Sheela Na Gig Podcast

The Sheela Na Gig Podcast celebrates women in history whose strength, talent, and perseverance went largely (or completely) unrecognized or perhaps someone you don’t yet know about, but should! We are dedicated to celebrating women—one per episode—who we lovingly & reverently call “our Sheelas.”

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5 days ago

WE are so excited to share our latest Sheela Na Gig interview with you with the very talented Emma Andres. Emma is a professional ballet dancer, a dance teacher and contemporary/ classical ballet choreographer. She is also a storyteller, who has endeavored upon sharing Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women through an immersive and interactive dance experience— all set within the historic Victorian manors of Heritage Square.
You won’t want to miss this production & you won’t want to miss our interview with Emma either!
 
At: The Heritage Square Museum
3800 Homer St, Los Angeles, CA 90031
May 23th, 2025, 6:30 PM
May 24th, 2025, 3 PM + 6:30 PM
May 25th, 2025, 3 PM + 6:30 PM
 
This original ballet adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s cherished novel takes audiences on a moving journey through sisterhood, love, loss, and  a artistic awakening Spring Immersive Experience
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This tour involves extended periods of walking & stairs and is NOT ADA Accessible.
 
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Wednesday May 14, 2025

We welcome Julie Roland back on this episode! You may remember her from our last episode? She is a true modern day Sheela! At just 31 years old, Julie is already a lieutenant in the Navy- flying helicopters, an accomplished magician, a lawyer and much more!
So we thought it would be fun for her to join us to talk about the amazing female magician, Dell O’Dell.
Dell was an American female magician regarded oin her profession as a pioneer who provided a role model & paved the way for modern female performers, like Julie.
Listen in to find out more about Dell, who besides magic was able to balance a couch on her chin while climbing a ladder (whaaat??) and endorsed juggling potatoes, while cooking dinner,  to women & housewives all over America to keep in shape. You gotta LOVE Dell O’Dell! And oh, there’s so much more!
Listen in & let us know what you think!? We more than welcome your comments & questions!
 
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Sunday May 04, 2025

You’re going to LOVE our latest “Sheela!”- Meet Julie Roland! Missy met Julie recently at the iconic Magic Castle in Hollywood. After just a little bit of stalking and persuasion, she got Julie to agree to being interviewed on The Sheela Na Gig Podcast! Yay!  
At just 31 years of age, Julie is already a lieutenant in the Navy- flying helicopters, an accomplished magician, a lawyer and that’s not all, she works for the Dead letter office!! Ok, just kidding about that last one, but  She’s certainly accomplished more in her short 31 years, than most of us do in a lifetime! Go Julie! According to Julie only 7% of women are aviators & likewise only 7% of women are magicians! Wow! Well we found one who is both & oh SOOO much more!
Listen here to find out more! Do you LOVE Julie as much as we do!?  And let us know what you think!? We always welcome your comments & questions!?
 
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Tuesday Apr 29, 2025

Gladys Bentley, an American blues singer, pianist, and entertainer, shone during the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s. An African American cross-dressing, bawdy performer, she drew crowds in New York speakeasies, singing her own “raunchy” lyrics to popular songs of the era.
 
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Sunday Apr 20, 2025

Part 2-Rose O'Neill was a true "Renaissance Woman"- she was an illustrator, a sculptor, a designer, an artist, a novelist, a poet, philanthropist AND business woman. She was also Suffragette and a women’s rights leader working with Eleanor Roosevelt and she was a totally original individualist.She was also the highest-paid woman illustrator of the early 20th century, who ascended to the top in a thoroughly male-dominated field, at the time. And considered the first American woman cartoonist, Most importantly, She was the 1st person ever to build a merchandising empire from her work, with her invention of the Kewpie Doll.
 
Rose O'Neill was a true "Renaissance Woman"- she was an illustrator, a sculptor, a designer, an artist, a novelist, a poet, philanthropist AND business woman. She was also a Suffragette and a women’s rights leader working with Eleanor Roosevelt and she was a totally original individualist.She was also the highest-paid woman illustrator of the early 20th century, who ascended to the top in a thoroughly male-dominated field, at the time. And considered the first American woman cartoonist, Most importantly, She was the 1st person ever to build a merchandising empire from her work, with her invention of the Kewpie Doll. Hells yeah! Gotta LOVE Rose O'Neill!
 
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Tuesday Apr 15, 2025

Rose O'Neill was a true "Renaissance Woman"- she was an illustrator, a sculptor, a designer, an artist, a novelist, a poet, philanthropist AND business woman. She was also Suffragette and a women’s rights leader working with Eleanor Roosevelt and she was a totally original individualist. She was also the highest-paid woman illustrator of the early 20th century, who ascended to the top in a thoroughly male-dominated field, at the time. And considered the first American woman cartoonist, Most importantly, She was the 1st person ever to build a merchandising empire from her work, with her invention of the Kewpie Doll. Even people who have never heard of Rose O'Neill have certainly heard of Kewpie dolls -the most widely known character until Mickey Mouse. The Kewpie doll and merchandise bearing its likeness remain collectibles to this day. And Missy has many!!!! She LOVES Kewpies, so this episode is near & dear to her heart! Please listen in & let us know what you think!?
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Sunday Apr 06, 2025

“Million Dollar Mermaid,” Annette Kellermann, pro swimmer, vaudeville star, film actress, and women’s health icon, redefined swimwear, the art of swimming, and more! We encourage you to learn more about these remarkable women who risked so very much. Please listen in & share your comments & questions. Thank you!
 
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Monday Mar 31, 2025

Phoebe "Febb" Burn’s last-minute letter to her son Harry T. Burn brought about the pivotal vote in the Tennessee legislature that secured the ratification of the 19th Amendment, granting women the right to vote.  We encourage you to learn more about these remarkable women who risked so very much. Please listen in & share your comments & questions. Thank you!
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Friday Mar 28, 2025

OMG!!! Our interview with the very talented ladies of FEAST is finally available for your listening pleasure! Please tune in and join the conversation! Let your voices too, be heard!
Featuring- Writer, Megan Gogerty , actor & co-producer, Erin Schlabach and Director & co-producer, Laura Covelli. Hella Sheelas! All of em!!
And wait, Do you live in Los Angeles or close by!? Then you don’t want to miss FEAST!
"Feast" at The Count's Den is an immersive theatrical experience, a reimagining of Beowulf from Grendel's mother's perspective, hosted as a dinner party to seek justice, exploring themes of heroism, imperialism, and the voices of the voiceless.
Missy & April will be there with bells on, Sat April 5th- Won’t you join us!?There’s not much time left though!• Saturdays at 7 p.m.: March 29, April 5• Sundays at 5 p.m.: March 30, April 6Get your tickets now! Starting @ just $45, Before it’s too late!https://dola.com/events/2025/3/8/feast-ticketsFeeling a little blood thirsty, in this treacherous time? Come solemnize your rage, commiserate and share come charcuterie and fine themed cocktails (mocktails too!)
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Sunday Mar 23, 2025

During World War II, the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands spurred the rise of many resistance groups, but few stories are as remarkable as those of Truus Oversteegen , Freddie Oversteegen , and Hannie Schaft. These young women displayed extraordinary courage and resilience, engaging in direct action against the Nazis. Their stories are not only a testament to their bravery but also an inspiration for future generations and exemplify stories of youth acting with tremendous courage against the greatest evil of the modern world. We encourage you to learn more about these remarkable women who risked so very much.
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