Speaking of her
Celebrating Women Who Inspire — A Podcast About Remarkable Women
Looking for a podcast that highlights inspiring women and their incredible stories?
Join two sisters every Friday night as we shine a spotlight on extraordinary women from around the world—past and present—who have shaped history, led movements, broken barriers, and made a difference.
From trailblazing female leaders and historic pioneers to modern-day changemakers and unsung heroines, we share powerful, uplifting stories of resilience, courage, and impact. Whether you’re into women’s history, female empowerment, or just love inspiring true stories, this podcast is for you.
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Speaking of her
Beyond Darkness - The story of Helen Keller
Welcome back to Speaking of Her. This week, Lucy takes us on an extraordinary journey through the life of the remarkable —Helen Keller.
From the silence and darkness of her early childhood to the global stage as a writer, speaker, and advocate, Helen Keller’s story is one of defiance, brilliance, and unshakable determination.
In this episode, Lucy explores Keller’s groundbreaking achievements—not just as someone who overcame the dual barriers of deafness and blindness, but as a fierce activist who fought for justice across issues of disability rights, gender equality, and racial justice.
In this episode, Lucy delves into:
- The early breakthroughs with Anne Sullivan that changed Helen's world
- Keller’s academic triumphs and her historic graduation
- Her role as a political activist, author and speaker
This is more than a story of personal perseverance—it’s a testament to how one woman reshaped the world’s understanding of ability, identity, and courage.
Don’t miss this powerful reflection on Helen Keller—an icon whose voice continues to echo long after her time.
Disclaimer: This episode includes discussions on disability, activism, and social inequality.
You can find a public-domain clip of Helen Keller speaking (with Anne Sullivan guiding her), dating from 1929, in the Fox Movietone News archives hosted on Wikimedia Commons. It’s entirely copyright-free in the U.S., as it was released between 1929–1963 without copyright renewal. Here’s the direct link to watch or download the 3‑minute clip titled “How Helen Keller Learned To Talk”: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:How_Helen_Keller_Learned_To_Talk.webm
No Copyright infringement is intended.
