The Femme Files: A History of Iconic Women

Two empires, both alike in dignity, but reigned by very different iconic women. One ruled Enlightenment Russia in the 18th century, the other built her country music empire over the past 60 years in the United States. Neither woman was destined for greatness from birth but they both fought tooth and nail to reach the very top, clambering over significant men in their lives to do so. But they aren't just power hungry blonde bombshells with larger than life hairstyles, both have a genuine ...

Goth meets grunge in this episode as we explore the tragic lives and artistic genius of Mary Shelley and Courtney Love. In the 1810s Mary Shelley cemented her name as the mother of the horror/sci-fi genre with her seminal work, Frankenstein. And as Hole's front woman, Courtney Love courted controversy as the first lady of the grunge scene in the 1990s. Join us as we delve into their doomed romances, emo tendencies and rebellious natures. Email - [email protected] - @filesfemm...

It’s time to get physical, metaphysical! As we delve into the lives of poetess and playwright, Aphra Behn, and comedy supernova, Phoebe Waller Bridge. With their bawdy humour and licentious attitudes, these two set the London theatre scenes of the 17th and 21st centuries alight. But we’re not just comparing them for their raunchy repartee OHH NO! This pair are also connected to the world of spies. We promise you this episode will have been worth the wait! Email - femmefilesp...

For as long as we've told stories, we've told stories of swashbuckling heroes, usually men. Not anymore. Come with us as we explore the unparalleled career of 19th century female pirate Ching Shih and modern day astronaut Christina Koch.Both of these women have pushed boundaries to excel in spheres almost always dominated by men. But most importantly, would you rather go to the loo on a pirate ship or a spaceship? Join us as we dissect the important stuff (and the toilet situation!)Email - fe...

It’s Britney, bitch AND Lady Jane Grey. We’re kicking off our second season with a look at two extraordinary women who enjoyed great celebrity but fell under the control of their scheming families - or did they….? It’s time to get into your double denim, put down the live python and save kissing Madonna for later because you’re going to want a piece of this.Email - [email protected] - @filesfemmeInstagram - @femmefilespodcastLinksBBC Doc, Helen Castor - England's Forgotten Qu...

As it's the festive season, we thought it fitting to look at two women who told us ‘how to eat’. These domestic goddesses transformed home cooking. So get the ham out of the Coca Cola, put that piece of pigeon pie down and save the marmite spaghetti for later, we’re bringing you some Christmas cheer! Email - [email protected] - @filesfemmeInstagram - @femmefilespodcastLinksMrs Beeton's ChristmasNigella Lawson on Food, Feminism, and Men in the KitchenChristine Fred...

Two women, set on a trajectory for greatness from an early age. But just when they had the world at their feet, it all fell apart in catastrophic fashion. We’ve joined with the fabulously 'fetch' Hashtag History podcast from across the pond to bring you an episode about two car crash gingers: Mary Queen of Scots and Lindsay Lohan. We’ll be giving you the '411' on Hollywood vs Holyrood as we sip suggestively named cocktails, dressed in army pants and flip flops.Get in losers, we’re bringi...

Do you want to live deliciously? For our fifth episode we’re casting our attentions to the mythical goddess Circe and wellness guru Gwyneth Paltrow. These two titans are known as much for their witchery as they are for stirring up contention. As we gather in our coven (virtually) we’ll be exploring sorcery, the occult and of course, vaginal eggs. ‘Tis the season of the witch and things are going to get frightening!Email - [email protected] - @filesfemmeInstagram - @femmefiles...

Women have been cancelled since the dawn of time it seems (looking at you Eve) and our latest female figures are no exception. In this episode we explore the banishment and de-platforming of Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire and pop star Taylor Swift. One was shunned by high society, the other driven into hiding by a social media storm. But why is it that women often find themselves so brutally cancelled from society? And once cancelled, is there any way to gain back what you've lost...

Two teen warriors come head to head in this episode. That’s right, we’re meeting Joan of Arc and Greta Thunberg! Political battlefields, iconic haircuts, medieval misogyny (looking at you Donald Trump) and Tinder, we’re covering all the burning issues. In between discussing their star signs and who you'd rather be stuck on a boat with (zero emissions, mind) we’ll be talking about Josie’s OBSESSION with TikTok and why Gen Z's have such beef with Millenials. It's time to grab your battle ...