Radicals, Renegades, and Rebels showcases the lives of courageous men and women who dared to live life on their own terms. Some will be names you recognize, others, not so much. Whether they wrought good or evil, we can learn something of value from them.
Mary Ellen Pleasant fits all the descriptions of “radicals,” “renegades,” and “rebels” in a fascinating way. I love telling the stories of courageous women. When I read that she said of herself, “I wonder what I could have been with an education,” I knew I had to know more. In all my research on her,…
Think about the boldest, most daring thing you’ve ever done. Now, imagine living a life so bold and so daring, that your biggest secrets weren’t uncovered until after your death. Charlotte Parkhurst’s story is one of grit, deception, and unexpected milestones—an ordinary name tied to an extraordinary life. You may not have heard of her,…
Coming in December (because I’ve already gotten started on all my November content), I’m adding a new category of content. Radicals, Renegades, and Rebels is a topic that has captivated me for a long time. I had thought to do a podcast on the subject, and I’m reasonably sure there are enough radicals, renegades throughout…
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