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Envisioning a Community- Bessie Bruington and the Shaping of Black Middle-Class Womanhood in Los Angeles withKimberly Nao, PhD
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This episode was recorded live during the second, annual, "Women's History in LA Symposium", hosted by The Ebell Institute. The Institute works on building and sharing knowledge of remarkable women of Los Angeles, whose contributions have been omitted from history books and ignored in public spheres. Along with esteemed keynote speakers, distinguished and graduate scholars provide enlightening presentations on various aspects of women’s history in Los Angeles.
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- Aug 28, 202511 min
“Yetta Stromberg in ‘the land of orange groves and jails’” with Judy Branfman
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- Jul 31, 202513 min
Early Women Aviators & the First Women’s Air Derby of 1929 with Victoria Bernal
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- Jun 5, 202511 min
"Visionary Leader, Modernist Matriarch: The Life of Jean Roth Driskel" with Heather Goers
This episode was recorded live during the second, annual, "Women's History in LA Symposium", hosted by The Ebell Institute. The Institute works on building and sharing knowledge of remarkable women of Los Angeles, whose contributions have been omitted from history books and ignored in public spheres. Along with esteemed keynote speakers, distinguished and graduate scholars provide enlightening presentations on various aspects of women’s history in Los Angeles.
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About Unsung Heroines: The Hidden Histories of LA Women
Unsung Heroines: A Podcast for the Hidden Histories of LA Women, uncovers the untold stories of the trailblazing women who shaped Los Angeles into the dynamic city it is today. Each episode dives deep into their groundbreaking contributions to activism, art, and community-building, illuminating how their courage and vision transformed the cultural and social fabric of LA. Through captivating interviews and vivid historical accounts, Unsung Heroines brings these hidden legacies to life—ensuring these remarkable women are celebrated and their influence is never forgotten. Discover the vibrant history of LA through the voices and actions of its unsung heroines.
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