Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls

Rebel Girls

  • 12 minutes 4 seconds
    Keely Cat-Wells: A Letter on Inclusivity

    We have a very special treat for you today: entrepreneur and disability rights activist Keely Cat-Wells, reading a personal piece that was published in our latest book, Dear Rebel: 125+ Women Share their Secrets to Taking on the World. Enjoy!

    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 Salinas. Narration by Keely Cat-Wells and Bianca Salinas. 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!

    25 July 2024, 11:05 am
  • 17 minutes 40 seconds
    Billie Jean King's Story Read by Jessica Valenti

    Once upon a time, there was a bespectacled girl who loved tennis. She was resourceful and figured out a way to get tennis lessons for free since her family didn't have a lot of money. When she became a national champion, she began to fight for equal rights within the tennis circuit: equal pay for men AND women. This led to a revolution in the sport, paving the way for future female superstars like Venus and Serena Williams. [This episode originally aired in April 2018.]


    About the Narrator

    Jessica Valenti is a columnist for the Guardian US and the author of multiple books on feminism, politics, and culture. Her most recent book, Sex Object: A Memoir, was a New York Times bestseller. Her award-winning blog, Feministing.com, has been praised by Columbia Journalism Review as “head and shoulders above almost any writing on women’s issues in mainstream media.”


    Credits

    This episode of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls is produced by Elena Favilli and Francesca Cavallo, with writing and operation support by Darby Maloney and Elyssa Dudley. Sound Design and Original Theme Music by Elettra Bargiacchi.

    23 July 2024, 11:05 am
  • 34 minutes 59 seconds
    SOUNDSCAPE BONUS! The Magic of the Redwoods

    Bask in the sounds of the forest, under the tallest trees on earth. These redwoods can live to be thousands of years old. What else lives among these giants?

    This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by Bianca Salinas. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

    20 July 2024, 11:05 am
  • 13 minutes 53 seconds
    Betsy DeHont: Once Upon a Tomorrow

    Betsy DeHont is a Senior Art Department Manager for Horizon Worlds at Meta. She believes that everyone can connect through storytelling and she’s thrilled to be creating stories of the future.

    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 Abby Sher. Narration by Sura Siu. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Thank you to Besty DeHont and the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

    18 July 2024, 11:05 am
  • 14 minutes 34 seconds
    Nina and the Mysterious Mailbox: Ch. 1

    Rebel Girls has a brand new FICTIONAL book series! It’s called Secret Society of Rebel Girls: Nina and the Mysterious Mailbox!

    Nina is a typical middle schooler with a lot on her plate. She’s in the robotics club, working on a school election, and dealing with friend trouble. But then, things get really weird when she gets a letter-writing assignment… and Cleopatra writes back! That’s right… THE Cleopatra. Sit back and listen in, as we share a sneak peek of chapter 1...

    Credits

    This audiobook is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s from our book series Secret Society of Rebel Girls. This is the first chapter from the first book: Nina and the Mysterious Mailbox, written by Marti Dumas.

    This audiobook was narrated by Dana Heath. It was produced and directed by Haley Dapkus, with editing and mixing by John Marshall Media. Our executive producers were Joy Smith and Jes Wolfe.

    A big thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team, who made this book possible! Until next time, stay rebel!

    18 July 2024, 11:05 am
  • 14 minutes 19 seconds
    Tara Franz: The Power of Curiosity

    Tara Franz is an innovative user experience researcher at Meta who is bringing authenticity to the Metaverse. By asking questions, and exploring all the possible answers, Tara builds connection and community.

    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 Abby Sher. Narration by Aida Reluzco. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Thank you to Tara Franz and the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

    16 July 2024, 11:05 am
  • 10 minutes 10 seconds
    Get to Know Jordan Chiles

    Jordan Chiles is a 23 year old Olympic gymnast with an incredible sense of style. In 2020, she represented the United States at the Tokyo Summer Olympic Games, where she won a silver medal. She is also an outspoken advocate for female athletes, focusing on body positivity and mental health. Jordan brought us the story of fellow Olympian and style icon, Florence Griffith Joyner. Listen to hear how Jordan stays calm before major competitions, and what she wears to feel like her most powerful self! AND catch Jordan at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games!

    Credits

    This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This interview was written and produced by Haley Dapkus with sound design and mixing by John Marshall Media. It was hosted by Aria. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Our executive producers are Joy Smith and Jes Wolfe. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

    11 July 2024, 11:05 am
  • 15 minutes 44 seconds
    Florence Griffith Joyner Read by Jordan Chiles

    Flo Jo was never afraid to be who she was: fast. A runner all her life, Flo Jo went on to become the first American woman to win four medals in a single Olympics. Her one-legged bodysuits and long nails left dazzled audiences around the world.

    About the Narrator

    At just 23 years old, gymnast Jordan Chiles is an Olympic silver medalist with an awesome sense of style! She read the story of fellow Olympic athlete and style icon, Florence Griffith Joyner. Listen in to hear what makes Jordan feel powerful!

    Credits

    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 Elena Favilli and written by Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles. 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!

    9 July 2024, 11:05 am
  • 19 minutes 38 seconds
    SLEEPY BONUS! Julia Butterfly Hill: Saving the Giants

    Luna is a giant California redwood tree that’s over 1,000 years old. When loggers threatened to cut Luna down, Julia Butterfly Hill climbed 200 feet into Luna’s branches and stayed there for more than two years to protect the old growth redwoods.

    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 Abby Sher. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Narration by Marisha Tapera. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

    6 July 2024, 11:05 am
  • 7 minutes 43 seconds
    Get to Know Lindsey Vonn

    Today, you'll hear from Lindsey Vonn who narrated the previous episode about Simone Biles. If you haven't listened to that episode, now is a great time to go back and check it out. Lindsey Vonn is a former alpine ski racer for the United States Ski Team. She’s won Olympic bronze and gold medals, two World Championship gold medals, and four overall World Cup titles. A New York Times bestselling author, she founded the Lindsey Vonn Foundation, which supports girls through scholarships, education, and athletics. [This episode originally aired August 2020.]

    4 July 2024, 11:05 am
  • 24 minutes 2 seconds
    Simone Biles Read by Lindsey Vonn

    Once upon a time, there was a girl who loved flipping, flying, and tumbling. Her name was Simone Biles. Simone is an Olympic champion gymnast and first-ever woman to land a triple-double in competition on the floor. She’s world-renowned for making gymnastics look effortless, but Simone overcame all kinds of adversity. Listen to hear more about her adoption, struggles with ADHD, and time training with the Final Five. [This episode originally aired July 2020.]


    About the Narrator:

    Lindsey Vonn is a former alpine ski racer for the United States Ski Team. She’s won Olympic bronze and gold medals, two World Championship gold medals, and four overall World Cup titles. A New York Times bestselling author, she founded the Lindsey Vonn Foundation, which supports girls through scholarships, education, and athletics.


    Credits:

    This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls and Boom Integrated, a division of John Marshall Media. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls.

    Our Executive Producer is Elena Favilli, and Dan Ilani. This season was produced by John Marshall Cheary, Sarah Storm, and Robin Lai. Corinne Peterson is our Production Manager. This episode was written by Farrah Penn and edited by Maithy Vu. Proofread by Danielle Oberdier.

    Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi who has also sound designed this episode. Mattia Marcelli was the sound mixer.

    2 July 2024, 11:05 am
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