Hidden Heroines of History

When witch trails went after the first Colonial poet's family. On Hidden Heroines of History, host Gayvin Powers and Clare Draycott uncover the chilling story that outpaced Salem in cruelty, fear, and fallout—where lives were twisted by suspicion and nearly buried Anne Bradstreet's family. EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY.

This Fourth of July, celebrate the legacy of America’s first published poet. In Season Two’s opening episode of Hidden Heroines, host Gayvin Powers and guest Clare Draycott continue their exploration of Anne Bradstreet, whose words helped shape the early Colonial identity. Through one of her most tender poems about her children, a deeper and more unsettling story unfolds: those same children would...

What did childbirth really mean for women centuries ago? 💔 In this moving clip from Hidden Heroines of History, Gayvin Powers and Clare Draycott explore the reality of colonial motherhood. Listen as Clare reads Anne Bradstreet’s heartbreaking poem to her child—a touching, poetic farewell written in case she didn't survive labor. Discover the raw, historic power of a mother's love today! E...

Have you ever heard America’s first great love poem? ❤️ In this clip from Hidden Heroines of History, Gayvin Powers and Clare Draycott explore the passionate words of colonial poet Anne Bradstreet. Listen as Gayvin reads "To My Dear and Loving Husband," a tribute that proves true love transcends centuries. Discover the romantic side of early American history and get swept away by these historic ve...

How does the highly respected family of America's first published poet suddenly face the ultimate historical crime? 🔮 In this gripping clip from Hidden Heroines of History , Gayvin Powers and Clare Draycott explore the shocking reality of the witchcraft accusations leveled at Anne Bradstreet’s family. Discover how colonial paranoia, dark rumors, and hidden jealousies could threaten even the m...

Did you know two sisters secretly brought peace to England and France? 👑 In this remarkable clip from Hidden Heroines of History, Gayvin Powers and author Sherry Jones reveal the untold story of the brilliant Queens of England and France. Driven by deep sisterly love, these women brokered a historic peace deal between their warring royal husbands. Discover how true sisterhood quite literally chan...

Think royal court life was all pageantry, romance, and beautiful ballgowns? Think again. In this gripping clip from Hidden Heroines of History, Gayvin Powers and author Sherry Jones expose the vicious, cutthroat reality of surviving the royal court. Far from a fairy tale, navigating this dangerous world meant constantly watching your back. Discover the dark truth behind the glamour of historical r...

Want to know exactly how literacy opens up the world for the reader? 📖 In this inspiring clip from the Hidden Heroines of History podcast, host Gayvin Powers and writer Clare Draycott explore the life-changing power of early literacy. Discover how reading aloud closes the vocabulary gap, boosts cognitive growth, and completely transforms a child's future. Join the conversation and unlock the magi...

How do you find your voice when your whole world changes? In this inspiring literacy clip from the Hidden Heroines of History podcast, Gayvin Powers and Clare Draycott share an incredible story of a student who advocated for themselves after an injury. Discover why speaking up and asking for exactly what you need is the ultimate sign of strength. Uncover the life-changing power of self-advocacy to...

Is history erasing its most powerful women? 👑 In this clip from Hidden Heroines of History, Gayvin Powers and author Sherry Jones discuss her book Four Sisters: All Queens. Discover how these royal sisters mirror the beloved characters of Little Women, and the shocking reality of how hard it is to find historical records on women—even reigning queens! Uncover the truth about history's forgotten w...

Would you write a letter on toilet paper just to get a moment of peace? 🧻 Mom Life and Motherhood is explored in this Hidden Heroines of History clip, Gayvin Powers and Clare Draycott explore the extreme lengths women go to just to write and connect. Hear the wild, relatable story of Gayvin’s mom’s friend, who used her only private time while raising a busy family to secretly pen letters from the...

Did society judge Jane Austen’s literary genius by her looks? 🧐 In this thought-provoking clip from Hidden Heroines of History, Gayvin Powers and Clare Draycott dive deep into how Austen’s appearance and demeanor written to support her or change her. EDUCATIONAL CONTENT ONLY. #JaneAusten #HiddenHeroines #WomenInHistory #BookTok #Austenite

Have we been picturing Jane Austen all wrong? 😲 In this fascinating clip from Hidden Heroines of History, host Gayvin Powers and Clare Draycott discuss the discovery of a controversial new sketch that might just rewrite literary history! Dive into the mystery of the "Austen nose" and discover why the world's most famous female author may look completely different than the accepted portraits. Watc...

Struggling with literacy or a learning difference isn't a weakness—it's a hidden strength! Especially if you have learning differences. In this powerful clip from the Hidden Heroines of History podcast, Gayvin Powers and Clare Draycott reveal why asking for help and fiercely advocating for yourself is the ultimate superpower. Stop hiding your struggles and start claiming your voice. Watch to see h...

What if the very thing society labels as a struggle is actually your greatest strength? 🌟 In this special bonus episode of the Hidden Heroines of History podcast, host Gayvin Powers sits down with Clare Draycott for a powerful conversation about Literacy in the US and UK, diving into learning differences. Together, they dive deep into the inspiring reality of how learning differences—like dyslexi...

Want to help your child increase their vocabulary? Read out loud to them and watch their literacy expand. In this clip from the Hidden Heroines of History podcast, host Gayvin Powers sits down with Clare Draycott to explore a game-changing reality: how early literacy transforms a child's future. They dive deep in the full episode (A Year of Literacy) about the profound effects of reading aloud...

Who keeps the women's stories alive? Many time the answer is family. Welcome to Hidden Heroines of History . Today, we have a truly special moment revisiting an interview with Caroline J. Knight, Jane Austen’s fifth great-niece, as she dropped incredible news, the Jane Austen Literacy Foundation is officially expanded its life-changing mission to the United States. EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. #Jane...

Grab a cup of tea with host Gayvin Powers, Caroline Knight, Jane Austen’s Niece, and Clare Draycott on S:1 E:2, A Year of Literacy . Discover how a child’s ability to read unlocks a mother’s deepest dream for their future. They delve into reading history, and US and UK education,. Let this timeless wisdom inspire your own journey today. Catch the full episode now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple, and iH...

Celebrate Season 1 with an exclusive video from The Hidden Heroines of History podcast! Host Gayvin Powers sits down with extraordinary guest, Caroline J. Knight, the fifth-great-niece of Jane Austen to grow up at Chawton House. In this standout Season 1 highlight, Caroline opens up about the emotional pressures and ultimate triumph of writing her own book while navigating the monumental literary...

EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. Grab a fresh cup of tea and get ready for the spectacular Season One finale of  Hidden Heroines of History ! In this captivating episode, writer and host Gayvin Powers sits down with the brilliant writer Clare Draycott to explore the fierce spirit of America’s first published poet, Anne Bradstreet. Navigating the hardships of the harsh New World, Anne was remarkably cour...

Tuesday, the Season One finale of  Hidden Heroines of History ! reveals that not everyone shared Anne Bradstreet's writing success. Writer and host Gayvin Powers sits down with the brilliant writer Clare Draycott to explore writing during the 1600s American colonies.

Grab a fresh cup of tea Tuesday and get ready for the spectacular Season One finale of  Hidden Heroines of History ! In this captivating episode, writer and host Gayvin Powers sits down with the brilliant writer Clare Draycott to explore the fierce spirit of America’s first published poet, Anne Bradstreet.

FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. Gayvin welcomes Jim Dodson, who explores the spiritual and ancestral heart of the Great Wagon Road. While the road is famous for trade and war, Jim introduces us to the heroines within its history—specifically his ancestor, Emma Tate. Emma was a woman with a foot in two worlds: a Native American infant rescued and adopted into a settler family, she grew into a renown...

Why is it so challenging to find the women of our past? Host Gayvin Powers sits down with acclaimed author Jim Dodson to discuss the archival silence that often masks female history. In this clip, Gayvin and Jim bond over painstakingly digging for historical truth. In the full episode, Jim opens up about his five-year journey to write The Road That Made America , admitting that even when researchi...

The Great Wagon Road often features dusty men with rifles and surveyors’ tools. In the Hidden Heroines of History Podcast , guest Jim Dodson reveals a far more nuanced reality. Jim shares the striking historical truth that women weren't just passengers on the 800-mile journey from Philadelphia to Georgia; they were often the primary drivers, steering heavy wagons through treacherous terrain an...