In the series finale of HerStance, host Sandra Koelle reflects on a journey that began in her 60s as a "labor of love." After 32 episodes excavating the stories of history’s most influential women—from Caroline Herschel to Audre Lorde—we explore what it means to take a stand for your own inner peace. Discover the "32 Key Truths" learned along the way, the power of the "pivot," and why it is never too late to start something new.

On this episode of HerStance, we confront a phenomenon with a name: The Matilda Effect. We'll uncover who Matilda was and explore the shocking practice of erasing women's contributions—not just an oversight, but a deliberate act to diminish their accomplishments or credit them to men. We also dive into the remarkable story of Margaret Rossiter, the historian who coined the term and dedicated her career to unearthing the forgotten contributions of women in science and technology. We'll also learn about Pat Stewart, the Cornell Trustee who made Rossiter’s groundbreaking research possible. Prepare to be disbelieving, outraged, and ultimately, inspired to help rewrite history.