Unsung Heroines: The Hidden Histories of LA Women
Unsung Heroines: The Hidden Histories of LA Women
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Unsung Heroines: A Podcast for the Hidden Histories of LA Women, uncovers the untold stories of the trailblazing women who shaped Los Angeles into the dynamic city it is today. Each episode dives deep into their groundbreaking contributions to activism, art, and community-building, illuminating how their courage and vision transformed the cultural and social fabric of LA. Through captivating interviews and vivid historical accounts, Understory brings these hidden legacies to life—ensuring these remarkable women are celebrated and their influence is never forgotten. Discover the vibrant history of LA through the voices and actions of its unsung heroines.
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Explores themes of female activism, artistic contributions, and community-building with episodes that highlight the impactful legacies of figures like Dorothy Chandler and Grace Simons, along with discussions on women's experiences reflected through various collections and artifacts.
Unsung Heroines: A Podcast for the Hidden Histories of LA Women, uncovers the untold stories of the trailblazing women who shaped Los Angeles into the dynamic city it is today. Each episode dives deep into their groundbreaking contributions to activism, art, and community-building, illuminating how their courage and vision transformed the cultural and social fabric of LA. Through captivating interviews and vivid historical accounts, Unsung Heroines brings these hidden legacies to life—ensuring these remarkable women are celebrated and their influence is never forgotten. Discover the vibrant history of LA through the voices and actions of its unsung heroines.
In this episode, recorded live during Ebell’s Distinguished Voices series, Nellie Scott, Executive Director of the Corita ArtCenter, takes a deep dive into Corita’s iconic heroes and sheroes series (1968–69), created during one of America’s most turbulent chapters. Through these electrifying screenprints, Corita paid tribute to figures of courage and conscience—while challenging all of us to see the world with more compassion, curiosity, and care.
Whether you’re an art lover, a history buff, or someone seeking inspiration—this episode promises fresh discoveries about an artist whose revolutionary spirit transformed both art and activism.
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