Stuff Mom Never Told You

Getting a present isn't always a gift. In this classic episode, we unwrap some of the less pretty aspects of gift-giving.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If a picture is worth a thousand words, than Frances Benjamin Johnston gave us so much. Yves joins us to give a snapshot of her life's story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As many of us are going to end of the year gatherings, what is the line between healthy boundaries and selfishness or avoidance?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friend of the show Yvenarde joins us to share her experiences as a construction project manager.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part 2 of our look into US Representative Elect Sarah McBride, we examine the controversy  and conversation of her historic election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are clichés always bad? We talk about some instances when they aren't, and why they are popular in the first place.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You better watch out, you better think twice, or Iceland's ogress witch Grýla will chop you up and put you in a stew. Tis the season for Christmas witches, so we share the icy tale of Grýla and her dark family, with a few honorable mentions in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The final part of the Terminus trilogy opens with Tilda at her lowest point. Her son Madison has been taken, and with him, her purpose and identity. As she struggles to move forward, she grapples with her new reality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our characters embark on risky endeavors in our continuing watch of Sex and the City, including a talking sandwich.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maria Diez of the podcast When You're Invisible joins us to talk about the power of working class women and women of color, learning more about those closest to you, and why the question 'when do you feel invisible' is so powerful.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newly elected Congresswoman Sarah McBride is the first trans person to serve in the US House of Representatives. In part one, we dig into Representative Elect McBride's early life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the 2024 US election, there has been a surge in online hate against women and girls. We share some stats and data about they worrying trend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY takes a look at women's labor, both when it comes to the emotional variety of the holidays and the women making up a majority of the Great Resignation in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY takes a breath and relaxes after stressful holidays in a very special classic meditative episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are so many of us struggling to keep track of time? Why are dinner parties the inspiration of so many horror movies? All that and more in this feast of a happy hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All around the world, Indigenous women are fighting to save their language from systemic extinction. We look into a few examples.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2002 film Whale Rider was critically acclaimed, in part because of the young Maori heroine Paikea “Pai” Apirana. We delve into the character and why she resonated with so many.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In times of stress, many people turn to hobbies. Science shows there are reasons (and benefits) to this, but turns out, women don't have as much time for them. Not only that, our hobbies are often questioned, in one way or another. We look into why and share our own hobbies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The hunt is on with the 2022 Predator prequel film Prey. This sci-fi horror movie honed into so much more, from language, skill, gender norms and the dreaded Mary-Sue. Bonus discussion of Coco the chaos dog in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2002 animated film Lilo and Stitch was unique in a lot of ways. We dive into themes around family, loneliness and being different.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back with our Sex and the City watch series! We chat about cheating and big decisions in relationships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The children’s picture book The Girl and the Wolf, written by Katherena Vermette and illustrated by Julie Flett, tells the tale of a young girl who gets lost in the woods. With the help of a wolf, she is able to find her own out. We discuss themes of empowerment and respecting nature.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Nadine Caron is the first First Nations woman general surgeon in Canada, amongst other things. We shine a light on her work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The simple question of how you're doing is not always so simple, and can lead to tears. We look into a few common reasons why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do we cry? Anney and Samantha dig into tear science, the ugly cry and the benefits of a good sob in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yves joins us to paint a picture of the life of accomplished artist Amrita Sher-Gil and the lasting impact her works have left.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

....is something nice when things feel bleak. Just gather round friends as we talk about the importance of finding joy or relaxation where you can, and how for some that can look like the infamous Star Wars Holiday special.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The manosphere blames women and feminism for pretty much everything. We break down what it is, how it grew in a backlash to #MeToo, and how it leads to violence and played a role in the election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we shine a light on the works of activists in the Taino Nation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the fallout of the 2024 US Presidential Election, the SMNTY team discusses some repercussions, some actions we can take, and how we plan on handling it as a show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Look for the Light. In the finale of our Last of Us mini-series, we break down the heartbreaking decision at the heart of the final episode and its implications in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we process the 2024 US election results, we open up about our own reactions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For many of us, it can be a struggle talking to loved ones we disagree with. We chat about some personal experiences.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blair Witch Project launched a new genre of media and spawned numerous parodies. We investigate the film's impact and feminism (or not).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we share the life and works of Native American activist, poet, musician and artist Joy Harjo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the eve before the 2024 US Presidential Election, many of us, especially women and marginalized folks, are stressed. Recent numbers demonstrate how widespread election anxiety is, and the impacts of it. We dig into it and also talk about silver linings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When We Are In Need. In the dead of winter and deprivation, with hope dwindling, Ellie is captured by a religious group. Their leader preaches to Ellie about her violent heart, and she reaches a traumatic breaking point in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent waves of layoffs in the tech industry have disproportionately hurt women. We look at a few examples and untangle some of the myriad reasons why. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Halloween! We chat about some recent treats, and how Halloween has carved out a special place in some peoples' hearts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final chapter of part two of Terminus, Tilda and Madison's past catches up with them, and the future comes knocking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're digging into the works Carmen Correa has done around women and financial abuse and inclusion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Early voting is underway for the 2024 Presidential election in the US. We share our experiences with it, and some stats around women voting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Left Behind. Ellie flashes back to an innocent mall outing that ended in love at first bite, and wrestles with survivor's guilt in the present in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yves stops by to illuminate the life of pilot, teacher, advocate and politician Willa Brown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY prepares for a holiday trip to New York.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many of us associate soup with comfort and cooler weather. However, soup is not immune to society's determination to gender everything. We dig into the history, the marketing and the arguments about why this is.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

True crime podcast lover turned true crime podcaster Mabel Mora investigates with curiosity, compassion and cleverness. We pull back the layers on the Only Murders in the Building character and dig into how she has evolved over time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney and Samantha share their experiences with jury duty and testifying in court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kin. When family members reunite, histories and traumas come to light, revelations are had and pivotal decisions are made in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts of the podcast Pop Culture Moms Andie Mitchell and Sabrina Kohlberg join us to chat about the depictions of moms and motherhood in media, how they have evolved and why they matter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The SMNTY team has been busy. We recount some wins, and Anney shares her experience going to Pride as an out person.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While jury duty can be an inconvenience and has a lot of issues, women have long fought for the right to serve in the United States. We examine the history, the arguments, and the issues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're talking about Indigenous lawyer and environmental advocate Sara Omi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha and Anney discuss and review recent Korean horror movies and shows.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Samantha gets to sit down with SMNTY legend and pro Caroline to look at what is happening with the abortion laws in Georgia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this classic, Cristen and Caroline look at the history of Japanese Women Warriors and the legend they created. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha and guest host super producer Christina take an updated look at gaming today with game recommendations from Christina as a special side quest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha and guest host Super Producer Christina sink their teeth into some burning Twilight questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we dig into the work of environmental and human rights activist Helena Gualinga. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Across the US, the fight for abortion and reproductive rights wages on. We look at the what's going on in Georgia, where we're only just beginning to see the fallout of the overturning of Roe v. Wade and abortion bans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha and Anney recap their recent trip to Seattle - the food, the sights, the nerdery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did the 1990s cult classic film about aging Death Becomes Her age well? We peel back the layers of this dark satire to reveal competition between women, youth, aging, beauty, monsters and queer icons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Endure and Survive. What would you do for love? In this classic, we talk tragedy, forgiveness, innocence, revenge and survivor's guilt. Oh, and Bloaters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Please Hold To My Hand. In this classic, we pun our way through the fourth episode of The Last of Us tv show, discussing bonding and of course sad murder dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the post-apocalyptic world of The Last of Us, Marlene fought to find a vaccine, while also looking over her best friend's daughter Ellie from afar. We shine a light on her backstory, her struggles with leadership and depression, and the reasoning behind her decisions in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We check in on women and the economy, and all the issues the numbers shine light on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're gonna love this for a long, long time. Some tears are shed as we discuss queer stories and love after the third episode of The Last of Us in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tilda and Madison leave one safe haven for another, that may not be so safe after all. Can Tilda learn to trust, or is trust a luxury of a bygone era?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back with our Sex and the City watch podcast! And we're back with a pivotal episode where many of our characters are facing important life decisions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Click, click, podcast listener. In this classic episode, we talk about the 'Infected', the second episode of The Last of Us, and dive into Ellie, Tess, and the infamous and terrifying Clickers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dora Maria Tellez has spent a lifetime as an activist and advocate in Nicaragua, fighting for what she believes in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An upsettingly recent study found levels of arsenic and lead in the tampons surveyed. We look into what this means.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you're lost in the darkness, look to the light. In the kick-off entry of our very special mini-series, we react to and discuss the first episode of The Last of Us series. Anney is so excited she almost floats away like a balloon in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luisa Capetillo was an early Puerto Rican feminist, works rights activist, author, leader, and pants wearer. Yves joins us to share Luisa's story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney opens up about some recent feelings of jealousy, and reveals she is in search of a fandom therapist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When a town secret comes to light, friendships are tested and dark truths are faced in the 2019 horror coming-of-age graphic novel The Low, Low woods written by Carmen Maria Machado with art by DaNi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A master thief with a good heart, Carmen Sandiego made a huge impact on kids - and continues to do so. From her start as an antagonist in educational games and shows, to a recent reboot, she has evolved and grown a fanbase. We unearth clues around her origins and discuss why we still want to know where in the world is Carmen Sandiego.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If birthdays are supposed to be a cause for celebration, why do so many of us dread them? Turns out a lot of reasons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you know if you want children? Why are more and more women delaying pregnancy in the US? As the birthrate drops to a record low in America, Anney and Samantha discuss being childless by choice in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2002 film Real Women Have Curves touched on so much - family, romance, body image, immigration and coming of age. It was hugely impactful, and remains important today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha recounts her recent experiences getting an IUD and a mammogram, and we chat about the things so many of us are told to just deal with it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Though women have been present in sports since the beginning, numerous obstacles have often stood in the way of them becoming coaches and referees. We examine the playbook to look at the history of why this is and the ways people are trying to change it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A member of the Refugee Paralympic Team, Zakia Khudadadi competed and medaled at the Summer Paralympics in 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the 2024 Summer Paralympics come to an end, we do a quick overview around how they fare when it comes to gender equity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our classic wrap-up look at women cult leaders, we examine even more examples of women founding, leading and maintaining cults.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since pretty much ever, we've had the trope of the mean girl. You know her - she's rich, popular, has a group supporting her, and is the foil for the heroine. We trace the history, evolution and changing meaning of the Mean Girl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney has returned from DragonCon and highlights her favorite cosplays, the wins of Disco Luke and shares some parting thoughts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anti-aging. Anti-wrinkles. Aging in women has long been demonized. Anney and Samantha brush up on the history of our preoccupation with youth in women and the lengths we have gone to stay forever young in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this classic, we're taking it down nostalgia lane with the Super Nintendo hero Terra Branford from Final Fantasy 3/6, depending on your version. Part human, part ethereal creature, all pixelated glory, Terra's journey of self-discovery is one that still resonates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As AI and technology continues to accelerate, women and girls are often subject to the dark side of it and so far, our laws are far behind in protecting them. We discuss recent examples and proposals to combat the damages.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While probably not what you think of when conjuring up an image of a cult leader, women have been and are cult leaders and instrumental to propping up and running these organizations. Anney and Samantha discuss the definition of cult, what makes a cult leader, who they target for members and historical women cult leaders in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yves shares the story of Jarena Lee, the first authorized woman preacher of the African Methodist Episcopal Church.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that we're back from speaking at the Podcast Movement conference in DC, we do a check-in on how we feel, and how it went.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Summer 2024 Olympics have come to a close. We take a look back over some of the controversies and the triumphs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a traumatic incident led to imprisonment, Teodora del Carmen Vasquez became an advocate for reproductive rights in El Salvador, and around the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent media has once again kickstarted a conversation around the responsibility of depicting domestic violence. We talk about some examples, and why its important that we talk about it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's not that there are no women coaching female basketball (consider the legendary Pat Summit and others), but Title IX has more male coaches. Join Caroline and Cristen as they explore homophobia, sexism and the glass wall that coaches often run into in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tilda and Madison finally discuss the traumatic events that led them to hide and recover.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As her birthday approaches, Anney looks back at birthdays past and shares her gratitude for the people in her life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Haenyeo, or sea women, from Jeju Island in South Korea are a community of respected older women who free dive for sea creatures for food. We dive into their long history, traditions, examples, dangers, culture and future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Final Fantasy's Yuna was a fan favorite character who confronted her beliefs and broke a cycle of destruction of violence. We talk about her journey and why it resonated with so many.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that the 2024 Summer Olympics are over, there is a lot to discuss. Before we get to our wrap-up episode, here are some highlights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deeply personal and emotional, forgiveness is also deeply difficult, fraught, and when it comes it to women, sometimes weaponized. In this classic episode, Anney and Samantha debunk some forgiveness myths, discuss how-tos, and dig into the potential health benefits of letting go.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2000 coming-of-age rom-com Bring It On delivered memorable cheerleading routines, songs that can't be forgotten and iconic lines. SMNTY breaks out our spirit fingers and chats about cheerleading, athleticism, high school, and some problematic messaging.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With age comes growing pains, especially as women. We talk about the difficult balancing act of feminists beliefs, beauty and aging standards, personal desires and confidence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2022 graphic novel Cult Girls written by Natalie Grand and illustrated by Cassandra Bolan tackled the author's experience with a patriarchal, suppressive religion and breaking free from it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we are delving into the world of scientist, geneticist and professor Dr. Marlena Fejzo and her work around pregnancy sickness and hyperemesis gravidarum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blaming women for a whole host of things isn't anything new. A recent headline out of South Korea reinforces that point. We unpack the truth of the situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buckle in for a wild ride as we trek off the beaten path and into the desert with the recent horror comedy film Scream Therapy. We break down topics like friendship, incel cults, demons and of course, Nicolas Cage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to fighting wildfires, women have historically faced a lot of obstacles. We uncover the often overlooked history of women doing this difficult work, the progress that's been made, and the work that still needs to be done.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life changes in the lives of those close to us can make us question our own choices. We reflect on changes, choices and stability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the 2020 election, we had a follow-up conversation with Bridget Todd about how misinformation and disinformation played out before and after the election, what we should look out for in the future, how to provide people 'off-ramps', why it's a gender justice issue and why it all matters in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're shining a light on the works of young climate activist Xiye Bastida.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2024 US presidential election cycle has been chaotic, and we have all been bombarded with misinformation and disinformation, most recently around Vice President, and presumptive Democratic Presidential nominee, Kamala Harris. We break down some of the primary tactics being used.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the historic nomination of the first Black woman to the US Supreme Court, Ketanji Brown Jackson, we're already seeing a flood of sexist and racist disinformation and misinformation. Bridget Todd stops by with a primer on SCOTUS and what to look out for in this nomination process in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that the 2024 Olympics in Paris are underway, we dig into some highs and lows, controversies and triumphs, and discuss what is to come.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shakeups and breakups! Go big or go home? We continue our ongoing watch series of Sex and the City with a big episode full of exes, new love and breakups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The world of private investigators has long been obscured - and male dominated. Private investigators and hosts of the podcast Private Eyes shed some light on the realities of the job and how the industry is changing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympian Anita DeFrantz made history in multiple ways when she was appointed to the International Olympic Committee. Through her efforts, she's helped extend opportunities for others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two of our update on gaming, we discuss two very different games we've recently played, the qualifications of a cozy game and women in the gaming industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disaster and survival movies don't have the best track record when it comes to their treatment of women. From who deserves to die, consumption of female bodies, to ice queens who, gasp, don't want kids, what are these movies saying about who deserves redemption and who deserves to die? We look into two examples - Jurassic World and Deep Blue Sea in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a disastrous encounter with other survivors, Tilda and Madison find shelter and wrestle with their emotions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney gives an update on fanfiction, including love triangles, how comments and community shape the story, turning hobbies into work, and writing romance while ace.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Natalie Lloyd's book Hummingbird is a moving, magical story about dreams, memory, family, friends, creativity, acceptance and finding yourself. We share our thoughts, discuss some themes, and (almost) shed some tears.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Toph Beifong is a fan favorite character from the award winning shows Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra. First introduced as a twelve-year-old blind earthbender, her character was initially designed very differently. We dig into her history and why she's so beloved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha checks in with an update on a game she's been playing, Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley. We dig into some history and themes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IUDs and implants are among the most effective contraceptive options, but their popularity in the US is only now spiking. Cristen and Caroline explain the different types and explore how stigma and sterilization fears have slowed their spread in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The award-winning 2018 film A Quiet Place made a lot of headlines, including for the acting of deaf actress Millicent Simmonds. We talk about why this matters and why it shaped the movie and helped make it successful. Plus bonus discussions of aliens and apocalypse plans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We return with a dramatic episode of our Sex and the City watch series with conversations about different stages of relationships and how past experiences can inform them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Columnist, Associate Editor at the Boston Globe and host of the podcast Say More Shirley Leung joins us to talk about the many shades of burnout for women, especially during and after the pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we shine a light on the work of Sherwood-O’Regan, a disability, climate, and indigenous rights activist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent comments around the weights of two actors in a fictional romance in Bridgerton has kickstarted a lot of conversation. We break some of it down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

J. Marion Sims is hailed as the father of gynecology, but his legacy is tainted by his experimental surgeries on enslaved women. In this classic episode, Cristen and Caroline contextualize Sims' controversy, diagnose medicine's racist past and honor the unsung mothers of gynecology.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yves is back with the story of Marie-Louise Christophe, the first Queen of independent Haiti.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes, because of experiences, systemic problems, and internalized fears, it can be hard to take care of yourself. Anney shares a recent example.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the US, there is something often called a 'marriage penalty' for people with disabilities. We dig into the very complicated and often heartbreaking details of what this is, and why the system was designed this way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're highlighting athlete, activist, speaker and artist Doaa Shayea. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Going to the gynecologist can be a vulnerable experience, and can really hinge on the gynecologist. We talk about some gendered differences and preferences when it comes to going to the gynecologist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are there gender differences in hearing and hearing loss? What about in how we listen and who we listen to? Yes and yes. Give this classic episode a listen to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All around the globe, goddesses have and continue to influential and inspirational. We showcase some examples from different regions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our ongoing Sex and the City watch podcast, we talk about numbers, double standards and STIs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the 1999 action-adventure classic The Mummy might not top a lot of feminist movie lists, that didn't stop us from finding some feminist elements in it (and due to Samantha's insistence, The Mummy Returns) to talk about. Come along on this sometimes terribly CGI-ed adventure as we discuss the feminism of these movies and the iconic heroine Evie in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we highlight the work of disability justice writer, speaker and activist Haben Girma.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we enter Disability Pride month, we check in with some stats about the intersection of women and disability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unique, quirky and subversive, zines have a long feminist history. In this classic, we flip through the pages of the past and future of zines, and discuss how people are fighting to diversify and preserve zines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pride flags have been destroyed and even banned in public spaces across the country. We talk about how that has played out on a larger scale and a more personal one in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a follow-up to our recent episode about the conservative fear-mongering around gay behavior in animals, we read some notes from listeners about the topic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 1999 cult classic But I'm a Cheerleader was a hugely significant film for so many in the LGBTQ+ community - and it almost didn't get made. We discuss why it is still a go-to for so many. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we highlight the work of Indigenous activist, scholar and educator Charlie Amaya Scott.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When does daydreaming become a problem, and does it impact women more? We break down maladaptive daydreaming.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this classic episode, we discuss Alison Bechdel's graphic novel and memoir Fun Home: A Family Tragicomic and dig into themes of sexual identity, gender norms and dysfunctional family dynamics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tilda and Madison have an encounter with some of the few survivors remaining in the world with devastating consequences. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to dating, people have some issues where they draw the line. As we continue our Sex and the City watch podcast, we chat about some of those - and about how some things have not aged well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is pinkwashing? Friend of the show Joey joins us to explain and breaks down corporate and political examples. Links: Protest at the GLAAD awards: https://www.them.us/story/glaad-awards-palestine-protest-act-up-new-york-city  Sarah Schulman on Pinkwashing: https://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/23/opinion/pinkwashing-and-israels-use-of-gays-as-a-messaging-tool.html  More from Sarah Schulman: https://www.them.us/story/sarah-schulman-palestine-interview  More on Pinkwashing from alQaws: https://www.alqaws.org/articles/Beyond-Propaganda-Pinkwashing-as-Colonial-Violence  Matt Bernstein Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xsgdk-DDSXc&ab_channel=mattbernstein  IDF Blackmails Queer Palestinians: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/sep/12/israeli-intelligence-reservists-refuse-serve-palestinian-territories  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After inheriting powers from her mother, Nia Nal became the Dreamer, a superhero with the ability to see the future. This character broke a lot of barriers when it came to trans representation and has so much story to be written.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The term 'mother' has blown up on the internet, but it has a much longer history rooted in queer communities of color. We trace the history and dig into its current mainstream usage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More men than ever before are raising kids as single dads. To celebrate Father's Day, Cristen and Caroline trace how single fatherhood has become the new normal and spotlight how and why society treats single dads differently from single moms in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gabby Rivera's 2016 book Juliet Takes a Breath is a coming of age and coming out story of finding voice, identity, feminism and support through women. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Pride month, and there's a lot of talk about animals and the 'natural order' by those against the LGBTQ+ community. But at its heart, this argument ignores reality, is ultimately pointless, and ignores some pretty cool stuff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Game developer and creative director of Stumbling Cat studio Renee Gittins joins us to talk about the challenges and rewards of developing an indie game like her recent game Potions: A Curious Tale and being a woman in the industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Pride Month, we check in on Anney to get an update, both personally and politically.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recently, there has been a lot of conversation speculating that the size of tampons (and pads) have shrunk while the price has remained the same. We unpack how the claims and response measure up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Almost as soon as public libraries began flourishing, librarian quickly became one of the most female-dominated jobs in the country. In this classic, Cristen and Caroline break down was being a librarian was really like back in the day and the badass women who've shaped these community centers of learning and culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friend of the show Joey stops by to highlight the 2023 satirical, irreverent film Bottoms and why it is an important (and fun) example of breaking down high school movie tropes all while being queer-centered.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We continue our Sex and the City watch series with an episode that has not aged well at all when it comes to gender and sexual orientation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As they continue to flee the wreckage of recent revelations, Tilda and Madison finally encounter some people in their post-apocalyptic landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we celebrate the activism, writings and entrepreneurship of Bandy Kiki, especially in the LGBTQ+ community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent study found that US patients of all genders were more likely to survive and not be re-hospitalized when being treated by women doctors. We examine this study, what it demonstrates (and doesn't), and potential suggestions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being a librarian was originally a man's job. Then Melvil Dewey and his book-loving bros came along and changed all that. But while the feminization of librarianship offered a new occupation for women, it was built on old ideas about female nature and its proper place. Learn more in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hi Stuff Mom Never Told You Fans! Take a listen to the trailer of our newest show Sixteenth Minute (of Fame) About the show: Sixteenth Minute (of Fame) is a weekly show from Jamie Loftus that takes a closer look at the internet’s main characters – one part reported, one part interviews, and one part Jamie collapsing her permanently internet-damaged brain. Whether it’s an enduring meme or a dreaded Character of the Day distinction, it’s the kind of notoriety that often results in little money, unwarranted attention, and a confusing blurred line of consent. What do you do when you get more attention and judgement than any one person is built to handle? The Sixteenth Minute of Fame is the place where we figure that out, putting people in the context of the moment they've been frozen inside of. Listen here and subscribe to Sixteenth Minute (of Fame) on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we are making our way through a major election year, we are seeing a distressing increase in misinformation, disinformation and attacks against women candidates and leaders. Bridget Todd breaks down the situation and why it is crucial to address for the future of democracy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For a long time, car troubles has been both a pickup line used by men, and a way to gatekeep women. Is that still the case?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During the Industrial Revolution, there was a lot of flux and discussion around the rights of workers. Yves stops by to share the multifaceted story of the life of labor activist Sarah Bagley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we highlight the work of climate justice activist, poet and writer Selina Leem. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bedrotting was a social media trend that raised a lot of eyebrows and questions. Recent analysis has labeled it as 'languishing'. We delve into what it is and the implications.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY continues our conversation on women and happiness, digging into the happiest countries in the world in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two of our look at Hugh Hefner and Playboy, we chat with Bridget Todd about packaging the controlling of women's liberation and empowerment, and what it means to take in the true scope of this legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are there some women who are all about bringing down other women? That is the question at the center of this episode of our Sex and the City watch series. We have thoughts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The legend and legacy (and lies) of Hugh Hefner and Playboy loom large to this day and left an undeniable impact - and caused a lot of harm, largely centered on exploiting women. Friend of the show Bridget Todd joins us in breaking down the history, the PR behind the public image and the damage behind it all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rose Tico's loyalty, skills and love was vital to the Resistance in the 2017 Star Wars film The Last Jedi. However, when the character was introduced, she was met with a lot of online hate and criticism that had major consequences. We break down the character and the reaction to her.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even in one of the most isolated places in the world, women cannot escape sexism and harassment. Recent whistleblower accounts of women's experiences in Antarctica serve as a grim reminder of this.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we continue our mini-series on women and happiness in this classic, we ask the question: who is happier? Are queer couples happier than straight couples?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recently, online dating service Bumble went viral for all the wrong reasons with an ad campaign. We break down what went wrong, why people were so angry, and the company's response.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weddings can be beautiful expressions of love and a place for reunions and celebration. They also can sometimes bring out questions about singlehood, in yourself and in strangers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a big year for bug science as two broods of cicadas are set to emerge. We connected with Emma Grace the entomologist to learn about women in entomology, bug science, cicadas and Star Wars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We highlight some of the Hawaiian women making waves in the surfing world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is hyper independence? What does it have to do with women, trauma and relationships? We explain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2023 film Past Lives is a beautiful, critically acclaimed look at diverging paths and identities. We talk destiny, true love, childhood sweethearts and wondering about the path not taken.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We continue our watch of Sex and the City, chatting about dating politicians, politics and figuring out who you want to date. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mentors and role models can be hugely empowering for women. In this classic, Anney gushes about her mom, and we discuss the value of having strong women in our lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gangster We Are All Looking For by Vietnamese-American author lê thi diem thúy is a poetic look at immigration, memory, trauma, identity and loss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first part of our look at Hawai'ian women surfers and history, we delve into the work of surfer and writer Mindy Pennybacker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recently, Nike got in some hot water after debuting a very revealing women's uniform for Team USA's track and field competitors. We chat about the internet firestorm that ensued, the company's response, and why it is (and has been) an issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this classic, Anney and Samantha talk crop tops, space politics, forbidden love and Padmé Amidala. We hope we're not breaking your heart and going down a path you can't follow. Also all who hate sand are welcome.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of the 25th anniversary of the film 10 Things I Hate About You, we take a look back at the popular retelling of The Taming of the Shrew.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Got blue milk? Anney does, and in anticipation of Star Wars day, she breaks down some what-could-have-beens and theories circulating in the Star Wars fandoms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For many of us, May Day conjures images of Spring Festivals, but also a day dedicated to workers' rights, known as International Workers' Day. The two are related, and shine a light on so many intersectional issues that continue to be important.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yemeni activist who has been working for the rights and nonviolent resistance for women’s rights and freedoms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Would you rather be stuck in the woods with a man or a bear? This hypothetical question went viral and exposed so much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two of this classic, we talk about all of the pressures and responsibilities impacting women's happiness, the happiness gender gap, and the importance of parity in government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the wake of a dire message, Tilda and Madison ponder the 'right' course of action and wrestle with morality in a dying world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our watch podcast of Sex and the City is back! We open Season 3 with a bang, bringing in our friend and executive producer Maya to discuss the idea of women and rescue, independence, and not so great dudes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bridget Todd shines a light on the Lenna image, an image that became foundational to the internet and has an enduring legacy. The story of how this image became so widespread without the consent or fair compensation of the model in question highlights problematic attitudes around women in tech spaces.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Stargate SG-1, Samantha Carter held many titles and shattered many stereotypes (while also upholding some). We decode her fictional and IRL accomplishments and legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we prepare for the historic emergence of two broods of cicadas, we unearth the story of the often forgotten woman behind a key cicada discovery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's the state of women and happiness? It's a mixed bag. In this classic, we react to some opposing takes on women's happiness. Send good news please.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the decriminalization and commercialization of weed in some of the US, we've seen some very troubling marketing towards women (and blatant ignorance of the past). Friend of the show Joey stops by to go over the history, the issues and the positive potential of cannabis. Links: Sexism and the Weed industry: https://www.denverpost.com/2024/02/01/sexism-weed-marijuana-cannabis-pot-industry-no-girls-in-the-grow/  Women and the War on Drugs: https://lawcat.berkeley.edu/record/1113962?ln=en&v=pdf  Indigenous Women Revolutionizing the Cannabis Industry: https://www.forbes.com/sites/lindseybartlett/2024/04/11/how-indigenous-women-are-revolutionizing-the-cannabis-industry/?sh=d07964d6c3a0  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At one time, Stuff Mom Never Told You had a big video component. Anney looks back at when editing video was her primary job as part of this show, the constant second-guessing and some accomplishments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the 50th episode of Female Firsts with Yves, we came together in person to celebrate, reflect, and tease the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Purnima Devi Barman fell in love with birds as a child, and that has translated to her educating her community on the importance of protecting a local species of bird under threat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since the beginning of time, eclipses have caused fascination and stories. We shine a light on some of these stories and beliefs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weight loss is not always a good thing, yet it's often something that is complimented. Anney and Samantha dig into why it's complicated in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special double feature episode on New Moon and Eclipse, we continue our take on the Twilight saga with super producer Christina. We break down the themes, take a quiz and do dramatic reenactments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Funerals and death can bring up all kinds of feelings that can be hard to make sense of, and also highlight family traditions and fault lines. Samantha shares a recent experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A dystopian climate change time travel novel that tackles issues of environmentalism, colonization, gender, queerness, race, class, art and all kinds of other things, Indiana Rita's 2015 work Tentacle almost defies explanation. We break down this futuristic vision and what it says about our past, present and future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We take a look back at the 4B feminist movement in South Korea, and discuss where some issues are.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The power dynamic of landlords goes back centuries, and persists today.  And there are a lot of gendered stereotypes wrapped up in it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can we make our sex lives more environmentally friendly? The internet has some answers in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Advice columnist, author, journalist, podcaster, and pop culture enjoyer Meredith Goldstein joins us to talk about the power of the breakup story, the art and importance of advice columns, changing dating landscapes, and the podcast Love Letters. Also vampires.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney lays down her feminist thoughts of some recent horror movies: Late Night with the Devil, You'll Never Find Me and The Royal Hotel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our duo continues to flee from mysterious forces and tries to find shelter from the cold, when they are contacted by a surprising person from their past with unclear motives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we highlight four organizations doing hard and important work in the realm of trans rights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the anniversary of buying her home coming up, Samantha gives some updates and advice on home ownership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reddit is a huge collection of online communities that house everything from toxic misogyny to beautiful feminism and the most niche things in between. We break down some of the popular site’s issues, and how one particular subreddit is shining a light on gender inequality in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yves joins us to crack open the pages of the life of Frances Anne Rollin Whipper, a Black author and diarist with a couple of firsts under her belt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We talk about comfort foods, food memories and traditions - and how things have changed between generations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our ongoing look at magazines, we dig into teen magazines - the big players, their success, the helps and harms, and their evolution. And quizzes. Oh the quizzes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we showcase the work of Elyse Fox and the Sad Girls Club and their work to highlight mental health issues and provide support particularly within in the Black community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the podcast anniversary of Samantha joining the show with our mini-series on trauma, we take a look back out how it came about and how it impacted us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this classic, Bridget Todd joins us once again to discuss disinformation this election cycle, how it specifically impacts women and especially Black women and women of color and ways we can combat it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY is overjoyed to once again be joined by Georgia House Representative Park Cannon. We check in on reproductive rights, voting rights, and why elections matter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Take a jaunt down memory lane with us as Anney reflects on the anniversary of becoming a podcast host.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bridget Todd joins us to break down the proposed TikTok ban in the US, what's behind it, what it means, and who it would most impact.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Final Fantasy 7 is one of the most beloved games of all time, and at the heart of it is Aerith, a woman who embodies so much more than the various stereotypes people like to bestow on her. A woman who sells flowers, a warrior, a flirt and the last of her kind, her story resonated with so many.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha does a check in with cozy gaming, and some games she's enjoying right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this classic episode, SMNTY formally requests your listenership of this tasteful and of course classy discussion on the hot goss and spilling of the tea in Jane Austen's Persuasion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2016 movie Moana was groundbreaking in a lot of ways. We go over some of the reasons why as we find our way to the heart of this movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We return to roots and celebrate with beer from The Lost Druids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is time for the long-awaited episode on Jane Austen's enduring classic novel Pride and Prejudice. We navigate issues of class, romance, expectations, first impressions, and of course, pride and prejudice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we share a piece of the amazing works of Nzambi Matee when it comes to sustainability, recycling and environmentalism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you are feeling extra awkward or heightened anxiety after the pandemic, you are not alone. We dig into some numbers and some personal experiences around Post Pandemic Social Anxiety.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When is it cheating if there's no sex or physical contact? Welcome to the murky world of emotional cheating. In this classic, Cristen and Caroline confront its warning signs, hallmarks and social media minefield.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Around the world, the birth rate is declining and it is sounding a lot of alarms. What is behind the decline? While some would like to blame feminism, there are many factors at play.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney gives an update on her gaming, from Dungeons and Dragons, Final Fantasy and Last of Us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the Comstock Act? Why is it coming up in many conservative conversations about banning abortion in the US? In the wake of 'fetal personhood' bills like the one recently seen in Alabama around IVF, we look at the Victorian era law being used to further the attack reproductive rights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're highlighting the work and activism of Haitian activist Guerline Jozef.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where does the stereotype that women talk too much, and talk more than men, come from? Turns out there is a long history that we are still feeling to this day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we enter a post Roe v Wade world, Bridget Todd sheds some light on the misinformation and disinformation permeating the conversation around abortion, and tells us why abortion is a tech issue in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After their mysterious pursuer finds their safe haven, Tilda and Madison are forced to flee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Leap Day, and we're feeling celebratory, so we look back over a very busy month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yves joins us to discuss the story of Belinda Sutton, a Black woman who wrote one of the earliest known American petitions arguing for reparations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this episode, we dig into the impactful work of Byllye Avery in the realm of healthcare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What exactly does 'work spouse' entail, and should we retire the term altogether? We discuss examples, history and problems.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this classic episode, Yves joins us to shine a light on the compelling and storied life of Sissieretta Jones, the first Black American woman to headline a concert at Carnegie Hall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a truth universally acknowledged. For this month's book club, we dig into issues of class, gentrification, prejudice, sisterhood, coming of age, family, home and love with Ibi Zoboi's 2019 novel Pride: A Pride and Prejudice Remix. Anney and Samantha share their different takes based on their differing familiarities with Jane Austen's work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Executive producer of the show Maya joins us IRL to delve into the world of zero-proof, spiritless cocktails, and shares one of her favorites.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After some high profile recent cases and a long history of non-high profile cases, Bridget Todd joins us to break down the basics of deep fakes, cheap fakes, how it impacts women and what companies are doing about it (or not).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marvel's Monica Rambeau, AKA Lieutenant Trouble, has had a wild ride from looking up as the stars as a child, to confronting a witch, getting her own powers, and reaching the stars as an adult. We track her journey and ponder her future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new Last of Us 2 Remaster came with a making-of documentary addressing topics like the pandemic, work-life balance, toxic fandom and women and violence. Anney has thoughts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yves shares the story of Alice Ball, the first woman to get a master's degree from the College of Hawaii and so much more in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 1995 movie Waiting to Exhale featured a blockbuster cast and centered around friends navigating loss, change and new beginnings. We talk themes around friendships, love and renewal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We sip cocktails made with Yola Mezcal and talk about the women behind the company.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joan Michelson of Electric Ladies Podcast (and a million other things) joins us for a very special episode to discuss climate justice, women in leadership and the amazing work women are doing. She also gives us a much needed pep talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we discuss the Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa, or SIHA, and the work they've done for women in Africa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Galentine's Day, Valentine's Day and...Mistress Day? We unpack what Mistress Day is and how it got started.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether you celebrate Galentine's Day, Valentine's Day, Singles Awareness Day, or none of the above, Anney and Samantha have you covered with a chocolate box of history, traditions and Vinegar Valentine's in this classic episode. Will you be our Galentine?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The world of online dating has undergone a lot of changes recently, introducing new paid tiers and AI. We talk about the cost of matching, harassment, scams and technology.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are a lot of holidays and events going on at the moment. We run through traditions (or non-traditions), and ask if listeners have any they want to share.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friend of the show Joey joins us to explain girl trends on social media, what they say about where we are societally, why they are popular and why we need to critically question them. Links:   Trad Wives: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/105-stuff-mom-never-told-you-21123631/episode/whats-missing-from-the-online-discourse-146893296/    The Feminization of Self-Care: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/105-stuff-mom-never-told-you-21123631/episode/smnty-classics-the-feminization-of-self-care-142681765/    Pick-me’s: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pick-mes/id1656465616?i=1000604970651    Coquette Capitalism: https://www.tiktok.com/@c.a.i.t.l.y.n/video/7313264568569187630    Girl Hobbies: https://www.tiktok.com/@raylot/video/7323330833283058975?q=girl%20hobbies&t=1707252860398  The suffocating trend cycle: https://www.tiktok.com/@heidsbecker/video/7323388156588428587?_r=1&_t=8jc0RH6cu67&social_sharing=1  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paris Hatcher is a Black, queer feminist who has been integral in the fight for reproductive rights, voting rights and defining and living Black feminisms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Its time again to bust open our digital inbox and read messages from you amazing listeners, ranging from Disney Princesses, tabletop games, haunted houses, AI and asexuality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From ill-advised haircuts to sobbing over breakup songs, heartbreak is a powerful thing that can make us do all kinds of stuff. In this classic, Anney and Samantha examine the gender differences in heartbreak, dig into whether it can be deadly, share some personal experiences, and ask the ever-important question: will our heartbreak go on and on?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY continues flipping through the history and impact of women's magazines, this time focusing on diet culture and sex advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY talks about how they are doing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Traditional Wife, or 'Trad Wife', is getting a lot of traction online lately. Bridget Todd breaks down what a Trad Wife is, what they represent, why they may be having a bit of a moment on social media and how it may reflect the not so great situation women are in right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lady Shug or Ky Victor is an Indigenous nonbinary queer drag activist working for equal rights and protections.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Continuing our reviews of tabletop games, we go retro with the very dated (and gendered) game Girl Talk. We talk tech and tropes. Will we ever get a date??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this classic happy hour, we're enjoying Uncle Nearest whiskey and talking women and whiskey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tilda and Madison experience a brief respite as the cold rages outside their temporary safe haven, and Tilda's past decisions continue to cling to them like a shadow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why we gotta make things so complicated? We discuss what happens when hobbies - everything - becomes work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Esther Yi's 2023 novel Y/N delves into fandom, obsession and loneliness, all while blurring the lines between fantasy and reality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Xena: Warrior Princess took the world by storm, at one time the  most popular show in the world. Xena served as a huge inspiration, left a lasting impact, and had a whole generation of Xabrielle shippers taking to the internet. We look into the history and legacy of this groundbreaking character.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a recent game night in part inspired by our episode on women and tabletop gaming, Anney and Samantha review the games Wingspan and Dutch Blitz.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While friendships can be beautiful and powerful, unhealthy friendships can be draining and detrimental. In this classic episode, Anney and Samantha discuss toxic friendships, abusive friendships, friendship fades and when and how to end a friendship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yves joins us to breakdown the historical publishing first of Drusilla Dunjee Houston, and a beef that it caused at the time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes you hear from someone you haven't heard from in several years, and you have to wonder - how did they find you? Samantha opens up about a recent experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2002 film My Big Fat Greek Wedding was a huge hit, and examined themes of gender roles, family, love and of course weddings. We take a look back on the film's impact and the messages that many of us can connect to.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pakistani activist, journalist, documentarian and filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy has made documentaries that have changed policies around gender rights, earned numerous accolades, and is now set to direct a new Star Wars movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've been on social media recently, you've probably heard of the hugely popular Stanley cup. We break down what's going on, and how some calculated marketing targeting women is a part of it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What actually is self-care, why has it been gendered and why does it matter? Anney and Samantha dig into the ins and outs of self-care and the danger of gendering it in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that 2023 is over, we reflect on some of our favorites episodes and moments, and look towards want we want for the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming back to a small town as a feminist can make waves, good and bad. We share some recent experiences.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women's magazines have a long legacy of influence that exists to this day. We flip through the past of some of how some of the most impactful examples came to be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look back on some of the amazing feminist accomplishments of 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new year comes with resolutions, reflection, and sometimes sadness. We look into how the commercialization of the new year isn't always the greatest for women, and the science and reasons why you might be feeling down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Historically, women have been banned from most of the wine-making process, but it's a much different story today. In this classic episode, Cristen and Caroline detail how and why women not only are the primary wine consumers but also are becoming viticulture's most celebrated taste-makers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The average-sized woman in America is between a size 14-16. But we hardly ever see that in our media or clothing choices. Anney and Samantha dig into why, and discuss the new 'normal' in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we enter the new year, Samantha and Anney discuss the difficulties around ethical gift-giving.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney and Samantha talk about impossible goals, chasing perfection, fear of failure and self-sabotage in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nia DaCosta is a record-breaking filmmaker. We highlight her story and accomplishments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even though perimenopause impacts so many people (and the economy), it has largely been ignored. We dig into the what, why, and the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY presents a playlist of our mini-series about religious trauma, women and marginalized folks.In the ninth and final episode, we discuss religion and trans people, and the harm caused by Christian Nationalism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY presents a playlist of our mini-series about religious trauma, women and marginalized folks.Conversion therapy has a long, disturbing history, and it has not gone away. In the eighth episode, we dig into the intersection of religion and the queer community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY presents a playlist of our mini-series about religious trauma, women and marginalized folks.There is a long and complex history around queer people and Western Christianity. In the seventh episode, we trace that history, and talk about how it's being weaponized in our current political environment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did Martha Stewart get her start? How did she lose -- and recover -- her reputation and wealth? Is Martha Stewart good for women? Tune in for the answers to these questions and more in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tilda and Madison finally have an intense conversation about the past and the future while taking shelter from the cold.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a new year comes resolutions, but when you're comparing yourself to who you used to be when you were younger, this isn't necessarily helpful. We talk about new traditions and learning to accept change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY presents a playlist of our mini-series about religious trauma, women and marginalized folks.How does Western Christianity impact views on divorce, especially for women? We dig into some numbers, theories and examples in the sixth episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second part of our breakdown of the Evil Queen Regina Mills from the show Once Upon A Time, we sift through what makes her 'evil', her redemption, and why people love her.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bidding farewell to 2023, Anney and Samantha recall some highlights, from writing and recording a book with an amazing team, finding our voice, and the magic of the the people behind SMNTY, both co-workers and listeners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY presents a playlist of our mini-series about religious trauma, women and marginalized folks.In the fifth episode, we delve into how harmful religious ideas play into marriage and family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY presents a playlist of our mini-series about religious trauma, women and marginalized folks.In the fourth episode, we discuss sexual abuse and religion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vampires, romance and murder, oh my! In this classic episode, Anney and Samantha compare their choices and experiences playing the choose-your-own-adventure game, Wayhaven.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the year comes to an end, Bridget Todd shares things in tech we need to leave behind, and what we need to take with us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha recounts a recent holiday gathering, the anxiety it inspired and what TikTok might have to do with it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY presents a playlist of our mini-series about religious trauma, women and marginalized folks.In the third episode, we focus on the damages of purity culture, especially in the context of rape culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a SMNTY swap! In a special two part episode, Samantha takes over Fictional Women Around the World to shine a light on Regina Mills, AKA The Evil Queen, from the show Once Upon A Time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More and more people are learning about mental health - and maybe self-diagnosing - on TikTok. We dig into the good and the bad of that.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY presents a playlist of our mini-series about religious trauma, women and marginalized folks.In the second episode, we discuss religious trauma syndrome and the pain of walking away from religion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY presents a playlist of our mini-series about religious trauma, women and marginalized folks. In the first episode, we delve into the history, numbers and some personal experiences in the world of Western Christianity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney and Samantha dive into the feminism of two holiday classics: Batman Returns and Iron Man 3 (with bonus discussion on Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse) in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ho Ho Ho! For a special treat, Lauren Vogelbaum swings in to talk about her holiday classic Die Hard. We have a blast unpacking themes of women in the workplace, male friendships and an array of accents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Star Wars Special strikes back, in the form of a documentary. In this self-indulgent happy hour, Anney dishes on some of her recent Star Wars experiences.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back, choosing our adventure in The Wayhaven Chronicles 2 and 3! We compare notes of our choices, attempt to make sense of our very differing stories, talk love triangles, friendships, mothers, and of course, vampires.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we highlight the work of Madonna Thunder Hawk and WARN (Women of All Red Nations).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Several months ago, a discussion around sexism in the realm of table top gaming garnered a lot of attention. We go over what happened, the ramifications and how things have changed since then (or not).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gather around the Friendsgiving table with SMNTY in this classic episode to learn more about the history of this holiday, where it comes from, why it's popular and what it has to do with women and marginalized folks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two of this look back at Frozen, we dive into the themes and the legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We cheers to non-alcoholic drinks while sipping on Spiritless cocktails.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ten years ago, the movie Frozen completely upended the Disney movie formula and caused and avalanche of conversation. In part one of our look at the impact Frozen, we set the scene for how this movie got made and how it compares to the fairy tale. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're talking about the inspiring and lasting career of Eun Jung Lee Ok, or EJ OK, a Korean basketball phenom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Time once again to open our virtual mail bag and read some messages, covering topics from childless by choice, pet ownership, media and character suggestions, and women of urban legends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to the holidays, women often shoulder a bulk of the responsibility for making them magical, whether it's meal-planning, meal-cooking, gift-buying, gift-wrapping, gift-shipping, decorating, cookie-baking, card-writing, phone-calling, peace-keeping, are you stressed yet?? We unwrap holiday emotional labor in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are back with our ongoing fiction series with the second part of the Terminus trilogy! After the climactic finale of part one, part two finds our protagonists in a cold, dark forest evading enemies and pondering the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney and Samantha chat about their holidays, and the stress of decorating. Anney shares a harrowing tale of Christmas tree transport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many of you may have noticed an influx of ads on TikTok. Bridget Todd joins us to breakdown why that is, why it feels different than other platforms and why it matters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're talking about feminist political activist and engineer Amira Osman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friendships between women are science approved. We talk about the benefits of these friendships, and how they can help during stressful times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of On Theme, Katie and Yves talk about how Art inspires. But what happens when the lives we see on the screen leave us feeling disappointed with our own lives? In this episode, Katie and Yves talk with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford of Therapy for Black Girls about what to do when our expectations don’t match our reality. Follow Dr. Joy on social media @hellodrjoy Buy Dr. Joy's book "Sisterhood Heals"   Follow On Theme on Instagram @onthemeshow Email On Theme at hello@ontheme.showSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's the sociocultural deal with men and cars? Cristen and Caroline take a drive through the gendered history of car advertising, early electric cars for women and why guys are still behind the wheel more often in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four families come together for the holidays and drama ensues in the 2000s Thanksgiving movie What's Cooking?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With everything going on the world, we reflect on our state of minds and the state of the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yves is back to share the story of Dr. Susan Smith McKinney Steward, the first Black American woman to earn a medical doctorate in New York state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Competent, capable skeptic Elisa Masa found herself at the center of a supernatural drama in the animated series Gargoyles, and left a lasting legacy along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In response to a recent listener mail, Anney talks about her history and relationship with driving.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us in this classic episode as we discuss the Star Wars holiday Life Day, the women behind it, and the absolute experience it is to watch the Star Wars Holiday Special. Also, Bea Arthur is a treasure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Activist, author and podcaster Raquel Willis returns to SMNTY after accomplishing so much to talk about her book The Risk it Takes to Bloom and her new podcast Afterlives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life Day, the Star Wars holiday at the center of the infamously bad Star Wars Holiday Special, has gone mainstream, though it is still pretty niche. This Life Day, Anney pontificates about the state of Star Wars canon, the holiday special, and being a gigantic, galactic nerd who just wants to celebrate Life Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 For this month's pick, we dig into Nayrouz Qarmout's The Sea Cloak, a collection of powerful fictional short stories about growing up in Gaza.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we spotlight  journalist, broadcaster and activist out of the Democratic Republic of the Congo Julienne Lusenge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an update roundup on our gaming, we take a look at the players, industry and communities behind mobile games. Samantha issues a warning to an nemesis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's your favorite scary movie? It's a question that has been haunting the characters of Scream since the beginning. We go over the plot, the themes, and the absence of Sidney Prescott.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Self-disclosure can be really empowering, but it can also be re-traumatizing. We go over some basics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We love youuuuu! Samantha talks about embracing being a dog mom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cyberstalking is a frightening (and often misunderstood and dismissed) experience. Anney and Samantha dig into the facts and numbers around cyberstalking and sextortion, and discuss some ways we can we protect ourselves online in this classic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're talking about activist and filmmaker Farah Nabulsi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since the beginning, Falling back and Springing Forward have drawn ire, discussion and research, but Daylight Saving Time has a specific impact on women. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all scream for Scream - the original and the 2022 requel. Anney and Samantha lay down the rules and talk feminism, final girls, the horror movie-metaverse, mothers, and toxic fandom in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author, podcaster and friend of the show Jo Piazza offers a future cheese plate while discussing her upcoming book The Sicilian Inheritance and her podcast Under the Influence. We chat about family history, murder, motherhood, and the influence of the internet, good and bad.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Anney and Samantha's catastrophic anxiety corner, the Halloween equivalent of a pumpkin puking its innards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

V. Castro's 2021 coming of age novel Goddess of Filth explored ancient goddesses, friendships, sexuality, faith and identity. We dig into the story and the themes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're talking about the inspiring works of Indigenous climate activist Yurshell Rodriguez Hooker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney and Samantha are baaacckkk! With a follow up on their trip to LA and their whirlwind tour of haunted houses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For centuries, girls and women have used food on Halloween to divine any clues about the identity of their future spouse. Anney and Samantha bite into past Halloween soothsaying traditions like snap-apple and nut-crack night. We also take a quick look at gender differences in costuming and why they matter in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it came out in 1996, the horror movie Scream touched on a real anxiety around violence in media. Bridget Todd lays out the commentary this film had on media and tech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friend of the show Joey stops by for a very special happy hour about Comic Con and cosplay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the finale of Part 1 of Terminus, Tilda and Madison get some answers, confront their past, and a monumental decision is made.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sally, the Ragdoll from 1993's The Nightmare Before Christmas, resonated with a lot of people. We piece together her history, and talk about the good and the bad of this character.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Samantha prepares for SMNTY's upcoming trip to some haunted houses, we unearth some data around people love and hate them, and if there is a gender divide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get your Swoodies and religious trauma here! In this special classic Book Club episode, we discuss two short stories: Lose Now, Pay Later, and The Problem of Susan, while digging into issues around weight, fad diets, and women and religion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For our Halloween Edition of FMF, we discuss the recent horror movie Sissy, and discuss toxic friendships, the dark side of wellness and the cultivated lies often present on social media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney recaps her recent trip to the Last of Us Haunted House, and teases a trip she is taking with Samantha to the West Coast version.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts of the new podcast On Theme Yves and Katie join us to talk about the show and why Black storytelling is so important.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warsan Shire is an accomplished advocate and poet that has published works and worked with Beyoncé.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every now and then, a post goes viral hating on childless women at theme parks. We break down a recent, famous example, and chat about what is going on here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this classic episode, SMNTY kicks off a new fiction segment with the twisted tale of nostalgia, conspiracy, grief, and most importantly, candy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yves is back to talk to us about Susie King Taylor, the first Black American army nurse and the first Black American woman to publish a memoir about her experiences during the Civil War, among other things.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With birthdays come reflection. We share some of our own thoughts on getting older.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the long awaited finale of our miniseries on religion, we discuss religion and trans people, and the harm caused by Christian Nationalism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we are celebrating the works of Colombian ecologist Angela Maldonado.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We open up our virtual mail box and talk about fandom, identity, names, and a bunch of random other things with messages from our listeners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dim your lights, pump up the volume and gather round for part two of our look into the women of urban legends in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After somewhat of a second public coming out, Anney offers some basics about asexuality, and discusses some of the biggest misconceptions around it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney and Samantha recap their recent trips, and the members of the SMNTY team they got to hang with along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The high profile divorce of celebrities Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas has put a spotlight on the misogynistic treatment of women and mothers, but also showcased how we aren't necessarily falling for it anymore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're talking about all the work Lilián Abracinskas for reproductive rights and feminism in Uruguay, and around the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Internet is rife with ways to stalk people. One that many don't realize is called Spotify Stalking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don't say her name five times while looking in a mirror. Beware of the clicking of a high heel approaching. Anney and Samantha unearth some terrifying women of urban legends and discuss why these stories are so powerful in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once in a blue moon, we do a combination book and movie episode. This is one of those times. Come along with us as we break down vampires, werewolves, love, baseball and camp with pop culture phenomenon Twilight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha is back from having Covid! She talks about her experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a very special episode, guest host Lauren joins Anney in Vegas to discuss the impact of the X-Files from shipping, fandom, pantsuits and women in STEM on the 30th anniversary of the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've got cows! We're back with a more disaster movie heroines, this time Twister's Dr. Jo Harding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haunted houses are a big business and it has historically been dominated by men who often cast women in the roles of the victims (or the sexy monster).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A creepy mansion, shifty family, burgeoning romance and a determined heroine. Come join us as we get to the roots of Silvia Moreno-Garcia's 2020 horror novel Mexican Gothic in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things come to a head when violence breaks out as the Resistance tries to obtain the vaccine, and Tilda learns more hard truths, and makes even harder choices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the wake of the strikes and missing Samantha, Anney contemplates when by helping, you might actually be hurting, and this idea 'you should be so lucky' to have your job.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the wake of Trump's loss in the 2020 election, he and his cronies attacked two Black women poll workers, Ruby Freeman and Shay Moss, baselessly claiming they had tampered with votes. Bridget Todd breaks down why this was so effective, the online eco-system that amplified it, and the ramifications.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jurassic Park's Dr. Ellie Sattler will dig through dino droppings and inherit the Earth. We talk about her legacy and why she was important. And Anney provides an update on her very important Jurassic Park cards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A lot of movies about possession have been in the news lately, from The Exorcist to Talk To Me. But who gets possessed and why? Are these movies inherently conservative? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the 1999 action-adventure classic The Mummy might not top a lot of feminist movie lists, that didn't stop us from finding some feminist elements in it (and due to Samantha's insistence, The Mummy Returns) to talk about. Come along on this sometimes terribly CGI-ed adventure as we discuss the feminism of these movies and the iconic heroine Evie in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.