The Queen's Silk
We study women who changed history or are changing history and the men who helped them do so. Come learn with us as we tell stories, roast historical figures, and look at the impact women have had on different generations and cultures! Our goal is to find patterns of excellence that we can apply to make our own difference in the world! Learn more at thequeenssilkpodcast.com or follow us on Instagram @queenssilkpodcast
Episodes
Jhansi ki Rani, or the Queen of Jhansi, led a rebellion against the British that ended in horrible tragedy... but a tragedy that emboldened a nation to fight against the oppression surrounding them. Where do we find courage and motivation to act? How does our environment impact what we accomplish?
This week we're discussing the life of Alexandra Romanov, the last Czarina of Russia and the events that led up to the Bolshevik Revolution. Knowing the patterns of a revolution can help you avoid them in your own life.
You may not know this, but George Washington was a bit of a homebody -- and when he couldn't go home, his home, Martha Washington, found her way to him. Today we talk about the role Martha Washington played in the success of the Revolutionary War and her time as the first First Lady of the United States.
Marie Antoinette's older, but less well known sister, is our woman of the week! Maria Carolina was the queen of Naples during the French Revolution and was, as Napoleon declared, "The only man in Naples."
Biography: In the Shadow of the Empress by Nancy Gladstone
Three women were the bane of Frederick the Great's existence and nearly brought him to his knees: Maria Theresa of Austria-Hungary, Madame de Pompadour of France, and Empress Elizabeth of Russia.
#girlbossesforthewin
Biography: In the Shadow of the Empress by Nancy Goldstone
Maiden. Commander. Martyr. Savior of France.
Joan of Arc was all of these things, and so much more. She inspired her downtrodden countrymen to raise their swords and fight again, and would not rest until Charles the Dauphin was on the throne. Terrified of her influence and success, her enemies burned her at the stake.
Our first episode about Motherhood! Inspired by Pamela Drukerman's Bringing Up Bebe, Tami and Anne delve into motherhood, teaching children, and guiding children as they grow and develop.
It's been one year since we got started! Celebrate with us and tune in to hear our thoughts on past episodes, behind the scenes, and hear some.. well... maybe a little bit too dark jokes....
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This week we're discussing the investigation of Norah Vincent into the world of men -- her hypothesis? Men have this privilege in society that makes it easier for them to succeed. We'll discuss her findings and take a look at society's expectations across the board. To learn more about her story, check out her memoire Self-Made Man.
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Charla Muller, author of the memoir 365 Nights and Pretty Takes Practice, decided to give her husband a gift for his 40th birthday that he would never forget.
"Some women really don't know how great they are. They come to us all vogue on the outside and vague on the inside."
Beauty and cosmetics businesswoman Mary Kay Ash left a legacy for women who want to be beautiful on the inside and outside and have the opportunity to build and create something for themselves.
DISCLAIMER: This is not a sponsored message; we do not discuss the Mary Kay company. As always, we are focus...
We went to a Punjabi wedding in India! Here's our experience and our thoughts -- Please keep in mind, this is our experience as outsiders, not as experts.
Happy Valentines Day!
Georgiana Spencer was one of the first influencers in the late 1700s, setting social fashions, hosting amazing parties, creating political spectacles, and, at one point, had more influence over the British Parliament than the prime minister or the prince of Wales.
She was also, at one point, $36,000,000 dollars in debt. So... let's talk about how to avoid that.
Biography: The Duchess by Amanda Foreman
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