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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Another year, another Life Day. Anney recounts building Star Wars worlds with imagination and a best friend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we're highlighting a handful of feminist Indigenous organizations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
Today we're highlighting the important work of Sudanese activist Fahima Hashim.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.
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.
A woman searches for a new home. She finds one, but not the one she expected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just in time for Halloween, Anney and Samantha discuss some lesser discussed horror movie recommendations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Samantha ponders stepping into a teacher role in one of her hobbies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lately, social media has been awash in misinformation around birth control. Bridget Todd joins us to delve into what is going on, why its working and how its harmful.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As we mark Atlanta Pride and Coming Out Day, SMNTY digs into some history, impact, and why it matters more than ever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From pumpkin carving, costuming, and horror movies, Anney and Samantha discuss Halloween memories and traditions while sipping on some seasonal drinks in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yves shares a snapshot of the life and works of Homai Vyarawalla, India's first woman photojournalist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SMNTY returns to Silent Hill to unlock even more secrets and themes around marriage, independence and choice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When a group of friends trek to a historic haunted house for a wedding, what could go wrong? The answer is explored in Cassandra Khaw's work Nothing But Blackened Teeth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we celebrate the works of Indigenous activist and multi-talented creator and athlete Brittany Woods Orrison.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Recent proposed legislation in South Carolina would introduce the strictest abortion laws in the country if passed, and open door for other states to do the same. We go over the basics of what this law entails.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 in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Author, podcaster and advocate Dr. Sharon Malone chats with us about what she's learned from her decades of experience in the medical field when it comes to women's health, her new podcast The Second Opinion, and disparities and accessibility in healthcare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anney and Samantha dig into the history and present of the Asian community in the United States.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Samantha recaps her recent trip to New York.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we're shining a light on the works of social anthropologist Amaranta Gomez Regalado.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yes. Yes they do. It turns out there are a lot of reasons why.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 in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Since our previous episode on crisis pregnancy centers, or CPCs, their numbers in the US have only grown as the number of abortion clinics declines. We go over how these unregulated fake clinics collect data, get funding and prey on the marginalized.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In part two of our deep dive into friendship, Anney and Samantha dig into more questions around adult friendships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we shine a light on the works and advocacy of Sara Mora, an immigration rights activist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Another date, another prediction of rapture. Anney and Samantha brush up on some current events, history and opinions.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? Learn more in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What does friendship look like for adults these days? How do adults make (and keep) close relationships, and why do people drift apart? Anney and Samantha chat about research and personal experiences.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
While Meta openly claims that they are supportive of 'free expression' around accurate health information, in practice they regularly take down accurate reproductive rights content without transparency. Bridget Todd joins us to sift through Meta's proclaimed standards versus the reality, and why it's such a problem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A recent experiment in easing anxiety and preventing doom scrolling backfired when the knowledge of knitters was dismissed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The matriarch of the Addams family, Morticia Addams, contains (often dangerous) multitudes. We brush off her legacy when it comes to sexuality and mother-daughter relationships. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
More women are gambling. Why, and what does it mean?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.