Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls

• Get to Know Danni Washington

  Meet science communicator Danni Washington, who brought us the story of environmental activist Xiye Bastida. Danni shares her love of the sea and how she began her science career. And tells the story of meeting Xiye in person at a climate march. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This episode was produced by Isaac Kaplan-Woolner, with sound design and mixing by John Marshall Media. Our executive producers were Katie Sprenger and Jes Wolfe. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. A special thanks to the Danni Washington and the whole Rebel Girls team, who made this podcast possible. Until next time, stay rebel! [This episode originally aired on April 20, 2021]

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• Special Episode from Who Smarted?

  We’re excited to share an episode of Who Smarted? — a top-rated, educational podcast for curious kids and families! Each fun-filled, 15-minute episode explores Science and History topics kids love (Favorite Foods, Animals, Outer Space, The Human Body, The Ocean) through humor, storytelling, and sound-rich adventures. In this episode, Accidental Inventions, you’ll find out how everyday favorites like potato chips and popsicles were discovered totally by mistake! Loved by kids 5–10 (and secretly by their parents too), Who Smarted? is available on all major podcast platforms. Just search “Who Smarted?” on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you listen!

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• Xiye Bastida Read by Danni Washington

  In March 2019, Xiye Bastida led hundreds of her classmates in New York City in the first-ever global youth strike for climate justice. Since then, Bastida has become a leading voice in the youth climate justice movement in the United States and beyond, energizing and empowering youth to speak out to save the planet. Drawing on her Indigenous heritage as part of the Otomi-Toltec Peoples from Mexico, today, Bastida continues to advocate for restoring Earth’s balance and making environmentalism a way of life. [This episode originally aired October 2021.] This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. Executive Producer is Katie Sprenger. This episode was produced by Isaac Kaplan-Woolner, sound designed and mixed by Camille Stennis. This episode was written by Alexis Stratton. Proofread by Ariana Rosas. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. A special thanks to Danni Washington! Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team, who make this podcast possible. Until next time, stay rebel!

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• SOUNDSCAPE BONUS! Sleepy Jungle

  This soundscape is inspired by Wangari Maathai. At night, the sounds of the jungle come to life. The wind rustling through the trees, the nearby stream bubbling, the crickets chirping, all combine, making a sweet song that lulls you to rest. This soundscape was produced by Katie Sprenger with sound design and mixing by Craig Billmeier. A big thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team who makes this podcast possible! Until next time, Stay Rebel!

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• SLEEPY BONUS! Wangari Maathai: How Hummingbird Saved the Forest

  When the sun sets over her village, Wangari and her family gather around the fire to cook their dinner and tell stories. Hear the tale that inspired Wangari to start a tree-planting movement. Then drift off to the peaceful sounds of the forest. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Katie Sprenger with sound design and mixing by Mumble Media and Elettra Bargiacchi. It was written by Annalisa Merelli. Fact-checking by Joe Rhatigan. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. Thank you to the whole Rebel Girls team who make this podcast possible. Stay rebel!

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