between Philip and Liz, and the happier times that preceded it. Eden is facing some issues in the Middle East,...
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Ep. 79 - Queen Mary 1st (Pt. 2) - New Queen, Who Dis?
Alright everyone, it's time to don your corsets and take your weekly bath, we're heading back to Tudor England! When we last left Mary, her father had passed and a there was a new King in Town - her MUCH younger brother and godson, and faith-rival, Edward (the 6th). A boy king on the throne, what...
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Ep. 78 - Queen Mary 1st (Pt. 1): Mary, Mary, Not Contrary (Yet...)
Get your boots, a toothbrush and your cloak, we're going to Tudor England! We're so excited to dive into the childhood of Queen Mary the First of England, a.k.a. "Bloody Mary". But was she always so "bloody"? From being an acomplished little princess, to childhood engagements, and then to finding...
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Ep. 77 - Mata Hari Part 2: A "Spy-Whore's" Fate
Welcome back, settle in, because we're continuing with Part 2 of Mata Hari! Last week, we ended on Mata Hari taking Paris by storm and the critics were raving about her. This week, we learn what happened in world politics, how two nations vied for her intel, and how her hips weren't technically...
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Ep. 76 - Mata Hari Part 1: The Spoiled Beginnings of Margaretha Zelle
oh HELOOOOOOOOO! We're back and we are so so happy :) Even better, we're kicking back off on a hot hot HOT note, with a trip to our favorite location of late, FRANCE! Have you ever heard of Mata Hari? Well, if you were in Paris in the early 1900s, then you DEFINITELY have heard of this cunning...
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Monday Minisode: New Candidate, Who Dis?
Surprise! This is coming a week late so everyone has heard the news, but the US political world got a flippity doo dah last week. So Lauren and Hannah sit down for a few minutes and talk about an influential female figure in our present, Vice President and Presidential candidate, Kamala Harris....
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Ep. 75 - Hypatia and the Philosophers Robes
Let's take it back. WAAAY back. Back to Ancient Alexandria (Egypt) where we meet Hypatia, only daughter and child of Theon. And they were the definition of a healthy Father-Daughter Philosophical Mathematics duo! Why is she important? Ohhhh, just by being a beauty! A SMART beauty, who rose the...
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Ep. 74 - La Saponaficatrice di Correggio: Leonarda Cianculi Part 2
Sooooooooo..... Don't buy Soap from Leonarda. I don't care what she offers you.. It's not morally good soap, and honestly how much can human soap really clean? TRIGGER WARNING FOR THE ENTIRE EPISODE: This episode contains themes of violence, cannibalism, and other horrifying acts. IF this is not...
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Ep. 73 - Leonarda Cianciulli: Cruel Curses Club
Sooo, you know how we LOVE a good feminine rage story - this isn't it. This is more of the drug-less "Breaking Bad" vibes. We're talking about Leonarda Cianciulli - The Soapmaker of Correggio (Italy). She's not a simple DIY pro - we're dealing with a full blown serial killer! This week we're...
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Ep. 72 - A Widow's Revenge: Jeanne de Clisson Part 2
OOOOOOOOHHHHH! This is a good one! All our revenge girlies, rise up! Jeanne de Clisson is leading the charge to avenge her husband, her lands, her monies, and traumatizing her sons in the process. But it's fine, it's FIIIIINE. Everything is FINE! Hannah is just getting all excited by the…
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Ep. 71 - The Jeanne Britches War: Jeanne de Clisson part 1
Hey, so do any of you remember the 100 Years War? The one in France? That occurred over 3 DISTINCT PERIODS? We do! And we're back, except this time we meet up with a different Jeanne (familiar?) who is at the beginning of the war this time! Jeanne de Clisson (another Jeanne!) doesn't hear angels...
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Ep. 70 - Mama Afrika: Miriam Makeba Part 2
We're back for Part 2 of Miriam Makeb's story! Exiled from her country for ... literally just singing and being an icon/beacon for hope. Separated from her daughter, too. Rude. Let's learn how Miriam maintained hope and spread the word about it through song. image credits:...
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The Crownening S1 E10 - “Gloriana”
This is it - The season 1 finale!!!! The Queen, Liz, is faced with the ultimate challenge as Peter Townsend arrives back in town and reunites with Margaret. Phillip struggles with the new mission assigned to him. Where does this these our royal family? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
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Ep. 69 - You-Brought-This-On-Yourself Makeba Pt 1: Miriam's Meek Beginnings
Warning - we discuss Aparthied in South Africa and the horrendous acts committed during this time. we're getting introduced to a vibrant, soulful powerhouse - Miriam Makeba!!! Songstress, activist, and all-around amazing human. From her unusual name (hint, not "Miriam" but another of her names),...
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The Crownening S1 Ep9 - Assassins
It's the Penultimate episode of Season 1!!! This week, Winston is getting honored with an official portrait for his 80th birthday! Liz and Margaret navigate a tricky sister situation, Philip is given his own mission on behalf of the royal family, and Margaret gets excited for Peter's return! Lots...
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Ep. 68 - Diggin’ Up Them Holes: Hell's Belle Pt 2
Ooooooh boy, Belle is on a rampage now! Our main character is luring in lonely men through the want ads, or old-timey "online dating" for the kids today. She advertised herself as a snack, a catch, hard to ignore. However, her motives were so so so much darker. Than anyone would have guessed.…
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The Crownening - S1 Ep8 - “Pride & Joy”
Tensions heat up this week between the sisters, Margaret vs. Lizzie! The Queen has a trip to go on and she leaves the Queenly duties to Margaret while she's away, can she trust Margaret to do it well? Meanwhile, Cookie scouts real estate in Scotland! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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Ep. 67 - Under the Gunness: Hell's Belle Part 1
Today we start a WILD two-parter on what can essentially breakdown to "missed connections gone horribly wrong - for the men". Belle Guinness is our topic today, a serial killer of the female persuasion. Originally from Norway, Belle emigrated to the US and began "operating " in Chicago, falling…
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The Crownening S1 Ep7 - “Scientia Potenta Est” Pt 2
We're sipping hot Hot tea this week as the the health of the PM is made know to Liz, and SHE'S PISSED! How does a Queen handle such things? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep. 66 - I Love it When They Call Me Lil Ruth-y: RBG Part 2
It's time for a promotion!!! It's Judge RBG now. This week, we're covering Ruth's time as a judge, her dedication to the nation as a whole, and her nomination/confirmation to the US Supreme Court. Thats when began her journey from icon to absolute legend! Image credits: Wikipedia commons. Link:...
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The Crownening S1 Ep7 - “Scientia Potentia Est” Part 1
In this week's episode of The Crownening, Hannah and Lauren have so much to cover it went into two parts! This first half covers the Crown episode 7 until about the halfway point, when HM Lizzie meets Professor Hogg for the first time. Spoilers, obviously. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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Ep. 65 - "If you don't know, now you know..." RBG PT 1
THE Notorious R.B.G.!!!!! The legendary Supreme Court Justice is our topic today, one that we are extremely excited to dive into. This week we're starting at the very beginning, when Ruth was born and diving into her education and early career as a lawyer. But be warned, we'll be ringing the...
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The Crownening S1 E6 - "Gelignite"
Oh Hellooooo, darlings. It's a spicy one this week: Margaret has an important question to ask Lizzie We define the title of the episode Fluff is sexy Cookie is at her peak "cookie-ness" trying to hide a scandal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep. 64 - Joanie Arc and the Trial of the Century
Uh oh, guys ... Jeannie's in the clink! Our favorite holy morale booster has been deemed a CRIMINAL and BLASPHEMOUS! She is purchased by the English and held on trial, with death as the penalty. Her Crimes? Wearing pants, acting upon DEMONIC (?) visions, and refusing to be judged by plain old…
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The Crownening S1 E5 - Smoke and Mirrors
Chip Chip Cheerio and Hello everyone! It's time for our next installment of royal drama that isn't going on right now! This week we see Elizabeth getting ready to officially be crowned "Queen" and she names Philip as the Board director or something of the whole affair. WELL, the men in suits with...
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Ep. 63 - Heeeeeere's Jeannie! Jeanne D'Arc Part Deux
Hello, Hello, Hello! Welcome pack for Part 2 of Jeanne D'Arc. When we join Jeanne this week she is leading the Dauphin, Charles (Heir to throne of France), on a road trip to get crowned. But, Jeanne was held to EXTREMELY high expectations and sometimes, she fell a bit short. Now what's a girl…
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The Crownening S1 E4 - "Act of God"
*Mrs. Doubtfire voice* Oh hellOOOOOoooo! Queen Lizzie's reign starts to heat up when a special fog rolls into London Town, and it causes CHAOS. No one can see (or breathe) a damned thing. Everyone is looking to Winston Churchill to solve the problem, but what is he worried about? Phillip flying!…
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Ep. 62 - I Dream of Jeannie Pt 1
Welcome to part 1 of the Life and Times of Jeanne D'Arc, or as we in the States know her, Joan of Arc! This is one of the legendary ones, and for good reasons. In this episode we tackle a looong and inappropriately named war (in 3 distinct segments), bodies bodies everywhere, and one simple girl...
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The Crownening S1 Ep3 - "Windsor"
Oh helloooo! We are on episode 3 of the first season of Netflix's "The Crown". This week, it's the big day and boy did this episode deliver! Elizabeth tackles verbiage in her wedding vows, Winston Churchill mulls over the King's health condition, the King tries to cover his health issues with...
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Ep. 61 - Titty Talkin! The Mammaries of Anarchy
You know them, you love them (probably), they're BREASTS! Today, the topic is mammories, boobs, breasts, titties, or any other name you know them by. They're everywhere, come in all shapes and sizes and nearly half the world has them, but how much do you really know about them? Lauren helps us by...
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The Crownening S1 Ep2 - "Hyde Park Corner"
In the second episode of Season 1 of Netflix's "The Crown", Lauren and Hannah plan a safari a-la Elizabeth and Phillip, Princess Elizabeth gets knews she wasn't expecting, Winston Churchill is holding a briefing in the tub, and all the while, Hannah can't take her eyes off of Matt Smith (who…
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Ep. 60 - DJ Mariposa and Las Hermanas Mirabal
This week, Lauren and Hannah explore the crazy world of mid-century Dominican Republic and what type of power a dictator can truly wield over one family. Join them as they learn about the Mirabal sisters Patria, Dede, Minerva, and Maria Teresa. Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88xR6Y_8tjM...
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The Crownening S1 Ep1 - "Wolferton Splash"
Sorry we're late this week, but Happy Saturday! We're trying something new this year, and we're so excited to share it with you (finally)! Lauren and Hannah both love Netflix's The Crown (centering on the reign of Queen Elizabeth II), looking back on how this woman took on the insurmountable role...
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Ep. 59 - Red Lanterns Rising
We've got some mythic warrior maidens today! We're taking it back to 1900 in China, during a time of uprising - the Boxer Uprising. We're talking about The Red Lanterns, an elite group of women trained to fight AND were rumored heavily to have SUPERNATURAL ABILITIES! Keep in mind, the girls in…
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Ep. 58 - Roxy-oxy-Oxenfree!!! - Roxelena, Hurrem Sultana
She started from the bottom, now she here! Lauren has the tea this week on a woman who went from a tragically kidnapped/enslaved child to the Chief Consort and Legal Wife of the Ottoman Sultan, Suleiman the Magnificent! That's quite the upgrade, how'd she pull it off? Listen in to find out! Image...
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Ep. 57 - Hatchetation Nation - Carrie A. Nation
It's a fun one this week! Lauren regails us with the determination of one woman to "save America" from the drink. That's right! This week, we are covering Carrie A. Nation, a woman known for her dedication to Prohibition and her unusually violent methods in doing so. While today we may not agree...
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Ep. 56 - Ida B. Writin'
It's the second act in our two-part series on Ida B. Wells. This week, host Lauren tells us how Ida took her rage and bravery, and turned it into written action! We explore the pamphlets Ida published and how she became the #1 Truth-Teller of the 20th Century. We also wanted to shine a light on…
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Ep.55 - Ida B Ragin'
Hey, friends! This week, Lauren brings us the life and times of one Ida B. Wells! Picture this, you're a young black girl born into slavery in the 1860's in Mississippi. Childhood is tragedy after tragedy, and you're separated from your family at a young age by being sold off. Then, after you're...
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Ep. 54 - Marsha P. Johnson - She Had The Stones For Stonewall
This week, B is out of the office so Lauren has prepared a re-telling of an early episode for Hannah - Marsha P. Johnson and her incredible impact on American life today. We delve into their childhood, how they discovered "Marsha" and, of course, how Marsha impacted the historic event in American...
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Ep. 53 - Caution: Hazzardous Materials - "Dr." Linda Hazzard
Join Lauren and B this week as they talk about "Dr." Linda Hazzard, dietician, enema queen, and serial murderer? ** Trigger Warning ** This episode will include discussions of starvation, abuse and death. Listeners, please be advised. Wondering how to contact us? You can find us below! Facebook:...
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Ep. 52 - Saint-ish Christina Alexandra
Lauren continues to tell B and Hannah about the crazy life of Queen Christina of Sweden. She takes quite a few trips, dodges a few Popes, gets invited to Rome by some other Popes, and continues to live lavishly off her friends. Wait until we tell you where she got buried!!!! (Hint: it is, like…
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Ep.51 - Dommy Mommies for Queen Christina
This week the pod lab explores the first, and incredibly busy, half of the life of Christina, Queen of Sweden. Join as we discuss hairy babies, buffoonery, romantic necrophilia, and how many mommies it actually takes to raise a queen. Image Credit: British Museum Paulus Pontius after Anselmus Van...
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A new podcast about old ladies who were not, in fact, well behaved. Each week, Lauren will teach Hannah and B about a new revolutionary femme, so join them on their journey to knowledge.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A new podcast about old ladies who were not, in fact, well behaved. Each week, Lauren will teach Hannah and B about a new revolutionary femme, so join them on their journey to knowledge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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