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Oct 2023
16m 49s

Malia Baker Read by Momona Tamada

REBEL GIRLS
About this episode

From reinventing an iconic Babysitters Club character for a new generation to overcoming anxiety to stand up for her beliefs, Malia Baker proves there’s power in contradictions. Classic yet updated, shy yet outspoken—Malia can be it all!

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 Nicole Haroutunian with Momona Tamada and edited by Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Momona Tamada. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Our executive producers are Joy Smith and Jes Wolfe. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

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