Not A Lady: A Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman Podcast

The dramatic conclusion to the Boston double episode has it all: one marriage proposal, two ballroom dances, three love professions, and… escargot? What more could an audience want? Uncover the truth about nineteenth century mountain men, homeopathic medicine, the origins of the phrase “When in Rome”, and the Italian opera “La Traviata” as Sarah and Kelly wind up their thoughts on Season 2, Episode 7: Where the Heart Is: Part 2.

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When news that Dr. Quinn’s mother is ill reaches Colorado Springs, she and the children leave to head to New England as a family. While Sarah’s focus is all on historic Boston, Kelly presents her knowledge of abdominal exams, hepatitis, and medical collaboration. In an episode all about making peace with the past and finding one’s place after so much change, the sisters find a lot relatable about Season 2, Episode 6: Where the Heart Is: Part 1.

After listening to Part 1, be sure to listen to the continuing story in Episode 2.7 – Where the Heart Is: Part 2!

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Johnny Cash returns as gunslinger Kid Cole! Joining him in a guest-starring role, (his real-life wife) June Carter Cash plays a tough woman preacher who challenges Dr. Quinn’s personal faith and her understanding of medicine. Sarah and Kelly humorously discuss everything from Hollywood bounty hunters, featured songs, the Second Great Awakening, and camp revivals, before uncovering medical truths about gout, tuberculosis, and thoracentesis procedures. Religion and science strive to find unity in Season 2, Episode 5: Saving Souls.

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Sully finds himself standing between two worlds when Jake refuses to take responsibility for shooting a Cheyenne hunter. Friendships are tested as people must decide what is most important to them. Can a person choose a side, be right, seek justice, and prevent violence... or will something have to give? Plains Indian Sign Language, Cheyenne burial customs, Dog Soldiers, and more are central topics Sarah and Kelly take on when analyzing Season 2, Episode 4: The Incident. 

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What do you get when you combine Celtic and Roman festivals, medieval superstitions, indigenous teachings about dreams, and Shakespearean mock death potions? A Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman episode made just for spooky season! Join Sarah and Kelly for their breakdown of Season 2, Episode 3: Halloween (exactly 28 years after its original premiere!).

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DISCLAIMER: This episode deals with the subject of domestic violence and abuse that may be upsetting to some listeners.

Domestic Violence, Cheyenne marriage traditions, degrees of murder, medical autopsies, individualist and collectivist cultures, Sarah and Kelly dialogue through all these topics and more with the arrival of Dorothy Jennings (Barbara Babcock) in Season 2, Episode 2: Sanctuary.

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In the United States of America?

National Domestic Violence Hotline VISIT https://www.thehotline.org/ or CALL 800-799-SAFE (7233)

Outside the United States?

For information about Domestic Violence resources and aid internationally VISIT https://www.domesticshelters.org

When Dr. Quinn faces opposition in both her personal and professional life, she refuses to let male-directed traditions keep her from being the best. Sarah and Kelly return to reveal the true stories behind incredible women like Joan of Arc and Lady Godiva, before breaking down the challenges faced when practitioners disagree on treatment methods. The sisters gallop their way into a new era of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman talking all about Season 2, Episode 1: The Race.

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How much do YOU remember? Join Sarah and Kelly as they seek to answer trivia questions you sent in about Season 1 of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman. This bonus episode includes announcements and updates in regards to Not A Lady Podcast Season 2!

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Season 1 Trailer 

Not A Lady takes a positive, analytical look at Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman; discussing the plot, history, culture, and medicine in every episode!

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Join us for our Season 1 Round Up, as we look back and discuss the first 17 episodes of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman. Featuring lessons, superlatives, special music, a gag reel, listener reviews, and more! It is the perfect episode to celebrate everything fans worldwide love about Dr. Quinn!

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In which Kenny Rogers guest stars as Daniel Watkins, a nineteenth-century photographer who helps both characters and viewers see Colorado Springs in a whole new light. Diabetes, Civil War photography, and the somewhat disturbing history of popular wedding traditions are all highlighted during this snapshot discussion of Dr. Quinn’s first season finale. Join us for the breakdown of Season 1, Episode 17: Portraits.

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Don’t forget to review, write in, and record your thoughts for our upcoming Season 1 Roundup Episode!

In which Hank’s secret son (a young Joseph Gordon-Levitt) is discovered by Dr. Quinn causing major objections and discomfort amongst the townsfolk. In this episode, Sarah may or may not fangirl for the first time while Kelly makes an argument for childhood trauma and environment over perceived mental handicaps or learning disabilities. Join the sisters for their detailed look at Season 1, Episode 16: The Secret. 

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In which Sarah unearths random historical facts such as Benjamin Franklin’s suggestion for America’s national bird, Boston’s first Christmas tree, and the story behind inventing the telegraph. At the same time, Kelly cracks open the details of traumatic brain injuries while Dr. Quinn cracks open her first skull? In a chapter far more heartwarming and engaging than its somewhat uninspired title, join us as we dissect Season 1, Episode 15: The Operation.
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In which Sarah and Kelly delve into the history of romance literature and serial storytelling, discuss both primitive and modern options for treating hypothermia, and finally disagree on the validity of dramatic and emotional teenagers in love. Listen to the sisters’ animated conversation about Season 1, Episode 14: Heroes.

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In which Matthew and Dr. Quinn find themselves at odds over Matthew’s desire to get married. In this discussion, Sarah spotlights the early stages of women’s suffrage and Native American vision quests. Meanwhile, Kelly notes great advancements in medical knowledge in regards to asthma and other respiratory illnesses. Join us as we analyze Season 1, Episode 13: Rite of Passage.

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In which we uncover Dr. Quinn’s memorable birthday episode from Season 1. In this cherished installment, the Cooper kids are determined to set Dr. Mike up with the 1868 version of E-Harmony. Sarah reveals the history of corsets, courting, and the term “old maid”, while Kelly dives into medical ethics, alcoholism, what happens when a patient refuses treatment during this conversation about Season 1, Episode 12: Happy Birthday.

Released on the anniversary of Michaela Quinn's 188th birthday.

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In which Dr. Quinn struggles to prevent a great tragedy when “General” Custer returns having taken Cloud Dancing captive. The controversy behind the Louisiana Purchase, the little known medical history of the harmonica, and Custer’s complicated life are all brought to the surface in Sarah and Kelly’s examination of Season 1, Episode 11: The Prisoner.
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In which we explore the impact of America’s transcontinental railroad, reveal the origins of the white buffalo in Native tradition, and anatomize paralysis and spinal trauma. Dr. Quinn and Sully find themselves in what may be their most difficult situation yet in Season 1, Episode 10: Running Ghost.

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In which we realize that Sully has a bad habit of losing horses, Dr. Quinn fails at the most important rule of leaving the house, and is it possible that Sarah found clues about a hidden murder in this storyline? Cowboys sing, babies (and Brian) are cute, and bears are not to be messed with in Season 1, Episode 9: A Cowboy’s Lullaby. #NotALadyPodcast

In which Sarah highlights peddling showmen with miracle elixirs and gives her opinion on the ‘romantic-ness’ of Shakespeare’s “Romeo & Juliet”. Meanwhile, Kelly breaks down the tension between medical integrity and treatment goals for patients. Join us as we take a closer look at Season 1, Episode 8: Great American Medicine Show. #NotALadyPodcast

In which we take on one of Season One’s most beloved episodes talking skunks, snakes, moonshine, and mercury. Dr. Quinn and Sully risk their lives to go on a mission to find out if a local mine owner is poisoning Willow Creek, causing sickness for many people in Colorado Springs. Enjoy our take on Season 1, Episode 7: Bad Water #NotALadyPodcast

In which Charlotte’s long-lost husband suddenly shows up in Colorado Springs and he’s got plans to do more than just reunite with his children. Wyoming’s fossil history, smallpox vaccinations, the invention of baseball, and appendicitis are all topics during Sarah and Kelly’s study of Season 1, Episode 6: Father’s Day. #NotALadyPodcast

In which we discover how being a teenage girl or a grumpy old man comes with many disappointments and losses, but also new outlooks and a lot of character growth. Moreover, how are Lillie Langtry, Florence Nightingale, autopsies, hernias, and blood transfusions all related? Find out as we discuss Season 1, Episode 5: The Healing. #NotALadyPodcast

In which Jake Slicker adds prosecutor to his long list of possible job titles, Sully’s first name is revealed, Johnny Cash guest stars, and Dr. Quinn gives a speech that is just as relevant today as it was in the 1800s (or the 1990s). Join us as we discuss Season 1, Episode 4: Law of the Land. #NotALadyPodcast

In which we talk anemia, severe burns, and the menstrual cycle; while Joe Lando wins everyone over with a real tomahawk throw and Moby Dick might be the manliest book you (n)ever read. Join us as we discuss Season 1, Episode 3: The Visitor. #NotALadyPodcast

In which cooking ability may or may not stem from how scientifically minded you are, medicine makes Dr. Quinn (and Kelly) happy, and Sarah is pro-coffin making. Join us as we discuss Season 1, Episode 2: Epidemic. #NotALadyPodcast

In which we discuss Dr. Quinn's struggle to ask for help, 19th-century C-sections, the Sand Creek Massacre of 1864, and how Sully always shows up EXACTLY when he's needed. Join us as we watch the very first episode of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman! #NotALadyPodcast

Sarah and Kelly introduce Not A Lady: A Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman Podcast by previewing the why of it all! This preview episode allows these sister-hosts to share about themselves, their love for "Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman", and the vision and motivation behind the Not A Lady podcast!