Truganini: The Story of Tasmania’s First People01 September 2023When Truganini died, she was mistakenly declared the last Tasmanian Aboriginal. Though some say she sold out her people, in hindsight, Truganini’s survival allowed future generations to learn about the near annihilation of the Aboriginal people of Tasmania. Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, I...00:47:18
Frida Kahlo: Behind the Canvas18 August 2023Frida Kahlo was a master of self portraits. Her uncompromising oil paintings, always deeply personal, dealt with identity, the human body and death. It wasn’t until after her own death that she was regarded as a revolutionary artist. In hindsight, it’s easy to see how The Two Fridas can be reconcile...00:47:48
Eva Perón: Argentina's Controversial First Lady04 August 2023Eva Perón was a woman who beat the odds to become an inspiration to the people of Argentina. While powerful and popular, in hindsight, she was also complicated and controversial.Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, and FacebookSupport the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hinds...00:45:53
Madame Mao: China's Feared First Lady21 July 2023Madame Mao was one of the most powerful women in modern Chinese history. But she left behind a trail of many thousands of graves. As one of the Gang of Four, her violence and acts of revenge had no limits. In hindsight, her ruthlessness propelled her to power and downfall.Connect with us:@AJEPodca...00:47:18
Amelia Earhart: American Aviation Pioneer07 July 2023Amelia Earhart was a woman of many firsts. She broke aviation records and challenged conventions about what a woman should do. But critics also questioned whether she was even a good pilot. In hindsight, did her daring and desire for fame result in her demise?Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter,...00:46:54
Winnie Mandela: South Africa's "Mother of the Nation"23 June 2023Winnie Mandela was hailed as an anti-apartheid hero and reviled as a corrupt child killer. In hindsight, can she be both? If she had never married Nelson Mandela would we even have heard of her? Yes, most likely. Listen to the first episode of season 6 where we dive into the lives of some of history...00:48:26
Season 6: Hear the lives of some of history’s most notable women19 June 2023In season 6, we hear about some of history’s most notable women. A 'Mother of the Nation', a communist revolutionary, an aviation pioneer, an unconventional artist, a politician and a survivalist. Winnie Mandela out on Friday, June 23rd! Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, and Faceb...00:01:36
Andres Escobar: The Gentleman of Football13 December 2022Andrés Escobar was considered the gentleman of football for his clean, calm play on the pitch. But his life was cut short after a mistake at the 1994 World Cup. In hindsight, it was impossible to separate the footballer, and the sport, from the other Escobar in 1990s Colombia.Connect with us:@AJEPod...00:41:51
Garrincha: The Greatest Dribbler13 December 2022Brazil's Mané Garrincha was first written off after being born with bent legs. Against the odds, he went on to become one of the greatest dribblers in football. But in hindsight, Garrincha's ultimate undoing began when he was a boy. Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook Su...00:47:52
Ferenc Puskas: The Greatest Striker06 December 2022Hungary's Ferenc Puskás is considered “football’s first international superstar.” There's even a trophy named after him for the player who scores the most 'aesthetically significant goal'. In hindsight, his journey from national hero to fugitive and hero again was already written.Support the show: ...00:49:51
