We do cover the topic of female genital mutilation in this episode. Listen at your discretion.  

Sources: 

The Woman They Could Not Silence  by Kate Moore

https://www.desertflowerfoundation.org/en/what-is-fgm.html?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAkc28BhB0EiwAM001TYg9xWHah_gdDUMsinv_JgzhAv1lQ6e9dRUBYaNQ_mqGGiDWU1hMihoCzMgQAvD_BwE

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"Unruly Women are always Witches, no matter what century we’re in."
 -Roxane Gay 2015

Sources: 

The Woman They Could Not Silence  

Kate Moore

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The first Lil Sips covers a wide range of stories this week from the origins of the story of Jack and Jill(Christina), the start of World War I (Josh), the origin of the C word (Karina), and a woman who birthed rabbits(Nevada). Most sources stated in episode or in notes. 

Sources:

https://theestablishment.co/a-brief-history-of-the-cunt-a755b5df4a4/index.html

https://www.michigandaily.com/statement/cunt-a-powerful-name-for-a-beautiful-thing/

https://www.historic-uk.com/CultureUK/More-Nursery-Rhymes/

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This week the girls challenge the  long-standing historical narratives, which often portrayed women as passive and secondary to men, existing primarily for male pleasure and procreation. In contrast, we emphasize the vital contributions of women to early human survival and societal development, asserting that women were central to the evolution of humanity.

Sources:

Who Cooked the Last Supper by Rosalind Miles 

Scientist Still Stumped By The Evolution of Human Breasts by Bridget Alex

https://www.discovermagazine.com/planet-earth/scientists-still-stumped-by-the-evolution-of-human-breasts

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This week, The Sip and Saga Society dives into the notorious 1892 murder case of the Borden Family in Fall River, Massachusetts. Set against the backdrop of a bustling industrial town, we’ll unpack the family dynamics and the tensions that spiraled into tragedy. We’ll shine a light on Lizzie’s complicated relationships, especially with her stepmom, along with the strange circumstances around the murders. Even with conflicting stories and no solid proof, Lizzie was found not guilty, capturing the media’s attention and public curiosity. This case remains a fascinating chapter in American crime history, partly because it was one of the first to use crime scene photos as evidence!

Sources:

The Life and Trial of Lizzie Borden: The History of 19th Century America’s Most Famous Murder Case by Charles River Editors

Charles River Editors is a company that we have used as a source before. They write books using various historical sources to create digital content about various subjects as well as republishing literary classics via eBooks.  

The Life, Legend, and Mystery of Lizzie Borden by Trey Wyatt

Lizzie-borden.com

The website for the Lizzie Borden House.  

https://usghostadventures.com/hauntings/

Specifically Lizzie Borden House Hauntings

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Elizabeth Bathory's story is one you may not be able to forget! Born into Hungarian nobility in the late 16th century, she married young at 14 and took over managing her husband's estate while he was off at war.  She became infamous for her brutal treatment of servants and was rumored to have tortured and killed hundreds of young girls, believing that bathing in their blood would keep her young. Even with all the evidence piling up against her, she was never really put on trial; instead, she ended up under house arrest in a remote castle, where she died in 1614. Her legend lives on, mixing horror and vampirism, and continues to captivate writers and filmmakers today!

Sources: 

Countess Elizabeth Bathory by Charles River Editors

Charles River Editors is a company that works on creating original writing pieces of digital content. The sources for the book range from various sources including biographies and diaries. Novels have been written about Elizabeth and often they combine fact with fiction. 

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Nando and his companions prepare for a final expedition to escape the Andes after surviving a plane crash. Facing extreme cold and altitude sickness, they struggle through a perilous climb of nearly 17,000 feet. Tensions arise over the urgency to leave, but driven by memories of loved ones, they descend toward rescue. After encountering a man who aids them, Nando guides rescuers back to the crash site, ensuring help reaches the remaining survivors. The ordeal teaches him that love is a powerful force that sustains life even in suffering. 

Thank you for listening! Our sources for this episode are "Miracle in the Andes" by Nando Perrado. 

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After a plane crash in the Andes, a group of Uruguayan rugby players faces despair when search efforts are abandoned. As starvation sets in, they reluctantly resort to cannibalism. Nando emerges as a leader, planning a dangerous expedition to find supplies and eventually the crash's tail section. Despite facing harsh conditions and dwindling hope, they salvage food and a radio. An avalanche further complicates their survival, but their determination drives them to seek rescue amidst the moral dilemmas and psychological toll of their ordeal.

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Miracle in the Andes by Nando Perrado

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This week the girls cover the story of the 1972 plane crash in the Andes Mountains. The plane was  Fairchild twin-engine turboprop  carrying the Old Christians Rugby Club from Montevideo to Santiago  when bad weather forced it to land in Mendoza, Argentina. The team and their supporters spent the night exploring Mendoza before attempting the journey across the Andes. Despite warnings of dangerous turbulence, the pilots decided to proceed. However, the plane crashed into a snow-covered glacier in the Andes, leaving 32 survivors in dire conditions. With no help on the way and facing extreme cold and hunger, the survivors endured unimaginable hardship. They eventually faced the grim decision to resort to cannibalism to survive, as their struggle continued amidst the harsh environment.

Sources: Miracle In the Andes by Nando Parrado 

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In a continuation of our Toilet Paper Series we cover how the Greeks and Romans used various methods for personal hygiene, with Greeks favoring rough stones or leeks and Romans using communal sponges on sticks. In medieval Europe, cloth was commonly used and reused for wiping, with wealthier individuals employing specialized attendants for the task. The invention of paper in China eventually influenced Western hygiene practices, though paper was initially criticized for its ineffectiveness. In the late 19th century, Seth Wheeler's innovations led to the commercialization of perforated toilet paper rolls, revolutionizing the industry. The Scott Paper Company, later a major player in the market, popularized high-quality toilet paper and disposable paper towels, evolving significantly over time.  We continued to use the book, "Wiped" by Ronald Blumer as a source throughout this episode. 

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