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That Broad's Got Moxie!

That Broad's Got Moxie!

By Kyeanna & Kassi

Oh Hello! and Welcome to That Broad's Got Moxie! Your weekly herstory lesson with funny gals, Kyeanna and Kassi. We're bringing the laughs and telling tales of influential, infamous, classy, brassy broads! Research completed, cocktails in hand - we are prepared to take on the good, the bad, and the unladylike. For too long, women have been ignored and we are here to set the record straight! Join us as we explore the lives of these moxie ladies!
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The Space Race: International Dick Swinging - Katherine Johnson & Ruth de Souza

That Broad's Got Moxie!Feb 12, 2020

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A Little R&R

A Little R&R

Hey Squirrelfriends! We just wanted to update all of our lovely listeners! The squad here at That Broad's Got Moxie is going to take a short break to enjoy the holidays, do some self care, and get ourselves prepared for a new season of TBGM! We love y'all and can't wait to get back to telling wild tales in the new year! See you in 2022!

Nov 04, 202104:55
The Baddy Broads - Kassi's Top 10 Lady Villains & Darya Nikolayevna Saltykova

The Baddy Broads - Kassi's Top 10 Lady Villains & Darya Nikolayevna Saltykova

Hey Ghoulfriends! Halloween is right around the corner and this week we're bringing the scariest, most horrific broads we could find! Kassi gives us a list of her top ten best (aka most terrifying) ladies of horror. Then Keeks rounds out the epsiode with a Russian noblewoman who tortured and killed, like, SO MANY PEOPLE! It's all bad. 

Oct 27, 202101:01:03
We're Spinsters! Gertrude Tredwell & The Fox Sisters

We're Spinsters! Gertrude Tredwell & The Fox Sisters

Bust out those Ouija boards and let's scare up some spirits! Just kidding, don't do it! This week we've got a lady ghost haunting the Merchant's House and a couple of sisters who spoke to the dead....kind of. 

Oct 20, 202101:05:15
Grandmothers of Goth - Vamps & Morticia Addams

Grandmothers of Goth - Vamps & Morticia Addams

Are there any spirits who would like to communicate with us? Hey y'all! We're here with another spooOoOoky epiosde! This week, we talk all about the fabulous women who loved everything macabre and dark and sexy! The OG vamps who cursed the silver screen and Morticia Addams, the iconic spooky queen!

Oct 16, 202149:02
It's A Monster Mash! Mothra & Even MORE Monsters

It's A Monster Mash! Mothra & Even MORE Monsters

OOooOOOOooOoo!!! Hello and welcome to Spooky Season! This week, we're kicking it off with a giant, Godzilla-fighting moth, and then we've got a whole new batch of creatures of the night from around the world!
Oct 06, 202101:02:42
Kyeanna's On the Case! Lizzie Borden & Carol Orzel

Kyeanna's On the Case! Lizzie Borden & Carol Orzel

Well hello there! Welcome to another rousing episode of That Broad's Got Moxie! This week, we're on very different ends of the story spectrum. First up, an infamous hatchet-wielding murderer who got away with it forty whacks. Then, a woman with two skeletons who advocated for medical research and was an activist for disability rights!
Sep 29, 202149:34
Literally Changing How You See - Bridget Riley & LaNada War Jack

Literally Changing How You See - Bridget Riley & LaNada War Jack

What's up everyone! Welcome to That Broad's Got Moxie! Settle in, brag a cocktail and let's dish! This week, we chat about a woman who created mind-bending, eye boggling art and another who occupied Alcatraz to send a message about the injustices suffered by indigenous folks. These ladies are killing it!
Sep 22, 202101:05:41
Pop Out the Puss - Julie D'Aubigny & Matilda of Tuscany

Pop Out the Puss - Julie D'Aubigny & Matilda of Tuscany

Hey there! Get comfy and listen to the tales of these wild women! This week, we discuss a bisexual swordfighter with a penchant for opera and a powerful, warrior countess who basically ruled Italy!
Sep 15, 202157:54
Because, ART! Haunani-Kay Trask & Marina Abramovic

Because, ART! Haunani-Kay Trask & Marina Abramovic

Aloha! Welcome to Episode 86! This week we talk about a poet and scholar who fought for the sovereignty of Hawai'i and a performance artist that just won't quit, even after she's passed out!
Sep 08, 202101:05:57
Joke Burrito - The Unsinkable Molly Brown & Mahasti Ganjavi

Joke Burrito - The Unsinkable Molly Brown & Mahasti Ganjavi

Welcome aboard the SS Moxie, the podcast of dreams...and broads. This week we talk about a woman who survived the Titanic's watery end and a Persian poet whose words ring true no matter the century!
Sep 01, 202153:29
Women Do It Better...Clearly - Olympic Scandals & Doris Payne

Women Do It Better...Clearly - Olympic Scandals & Doris Payne

She's taking home the gold!!! And the diamonds, and the silver.... This episode is all about scandals and debacles -- in the Olympics and in the life of an international jewel thief! Hold onto your butts y'all!
Aug 25, 202101:08:09
No Splash! Wild Inventions for Women & Victoria Draves

No Splash! Wild Inventions for Women & Victoria Draves

Hey there! Jump in, the water's fine! On this week's episode of That Broad's Got Moxie we talk a whole lot of wacky shit! First, we travel through time and talk about some crazy inventions created for women, we're talking pregnancy corsets and fat blasting soap! Then we dip into the true tale of a history making, Olympic gold medal winning diver.
Aug 18, 202101:06:50
Girdled For Jeezus! Women of the Olympics & Geri Laybourne

Girdled For Jeezus! Women of the Olympics & Geri Laybourne

Welcome Back to another rousing episode of That Broad's Got Moxie! We're bringing home the gold this week with two stellar performances! First, we learn the history of women in the Olympics then we learn all about the woman who created the first network for kids, Nickelodeon!

PS if this episode sounds a little off, its all Kassi's fault! We tried something different this week with headphones and things went, well, not great. LOL
Aug 11, 202101:24:39
Hot Button, Ooooh! Irena Sendler & Angelyne

Hot Button, Ooooh! Irena Sendler & Angelyne

Hey hey! Episode 81 is all over the place! First, the story of a woman who helped thousands of children escape the Nazis and kept track of each one. Then a mysterious figure who drives a pink Corvette and whose face is plastered, literally, all over Los Angeles.
Aug 04, 202101:05:26
Confidence Queen - Big Bertha Heyman & Spider Woman

Confidence Queen - Big Bertha Heyman & Spider Woman

Don't be a dummy, keep your money! This week, Kyeanna gives us the scoop on a professional liar who scammed her way to fame. Then Kassi shares some traditional indigenous folklore about the woman who spun the universe into existence.
Jul 28, 202159:29
Why Does She Need A Brain? - Surya Bonaly & Hedy Lamarr

Why Does She Need A Brain? - Surya Bonaly & Hedy Lamarr

This week's episode we've got two moxie broads who were way more than just a pretty face! First, a world champion figure skater who broke the rules and changed the sport itself! Then, Hedy Lamarr shows up with a her giant brain and Hollywood looks to serve glamour and intelligence!
Jul 21, 202101:33:22
Put Your Crocs in Sport Mode - Ani Pachen & Rita Moreno

Put Your Crocs in Sport Mode - Ani Pachen & Rita Moreno

Strap up y'all! We've got a couple of incredible women on track for this week! First, a warrior nun who fought for freedom against the Chinese occupation of Tibet followed by a Puerto Rican triple threat with a career that's lasted over 70 years!
Jul 14, 202101:08:38
A Seasonal No-Man's Land - Dolores Huerta & Island of Kihnu

A Seasonal No-Man's Land - Dolores Huerta & Island of Kihnu

Si Se Puede! This week on TBGM we talk about the tenacious Dolores who fought tirelessly for the rights of farmworkers and boycotted the shit out of grapes to make it happen. We also learn about this awesome island where the women rule the roost and keep the culture alive!
Jul 07, 202101:36:05
Enemy of the Average - Dr. Kati Kariko & Madame Ganna Walska

Enemy of the Average - Dr. Kati Kariko & Madame Ganna Walska

WEEEEEEEE'RE BAAAAAAACCCK! WOWZA! OH MY GOSH, HI! Hello everyone! The gang's all here and have we got some amazing new stories for y'all! This week, we are back in full force with two moxie ladies who are here to slay! Dr. Kati, the badass biologist who helped us all survive this pandemic and Ganna Walska, a wonderfully eccentric woman with a life full of drama and plants. We all got new hobbies during quarantine, right? Let's do this!
Jul 01, 202101:18:37
Call To Action

Call To Action

Hello listeners and welcome to a special episode of That Broad's Got Moxie. Today, we will not be talking about women in history. Instead, we are making a call to action in light of George Floyd's murder and the nationwide events protesting police brutality and systemic racism. We can all do better. Listen closely, get uncomfortable, and make change in whatever way you can. #blacklivesmatter
Jun 01, 202019:30
And The Gays Rejoiced - Margaret Cho

And The Gays Rejoiced - Margaret Cho

Hiiiii! Here's a new Quarantine Tale for you! Today's episode is about comedian Margaret Cho- a tattooed, foul-mouthed, queer, Korean American woman with a heart of gold. Listen in to find out how she made her way in stand up comedy!
May 28, 202018:25
Party at Creation Rock - Fo'na

Party at Creation Rock - Fo'na

Hafa Adai! That's Chamorro for hello! We're here celebrating another week of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and today's episode is all about the creation story of Guam. Fo'na, a goddess with supernatural powers, created the world and then sacrificed herself to create humankind. Listen in to see how she did it!
May 26, 202016:51
Getting Drunk With the Girls - Ka'ahumanu

Getting Drunk With the Girls - Ka'ahumanu

Aloha my friends! We're celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month and we've got a great moxie lady for you! Join us for another episode of Quarantine Tales! Today, Kyeanna tells us the story of Ka'ahumanu, a clever and powerful Hawaiian Queen who knew how to party. Stay safe and healthy out there!
May 21, 202022:05
The Heart of the Sea - Rell Sunn

The Heart of the Sea - Rell Sunn

Aloha Moxie Squad! Welcome to Quarantine Tales, your twice weekly dose of amazing women who changed the world with their badassery! Today's episode is about Rell Sunn, or Aunty Rell, a surfing champion who not only rode waves but made them too! An inspiring woman and a true Hawaiian hero.
May 19, 202016:35
Under the Sea - Sylvia Earle

Under the Sea - Sylvia Earle

Hello and welcome to another episode of Quarantine Tales! We're still here, still missing each other, but still ready to drop some moxie knowledge on your asses! Today, Kassi brings us another installment of "Women Who Did Shit I Would Never Do" and tells us all about the incredible work of marine biologist and activist, Sylvia Earle- the first woman to ever walk across the ocean floor. So listen up, stay safe, and stay healthy!
May 14, 202022:03
Our Lives Matter More Than Their Power - Kathy Jetñil-Kijiner

Our Lives Matter More Than Their Power - Kathy Jetñil-Kijiner

Welcome to Quarantine Tales - where we don't know what day it is or when the world will no longer be "out of order". But hey, we've got a tale of woman badassery to help you shake the social distancing blues! Today's episode is about an activist and poet who uses her words to inspire hope and highlight important issues like climate change, colonialism and social injustice. The world is a weird place right now, but today's Moxie Lady is a shining beacon of hope. Stay safe and healthy everyone!
May 12, 202014:22
The Doll Girl - Georgia "Tiny" Broadwick

The Doll Girl - Georgia "Tiny" Broadwick

Hey y'all! Quarantine Tales are coming at you, they're practically falling from the sky! Just like the woman in this episode! She started her career in a cotton mill and wound up free-falling from airplanes! Listen up to hear her wild life story!
May 07, 202018:19
Put A Cork In Her - Annie Edson Taylor

Put A Cork In Her - Annie Edson Taylor

Quarantine Tales are here again! It's Tuesday and we're here for some good old-fashioned fun! Our first tale this week is about a lady who, in an attempt to secure her financial future, came up with a novel idea that included a waterfall and barrel. Listen in to see what happened and if her plan for success worked!
May 05, 202020:35
Victim of Her Art and Intrepid Titties - Sophie Blanchard

Victim of Her Art and Intrepid Titties - Sophie Blanchard

Hey there quarantiners! Staying safe and healthy? Great! Today, Kassi shares the story of a woman who may have been scared of everything on the ground but was fearless in the air. She was the first woman to pilot her own balloon and gave everyone quite the show!
Apr 30, 202015:19
The Game of Chess, Old AF - Queen Isabella of Spain & the Chess Queen

The Game of Chess, Old AF - Queen Isabella of Spain & the Chess Queen

Ok queens, now let's get in formation! Today's Quarantine Tale is all about Chess! Where did it come from, how did Queen Isabella of Spain influence the game and why is the queen the most powerful piece on the board!? Stay safe, stay healthy and play some chess!
Apr 28, 202013:57
The Business of Aspiring Widows - Madame Popova & Giulia Tofana

The Business of Aspiring Widows - Madame Popova & Giulia Tofana

Um, hi! This is Quarantine Tales #2! Today, Kyeanna shares the story of two ladies who shared a penchant for poison and a loathing for shitty husbands. Stay home, stay safe, and enjoy this twisted tale of true crime!
Apr 23, 202016:36
Mule! Nag! All-American Girls Professional Baseball League

Mule! Nag! All-American Girls Professional Baseball League

Welcome to opening day of Quarantine Tales! This week begins individual story time for our fans and listeners and that means - 2 episodes every week!

Today's tale is all about the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League! It's spring and normally, that would mean the beginning of baseball season...but since the Earth has been paused (FOR OUR HEALTH AND SAFETY) we're going to talk about the ladies who stepped up to bat and won the hearts of America!
Apr 21, 202021:54
Kyeanna's Birthday Ode to Herself - The Hill Sisters

Kyeanna's Birthday Ode to Herself - The Hill Sisters

Hello listeners and welcome to Quarantine Tales! So, as I'm sure you know, Earth is closed temporarily. Something about a global pandemic... Anyway, we've run out of backup episodes! Our stash is depleted and now, we are self-isolating and can not record our usual way! It's Kyeanna's birthday and to celebrate herself, she has a a story for you about the ladies who created the ultimate bop - Happy Birthday!

Stay home and stay healthy! TBGM xx
Apr 15, 202021:25
The Caucasity Behind This! Mata Hari & the Kopp Sisters

The Caucasity Behind This! Mata Hari & the Kopp Sisters

Hey there social-distancing squad! Welcome to episode 62! We're here, trying to keep ourselves distracted from the chaos of the world with some cocktails and fun facts about women in history! This week, the story of a regular girl next door turned secret double agent and the tale of three sisters who took the law into their own hands after a collision in the buggy. It's been quite the week, and it's only Wednesday! Please stay safe and healthy - we're all in this together!
Apr 08, 202001:05:52
Completely Bamboozled - Ladies of Llangollen & Marie Antoinette

Completely Bamboozled - Ladies of Llangollen & Marie Antoinette

Hello to all from the safety of the podcast dome! Episode 61 is a real treat! First, we talk about 2 ladies who took social distancing very seriously. Then we discuss the scandals of a famous French queen who famously lost her head. We hope you are staying healthy and taking care of yourselves in this crazy time!
Apr 01, 202001:15:39
That Fragile Male Ego Strikes Again! Brownie Wise & the Gulabi Gang

That Fragile Male Ego Strikes Again! Brownie Wise & the Gulabi Gang

Hey everyone, its our Sexy 60! That's right, the world is in chaos and we can't leave our houses, but somehow, we made it to our 60th episode! This episode was recorded before we were instructed to avoid other humans, but have no fear, we will make it through this! This episode, we talk about the evils of pyramid schemes and plastic and the forgotten hero of Tupperware - as well as the badass ladies who beat terrible men with bamboo canes! Sit back, enjoy the quarantine time, and take care of yourselves!
Mar 25, 202001:00:12
Drop History Bombs, Not Actual Bombs - Soong Sisters Pt II & Mochizuki Chiyome
Mar 18, 202051:44
Healthy Fear of Pomegranates - Hecate & the Song Sisters Pt I

Healthy Fear of Pomegranates - Hecate & the Song Sisters Pt I

Bless my soul, this podcast's on a roll! This is Episode 58! We're bringing you four moxie lades this week AND our first two part episode! First up, we discuss Hecate, goddess of darkness and magic and find out just how powerful she really is. Then we dive deep into Part 1 of the Song Sisters, a family trio who's influence changed China forever.
Mar 11, 202001:03:04
Death to Rum - Mary Two-Axe Earley & Carrie A. Nation

Death to Rum - Mary Two-Axe Earley & Carrie A. Nation

Good morning, destroyer of men's souls! We are kicking off Women's History Month with a some seriously moxie ladies! First up, we hear the story of a Mohawk woman who fought tirelessly to win back the status rights of indigenous women throughout Canada. Then we talk about a temperance fighter whose smashing personality gave her quite a reputation.

Make sure to check out our social medias and Patreon page for updates and extra content!
Mar 04, 202001:05:01
That's Diabolical! Wangari Maathai & Mary Kenner
Feb 26, 202001:04:22
Officially One Year! Mary Fields & Ava DuVernay

Officially One Year! Mary Fields & Ava DuVernay

Happy Birthday? Happy anniversary? Whatever it is, we've done a WHOLE year of That Broad's Got Moxie! A huge thank you to all of our lovely listeners - we seriously couldn't do this without you! This week, we're delivering the stories of a Wild West mail carrier and a groundbreaking director! What a fantastic way to kick off Season 2!
Feb 19, 202001:06:15
The Space Race: International Dick Swinging - Katherine Johnson &  Ruth de Souza
Feb 12, 202051:14
Sweet Like Honey - Olive Morris & Audre Lorde with special guest, Idgy
Feb 05, 202059:11
Matriarchal Snacking - Mum Shirl & Malin Matsdotter
Jan 29, 202001:13:58
An Insurmountable Distaste for Marriage - Khadijah Sidek & King Christina of Sweden
Jan 22, 202001:07:23
*Pew Pew* Pleased As Punch!  Yaa Asantewaa & bell hooks

*Pew Pew* Pleased As Punch! Yaa Asantewaa & bell hooks

We're officially over the hill! 50 episodes! Can you believe it?! We've got some badass women for you this week! First up, an African queen who kept her golden throne from the hands of the enemy; then there's the incomparable bell hooks: author, professor, and feminist icon.
Jan 15, 202056:56
Let's Get in Formation - The Gibson Girls & Trung Trac and Trung Nhi

Let's Get in Formation - The Gibson Girls & Trung Trac and Trung Nhi

Hey hey hey! It's episode 49! What are we getting into this week? EVERYTHING! We can't be left alone or else we start a podcast. Look where we've ended up! First, we talk about the absolutely unrealistic Gibson Girls who empowered women to do whatever the hell they wanted. Then, the Trung sisters lead a rebellion against colonizing powers in Vietnam!
Jan 08, 202052:43
Happy 2020 Everyone! Selena & Lady Betty
Jan 01, 202001:14:49
Mary Kittmas! Eartha Kitt & the Virgin Mary
Dec 25, 201901:09:34
Our Hot Take on Santa - The Radium Girls & Mrs. Claus
Dec 18, 201901:03:56