This podcast episode of "Feminist Minutes" offers a brief history of feminism, highlighting its evolution through various waves. We discuss key figures like Mary Wollstonecraft, Simone de Beauvoir, Judith Butler, and Virginia Woolf, who shaped feminist thought from the 18th century to the present. The episode also touches on the modern fifth and sixth waves of feminism, which focus on digital activism, inclusivity, and intersectionality. The episode concludes with book recommendations for those interested in exploring feminism further and emphasizes the ongoing need for equality and continued activism.