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In the early 20th century, few women in China were to prove so important to the rise of Chinese nationalism and liberation from tradition as the three extraordinary Soong sisters: Eling, Chingling, and Mayling. As told with wit and verve by Emily Hahn, a remarkable woman in her own right, the biography of the Soong sisters tells the story of China through both world wars. It also chronicles the changes to Shanghai as they relate to a very eccentric family that had the courage to speak out against the ruling regime. Greatly influencing the history of modern China, they interacted with their government and military to protect the lives of those who could not be heard, and they appealed to the West to support China during the Japanese invasion.

Brought to you by Penguin. LONGLISTED FOR THE 2025 WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION Discover the essential, must-read book about how the UK legal system is failing women, as told by one of Britain’s foremost lawyers. For more than quarter of a century, Harriet Wistrich has fought the corner of...

In Sister Style, Nadia E. Brown and Danielle Casarez Lemi argue that Black women's political experience and the way that voters evaluate them is shaped overtly by their skin tone and hair texture, with hair being a particular point of scrutiny....

The former first daughters share intimate stories and reflections from the Texas countryside to the storied halls of the White House and beyond. Born into a political dynasty, Jenna and Barbara Bush grew up in the public eye. As small children, they watched their grandfather become president...

In this groundbreaking book, Melissa V. Harris-Perry uses multiple methods of inquiry, including literary analysis, political theory, focus groups, surveys, and experimental research, to understand more deeply black women's political and emotional responses to pervasive negative race and gender images. Not a traditional political science work concerned with office-seeking, voting, or ideology, Sister Citizen is an examination of how African American women understand themselves as citizens and what they expect from political organizing.

‘Oh my goodness - another girl, Mrs Swain!' Clara's normal iron composure broke, and she screamed, ‘No! That's not the bloody deal!' And that was how my nanna, Bertha Swain, entered the world. When Helen Batten's marriage breaks down, she starts on a journey of discovery into her family's past and the mysteries surrounding her enigmatic nanna's early life. What she unearths is a tale of five feisty redheads struggling to climb out of poverty and find love through two world wars.

Brothers and sisters often dare each other to do things - it's what siblings do. However, when Connie Johnson dared her brother Samuel to embark on a one-wheeled odyssey around Australia, she knew it was a big ask. But Connie knew exactly what she was doing and was sure he wouldn't say no. Not...

Priscilla Babin and Tina Guillot are sisters, serving up some sauce about topics of interest for all. Listen in for fun and inspiration each week!

2 sisters who are discussing all the fun topics of the day from parenting young adults, our upbringing as two biracial girls raised by a Japanese mom and African American Dad to our love of kpop and kdramas

A bi-weekly podcast on pop-culture gossip, mixed media news, & finding new ways to bicker like true sisters do!

Welcome to Sideline Sisters, where the women of Winsidr are taking the lead. Jasmine Harper and Candace Pedraza break down the latest moves, trending topics, and landscape of the WNBA. Players are making major moves on and off the court, and they deserve dialed in reporting and shows that speak authentically and passionately about their careers and the league we all love. If you're looking for fresh, female voices talking hoops, you’ve found your new favorite podcast.

The Sister Source podcast offers a listening-to-action experience that blends interviews with power brokers, movement builders, and policy wonks; segments featuring sisters leading change in their communities; and calls to action that show women of color how to make an impact. Listeners will leave each episode knowing what to do to be an effective changemaker in their community!

Welcome to Sisters in the City! Join sisters Anna and Mandi Vakili as they share their unique and hilarious thoughts, feelings and experiences on life as a 21st Century woman living in the city. Expect laughs, revelations and a healthy bit of sisterly competition as the girls dissect the highs and lows of navigating life together. Disclaimer: Take everything we say with a pinch of salt, it’s all tongue in cheek!Don’t forget to follow and subscribe wherever you’re listening and let us know what you want to hear from us by dropping us a comment on Instagram @sistersinthecityofficial. ...

The Buried Sisters: A True Crime Podcast is not for the faint of heart. These two sisters will “dig” deep to provide the listener...or shall we say their “Gravediggers” with all the gritty details of the world’s most sinister, morbid true crime cases. While Irene is our true crime enthusiast and researcher, Kiki offers a balance of paranoia, uncanny conversations and comic relief. Join the sisters as they journey through the suspense, darkness and psychological thrill of true crime.

From climate action to social justice reform, sustainability is a global issues. Join our host, Victoria Lin, and our weekly featured guest, as they discuss the impact that women have on the growing sustainability movement. #sispod #sistersinsustainability #sustainability #womeninsustainability

13 years apart in age, thousands of miles apart in location, but sisters forever! Join Keisha (Gen X) and Chantal (Millennial) as they share unfiltered takes on everything from entertainment and their favorite internet finds to relatable stories about navigating this wild world - all while lovingly teasing each other like only siblings can.Tune in to Cross Gen Sisters every other Thursday for a dose of laughter, honest conversations, and fresh perspectives through two generational lenses. #crossgensisters IG: @crossgensisters

Dive into the extraordinary story of Venus and Serena Williams, tennis legends who overcame challenges, shattered records, and inspired millions. Discover how their father Richard’s ambitious vision, their family’s unwavering support, and their relentless work ethic propelled them to tennis greatness. This is a story of perseverance, talent, and breaking barriers.

Meet Sister Simone Campbell, who traversed the United States challenging a Republican budget that threatened to severely undermine the well-being of poor Americans; Sister Megan Rice, who is willing to spend the rest of her life in prison if it helps eliminate nuclear weapons; and the inimitable Sister Jeannine Gramick, who is fighting for acceptance of gays and lesbians in the Catholic Church.

From its first appearance in the late 1970s to the remarkable treatment methods that are now keeping millions alive, AIDS has been a headlining topic for decades. Master storyteller Dominique Lapierre—renowned for his best sellers Is Paris Burning? and The City of Joy—has created his most extraordinary epic of human endeavor. In this dramatic, inspiring, and tender work, the author recounts the worldwide efforts to identify, control, and eventually eliminate the AIDS virus.

Since January 20, 2025, we are officially in the era of Trump 2.0. But is it, will it be any different from Trump 1.0? And what do the events across the Atlantic mean for us in Europe?  My name is Claudia Franziska Brühwiler, and I am a professor of American Political Thought and Culture at the University of St.Gallen.  This podcast will take a closer look at current events through the lens of American history, politics, and culture. Sometimes, I will keep it short and share with you my analysis, thoughts, or some background story to what is happening. At other occasions, we will hear ...