Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls

We sat down with pro race car driver Tatiana Calderón to talk speed, discipline, and speaking up when something doesn’t work.

Tatiana is the first and only woman to compete in modern Formula 2, and she shares how being “different” helped her think outside the box—and push for changes that make racing more accessible for women and girls.

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Nina Simone used her piano playing, brilliant songwriting, and one-of-a-kind voice to inspire audiences, challenge injustice, and create music that became the soundtrack of the Civil Rights Era and beyond. From iconic songs to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Nina Simone’s voice still echoes in the world.

This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls.

This episode was narrated by DJ Switch Ghana. It was produced and directed by Haley Dapkus, with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media. The story was written by Nicole Haroutunian and edited by Abby Sher and Deborah Goldstein. Fact checking by Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal. Project coordination by Natalie Hara. Our executive producers were Anjelika Temple and Jes Wolfe.

Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi.

A special thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team, who make this podcast possible! Until next time, stay rebel!

Dancer, singer, and choreographer GiaNina Paolantonio shares what it takes to own the stage—and stay true to yourself. Plus: her best advice for dancers practicing at home—and the mindset she brings to every class.

With tap shoes on her feet and courage in her heart, Sutton Foster danced from her living room to the stages of Broadway. Using her signature humor and charm, Sutton has brought iconic characters to life through her performances. Listen in to learn more about the Broadway musical sensation Sutton Foster.

This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls.This episode was narrated by GiaNina Paolantonio . It was produced and directed by Haley Dapkus, with sound design and mixing by Carter Woghan. The story was written by Darika Fuhrmann and edited by Haley Dapkus. Fact checking by Danielle Roth and Sam Gebauer. Project coordination by Natalie Hara. Our executive producers were Anjelika Temple and Jes Wolfe.Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi.A special thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team, who make this podcast possible! Until next time, stay rebel!

Meet Refilwe Ledwaba, a helicopter and fixed-wing pilot, a flight instructor, and an advocate for women's rights, who made history by becoming the first black female pilot to fly for the police service in South Africa.

[This aired in the Rebel Girls app in 2023.]