Wo Kaun Thi with Isha Bhatia Sanan

U • Women

Listen to stories about women who dared to dream. In a unique audio book format Isha narrates some emotional stories of women achievers who have changed this world forever. Each episode is a touching story of an incredible woman who gathered the guts to do something for the first time.

One who drove the world’s first ever car | Bertha Benz

16 min 55 sec

Back in 1888 in Germany, Bertha Benz did something totally epic. Berthas husband, Karl Benz, had built the worlds first car. But he never managed to take it out. So, without telling her husband, Bertha took his invention, the Benz PatentMotorwagen, on a wild road trip. Along with her two sons, she set out for her mother’s place. This journey made history and shaped the future of automobiles.
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Listen to stories about women who dared to dream. In a unique audio book format Isha narrates some emotional stories of women achievers who have changed this world forever. Each episode is a touching story of an incredible woman who gathered the guts to do something for the first time.
One who changed the fashion world | Coco Chanel

19 min 34 sec

Her iconic creations, like the little black dress, the Chanel suit, and the timeless Chanel No. 5 perfume, became symbols of everlasting elegance and sophistication. By defying conventions, Coco Chanel liberated women from the constraints of corsets, introducing comfortable yet effortlessly chic clothing. Her remarkable legacy continues to shape the fashion industry.
One who was lynched in 17th century for being a scholar | Hypatia

18 min 43 sec

This is the story of Hypatia, a brilliant woman who lived in ancient Greece during the 5th century. She was brutally killed because she was a lone woman in a mans world, excelling in the fields of science, mathematics, and philosophy. This tale may be 1600 years old, but it feels just as relevant today.
One whose diary was published in 70 languages | Anne Frank

19 min 18 sec

Do you ever wonder how much a 14yearold truly comprehends about the world If you delve into Anne Franks diary and explore its contents, youll be astounded by her profound understanding of emotions and the complexities of life. Despite being at an age where boys and girls are often disregarded as naive, Anne Frank had a remarkable grasp on these aspects. This is the captivating tale of a Jewish girl who, during the Nazi era, found herself compelled to conceal with her family.
One who dared to become India's first female teacher | Savitribai Phule

17 min 19 sec

Since childhood, we have witnessed women predominantly in the roles of teachers and nurses. As a result, these professions have often been seen as exclusively for women. However, this wasnt always the case. A hundred years ago in India, when Savitribai Phule dared to become the first female teacher, she was thrown out of her house. This is the story of a woman who empowered girls and taught them to carve their own path in the Indian society.
One who became famous for painting her own pain | Frida Kahlo

17 min 10 sec

At just six years old, she was struck by polio. At eighteen, she met with a devastating car accident. Her spine fractured in multiple places, shoulders displaced, collarbone, ribs, and pelvis shattered. After marriage, she experienced recurring miscarriages. Then, at fortythree, she had to undergo a leg amputation due to gangrene. Yet, Frida Kahlo stayed strong and depicted all her pain in her powerful paintings.
One who wrote the world' first ever computer programme | Ada Lovelace

14 min 56 sec

Theres a common notion that boys are better than girls in math and computer programming. Because of this, when people buy gifts for girls, they often dont consider things like computers, video games, or robots. But did you know that the worlds first computer programmer was a girl Ada Lovelace wrote computer programs a hundred years before computers became popular.
One who gave Montessori education system to the world | Maria Montessori

17 min 9 sec

Youve probably heard the term Montessori used in relation to schools. But do you know what it really means How do Montessori schools stand apart from others Where did this term originate from Today, lets travel to Italy to uncover the answers and get to know the remarkable woman behind it all.
One who was killed for her revolutionary ideas | Rosa Luxemburg

15 min 4 sec

She was a Marxist, but she didnt agree with Lenins ideology. She openly opposed Lenin, but never let any disrespect come towards him. She was born in Poland, studied in Switzerland, worked as a journalist in Germany, and was known as a revolutionary figure all over the world. Today, we delve into the story of Rosa Luxemburg.