Rebel Girls

Fea is a all-women Chicana punk rock band from San Antonio, Texas. They brought us the story of another band that's reimagining punk rock, the Linda Lindas. Listen to learn what it's like to be in a band playing this fiery music genre.

This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was produced and directed by Haley Dapkus, with sound editing by John Marshall Media. Script editing by Abby Sher. The executive producers were Jes Wolfe and Joy Smith. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Stay Rebel!

The Linda Lindas make music that is changing the world! Proudly half-Asian, half-Latinx, their joyful, powerful songs are about growing up, tackling racism, loving cats, and more! They infuse punk with youth, hope, and a wild style all their own.

This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was narrated by FEA band members Letty Martinez, Jenn Alva, and Phanie Diaz. It was produced and directed by Haley Dapkus, with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. The story was written by Nicole Haroutunian and edited by Abby Sher. Fact checking by Joe Rhatigan. The executive producers were Jes Wolfe and Joy Smith. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Stay Rebel!

[This episode originally aired July 2022.] Luo Dengping is China’s spider woman. At 15, she became the first and only woman to take part in the traditionally male practice of climbing the cliffs of Guizhou province with no safety equipment—just her strength, her smarts, and her courage.

This story was produced by Haley Dapkus. Sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. It was written by Nicole Haroutunian and edited by Abby Sher. Our narrator was Angela Liu. A special thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team, who make this podcast possible!

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Bonnie Chiu is a Rebel who discovered how important a picture can be, not just as a way to express herself, but for girls and women around the world to share their lives and feel empowered.

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 Emily McMahon-Wattez and Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Carissa Ratanaphanyarat. 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!

In China in the early 1900s, girls had their feet bound and were forced to stay at home and serve their families. Qiu Jin wanted more, so she learned martial arts, dressed like a man and inspired women to fight for what they believed in.

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 Katie Lopez with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. It was written by Gina Gotsill. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Theresa C. Ho. 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!

Saengduean “Lek” Chailert believes that every creature deserves to be treated with respect. Lek has rescued and rehabilitated over 200 Asian elephants, and has created a loving sanctuary where they can live in peace and harmony.

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 F+K Media. It was written by Sara Weiss and edited by Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Sura Siu. 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!

Maya Gabeira is a record-breaking big wave surfer from Brazil. She surfs waves taller than a four story building! After a massive wipe out nearly ended her career, she came back with passion, power, and perseverance.

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 Bianca Gan. It was written by Megan Bagala. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Nadia Calembe. 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!

Actor Kristen Bell is as famous for helping rescue dogs as she is for starring in hit movies and TV shows like Frozen and The Good Place. When she’s not helping homeless pups find human families, she’s advocating for the health and wellness of underdogs everywhere.

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 Deborah Goldstein with sound design and mixing by Jason Sheesley. It was written by Frances Thomas and edited by Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Therese Plummer. 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!

Get to know Helen Park, who read us the story of Blackpink! Helen is an award-winning composer and music producer for Broadway, TV, and film. Hear about the first song she ever wrote, and how she stays true to her own voice!

This story was produced by Joy Smith with sound design and mixing by John Marshall Media. Script editing by Abby Shur. 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!

The four phenomenally talented women of K-Pop band Blackpink may have been born in different countries, but they love each other like sisters. Fans worldwide are obsessed with their iconic style, fierce choreography, passionate climate activism, and of course, their super catchy songs!

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 Joy Smith with sound design and mixing by Reel Audiobooks. It was written by Nicole Haroutunian and edited by Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Helen Park. 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!