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We don't know of many pirates that got to legally retire from the life of piracy. However, to your surprise the pirate that had many countries after them and had the world's largest fleet, was a woman! Join us and listen to a short historical account of Zheng Yi Sao!

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https://youtu.be/74-lScOzIxk?si=hsdbKqigRt8eGWas

https://youtu.be/wcYhgzfI7PA?si=LhQ-HvcksHLFYQN3

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Join us as we delve into the inspiring life of Aleen Cust, the fearless woman who went through hell and against all odds to become the first officially registered female veterinary surgeon by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. Defying societal expectations and navigating a male-dominated field, Aleen's tenacity and passion for animal welfare paved the way for countless women in veterinary medicine.
 
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Sources:
https://www.vetrecordjobs.com/myvetfuture/article/story-of-aleen-cust-britains-first-woman-vet/

https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/news/the-history-of-women-in-veterinary-medicine-in-the-u-s/

https://www.hereford.ac.uk/news-and-events/blogs/aleen-cust-how-the-struggle-of-t/

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🍀 Celtic Music (Copyright Free) - "Towards The Horizon" by Alexander Nakarada 🇳🇴

⚱️ Free Celtic Music (For Videos) - "Nomadic Sunset" by Alexander Nakarada 🇳🇴

🗺️ Folk & Medieval (Free Music) - "ADVENTURE BEYOND" by Alexander Nakarada 🇳🇴

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Gentle & Romantic (Royalty Free Music) - "FAMILY" by Alex Productions 🇮🇹

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How do we heal the wounds of conflict and build a more just and equitable world? Join us as we explore these vital questions with Rigoberta Menchú, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and tireless advocate for reconciliation. Contact [email protected] for any comments, questions, or concerns. Or follow our Instagram page: womanoftheweekpodcast. Or hop on the newly created website: Womanoftheweekpodcast.com!

Show Notes:
nacla.org

www.learningforjustice.org

https://nacla.org/article/guatemala%E2%80%99s-remhi-project-memory-form-below

https://meap.library.ucla.edu/projects/archives-for-justice-and-peace/

https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/peace/1992/tum/biographical/

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https://youtu.be/CeAgAhIpbic?si=nLQYq766xP6oPqgQ

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In this episode of Woman of the Week, we examine the life of Louise de Bettignies. An extraordinarily brave and educated woman who assisted the allied forces in World War 1 by creating a network of spies through France and Belgium. Contact [email protected] for any comments, questions, or concerns. Or follow our Instagram page: womanoftheweekpodcast.

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In this episode of Woman of the Week, we examine the life of Susan B. Anthony. Susan B. Anthony was a pioneer and a crusader for women's suffrage in the United States. Her hard work paved the road to which led the United States in ratifying the Nineteenth Amendment (1920) to the Consitution, giving women the right to vote. In current events, President Donald Trump pardons Susan B. Anthony. Today's episode was made possible with the help of Soomo Learning providing the parody. Contact [email protected] for any comments, questions, or concerns. Or follow our Instagram page: womanoftheweekpodcast.

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In this episode of Woman of the Week, we examine the life of Mamie Phipps Clark. Mamie was a psychologist who testified in Brown v. Board of Education on regards to segregation being dangerous to child development and that the "separate but equal" doctrine is a false banner. Her contributions to psychology and child development echo all over the world. Contact [email protected] for any comments, questions, or concerns. Or follow our Instagram page: womanoftheweekpodcast.

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In this episode of Woman of the Week, we examine the life of Rosalind Franklin. Rosalind Franklin was a hard-working woman with prominent research knowledge on virology and DNA. Learn about her life and insane amount of contributions to science. Contact [email protected] and follow our Instagram page womanoftheweekpodcast! 

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In this episode of Woman of the Week, we examine the life of Harriet Tubman. A brave woman who freed slaves in the United States as an Underground Railroad Conductor and as a military spy. She is a heroic example of selflessness and integrity for the common good. This woman right here is definitely one no one should ever forget. I hope you enjoy the show. 

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