Sor Juana Inez de la Cruz challenged the assumption that women were "beneath" men in New Spain in the 1600s. Her writings were controversial and ahead of their time. After learning a little bit about her life, it'll become clear why many people consider her the New World's first feminist. Please find us on Instagram @haveyoumetherpodcast to see pictures of Sor Juana and a peek at the resources used to research her this week. If you have an idea for a future episode, please email me at
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