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Ladies First (Not Really)

Ladies First (Not Really)

Written by: Sarah Dye
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 Ladies First Not Really pulls back the velvet curtain on the 19th and early 20th centuries—an era that loved to say “ladies first” while quietly shuffling women to the back when it came to rights, autonomy, and basic medical sense. This podcast digs into the real lives of everyday women: how they worked, loved, endured, and navigated a world full of corsets, social rules no one asked for, and doctors confidently diagnosing “hysteria” like it was a real thing. Smart history, dry humor, and a well-placed side-eye at the past included.Sarah Dye World
Episodes
  • Kenmore-Betty Washington's Home Saved 100 Years Ago from Destruction

    Kenmore-Betty Washington's Home Saved 100 Years Ago from Destruction
    Jan 10 2026

    Kenmore was the home of Betty Washington, sister of George Washington. In 1922, it was on the market for commercialization. A group of ladies formed the Kenmore Association and celebrated their 100th anniversary of saving Kenmore in May 2025. This episode tells the story of Kenmore and the association that saved it to be enjoyed today!


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    13 mins
  • Interview of Violet Pennick - Part 3

    Interview of Violet Pennick - Part 3
    Dec 27 2025

    The purpose of this podcast is to highlight every day women's lives and honor their struggles, accomplishments, endurance, and courage. This episode is part three in a 3-part series. It's an interview with a 94-year old woman named Violet Pennick. In this episode she shares her life story of being born in 1931, growing up on a farm in Roanoke, Virginia, impacts of WWII to her family, married life in the 1950's, her time as a professional woman, and a message for the women of today. We hope you'll enjoy!



    This podcast is making no claim to copyrighted material it is using for transformative purposes, such as commentary, news reporting, review, and criticism, which is protected under the Fair Use Doctrine, 17 U.S.C. § 107


    This podcast is making no claim to copyrighted material it is using for transformative purposes, such as commentary, news reporting, review, and criticism, which is protected under the Fair Use Doctrine, 17 U.S.C. § 107
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    22 mins
  • Interview of Violet Pennick - Part 2

    Interview of Violet Pennick - Part 2
    Dec 23 2025

    The purpose of this podcast is to highlight every day women's lives and honor their struggles, accomplishments, endurance, and courage. This episode is part two in a 3-part series. It's an interview with a 94-year old woman named Violet Pennick. In this episode she shares her life story of being born in 1931, growing up on a farm in Roanoke, Virginia, impacts of WWII to her family, married life in the 1950's, her time as a professional woman, and a message for the women of today. We hope you'll enjoy!



    This podcast is making no claim to copyrighted material it is using for transformative purposes, such as commentary, news reporting, review, and criticism, which is protected under the Fair Use Doctrine, 17 U.S.C. § 107


    This podcast is making no claim to copyrighted material it is using for transformative purposes, such as commentary, news reporting, review, and criticism, which is protected under the Fair Use Doctrine, 17 U.S.C. § 107
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    37 mins
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