Episodes

  • Mary Blair (ft. Sophie Moshofsky, Sabina Petra, Gabrielle Mirabella, Ken Arpino & Ernie Bird)
    Mar 31 2023

    On today’s episode we dive into the life of Mary Blair, famed watercolorist,  illustrator and creator of the art you see in some of Disney’s most beloved animated films.

    Written and Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella

    Music & Production by Ernie Bird

    Young Mary — Sophine Moshofsky

    Teen Mary — Sabina Petra

    Adult Mary — Gabrielle Mirabella

    Lee — Ken Arpino

    Disney — Ernie Bird

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    18 mins
  • Marian Anderson - Bite-Sized Bio (ft. Janai Brugger)
    Feb 27 2023

    On today’s bite-sized episode we take a brief look at the life and legacy of Marian Anderson. American Opera Singer & Musical Icon.

    Marian Anderson - Janai Brugger

    Written and Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella

    Music & Production by Ernie Bird

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    12 mins
  • Sylvia Rivera - Peek Into the Past
    Jan 31 2023

    Welcome to our newest segment, and our first episode of 2023, "A Peek Into The Past!" Super quick episodes bursting with information about our favorite historical women! 

    Today’s historical woman? American civil rights activist, Sylvia Rivera! A transgender woman who is most remembered for her role in the Stonewall Riots of 1969.

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    4 mins
  • Lesia Ukrainka (ft. Dana Protsenko & Mariya Ksondzyk)
    Jan 1 2023

    On today’s episode we examine the life of Lesia Ukrainka, political activist, feminist, and one of the most celebrated Ukrainian writers of all time.

    Lesia Ukrainka: Dana Protsenko

    Written by Gabrielle Mirabella

    Narration, Music, Lyrics, Orchestration and Production by Ernie Bird

    Background Music, Violin & Viola by Mariya Ksondzyk

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    15 mins
  • Eleanor Roosevelt - Patreon Special - (ft. Gabrielle Mirabella & Alan Aisenberg)
    Dec 1 2022

    Content Warning: themes of violence, racism & war. 

    On today’s Patreon Special episode we examine the life of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, American diplomat and social activist. 

     

    Eleanor Roosevelt: Gabrielle Mirabella

    Reporter: Alan Aisenberg

    Additional background vocals: Ernie Bird

     

    Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella

    Music & Production by Ernie Bird

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    18 mins
  • #GivingTuesday 2023!
    Nov 28 2022

    Our episode is entirely run on the generous donations of our listeners! No corporate sponsors, just two musical theatre writers who love sharing women's history! 

    100% of our donations go towards the artists you hear on our podcast, our website, and our podcast hosting website. That's it! 

    Head to our website to drop us a donation of any amount: www.whatwillshedo.com/donate

    Interested in becoming a Sustaining Member? Head to our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/whatwillshedonextpodcast

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    1 min
  • Halloween Special - Egungun-Oya (ft. Zuri Washington, Beverly Owens, Olivia Wray & Elisa Galindez)
    Oct 31 2022

    Today’s episode takes us deep into Yoruba mythology, where we will discover a powerful goddess Egungun-Oya, family traditions and spirits.

    Egungun-Oya: Zuri Washington

    Guest Narrator: Beverly Owens

    Olivia: Olivia Wray

    Featuring Elisa Galindez on background vocals

    Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella

    Music & Production by Ernie Bird

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    12 mins
  • Serena Williams - Bite-Sized Bio (ft. Mikayla Bartholomew)
    Sep 30 2022

    Bite-Sized Biography. Perfect for bedtime & car rides!

    With Special Guest Star: Mikayla Bartholomew

    Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella

    Music & Production by Ernie Bird

    Keep our show running by becoming a Sustaining Member! https://www.patreon.com/whatwillshedonextpodcast

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    10 mins