Female Firsts: Ynes Mexica

Today we cover the journey and works of astronomer and scientist Wanda Diaz Merced.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

As we enter Disability Pride month, we check in with some stats about the intersection of women and disability in this classic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Emily Ladau's award-winning book Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to be an Ally breaks down terminology, history and allyship around disability in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

She was known for her quick wit and sharp tongue. But she was also a poet, screenwriter and activist. Tune in today to learn what outside her "vicious circle."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Today's tour features two individuals who lived life against the grain, although the causes they fought for couldn't have been more different.Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Frida Kahlo was a painter who transcended her own work to became an icon. Learn all about her fascinating and inspiring life and work in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

This pair of stories is gritty and real, like the legends they have become.Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Today we visit two tales of out-of-place characters, and the legacy they've left behind.Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

On this episode of the Overcomfort podcast, I sit down with a talented, empowering, funny, ambitious, and my sister's bestie, Helen Ochoa. We touch on so many heart felt topics, from her experience being a female regional Mexican artist and the battles she's had to face in the in ... Show More

One of the world’s unsung heroes – at least outside of Italy – is a brave woman who stood up to an insidious and longstanding custom and made her country a better place for it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Jackie and Jen are redefining success with Maria Menunous. Maria has done so much over the years but what job was one of the highlights of her life? Plus, the important lessons Maria’s health journey has taught her about life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

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Feminist author Plaqueta takes us on a journey into the world of Mexico’s mighty muralistas, the women who shaped the nation’s identity through art. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3dhQgAS.