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Welcome back, Beautiful Queens! Today's episode is all about the fascinating life of Empress Cixi of China. She was one of the most powerful women in Chinese history. Cixi was born in 1835 in a small village in China. She was intelligent and resourceful, and she quickly caught the attention of the emperor's court. At the age of 16, Cixi was selected to be one of the emperor's concubines. This was a great honor, but it also came with a lot of challenges. Cixi had to navigate the complicated politics of the imperial court, and she had to compete with other concubines for the emperor's attention. Despite these challenges, Cixi was able to rise through the ranks and become one of the most powerful women in China. She was known for her intelligence, her political savvy, and her ability to get things done. ---------------------- Thank you Hello Fresh so much for your support. And if our listeners want to give it a try Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus 15% off your next 2 months! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who was Yolande of Aragon, you ask? Only one of the most fascinating women in history. She was the Duchess of Anjou, Countess of Maine, and Queen of Naples. But she was more than just a political figure. Yolande was known for her intelligence and strategic thinking, often advising her husband and sons on matters of state. She was also a patron of the arts and a keen supporter of the poet Christine de Pisan. But perhaps Yolande's most interesting role was as a rumored practitioner of the dark arts. Some historians have suggested that she dabbled in witchcraft, using her powers to help her family in times of need. Whether true or not, Yolande of Aragon is a woman worth knowing. Some sources: https://www.monstrousregimentofwomen.com/2019/08/yolande-of-aragon-queen-of-four-kingdoms.html https://thehundredyearswar.co.uk/yolande-of-aragon/ https://www.monstrousregimentofwomen.com/2023/07/violant-of-bar-queen-lieutenant-of.html https://olivialongueville.com/2021/08/13/yolande-of-aragon-her-mother-as-a-role-model/  https://www.unofficialroyalty.com/columnists/emily-mcmahon/yolande-of-aragon-ceo-of-france/ ---------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you Hello Fresh so much for your support. And if our listeners want to give it a try Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus 15% off your next 2 months! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to episode 2 on the life of TINA TURNER, BABY! In today's episode, we're taking a look at the life and times of one of the most iconic musicians of all time, Tina Turner. Last we left her it was #FreeTina and she was leaving Ike Turner. Now she's ready to be a solo act. After splitting from Ike Turner, Tina was left to forge a path on her own. And for a few years there, she wasn't exactly living in the lap of luxury. Did y'all know Tina spent 2 years on food stamps? But with a powerhouse voice and a fierce determination, she managed to break through the noise. She released a string of hit albums throughout the 80s and 90s, cementing her status as a true legend of the music industry. Her empowering message of strength and resilience has resonated with people of all ages and backgrounds, making her a true icon of both music and culture. Oh, and if you think she was unlucky in love the first time, her second go around at love was much, much better. Did she think she deserved it? She deserves more. As we fast forward to the present day, Tina's legacy is as strong as ever. What can we say? SHE'S SIMPLY THE BEST! Some sources: Her spread in architecture's digest https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/tina-turner-home-france-article https://people.com/music/who-is-erwin-bach-tina-turner-husband/ https://wmgk.com/galleries/rock-hall-induction-no-shows/ https://www.amazon.com/My-Love-Story-Tina-Turner/dp/1501198246 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tina_Turner  https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/24/arts/music/tina-turner-dead.html https://memphismusichalloffame.com/inductee/tina-turner/ Thank you Hello Fresh so much for your support. And if our listeners want to give it a try Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus 15% off your next 2 months! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices