What'sHerName - Podcast Rankings and reviews

What’sHerName Podcast is an absolute gem! Hosts Olivia Meikle and Dr. Katie Nelson bring history to life by uncovering the fascinating stories of women who have been overlooked or forgotten. Their storytelling is both engaging and insightful, weaving expert interviews into vivid, nuanced biographies that captivate from start to finish.
Each episode is a journey into the lives of remarkable women, filled with humor, thought-provoking insights, and a deep respect for historical accuracy. Whether you’re a history buff or just love a good story, What’sHerName is a must-listen. The production quality is top-notch, and the passion of the hosts shines through in every episode. Highly recommend! 🎧✨

When I first turned on What’sHerName like 3 or 4 years ago, I wasn’t very into learning about history that didn’t have to do with myths, legends, etc. (Greek religion, for example). But that’s not the kind of history people NEED to be aware of. The history Katie, Olivia and the experts they interview share with us is history EVERYONE should know, and the way they present it makes it something I love to consume. I also really enjoy the knowledgeable and thoughtful commentary and analysis Katie and Olivia provide. They find things that tie into present day (history repeats, after all) and make sure their listeners understand why the women they talk about matter, and why what they did matters. I highly recommend this podcast to everyone, whether you think history is your thing or not.

I just finished listening to The Discovery of Naia. This story touched me more than I expected it would, and then I couldn’t help tearing up at the end when I heard the poem. I laughed when Katie talked about game shows in the 90s. I made connections with Olivia as she deciphered the clues. I felt compassion for Naia as I learned about how hard life must have been for her. And I was completely intrigued at how much we could learn about her based on her bones, teeth, and facial structure. Her story is both a mystery and familiar at the same time.

This is just the girl power podcast the world needed. I’ve learned so much about so many amazing women in just a few weeks (newbie). Anytime I come across a historical woman I want to learn about I always check to see if WHN has an episode on her. 10/10 would recommend! Also fun to listen while playing civilization 👀