Podcasts about stuff mom never told you

Today we spotlight the work of Nepali agitator, activist, writer and filmmaker Nirvana Bhandary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the 2025 US Presidential election, the number of people trying to leave the US has increased. Anney and Samantha go over some of the reasons why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is a midlife crisis? Do they impact women differently? We investigate in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yves schools us on the history of Mary S. Peake, a trailblazing Black American teacher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha is embarking on a birthday journey to New York, and has sent up the SMNTY signal for recommendations!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Based on the classic board game, the 1985 film went on to become a classic in its own right, along with some iconic performances. We decipher some tropes and dig into the enduring popularity of the whodunit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caitlin Blunnie, AKA Liberal Jane, uses art to advocate for all kinds of rights, including reproductive rights and queer rights, amongst so many other things.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Multiple studies show that women report feeling more guilt than men across the board. We discuss some specific examples.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In light of the ending of the reboot of Sex and the City, Anney and Samantha look into the feminism of the show, the characters, and its legacy in this classic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is self-soothing and what does it have to do with women and stress? Anney and Samantha chat about the science behind comfort habits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney is back from DragonCon, and talks about the things and cosplays that stood out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friend of the show Joey Patt discusses their experience at Flame Con, a convention focused on the queer community. We talk about cosplay, drag, art, and camaraderie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do we protest safely today? We talk about some recent protests, and some tips for safe protesting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is self-silencing, and how does it impact women, and their health, specifically?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the continuing story of SMNTY watching Anne of Green Gables, we discuss the themes of the second in the CBC series, including home, change, love and kindred spirits in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The movie K-Pop Demon Hunter has taken the world by storm, as has the music. Anney and Samantha talk about why, and why it matters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making new friends, and maintaining existing friendships, these days is tricky. We chat about some of the reasons why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In multiple recent instances, trans people have baselessly been blamed for instances of violence or devastation they had nothing to do with. Bridget Todd joins us to discuss how this plays out, why it's harmful, and some ways to combat it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're highlighting the work of Catalina Velasquez, a trans and immigration activist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There a lot of reasons toxic fandom needs to go, many we've already talked about. One we haven't? The ability to complain when we don't like something.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this classic episode, SMNTY searches for bosom buddies and kindred spirits with the beloved 1985 series Anne of Green Gables.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yves joins us to dish on the trailblazing accomplishments of Black cook Lena Richard. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's that time of year again: Anney is off to Dragon Con. We chat about some anxieties, some hopes, and cosplay predictions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The fabulous author and journalist E. Jean Carroll joins us to talk about her lawsuits against Donald Trump, her book 'Not my Type: One Woman vs. a President' and the power of laughter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the universe of How to Train Your Dragon, Astrid Hofferson is strong, competitive, brave and capable of growth. We saddle up and dig into her character.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While fandom can provide community and so much more, it can also lead to unhealthy parasocial relationships. And even when healthy, girls are often demonized for it. We dig into some recent events and research. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether it's pioneering vaccines or new technologies, women have made a significant impact in the medical field and our lives at large. In this classic episode, we highlight some women doing amazing work in the modern medicine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the penultimate chapter, Tilda confronts the people who took her son and tries to get him back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When is too late to start enjoying 'childish' things, especially if you didn't get to enjoy them in your childhood? Samantha and Anney chat about some recent experiences.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This 1982 animated film - and a fave of Anney's as a kid - was often labeled an 'Anti-Disney' cartoon, and rightly so. The plot follows a unicorn searching for answers, a bumbling magician, and a woman struggling with her age. We delve into themes of love, regret and loneliness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we highlight some of the many works and activism of Veronica Gago, how intersectionality plays into it all, and what we can learn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tea Dating Advice App is an app aimed only towards women that has caused a lot of legal conversations and anger amongst men. We talk the legalities, the recent data breaches and women's safety.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women-run communes hold a certain appeal for a lot of us for many reasons. We uncover the history of women led and women-only communities, and pontificate about what our own ideal community would look like in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Several recent headlines have reported that Gen Z is having less sex than previous generations. The reasons are complicated and numerous. We untangle some of them, and discuss the return of the ideas of virginity and purity culture in some online spaces.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As federal funding for public media is stripped away, Anney and Samantha share fond memories of watching and listening to public stations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This 1987 Judy Blume classic captures the changing times of girlhood, adolescence and friends. Anney and Samantha swap memories of friendship and growing up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recently, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists rejected federal funding in response to the current US administration's polices. We talk about what this means.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The brand Subaru has a well-known reputation as being for Lesbians. This was part of a purposeful marketing decision, backed with actual support. We go off-road to learn more.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. In this classic, we go over what happened, the ramifications and how things have changed since then (or not).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As AI tech continues to evolve, so does its uses and impacts on our lives. Bridget Todd joins us to delve into the reasons women are turning to AI when it comes to pregnancy, along with some pros and cons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha gives us another update on her garden's progress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friend of the show Yves Jeffcoat stops by to shine a light on the story of Sylvia Rideoutt Bishop, America's first Black woman horse trainer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Disability Pride month wraps up, we highlight some disability rights organizations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we close out Disability Pride 2025, we summarize some of the things we need to keep an eye on here in the US.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? In this classic, we look into two examples - Jurassic World and Deep Blue Sea.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2024 documentary rom-com Patrice: The Movie showcased beautiful relationships and the ways systems get in the way of them when it comes to people with disability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With an upcoming public speaking event, Anney and Samantha discuss gender differences in public speaking and theories behind why they exist.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 in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney and Samantha sing the praises of Ava Xiao-Lin Rigelhaupt, who has done groundbreaking work in the theater world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent research suggests that pets ownership provide many benefits, including some that may be specific to women. We dig into it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.