About Kate Sanborn
Kate Sanborn (1839–1917) was a pioneering figure in American literature and education, known for her insightful essays, lectures, and biographies that often highlighted the achievements of women and the importance of humor and optimism in daily life. In an era when women were expected to confine themselves to domestic spheres, Kate Sanborn stood out as a bold author and entrepreneur, venturing into the male-dominated realm of business ownership with her farm in 1893. Her work reflects a blend of wit, wisdom, and a deep appreciation for the beauty of the natural world. She was also an advocate for traditional educational methods and participated in women’s rights and social reform movements. Sanborn’s engaging speaking style and contributions to literature and education solidified her as a prominent figure in late 19th and early 20th-century America.
About Beata Poźniak
Beata Poźniak is acclaimed for her role as Marina Oswald in the eight-time Oscar-nominated JFK and as the female President of the World on Babylon 5. Her audiobook performances have won Earphones Awards, Voice Arts Awards, an Audie, and have been named The Washington Post’s Best Audiobook of the Year. In gaming, she voices Skarlet, the Blood Queen in Mortal Kombat, earning the franchise’s first voice acting award in its 30-year history: “Outstanding Video Game Character - Best Performance.” As a Polish immigrant, Poźniak initiated the first bill in U.S. Congress to recognize International Women’s Day in America, an achievement for which she was honored by Congress and the White House. Through her powerful narrations, she shines a spotlight on forgotten authors and pioneering women like Kate Sanborn, continuing her lifelong mission to honor remarkable women and preserve their legacies for future generations.