Your Gal Friday

Today we are talking about a gal who was a poet, an activist, a dancer, an actress, a director, a writer, and an educator. A gal who used her many gifts to teach us empathy, compassion, and inner strength. Today we’re talking about the amazing life and legacy of your gal, Maya Angelou. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who hails from Brooklyn NY, works in DC and is….notorious. She’s the 107th Justice to the U.S. Supreme Court and started as a lawyer for women’s rights. We’re happy to be releasing this episode on March 15 so we can say, Happy 86th Birthday to your gal, Ruth Bader Ginsburg!! More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who is the Mother of the Civil Rights Movement, whose behind-the-scenes work inspired students and adults to be activists and cause political and social change. Today we’re talking about the amazing life and legacy of your gal, Ella Baker. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who born as a slave, refused to give up her seat, found her voice as a journalist, led anti-lynching campaigns and fought for justice for African-Americans. Today we’re talking about the amazing life and legacy of your gal, Ida B. Wells. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Phoebe wraps up not only sports gals but also Season 2 of Your Gal Friday.  We got links to all the episodes of Season 2 at galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who defied a dictator, faced down death, and became a Goddess to all those who saw her in the ring. Bullfighting has been described over the centuries as indefensible and irresistible. It’s with that polarity in mind that we look at the life lessons we can learn from your gal, Conchita Cintrón. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who had amazing success in golf, basketball, and track and field. But it doesn’t stop there. She also played baseball, billiards, and bowling. All these events at a time when women were discouraged to compete. ESPN ranked her in the top 10 of most important athletes of the 20th century, Today we’re talking about the life and legacy of your gal, Babe Didrikson Zaharias. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal whose drive for adventure, speed and adrenaline placed her in the record books to be the first woman at the Daytona 500 and the Indianapolis 500. Believe it or not racing was her back up choice she had her sights on something much faster. Today we’re talking about the life and legacy of your gal, Janet Guthrie. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Put us in coach ‘cause we’re ready to play, today we’re doing our warm up exercises before sliding into home plate with 3 new amazing episodes covering the life and legacy of - you guessed it - sports gals. More info at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Leah and Phoebe wrap up their musical tour into the world of gals who rock. They talk about how they have changed the way they appreciate music, they cross compare the gals, and talk about what they learned along that way. More info about these gals at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who went from picking cotton in Nutbush, TN to an Icon on stage and screen. There were many hardships along the way but “Big Wheel Keep on Turning, Proud Mary Keep on Burning. We’re Rolling Down this River”  and talking the life and legacy of your gal, Tina Turner. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who picked up a guitar at 13, formed a band at 15 and at this moment is touring the country to audiences who love Rock n’ Roll. Today we’re going to talk about Godmother of Punk, the Queen of Rock and Roll, the life and legacy of your gal, Joan Jett. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who inspired Elvis, Johnny Cash, Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis and Bob Dylan. We’re talking about Gospel’s first superstar who shocked audiences with her electric guitar. Today we’re going to dig into the start of Rock and Roll and talk about the life and legacy of your gal, Sister Rosetta Tharpe. More info about this gal including links to songs and performances at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

We are turning up the volume on Gals Who Rock! Before we loosen our ponytails and head bang to our favorite female rockers lives, we’re going to let you know the three gals coming up, who was so close to making the list, and what we know before we go behind the music.   To see performances of the gals we choose visit www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

The gals wrap up their exploration into the world of funny gals. Leah and Phoebe cross compare the gals, look at comedy overall, give a shout-out to brother/sister connections, and talk about what they learned along that way.  More info about these gals at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a funny gal whose observational humor led her onto the biggest gigs for a comedian, followed by multiple shows featuring her name, books, award show hosting duties and a presidential medal of freedom. But there was a time when we turned our back on her. Today we’re going to spread some kindness and laughter and talk about the life and legacy of your gal, Ellen DeGeneres. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a funny gal who created a cast of characters that have spanned over 50 years in not only TV but in movies, on stage, and in books. From Ernestine to Frankie Bergstein, she’s made us laugh and she made us think. Today we’re talking about the life and legacy of one of the hardest working gals in show business, your gal, Lily Tomlin. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who created the framework for comedic sitcoms, opened the door for countless comedians, ran her own TV studio, and made us laugh from candy factory foibles to selling us Vitameatavegimin. Today we’re talking about the life and legacy of your gal, Lucille Ball. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

The gals are back from break and ready to dig into their next section, Funny Gals. In this prologue episode they let you know which 3 gals they picked, the methods of choosing, which gals were SO close to making the list, and what they knew about these funny gals before we digging into research.   More info at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy  

The gals wrap up their coverage of the Real Life Gals of the Hamilton Musical with a special guest. The gals are joined by Jessica, a 12 year-old who is a Your Gal Friday listener, and Hamilton fan. The gals talk about what they learned, what they missed covering, as well as an interesting compare-and-contrast of the Schuyler Sisters, Martha Washington, and both Theodosia Burrs'.  More info about all these gals at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about two gals named Theodosia Burr. Both gals received well-rounded education (uncommon for gals at the time) but also both grew up in single-parent homes. Their connection to a Aaron Burr certainly gives a complexity to their lives but as you’ll find out, they were pretty complex themselves.  We’ll do our best to keep them clear with using Mama Theo - she’s one married to Aaron Burr, and Daughter Theo - she’s the child of Mama Theo and Aaron Burr and the subject of the beautiful song in the musical “Dear Theodosia.” More info about these gals at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about the 1st, First Lady of the United States. A gal who widowed twice, spent 6 winters on battlefield camps, was a delight to everyone she entertained even though she wished for a private life. Today we’re going the life and legacy of your gal, Martha Washington. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Your Gal Friday is covering the five amazing sisters from the Schuyler family. Today the Schuyler's are most famous from the Hamilton musical featuring Angelica, Eliza and Peggy. In their real life, the Schuyler family has been in America since the 1650's cementing themselves as one of the most influential in America's founding. Even though these women couldn't actively participate in politics like their fathers, brothers and husbands, they found a way to have their voices heard.  This is the real life history and legacy of your gals, the Schuyler Sisters.  More info at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy 

This week we have our eyes on the history of the real life gals of Hamilton: An American Musical. We start with a prologue of what gals we are going to cover, what our baseline knowledge is, and what we are hoping to learn throughout our coverage. More info at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are wrapping up our journey into the real life gals of Hidden Figures in our epilogue show. We’re going to reflect on the big picture of these genius gals and let you know what we learned along that way. Let us know what you learned on Facebook or Twitter!  More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who is a mathematician, a hidden figure and the first Black engineer at NASA. Her later work at Langley created opportunities for more women at NASA. Today we are talking about the life and legacy of your gal, Mary Jackson. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who is a math genius. Her calculations were pivotal in getting the first American in space and back home safely. But it didn’t stop there, from the early days of NACA testing airplanes and rocket all the way to the Space Shuttle Program she was there crunching the numbers with pin-point accuracy. Today we’re making math a ton of fun and talking about the life and legacy of your gal, Katherine Johnson. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who was the first Black supervisor at what would become NASA, we’re talking about gal who taught herself a computer language that only a handful of people even knew existed. She was a mathematician, a teacher, and a Hidden Figure. Today we’re talking about the life and legacy of your gal, Dorothy Vaughan. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Your Gal Friday is back! The gals have made a few changes; Lisa Leo has lent her voice to the opening/closing of the show, Kate changed her name back, Phoebe has joined the Gal's Guide board, and they are trying out a slightly different format. We let the gals explain in the first episode of Season 2 starting off a block of The Real Life Gals of Hidden Figures.   Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy Website: https://galsguide.org  

We recap the 19 gals we’ve covered on the show;  provide more insights we learned after the show was released, behind the scenes, our favorite bits, listener feedback and plans for the future. CORRECTION: Gal's Guide started May of 2016, not 2017. Years are hard.  Links to all epsiodes at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who was named by Sitting Bull “Little Miss Sure Shot.” She wow’d audiences before, after and during her time with Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show. She was an international star and rarely missed the mark. Today we’re talking about the life and legacy of your gal, Annie Oakley. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a hard working gal who created a hair care line that made her one of the most successful African-American business owners of her time. She was an entrepreneur, a philanthropist, and an activist. Get ready for the amazing life and legacy of your gal, Madame CJ Walker. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

For our first guest, we have joining us a gal who is a professional photographer and author. She enjoys allowing pictures and words to tell a story. With 4 books available and a 5th underway, she allows her words to paint an image. She has been inspired by online gaming and writes about adventures and experiences and gives them a fresh life and the ability to travel in the pages of a new medium. Known in the publishing world as E.M. Frear, welcome to Your Gal, Beth Frear. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

We are preparing for our first in studio guest! Author and photographer, Beth Frear will join us next. Until then, here is a mini-cast of our preparation and excitement. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Learn about the astronomer who, in a time when women couldn’t vote and were rarely accepted for their scientific minds, classified the stars in a system that is still used today.  We’re uncovering the life and legacy of your gal, Annie Jump Cannon. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy  

Today we are talking about a gal who has sold more than 400 million copies of her books, got children excited to read massive page-turners,  won multiple awards including being named the Most Influential Woman in Britain, and unlike like the other gals we’ve talked about in the series so far, she’s still alive and building a legacy and inspiration. Today we’re talking about the life of Your Gal, J.K. Rowling. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

This week we try something new. We present to you a little behind the scenes of our process. In this mini-cast we talk about our preparation for next week’s full episode of author J.K. Rowling. In this episode Kate & Phoebe talk about what they already knew as well as what they are looking forward to learning in their research.  Let us know if you like these mini-casts. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy  

Today we are talking about a gal called “our lady of the ladle” She peppered our TV screens from her kitchen and reached ours. She added spice to our lives and french flavors to our cooking. This a(steamed) gal, cooked her way into our hearts for generations. Today we’re going to let the cooking puns boil over and talk about the life and legacy of Your Gal, Julia Child. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

We are talking about the inventor of the windshield wiper, a little automotive history, and a fun sidebar on more wonderful gals with patents. Today we’re going to talk about the life and legacy of Your Gal, Mary Anderson. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

In this special episode of Your Gal Friday we talk about 4 early film pioneers that created the framework for movies today spanning from 1896-1982. The 4 gals in this episode are: Alice Guy Blache, Lois Weber, Dorothy Arzner and Margaret Booth. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal dedicated her life to women’s rights, sparked by not being allowed to speak because she was a woman, to speaking around the country about the importance of the right to vote, anti-slavery and the dangers of alcohol.  Today we’re going to talk about the life and legacy of Your Gal, Susan B Anthony. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfridaypodcast Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about the mother of computers, which is gonna seem odd because she died nearly 100 years before the first computer was ever completed. Her work with Charles Babbage was ahead of its time but her influence and innovation is still inspiring men and women all over the world. Your Gal, Ada Lovelace. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfrida... Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who known as the Mother of Social Work. She founded the template for what is the modern day YMCA or Boys & Girls Club. Her settlement known as Hull House utilized the neighborhood for social and civic change.  She was a pacifist and an activist for peace and in 1931 she was the first American woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Today we’re going to talk about the life and legacy of Your Gal, Jane Addams. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfrida... Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we’re going to talk about a remarkable rebel. Born into slavery, she not only escaped but she made 13 rescue missions to save family and friends. In the Civil War she was a nurse, an armed scout and a spy. She was the first woman to lead war-time troops. She was speaker for abolition, women’s rights, temperance, and civil rights. Today we are talking about the life and legacy of Your Gal, Harriet Tubman. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfrida... Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Today we are talking about a gal who is one of the top Jazz singers in history. Named the “First lady of song” she won 13 Grammys and sold more than 40 million albums. She sang songs from the Great American Songbook and made them her own. Ira Gershwin once said “I never knew how good our songs were until I heard Ella Fitzgerald sing them.” Learn about the life and legacy of Your Gal, Ella Fitzgerald. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfrida... Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy

Here is a gal who was so fearless that in a time when women, African-Americans, and Native Americans were banned from learning how to fly - she did. In her own words, she “refused to accept ‘no’ for an answer” With nail-biting barnstorming aerial stunt performances, this gal kept you on the edge of your seat. An inspiration to many, including astronauts, this gal used the airplane to promote equal rights and civil rights. Your Gal, Bessie Coleman. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfrida... Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy  

Her name has graced perfume, clothing, and handbags since the 1920’s. She freed women from the constraints of the corset and popularized a sporty and casual elegance. Because of her most women have in their closet a little black dress. She is the only fashion designer listed on TIME magazine's list of the 100 most influential people of the 20th century. This feisty gal created an empire and brand that still exists today. You may know of the brand but do you know about Your Gal, Coco Chanel? More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfrida... Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy  

On this week's episode we are talking about a gal who was promoted by Louis B. Mayer as “the world’s most beautiful woman.” Her patent, with George Antheil, is the blueprint for a technology we all use today.  It’s called Frequency Hopping and it's used in cell phones, blue tooth and in wi-fi. Learn about the incredible life and innovations of Your Gal, Hedy Lamarr. More info about this gal at www.galsguide.org  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfrida... Website: https://galsguide.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy  

Here is a gal who created the framework that would make movies last over 100 years. Her innovations include: being the first to tell a story on film, first to use sound, first to feature inter-racial casts, created the music video, developing a "natural" acting style, and was the first female to run a movie studio which was also the largest pre-hollywood studio in America...and yet there is a strong chance, you’ve never heard of her. Learn about the incredible life and innovations of Your Gal, Alice Guy-Blaché.  More info about Alice at www.galsguide.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/galsguide Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourgalfrida...Website: https://galsguide.orgTwitter: https://twitter.com/GalsGuideGalaxy