{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/642dcf9b142a0600113d6953/66ce0046732876ca2dc19344?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"HerStory Buff: Sirimavo Bandaranaike - The World's First Female Prime Minister","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/642dcf9b142a0600113d6953/1738051025335-05b5b0d3-84de-42be-8cb0-1b248cbbc2dd.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode of <em>HerStory Buff</em>, where we talk about women in history, we dive into the fascinating life of Sirimavo Bandaranaike, the world's first female prime minister. Journey with us as we explore how this trailblazing leader from a small island nation shattered the global glass ceiling in 1960, well before her counterparts Indira Ghandi in India and Margaret Thatcher in Britain.</p><p><br></p><p>We'll uncover her rise to power after a personal tragedy, how she balanced tradition with progress, and the ways she steered Sri Lanka through turbulent times. From navigating Cold War politics to implementing groundbreaking social reforms, Bandaranaike's story is one of resilience, determination, and groundbreaking leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>You can also <a href=\"https://youtu.be/SDQ9z6UrcO0\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">watch the video of this episode on Youtube.</a></p><p><br></p><p>The Ministry of History offers more than just podcast episodes! Check out our blog for engaging historical insights, access transcripts of episodes, subscribe to our newsletter for updates and early access to posts, and explore our digital content. Planning a trip to Berlin? You can even book a history tour with Artie himself! To find all this, simply <a href=\"https://theministryofhistory.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">head to our website</a>. You can also follow us on <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/ministeriumofhistory/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a>, <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/@ministeriumofhistory\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">YouTube</a> and <a href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@ministeriumofhistory\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">TikTok</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Artwork by Leila Mead. Check out her <a href=\"https://www.leilamead.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">website</a> and follow her on <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/leilameadprint?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a>.</p>","author_name":"Ministry of History"}