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  • Get To Know D’atra “Dee Dee” Jackson

    Get To Know D’atra “Dee Dee” Jackson
    2024/09/05
    Get to know organizer, trainer, big sister, godmother of four, and National Director of BYP100, D’atra “Dee Dee” Jackson. D’atra tells us how her grandmother inspires her, and how kids and younger people can really make a difference in the world. She also tells us how she stays healthy and strong while fighting for equality as an activist. [This episode originally aired February 2021.]
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    10 分
  • Sojourner Truth Read By D'Atra "Dee Dee" Jackson

    Sojourner Truth Read By D'Atra "Dee Dee" Jackson
    2024/09/03
    Once there was a girl whose powerful voice would inspire people to fight for equality. Her name was Isabella Baumfree, but we know her now as Sojourner Truth. She was a Black woman born into slavery in Dutch-speaking rural New York in 1797. She escaped to freedom after nearly 30 years of being enslaved, was one of the first Black women to successfully sue a white man, and later changed her name to Sojourner, becoming a abolitionist and suffragist fighting for equality and women’s rights. [This episode originally aired February 2021.] About the Narrator Organizer and trainer D’atra “Dee Dee” Jackson is Co-Founder of the Durham Chapter of Black Youth Project 100 (BYP100). Dee Dee has had her hand in efforts and actions such as bringing Participatory Budgeting to Durham, Justice for Reefa campaign, and Black Mama's/Black August Bail Outs. Now, as the National Director of BYP100, she dreams of freedom, Black worlds, and building a movement of ungovernable and strategic lovers of Black liberation. Credits This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. Executive Producers are Jes Wolfe and Katie Sprenger. This episode was produced by Isaac Kaplan-Woolner. Sound design by Elettra Bargiacchi and final mix by Mattia Marcelli. Corinne Peterson is Production Manager. This episode was written by Gina Gotsill. Proofread by Ariana Rosas. It was narrated by D’atra Jackson. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. For more, visit www.rebelgirls.com. Until next time, stay rebel!
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    20 分
  • Mahnoor: Keep Calm and Carry On

    Mahnoor: Keep Calm and Carry On
    2024/08/31
    By being a part of the organization Football Beyond Borders, Mahnoor has learned to never give up. She carries this lesson with her, whether on the pitch, in the classroom, or out in the world. Whether it's in sport or in life, Mahnoor is ready for the challenge. For more inspiration check out the full booklet on rebelgirls.com/nike to download for free! This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by Reel Audiobooks. It was written by Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Eliza Kirby. Narration by Zehra Naqvi. Our executive producer was Joy Smith. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!
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    9 分
  • Get to Know Storm Large

    Get to Know Storm Large
    2024/08/29
    Get to know Storm Large, the narrator for our incredible, colorful episode about Carmen Miranda! Storm (yup, that’s her real name!) is a singer, actor, activist, playwright AND author. In this interview she takes us through her journey as an artist and tell us how we can start writing our own songs. [This episode originally aired October, 2020.]
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    12 分
  • Carmen Miranda Read by Storm Large

    Carmen Miranda Read by Storm Large
    2024/08/27
    Carmen Miranda lived her life to a beat that was all her own. The incredible singer, dancer and all around entertainer brought her colorful and creative spirit to audiences on the stage and screen for decades, becoming one of the highest paid women in the United States after emigrating there in the 1940’s. Her star rose and fell and rose again but above it all, she was Carmen! [This episode originally aired October, 2020.] About the Narrator Storm Large is a musician, actor, playwright, and author. She has sung and performed in bands for decades from San Francisco to Portland. In addition to developing a cult-like following for her own band, The Balls, Storm is also a co-lead singer for the internationally acclaimed, multi-lingual, orchestra, Pink Martini. Credits This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls and Boom Integrated, a division of John Marshall Media. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. Our Executive Producers are Jes Wolfe and Katie Sprenger. This season was produced by John Marshall Cheary, Sarah Storm, and Robin Lai. Corinne Peterson is our Production Manager. This episode was written by Joy McCullough and edited by Katie Sprenger. Proofread by Ariana Rosas. Elettra Bargiacchi created sound design and composed out performed the original theme. Mattia Marcelli was the sound mixer.
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    21 分
  • Get to Know Sarah Thomas

    Get to Know Sarah Thomas
    2024/08/22
    Sarah Thomas is the co-founder of Kalamata’s Kitchen, where she brings together her lifelong passions for both food and books. Sarah encourages kids to be proud of their culture and to try new food with a sense of curiosity and compassion. Sarah brought us the story of Robyn Sue Fisher, fellow food lover and entrepreneur! Listen to hear all the ways Sarah appreciates food from her own culture, and pushes herself and others to try new things. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This interview was produced by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by John Marshall Media. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Thank you to Sarah Thomas and the whole Rebel Girls team who made this podcast possible. Stay rebel!
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    12 分
  • Mayssa: The Space to Play

    Mayssa: The Space to Play
    2024/08/20
    Mayssa wakes up excited to move, whether it’s through football, dance, or something completely new. She is a proud member of Team Go Girls, where she learns new ways to play and be part of a team to win in sport and in life. For more inspiration check out the full booklet on rebelgirls.com/nike to download for free! This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by Reel Audiobooks. It was written by Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Eliza Kirby. Narration by Myrtille Genot. Our executive producer was Joy Smith. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!
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    8 分
  • Robyn Sue Fisher Read by Sarah Thomas

    Robyn Sue Fisher Read by Sarah Thomas
    2024/08/20
    Robyn Sue Fisher is the inventor and founder of Smitten® Ice Cream. She left a job with a big company to pull her ice cream wagon around San Francisco, making people smile with all natural ingredients. Her passion and drive led to sweet success! This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. It was written by Gina Gotsill. Narration by chef and founder of Kalamata's Kitchen, Sarah Thomas. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Thank you to Robyn Sue Fisher and the whole Rebel Girls team who made this podcast possible. Stay rebel!
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    19 分