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Join hosts Anney and Samantha to listen to Stuff Mom Never Told You, continuing the conversation of what it is to identify as female through research-based discussion around feminism and how it impacts everyday life. New episodes come out Wednesday and Friday.

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    The Stuff Mom Never Told You podcast is a fantastic and insightful show that delves into the gender dynamics of various topics with a feminist perspective. The hosts, Anney and Samantha, are open, thoughtful, and articulate, providing well-researched discussions that educate listeners in a respectful yet insightful manner. What sets this podcast apart is its conversational tone, making it feel like a dialogue rather than a lecture.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the variety of topics covered. From technology to social situations to media, Anney and Samantha explore in-depth subjects and offer deep dives into the gender dynamics at play. Their book club discussions are particularly enjoyable, as they provide meaningful analysis and perspectives on literature. Additionally, the hosts bring their own unique viewpoints to the table – Anney as a fellow nerd and Samantha as a former social worker – which adds depth and insight to their discussions.

    Another great aspect of the show is the chemistry between Anney and Samantha. They truly seem like best friends, creating an inviting and comfortable atmosphere for listeners. Their friendship shines through in episodes like happy hour or ones where they watch shows and movies together. The feminist perspective they bring to these conversations is cathartic to hear, providing a refreshing take on popular media.

    However, there are some minor drawbacks to consider. Some may find certain episodes to be more fluff than substance, but this conversational approach helps keep the podcast accessible to all listeners. Additionally, not all episodes may cater to everyone's interests – while some may enjoy the happy hours or Sex and the City recaps, others may prefer more in-depth discussions on specific topics.

    In conclusion, The Stuff Mom Never Told You podcast offers valuable insights into gender dynamics through well-researched discussions that are both educational and entertaining. Anney and Samantha's chemistry as hosts creates an engaging atmosphere for listeners, allowing them to feel like part of the conversation. With its variety of topics and diverse perspectives, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in feminism, sociology, and human rights activism.



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    SMNTY Classics: Hariette Shelton Dover

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 36:33 Transcription Available


    Hariette Shelton Dover had the foresight and dedication to preserving the language and traditions of her people. Yves stops by to share her story in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Female Firsts: Elizabeth Catlett

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 43:19 Transcription Available


    Yves shares the incredible story of artist, sculptor and activist Elizabeth Catlett.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Happy Hour #199: New Routines

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 16:08 Transcription Available


    Samantha is undertaking a new endeavor. We talk about the hopes and the worries of taking on a new mantle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SMNTY Classics: A Meditation with Yves Jeffcoat

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 12:06 Transcription Available


    With so many of us dealing with a lot of stress, Yves guides us through in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Feminists Around the World: Ingrid Silva

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 12:11 Transcription Available


    Today we're spotlighting the work of ballet dancer and activist Ingrid Silva.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Monday Mini: Compulsory Heterosexuality

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 10:55 Transcription Available


    What is compulsory heterosexuality, and why is it so insidious?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SMNTY Classics: How We Beat Polio But Not the Mythmaking Around Jonas Salk (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 59:58 Transcription Available


    In part two of the Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff episode Anney guested on with Margaret Killjoy, they continue to delve into vaccines and the legacy of Jonas Salk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Feminist Movie Friday: The Mummy - Tomb of the Dragon Emperor

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 45:56 Transcription Available


    The third film in The Mummy takes the franchise to China. We discuss the highs, lows and possibilities of the 2008 film. Let Samantha have this!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Happy Hour #198: Speak Fanilect to Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 17:09 Transcription Available


    What is fanilect? The often funny shared language between fans is being studied by linguists.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SMNTY Classics: How We Beat Polio But Not the Mythmaking Around Jonas Salk (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 59:10 Transcription Available


    In this episode of Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff, Margaret Killjoy and Anney talk about vaccines and complicated historical characters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Feminists Around the World: Zanele Muholi

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 9:49 Transcription Available


    Today we're focusing on Zanele Muholi, visual activist and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Monday Mini: The Convo About No Contact

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 26:43 Transcription Available


    Recently, there has been a lot of back and forth about going no contact in typically family relationships. Anney and Samantha break down what's going on, some generational divides and some possible driving factors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Spoiled Saturdays: Slash/Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 41:52 Transcription Available


    Nyla Innuksuk's 2022 film Slash/Back follows a group of Indigenous girls figuring out friendships, family and...how to fend off an alien invasion. Anney and Samantha delve into themes of culture, colonization, friendship and family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SMNTY Classics: An Interview with Jo Piazza

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 62:24 Transcription Available


    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 in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Happy Hour #197: Gender Affirming Events

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 13:36 Transcription Available


    As we approach the end of a rough 2025, we spotlight some good news with gender affirming events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Book Club: Finding My Dance

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 26:34 Transcription Available


    Ria Thundercloud's 2022 children's book Finding My Dance follows her journey in dance, from Indigenous to classical, and motherhood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Feminists Around the World: Siku Allooloo

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 11:54 Transcription Available


    Today we're talking about Indigenous activist and artist Siku Allooloo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Monday Mini: The Moms Are Not Alright

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 29:12 Transcription Available


    A lot of recent popular media really highlights that moms are struggling. What's going on here?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SMNTY Classics: Native Indigenous Women's Fight to Save Their Languages

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2025 38:55 Transcription Available


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

    Female Firsts: Dr. Margaret S. Collins

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 44:50 Transcription Available


    Yves breaks down the history of Dr. Margaret S. Collins, the first professionally trained Black woman entomologist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Happy Hour #196: Single Lady Problems

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 27:15 Transcription Available


    Being single comes with a lot of perks, but also some specific problems that remind us all its good to have friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Larry Summers and the Epstein Emails

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 57:30 Transcription Available


    The release of the Epstein emails made clear that people of all types were involved, including Larry Summers, who has connections to Harvard and OpenAI. Bridget Todd breaks down why this matters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Feminists Around the World: More Women Led Indigenous Organizations

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 13:35 Transcription Available


    In this episode, we highlight more organizations doing great work led by Indigenous women.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Monday Mini: Are Boyfriends Embarrassing? (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 32:46 Transcription Available


    In the second part of our conversation about the response to Chanté Joseph's Vogue article "Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing now?", we delve even deeper to some of reasons why it resonated with so many.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SMNTY Classics: Feminist Movie Friday - What's Cooking?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2025 38:52 Transcription Available


    In this classic, 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.

    A Feminist Look at the NYC Mayoral Election: Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 44:19 Transcription Available


    In part two of our analysis of the New York City mayoral results, friend of the show Joey digs into what the results might mean and the legacy of #MeToo. Links: Who Are the Women in Zohran Mamdani’s Transition Team?: https://www.vogue.com/article/who-are-the-women-in-zohran-mamdanis-transition-team See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Happy Hour #195: Adulting in Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 34:30 Transcription Available


    Adulting these days looks different, and can feel like a lot. As the holidays approach, we chat about the impact our politics are having on adulting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    A Feminist Look at the NYC Mayoral Election: Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 47:35 Transcription Available


    Friend of the show and New York City correspondent Joey breaks down Zohran Mamdani's win and what it means. Links: The Liberal Wine Moms are Radicalizing: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5amW4VwP3rGc8DyZCSrewM?si=63tRf_HaS82VWuRP0V38vASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Fictional Women Around the World: Naru

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 19:56 Transcription Available


    When the character Naru debuted in the 2022 film Prey, she was historic in a lot of ways. Clever, strong and smart, she (and her dog) had what it took to face down a Predator when no one else did.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Monday Mini: Are Boyfriends Embarrassing? (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 23:53 Transcription Available


    Chanté Joseph's recent Vogue article "Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing Now?" hit a nerve and started a lot of conversation. We chat about some of the reasons why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SMNTY Classics: Dr. Ellie Sattler

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 20:48 Transcription Available


    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 in this classic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SMNTY Interviews: Caitlin Blunnie

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 64:00 Transcription Available


    Caitlin Blunnie, AKA Liberal Jane, joins us for a conversation about art, activism, reproductive rights and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Happy Hour #194: Breathing Life into Life Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 23:02 Transcription Available


    Another year, another Life Day. Anney recounts building Star Wars worlds with imagination and a best friend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Religious Horror: Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 78:23 Transcription Available


    The (religious) horror. In part two of our discussion on women and religious horror, we talk about possession, religious superheroes, and religious haunted houses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Feminists Around the World: Indigenous Organizations to Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 9:59 Transcription Available


    Today we're highlighting a handful of feminist Indigenous organizations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Monday Mini: Why Are Men Lying About Politics on Dating Apps?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 33:20 Transcription Available


    With the rise of Trumpism, more and more conservative men are lying about their politics on dating apps. We swipe through some numbers and explanations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SMNTY Classics: Sister Act

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2025 39:22 Transcription Available


    SMNTY gets our act together with the 90s films Sister Act and Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit in this classic episode. We talk about sisterhood, believing in each other and the power of song.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Religious Horror: Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 48:54 Transcription Available


    The power of SMNTY compels you! The genre of religious horror has had a huge impact on not only film, but beliefs, especially around women. We shine a light on some of the big tropes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Happy Hour #193: Some Good News!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 26:50 Transcription Available


    After some elections in the US, Anney and Samantha chat about some wins and some things to look out for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Joey's New York Comic Con Round-Up: Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 32:05 Transcription Available


    Joey returns to wrap up our conversation on New York Comic Con and conventions, especially on progress and areas that need work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Feminists Around the World: Fahima Hashim

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 12:27 Transcription Available


    Today we're highlighting the important work of Sudanese activist Fahima Hashim.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Joey's New York Comic Con Round-Up: Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 40:58 Transcription Available


    Friend of the show Joey swings by to chat about the good and bad of this year's New York Comic Con, and conventions in general. Much nerdery ensues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SMNTY Classics: Do Layoffs Impact Women More?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2025 45:23 Transcription Available


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

    SMNTY Fiction: Gone to Rot

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 18:01 Transcription Available


    A woman searches for a new home. She finds one, but not the one she expected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Happy Hour #192: Of the Beaten Path Horror Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 17:09 Transcription Available


    Just in time for Halloween, Anney and Samantha discuss some lesser discussed horror movie recommendations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Introducing: Health Stuff

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 2:21 Transcription Available


    Hi, Stuff Mom Never Told You listeners! We're excited to share with you a sneak peek at iHeartPodcasts' latest release, Health Stuff! Health Stuff: On Health Stuff, hosts Dr. Priyanka Wali and comedian Hari Kondabolu tackle all the health questions that keep you up at night with hilarity and humanity. Together, they demystify the flashy trends, and keep you informed on the latest research. You can rely on Health Stuff to bring you real, uninhibited, and thoughtful health talk of the highest caliber, and a healthy dose of humor. Listen to Health Stuff on the iHeartRadio App or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SMNTY Classics: Fear Street

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 48:11 Transcription Available


    There is nothing to fear but Fear Street itself. In this killer classic episode, SMNTY slashes through the Fear Street trilogy to talk about witches, love and friendship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SMNTY Classics: Fictional Women Around the World - Sally

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 16:49 Transcription Available


    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 in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Monday Mini: Sexual Assault and Rape Culture Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 24:13 Transcription Available


    Recent conversations online have only highlighted that, with the help of the current US administration, victim-blaming and dismissal of women is alive and well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Spoiled Saturday: Dangerous Animals

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 50:49 Transcription Available


    Would you rather face a shark or a serial killer? The 2025 film Dangerous Animals asks that question and the heroine has a decisive answer. Anney and Samantha dive into the plot, themes, and women in shark movies in general.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SMNTY Classics: Heather Mason

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 19:59 Transcription Available


    A teen walks into a mall in Silent Hill and learns she is the literal stuff of nightmares summoned by a cult. Silent Hill 3's Heather Mason handles hell with poise and style in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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